Autism therapists in Oak Ridge, Tennessee TN
Find experienced Autism therapists in Oak Ridge 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 and Asperger's
Maryville Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC/MHSp
We offer counseling services to neurodivergent individuals, couples, and families. At this time, we are unable to provide assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Oak Ridge, TN
Online in Oak Ridge, TN Tennessee
Autism and Asperger's
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 Oak Ridge, TN Tennessee (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
NeuroSpark Health
Psychologist
NeuroSpark Health specializes in adult autism assessment and the nuanced presentations seen in women, AFAB, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities as well as those late-identified and self-diagnosed. Our assessments fully virtual and are designed to affirm, validate, and de-pathologize each individual's neurodivergent identity. In addition to assessment, NeuroSpark also offers therapy, coaching, accommodations consulting, and group support.
15 Years Experience
Online in Oak Ridge, TN Tennessee (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Glyndora Condon LPC of Heal and Hope Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters, Marriage and Family Therapy; Licensed Professional Counseling
Autism is more diagnosed today than a decade ago. Several factors may play into why a child has Autism/Aspergers. Several factors contribute. It is inherited often from a parent. A diet of gluten free and sugar free and increasing the social skills of these individuals is beneficial.
10 Years Experience
Online in Oak Ridge, TN Tennessee
Autism and Asperger's
Becky Short Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC/MHSP, NCC
As a certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialist (ASDCS), I work with individuals who have been diagnosed with, or suspect they may have, ASD. I am deeply committed to supporting clients with ASD in embracing their unique strengths and limitations within a compassionate and curious environment.
3 Years Experience
Online in Oak Ridge, TN Tennessee
Autism therapists in Oak Ridge, Tennessee Statistics
Autism therapists in Oak Ridge, Tennessee average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
28%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 89% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 48% | Senior |
| 43% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |