Autism therapists in Lufkin, Texas TX
Find experienced Autism therapists in Lufkin 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.
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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 Lufkin, TX Texas (Online Only)
Autism
Miles O’Brien
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A
I've supported a lot of people on the spectrum with emotional regulation, and learning what they want and how to get it. I'm amazed by their creativity and honesty. My goal is to support you get unstuck, get clarity when confused, and grounded when overwhelmed.
4 Years Experience
Online in Lufkin, TX Texas
Autism
Peter Gould
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Autism and Asperger's, I offer compassionate and effective treatment to clients aiming to improve their social connections and interpersonal skills. My approach focuses on helping individuals read social cues and navigate social interactions more effectively. Grounded in evidence-based therapies, my treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of each person.
22 Years Experience
Online in Lufkin, TX Texas (Online Only)
Autism
Catherine Bitney
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
I have a passion for helping neurodivergent folks, helping them unmask and manage their social world and relationships - so that they can live more fulfilling, authentic, and happy lives. Early research on autism did not account for neurodivergence in those assigned female at birth, as well as racial and ethnic minorities. Many of my clients went undiagnosed until adulthood and are finally starting to understand some of the upsetting social interactions they've experienced, the rejection from peers, and the consistent messaging from society that something is inherently wrong with them.
15 Years Experience
Online in Lufkin, TX Texas (Online Only)
Autism
Rabia Subhani
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have been in the field of autism since the mid-1990s, way before I had my own autistic son! Currently, I offer adult assessments with a special focus on women, gender diverse, and trans individuals.
17 Years Experience
Online in Lufkin, TX Texas (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Lufkin, Texas Statistics
Autism therapists in Lufkin, Texas average 15 years of experience and charge around $191 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$191
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 52% | Senior |
| 40% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Black / African American |