Autism therapists in Portland, VIC
Find experienced Autism therapists in Portland, Victoria, Australia 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
Dr Israel Berger
Therapist, MBBS, FRANZCP, PGCert(Youth Mental Health), MPsych, PhD(Psych), CCTP
Being autistic myself, I have many years of experience communicating with other autistic people in ways that actually work for them. I'm interested in your experiences and challenges and helping you to work through them. I want to help you to be you and have a fulfilling life.
20 Years Experience
Online in Portland, VIC
Autism
Mindnest Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Couns
I support autistic clients and families with anxiety, emotional regulation, relationships, identity, school or work stress, and the exhaustion that can come from trying to fit into environments that do not always feel supportive.
5 Years Experience
Online in Portland, VIC
Autism
Body Sense Psychology
Psychologist, Master of Psychology, Bachelor of Arts (Honours Psychology), Certificate in Sexology
As a neurodiversity affirming practice, many of my clients are neurodiverse. I tailor the therapies and approach I take to meet your specific needs and goals and have a deep understanding that no two neurodiverse individuals are the same. As a neurodiverse person myself, I understand the additional challenges and difficulties that come from existing in a society that was not built by or for us.
I work with you to understand how the colour of your difference presents challenges in your life, and work with you to identify solutions and strategies that make day to day life easier. I also know that people have many different ways of interacting, sensing and communicating so offer my neurodiverse clients (and anyone who needs it) choice and autonomy during therapy. This means that you can choose:
- In person or remote (tele or video)
- talking, writing or drawing (communication isn't just verbal)
- getting a copy of session synopsis to refer to after the session in case you forget
- doing practical exercises with me in session, or doing them between sessions in your own time
- getting written notes or diagrams of what we've discussed in session that you can refer to later
- modifying the physical environment based on your preference (e.g. lower light, music or no music, aromatherapy scents etc).
17 Years Experience
Online in Portland, VIC
Autism
Kristen Bayliss
Psychologist, Registered Psychologist, BSc, MA
The uniqueness of each person with autism makes the experience of living with autism different for each individual and family. Autism is a life-long neurodevelopmental condition characterised by differences in social communication and interactions, alongside sensory sensitivities, focused interests, and repetitive behaviours. We support individuals and families in their journey to live life to it's fullest in all circumstances.
28 Years Experience
Online in Portland, VIC
Autism
Dr Rachel Hannam
Psychologist, PhD Psychology
I support autistic individuals to better understand their strengths and challenges, develop practical coping strategies, and enhance wellbeing across different areas of life.
14 Years Experience
Online in Portland, VIC
Autism therapists in Portland, VIC Statistics
Autism therapists in Portland, VIC average 15 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (72%), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (68%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
60%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 84% |
In Person and Online |
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| 16% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 72% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 68% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 56% | Narrative Therapy |
| 52% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 52% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 48% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 48% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | LGBTQ+ |
| 64% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 64% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 40% | Asian |