Autism therapists in Mercedes, Texas TX
Find experienced Autism therapists in Mercedes 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
Dawn Nelson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW-S, ACSW, SAP, CART
With a Specialization in Children and Families, I offer assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of Autism. With an awareness of the unique needs of the client, I routinely work with the family and academic institutions to enable the client to achieve their full potential.
36 Years Experience
Online in Mercedes, TX Texas
Autism and Asperger's
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 Mercedes, TX Texas
Autism and Asperger's
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I work with individuals on the autism spectrum to support social understanding, emotional regulation, and daily functioning. My approach is strengths-based, focusing on building skills while respecting each person’s unique way of thinking and experiencing the world. I also support parents and families in creating environments that foster growth and independence.
21 Years Experience
Online in Mercedes, TX Texas
Autism and Asperger's
Vada Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Autism services at Vada Counseling honor neurodivergent ways of being and explicitly reject pathologizing or behavior-control models. We support autistic clients in navigating sensory, relational, and social needs within environments that often fail to accommodate them. Our affirming, decolonizing approach centers autonomy, communication choice, and self-advocacy.
11 Years Experience
Online in Mercedes, TX Texas
Autism and Asperger's
Michael J. Salas
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, CSAT, CST
If you're autistic or exploring whether you might be, you may have spent a lot of your life feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or pressured to fit into environments that weren’t made for you. Whether you’ve been formally diagnosed or you’re just starting to connect the dots, I offer a space where you don’t have to mask or explain yourself.
I work with adults on the spectrum to better understand their needs, manage sensory and emotional overload, and navigate relationships in a way that feels authentic. We can also look at how past experiences—especially those shaped by being different in a world that expects sameness—may still be affecting your self-esteem or mental health.
You don’t need to change who you are. Therapy is about supporting you in building a life that actually works for your brain, your body, and your values.
18 Years Experience
Online in Mercedes, TX Texas
Autism therapists in Mercedes, Texas Statistics
Autism therapists in Mercedes, Texas average 16 years of experience and charge around $191 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$191
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 92% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 52% | Senior |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |