Autism therapists in Norfolk, Virginia VA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Norfolk 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
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.
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6 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23517
Online in Norfolk, VA Virginia
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 Norfolk, VA Virginia (Online Only)
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 Norfolk, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
Catherine Quiring
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, LCPC
I have level 1 Autism (high masking, non-stereotypical/female presentation) and understand what it feels like to live as a neurodivergent person in a neurotypical world. I love so many things about being autistic, but it is harder to get by in this world with our limitations. I help autistic folx work with their limitations, and find ways to support yourself rather than trying to mask or change yourself. I have a host of neuroaffirming supports in addition to 1:1 therapy, such as a sensory support workbook, poetic exploration of what if feels like to be neurodivergent, assessments, and a neurosparkly hangout.
17 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA Virginia
Autism and Asperger's
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
We embrace the unique identity of the person identify on the ASD spectrum. Much of this work is on identifying the way in which this identity manifests in the clients life. If there are ways to better manage the system then we help the client to understand the tools they can use.
28 Years Experience
Online in Norfolk, VA Virginia
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 Veterans Affairs Hampton Roads Health Care System provide major institutional mental health anchors for the region. Old Dominion University and Eastern Virginia Medical School maintain clinical training programs that feed practitioners into the broader Norfolk therapy community.
Autism therapists in Norfolk, Virginia Statistics
Autism therapists in Norfolk, 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% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 88% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 46% | Children |
| 44% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 46% | Men |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |