Autism therapists in Norfolk, VA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Norfolk, Virginia 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
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 in Norfolk, VA 23517
Online in Norfolk, VA
Autism
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services provides compassionate, individualized support for children, teens, and adults navigating Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger’s. We focus on helping clients strengthen social understanding, emotional regulation, communication skills, and daily functioning through evidence‑based approaches such as CBT, behavioral strategies, and mindfulness‑based interventions. Our work also includes supporting families in understanding their loved one’s needs, building effective routines, and creating environments that promote confidence and independence. Whether someone is seeking help with sensory overwhelm, social challenges, anxiety, or transitions, we offer a warm, structured, and affirming space where neurodiverse individuals can thrive and feel fully supported.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23510
Online in Norfolk, VA
Autism
Dr. Ylenia Martinez
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD
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 Norfolk, VA
Autism
John Perry
Counselor/Therapist, Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be effectively applied in therapy sessions for individuals with autism to address cognitive and behavioral challenges. I often focus on identifying and modifying maladaptive thought patterns, fostering emotional regulation, and improving social skills. By emphasizing cognitive restructuring and behavioral interventions, CBT offers a structured and goal-oriented approach to help individuals with autism navigate social interactions and manage stressors more effectively.
4 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA
Autism
Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Several clinicians at Shoreline Psychological are trained in providing supportive services for individuals and families dealing with neuro-divergence. We understand the unique needs of individuals and their families navigating a neuro-typical world with a neuro-divergent brain.
21 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA
Norfolk is home to Naval Station Norfolk — the world's largest naval base — and sits at the center of the Hampton Roads military metro, with a therapy community substantially defined by the needs of active-duty service members, veterans, and military families navigating deployment stress, PTSD, and the challenges of military life. The city's large African American population and history of racial inequity create consistent demand for culturally affirming therapists who work with racial trauma, community resilience, and intergenerational family dynamics. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and the Hampton VA Medical Center provide major institutional mental health anchors for the region. Old Dominion University, which absorbed Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2024, maintains clinical training programs that feed practitioners into the broader Norfolk therapy community.
Autism therapists in Norfolk, VA Statistics
Autism therapists in Norfolk, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (38%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
|
| 31% |
Male |
|
| 12% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 73% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 27% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 47% | Senior |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Christian |