Autism therapists in Saint Louis, MO
Find experienced Autism therapists in Saint Louis, Missouri who provide Autism testing, evaluations, and therapy. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare qualifications, specialties, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
Autism
Debra Zand
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I provide a neuro-affirming space for teens and adults to explore their identity, unpack the effects of masking, manage burnout, and develop sustainable routines. Whether you are seeking a late-in-life diagnosis, support for neuro-divergent relationships, or coping strategies for sensory overload, I am here to help you live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Louis, MO 63127
Online in Saint Louis, MO
Autism
Melanie Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LCMHC, Coach
I work with autistic adults, including those who were diagnosed later in life or who have come to recognize autistic traits in themselves without a formal diagnosis. Therapy can provide space to explore masking, relationships, sensory and emotional needs, identity, burnout, communication, and the experience of moving through a world often designed around neurotypical expectations. My approach is neurodiversity-affirming and focused on understanding how your brain works, identifying what genuinely supports you, and building a life that fits you rather than teaching you to appear more neurotypical.
10 Years Experience
Online in Saint Louis, MO (Online Only)
Autism
Brave Young Minds
Psychologist
Our psychologists can diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder through comprehensive neuropsychological and psychoeducational testing to make sure we are treating exactly the symptoms you're struggling with the most. If you already have a diagnosis you're confident in, we can support you, your child, or your teen through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and social skills training.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Louis, MO 63109
Online in Saint Louis, MO
Autism
Tracy Hadel
Counselor/Therapist, LSCSW
Understanding how the person with ASD interprets social information AND helping the ASD person understand how OTHERS interpret social information is part of the key to long term success.
36 Years Experience
Online in Saint Louis, MO (Online Only)
Autism
Growth and Change Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
All mental health problems are rooted in the break down in our relationships. The biggest struggle for people on the autistic spectrum is the struggle of relational intelligence, yearning to connect and yet lacking the ability or relational intelligence to know how to connect. We partner with parents and their children to strengthen the relational bounds and support the family in becoming the reference point for your children to grow socially and emotionally.
8 Years Experience
Online in Saint Louis, MO (Online Only)
St. Louis sits at a crossroads of the Midwest and the South, and its deeply segregated geography shapes a mental health landscape where therapists frequently address racial trauma, economic stress, and community-level grief rooted in the city's long history of systemic inequality. The 2014 Ferguson uprising brought national attention to St. Louis and left a lasting psychological mark on many residents, and therapists specializing in racial trauma, activism fatigue, and community healing remain in strong demand. Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital provide world-class institutional mental health resources, with a strong private practice community concentrated in Clayton, the Central West End, and South City. St. Louis's lower cost of living relative to coastal cities makes quality private therapy more financially accessible for many residents.
Autism therapists in Saint Louis, MO Statistics
Autism therapists in Saint Louis, MO average 15 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
29%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 27% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 40% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 38% | Christian |
| 35% | Persons with Disabilities |