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Autism therapists in Washington

Find experienced Autism therapists in 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.
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Seattle, Washington therapist: Ryan Shannon, counselor/therapist
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.  
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1 Years Experience
Online in Washington (Online Only)
Seattle, Washington therapist: Humanistic Therapy NW, therapist
Autism

Humanistic Therapy NW

Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, ACSW, CSWA
We provide affirming therapy for autistic adults, including those who identify with Asperger’s, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MB-CBT). Treatment focuses on emotional regulation, sensory awareness, communication, and coping skills—tailored to neurodivergent experiences rather than forcing neurotypical norms.  
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17 Years Experience
Online in Washington (Online Only)
Seattle, Washington therapist: Matthew Wolfe, licensed mental health counselor
Autism

Matthew Wolfe

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MHP
Autism spectrum has really gone through a renaissance recently in terms of our understanding of it beyond white, middle-class, boys. I bring lived experience and an understanding of intersectionality to explore ways to be an ally to your neurology. Being autistic isn't the problem, living in an ablest society is.  
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13 Years Experience
Online in Washington (Online Only)
Bellevue, Washington therapist: Alignwell Modern Therapy, counselor/therapist
Autism

Alignwell Modern Therapy

Counselor/Therapist
We work with neurodivergent individuals who want to better understand themselves and navigate relationships, work, and daily life. Therapy focuses on building self-acceptance, reducing burnout and masking, and developing practical strategies that support your unique strengths and needs.  
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20 Years Experience
In-Person in Bellevue, WA 98004
Online in Washington
San Francisco, California therapist: Practical Psychology, Inc., psychologist
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.  
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6 Years Experience
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