Autism therapists in Kernersville, North Carolina NC
Find experienced Autism therapists in Kernersville 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
Jonathan Schmalz
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P
Many autistic adults struggle to have connections with others in ways they would like. Moreover, social situations may feel downright confusing and anxiety-provoking and intimate relationships may seem impossible. In the professional sphere, you may struggle to keep steady employment, often finding that your ways of communicating with co-workers and bosses make it hard to feel you belong or that your talents are appreciated. I take an affirming, autism-informed approach in helping autistic adults to better appreciate themselves and thrive in their relationships and life pursuits.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kernersville, NC
Online in Kernersville, NC North Carolina
Autism
Be BOLD Psychology and Consulting
Psychologist, Ph.D
We offer neurodivergent-affirming therapy and evaluations for Autistic adults and teens, with a focus on self-understanding, feeling safe unmasking, working through Autistic burnout, and better understanding your own sensory needs. Whether you’re exploring an Autism diagnosis for the first time or looking for a therapist to assist with the challenges of navigating a neurotypical world, we would be glad to support. We offer Autistic-affirming individual therapy, relationship therapy, group therapy, and evaluation services!
8 Years Experience
Online in Kernersville, NC North Carolina
Autism
Tal Brafford
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A
As a person with Autism, I understand the weight of masking and many common sensory and social challenges, while appreciating the nuances of Autism and the diversity with which it animates in each individual. I get so much joy out of helping people grow to accept themselves and live authentically. I do not have the credentials to diagnose Autism. My work is focused primarily on self-discovery, acceptance, and exploring practical support measures. Above all else, I don't want my neurodivergent clients to feel alone.
0 Years Experience
Online in Kernersville, NC North Carolina
Autism
David Houston Murphy
Psychologist, PhD, LP, PSYPACT
I have extensive experience working with clients who are autistic. I work with autistic clients through individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological evaluations. I help clients address adjusting to a neurodivergent diagnosis later in life, unmasking, as well as address autistic burnout, all from a neurodiversity-affirming lens. As an autistic psychologist, I can often share my own experiences and personally relate with my clients. With my PSYPACT license, I am able to provide online psychological evaluations for autism.
4 Years Experience
Online in Kernersville, NC North Carolina
Autism
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Autism is often misunderstood—especially in adults, and especially in people who have spent years adapting, masking, or being told they’re “too much” or “not enough” at the same time. Many of our clients come in feeling exhausted from trying to navigate social expectations, sensory overwhelm, communication differences, or environments that don’t take their needs into account. At Nour Counseling, we approach autism through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, recognizing that your brain is not the problem—the mismatch between you and your environment often is.
We offer comprehensive autism assessments that result in a detailed report with clear findings and individualized recommendations, including accommodations when appropriate. In therapy, we work with you to better understand your sensory profile, communication style, routines, and capacity—so you can build a life that actually supports you. This might include setting boundaries, reducing burnout, navigating relationships more authentically, or unlearning the pressure to constantly mask. We also name the cultural and systemic factors that shape how autism is perceived and supported, so you’re not left carrying that context alone. Our goal is to help you move through the world with more clarity, self-understanding, and permission to exist as you are.
9 Years Experience
Online in Kernersville, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Kernersville, North Carolina Statistics
Autism therapists in Kernersville, North Carolina average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (62%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%), and Behavioral Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 11% |
Non-Binary |
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| 9% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 62% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 28% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 48% | Senior |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Black / African American |