Autism therapists in Portsmouth Heights, VA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Portsmouth Heights, 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
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 Near Portsmouth Heights, VA
Online in Portsmouth Heights, VA
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 Near Portsmouth Heights, VA
Online in Portsmouth Heights, VA
Autism
Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l
Psychologist, PhD
Living with autism or Asperger's means experiencing the world in a way that others do not always understand. The sensory overload, the social exhaustion, the feeling of constantly trying to translate yourself for a world that was not quite built with you in mind. It can be isolating. And it can be exhausting in ways that are hard to put into words.
At CCW International, we see you. We understand that neurodivergent clients need more than a one-size-fits-all approach. They need a therapist who is curious, patient, and genuinely interested in understanding how your mind works, not trying to fit you into a mold.
We work with autistic adults and those with Asperger's profiles to navigate relationships, communication, sensory challenges, anxiety, and the emotional weight that often comes with feeling different. Our goal is never to change who you are. It is to help you thrive as exactly who you are, with the right tools, the right support, and a space where you never have to mask.
You belong here.
14 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth Heights, VA (Online Only)
Autism
Heedful Resolutions Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
At Heedful Resolutions, we provide compassionate and individualized support for individuals on the autism spectrum. I work with children, teens, and adults across the lifespan, helping clients develop emotional regulation, strengthen communication and social skills, and foster confidence in navigating daily life. Cathy Merchut-Kruger, LCSW, focuses on working with adults, providing therapy that addresses unique challenges such as relationships, employment, and transitions into greater independence. Together, we aim to create a safe, understanding space where each client’s strengths are recognized and celebrated.
5 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth Heights, 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 Portsmouth Heights, VA
Autism therapists in Portsmouth Heights, VA Statistics
Autism therapists in Portsmouth Heights, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (44%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (40%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 11% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 72% |
In Person and Online |
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| 28% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 40% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Teen |
| 49% | Senior |
| 46% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 40% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Christian |