Autism therapists in Portsmouth, Virginia VA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, VA
Online in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Autism and Asperger's
CBT Center
Psychologist, ABPP, A-CBT
Navigating a world that wasn't really designed with you in mind is exhausting. At The CBT Center, we work with autistic adults and teens on the things that matter most to them: managing anxiety, building social confidence, handling transitions, and just feeling a little more at ease day to day. Our approach is warm, collaborative, and adapted to how you actually think and process. No one-size-fits-all here.
20 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Autism and Asperger's
NeuroSpark Health
Psychologist
NeuroSpark Health specializes in adult autism assessment and the nuanced presentations seen in women, AFAB, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities as well as those late-identified and self-diagnosed. Our assessments fully virtual and are designed to affirm, validate, and de-pathologize each individual's neurodivergent identity. In addition to assessment, NeuroSpark also offers therapy, coaching, accommodations consulting, and group support.
15 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Portsmouth, Virginia Statistics
Autism therapists in Portsmouth, 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) (72%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (43%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 10% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 74% |
In Person and Online |
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| 26% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 89% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Teen |
| 47% | Children |
| 45% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 47% | Men |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |