Autism therapists in Washougal, WA
Find experienced Autism therapists in Washougal, 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 Washougal, WA (Online Only)
Autism
Lois Spence
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LMHCA
We will work through any issues around your symptoms of Autism and Asperger’s. We will
Put together a tool box to assist with friendships, romantic relationships and relationshCognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most effective form of psychotherapy for anxiety disorders. Generally a short-term treatment, CBT focuses on teaching you specific skills to improve your symptoms and gradually return to the activities you've avoided because of anxiety.and work dynamics.
5 Years Experience
Online in Washougal, WA
Autism
Evolve Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
I have extensive training in Autism and its intersection with eating disorders. I provide neurodivergent affirming care.
19 Years Experience
Online in Washougal, WA (Online Only)
Autism
Practical Psychology, Inc.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
You may have felt out of sync with the crowd—too quiet, too intense, too different. But here, being “different” is not a barrier—it’s your gift. At Dr. Shoup’s practice, you’ll find a place of acceptance, insight, and purpose. We understand how your mind’s unique rhythms, perceptions, and sensitivities shape your life and interactions. Rather than trying to make you fit a mold, we help you lean into your strengths, build bridges in relationships, and discover how being “outside” can be the vantage point from which you lead, connect, and thrive.
6 Years Experience
Online in Washougal, WA (Online Only)
Autism
Sarah Wolfer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
So much of the advice autistic people receive is about how to seem less autistic; how to make eye contact, how to mask discomfort, how to perform neurotypicality convincingly enough to get through the day. Therapy shouldn't be more of that. I'm Sarah, a neurodivergent therapist myself who works with autistic adults who are tired of contorting themselves to fit a world that rarely fits back. My approach is somatic and body-informed, which means we're not putting all the pressure on verbal processing. We work with your whole nervous system, at your pace, in a way that actually respects how you're wired. KAP can also be a powerful option for autistic clients carrying deep burnout, identity-based pain, or trauma that's been hard to reach. Telehealth in WA, ID, and FL.
14 Years Experience
Online in Washougal, WA (Online Only)
Autism therapists in Washougal, WA Statistics
Autism therapists in Washougal, WA average 14 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (47%), and Behavioral Therapy (33%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
37%
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
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 30% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 28% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 49% | Senior |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 56% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 33% | Black / African American |