Autism therapists in North Augusta, South Carolina SC
Find experienced Autism therapists in North Augusta 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
Tricia Osterberger
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCAS
I work with folks who want to understand how neurodivergence impacts their experience of the world and the grief that may be associated. We look at what it means to try to navigate a world that wasn't built for you and how you may have been misdiagnosed in the past.
16 Years Experience
Online in North Augusta, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Autism
Dr. Char Houben
Psychologist, PhD, LP
As a Neurodivergent licensed psychologist, Dr. Houben provides timely, respectful, collaborative, and Neuro-affirming adult assessments where strengths are emphasized and passions and differences celebrated.
11 Years Experience
Online in North Augusta, SC South Carolina
Autism
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Autism: Navigating the Neuro-Affirming Path
For Individuals and Neuro-Distinct Couples
In a world designed for neurotypical sensory and social processing, living on the spectrum often feels like an endless exercise in translation. My practice provides a space where Autism is not viewed as a deficit to be cured, but a unique neuro-type to be understood and accommodated. Whether you are navigating your own late-diagnosed discovery or are part of a couple where one partner is neurodivergent, we work to build a life that honors your nervous system.
For the Individual: From Masking to Authenticity
Chronic "masking"—the effort to appear neurotypical—is one of the primary drivers of burnout. Together, we work to identify your unique sensory and cognitive profile so you can move from surviving to thriving.
Managing Overwhelm: We identify the specific environmental and social triggers that lead to sensory overwhelms before they escalate.
Melt Downs & Shut Downs: We develop compassionate strategies for the moments when the nervous system becomes overloaded. Whether it’s an externalized melt down or an internalized shut down, we focus on safety and recovery rather than shame.
Energy Accounting: Learning how to budget your "social and cognitive spoons" to prevent the deep exhaustion of autistic burnout.
For the Couple: Bridging the Neuro-Distinct Gap
When one partner is neurotypical and the other is autistic, the "relational system" can often fall into cycles of misunderstanding. I help couples move past the "double empathy problem" and build a shared language.
Decoding the Shut Down: Helping the neurotypical partner understand that a shut down is not a withdrawal of love, but a physiological need for regulation.
Communication Systems: Moving away from "hinting" and toward direct, explicit communication that reduces anxiety for both partners.
Shared Regulation: Creating a "sensory-safe" home environment where both partners' needs are respected without one person's comfort coming at the cost of the other's.
A Systems-Rooted Approach
Leveraging my background in Systems Theory and Attachment, I look at how the external world—workplaces, family expectations, and social constructs—impacts your neurodivergent experience. You aren't "broken"; you are a different kind of "wired," and you deserve a relationship and a life that reflects that.
21 Years Experience
Online in North Augusta, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
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 North Augusta, SC South Carolina
Autism
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
Autism and Aspergers can be treated by my Dicit hypnotherapy. Patients with this disorder are getting resilient in no time in my care. While autism cannot be "cured" or "treated" in the sense of making it go away, hypnotherapy is increasingly recognized as a valuable supplemental tool for managing specific symptoms and challenges associated with the condition.
10 Years Experience
Online in North Augusta, SC South Carolina
Autism therapists in North Augusta, South Carolina Statistics
Autism therapists in North Augusta, South Carolina average 15 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Family Systems Therapy (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
24%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 31% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 29% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 27% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 27% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 44% | Senior |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Christian |