Autism therapists in Orchards, WA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Orchards, Washington 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
Ryan Shannon
Counselor/Therapist, LMHCA, MA, MS
My experience supporting autistic people began in my first job at a summer camp for adults, many of whom were on the autism spectrum. I later worked closely with autistic children and adults as a psychometrist, including people with and without intellectual impairments. I continue to work with autistic clients in my therapy practice today.
Therapy may focus on anxiety, sensory overwhelm, emotional regulation, masking, communication, relationships, routines, burnout, or adjusting to life changes. You may understand what is expected of you socially but feel exhausted by constantly monitoring yourself, or you may struggle to communicate what you need when you become overwhelmed.
My approach is both insight-oriented and practical. Drawing from Adlerian and psychodynamic therapy, we may explore how past experiences, family roles, rejection, bullying, or repeated misunderstandings have shaped the way you view yourself and relate to others. We can distinguish between difficulties you would like to work on and differences that deserve acceptance, accommodation, and respect.
I may also use CBT to help you identify unhelpful beliefs, manage anxiety, and develop more flexible ways of responding to stressful situations. Mindfulness and emotional regulation strategies can help you recognize signs of overload earlier, while solution-focused work can help us identify practical changes to your routines, relationships, and environment.
When appropriate, we may develop gradual behavioral missions to help you practice communication, boundary-setting, flexibility, or navigating situations that currently feel intimidating. These challenges are collaborative and adjusted to your needs so that therapy does not become another environment where you feel pressured to perform or hide who you are.
My goal is not to make you appear less autistic. It is to help you understand yourself more fully, communicate your needs, reduce unnecessary distress, build meaningful relationships, and create a life that fits you. Please note that I currently provide therapy for autistic clients but do not conduct autism evaluations or provide autism diagnoses.
1 Years Experience
Online in Orchards, WA (Online Only)
Autism
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, including Asperger’s, through a strengths-based, skill-building approach that promotes independence, emotional regulation, and social understanding. My work focuses on helping clients develop practical life skills, improve communication and relationship abilities, and navigate daily challenges with greater confidence and self-awareness. Using evidence-based strategies tailored to each individual’s needs, I emphasize structure, consistency, and personalized goal-setting to foster meaningful progress, enhance quality of life, and support long-term success across personal, social, and vocational domains.
2 Years Experience
Online in Orchards, WA (Online Only)
Autism
Be BOLD Psychology and Consulting
Psychologist, Ph.D
We offer neurodivergent-affirming therapy and evaluations for Autistic adults and teens, with a focus on self-understanding, feeling safe unmasking, working through Autistic burnout, and better understanding your own sensory needs. Whether you’re exploring an Autism diagnosis for the first time or looking for a therapist to assist with the challenges of navigating a neurotypical world, we would be glad to support. We offer Autistic-affirming individual therapy, relationship therapy, group therapy, and evaluation services!
8 Years Experience
Online in Orchards, WA
Autism
Lisa Calderwood / New Dawn Counseling, LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
I have diagnosed children and adults with spectrum disorders and have 26 years of experience helping this population and parents.
26 Years Experience
Online in Orchards, WA (Online Only)
Autism
Nicole Wilkerson
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LMHCA
I offer individual counseling that respects autistic clients’ experiences, preferences, and ways of communicating. Our conversations can focus on stress, identity, relationships, self-advocacy, and the demands of school, work, or daily life. My behavior technician background informs my attention to practical supports, while your goals guide counseling. We can discuss communication preferences and accommodations that help you participate comfortably.
0 Years Experience
Online in Orchards, WA
Autism therapists in Orchards, WA Statistics
Autism therapists in Orchards, WA average 14 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (51%), and Behavioral Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 51% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 41% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 58% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 37% | Black / African American |