Autism therapists in Yarmouth, NS
Find experienced Autism therapists in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada 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
Maryam, Abro
Psychologist, Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
I work with individuals with Autism and Asperger's and use techniques from behavioural and evidenced based modalities.
4 Years Experience
Online in Yarmouth, NS
Autism
Vanessa Gear
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I provide affirming therapy for neurodivergent individuals, focusing on emotional understanding, self-acceptance, sensory awareness, and navigating relationships and daily stressors. My approach respects neurodiversity and prioritizes safety, clarity, and individualized support.
0 Years Experience
Online in Yarmouth, NS
Autism
Interactive Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, RPC
Autism specialty counselling celebrates the spectrum of neurodiversity, offering tailored support to individuals, families, and caregivers navigating sensory sensitivities, social dynamics, and daily transitions. Using compassionate, evidence-based methods like sensory integration, social skills training, and cognitive-behavioral adaptations, sessions build self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and meaningful connections. From children mastering school routines to adults thriving in relationships and careers, therapy honors unique strengths—empathy, pattern recognition, and innovative thinking—while addressing challenges with empathy. Foster acceptance, reduce isolation, and unlock potential in a judgment-free space. Discover joy in your autistic journey; specialized guidance transforms differences into superpowers. Begin today.
12 Years Experience
Online in Yarmouth, NS
Autism
Amelia Traer
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, PsiChi
Maybe you’ve spent years feeling like you’re too much, not enough, or somehow missing the rulebook everyone else seems to have. Amelia offers an affirming space for autistic adults to better understand themselves, navigate relationships, manage overwhelm and burnout, and move through life without constantly having to mask. As an autistic clinician herself, Amelia brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Whether you’re questioning if you’re autistic, newly diagnosed, or have known for years, you deserve support from someone who truly gets it.
7 Years Experience
Online in Yarmouth, NS (Online Only)
Autism
Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, Registered Psychotherapist
Individuals on the autism spectrum may experience challenges with communication, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, social interactions, and navigating daily life demands. Therapy provides a supportive and neurodiversity-affirming space to build self-understanding, strengthen coping skills, support emotional well-being, and foster meaningful connections. We recognize and respect the unique strengths and experiences of each individual.
26 Years Experience
Online in Yarmouth, NS
Autism therapists in Yarmouth, NS Statistics
Autism therapists in Yarmouth, NS average 11 years of experience and charge around $164 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (88%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (81%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (69%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$164
Accept insurance
88%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 75% |
In Person and Online |
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| 25% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 88% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 81% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 69% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 69% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 56% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 56% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 56% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 94% | Teen |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 44% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 56% | Men |
| 56% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 44% | Middle Eastern |