Autism therapists in Chesapeake, Virginia VA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Chesapeake 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
Shay Malone
Pre-Licensed Professional, Ed.S., Resident in Counseling
Autism used to be frequently confused with intellectual disability and many adults with autism were never diagnosed because they could make eye contact, were social, and demonstrated empathy. In reality, a lot of autistic people are highly intelligent. Autism is more accurately understood as differences in communication and understanding social interactions. It may or may not involve special interests or sensory difficulties.
1 Years Experience
Online in Chesapeake, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide specialized support for individuals on the autism spectrum, including social skills, coping strategies, and tailored therapy interventions.
Recommended therapists: Jocelyn Cleveland, Yvette Kearney, Eamonn Carolan
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chesapeake, VA
Online in Chesapeake, VA Virginia
Autism and Asperger's
Ylenia Martinez
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Autism is not something to “fix”; it is a different way of processing the world that deserves respect, not pathologizing. Drawing on my background as a special education teacher and therapist, I offer a neurodiversity‑affirming space where your sensory needs, communication style, and routines are understood rather than judged. Together, we can work on burnout, masking, and relationship stress while also honoring your strengths, stims, interests, and need for predictability and clear communication.
6 Years Experience
Online in Chesapeake, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
All of You Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MSW
Our therapists bring 20+ years of combined personal and professional experience in understanding and approaching the unique presentations and struggles of those who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. We will work with you to address and cope with the struggles daily life .
3 Years Experience
Online in Chesapeake, VA Virginia
Autism and Asperger's
Rosemarie Manfredi
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I am a neuropsychologist with extensive expertise in the evaluation and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders throughout the lifespan. In my practice, I am able to do diagnostic evaluations for ages 2.5 and up, including into adulthood. I offer a range of evaluation types depending on age and needs, from a diagnostic evaluation designed to determine whether someone has an ASD to a very comprehensive evaluation that assesses the impact of ASD (and any other comorbid difficulties) on learning, development, and behavioral functioning. By providing an in-depth understanding of the person with an ASD, I can make specific and individualized recommendations for educational, career, and treatment settings. I also offer career assessments and guidance for individuals with ASDs in order to help identify careers that match their interests, skills, and abilities.
17 Years Experience
Online in Chesapeake, VA Virginia
Chesapeake is the largest city in Virginia by land area — a mostly suburban and semi-rural community spread across the southern Hampton Roads region — with a therapy landscape shaped by its proximity to Naval Station Norfolk and the broader military community, as well as the particular stresses of a sprawling suburb where long commutes and limited walkable community can contribute to social isolation. The city's large African American population and its place within Hampton Roads' racially complex social fabric create demand for culturally affirming therapists who work with racial identity, community resilience, and intergenerational family dynamics. Chesapeake Regional Medical Center provides institutional mental health resources alongside the broader Hampton Roads healthcare ecosystem. Many Chesapeake residents access therapy through the wider Norfolk-Virginia Beach metro, given the city's geographic extent and integration with the regional mental health network.
Autism therapists in Chesapeake, Virginia Statistics
Autism therapists in Chesapeake, Virginia average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (42%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 73% |
In Person and Online |
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| 27% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 88% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 46% | Children |
| 44% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 46% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 37% | Black / African American |