Autism Therapists in Chicago, IL

I have a deep understanding of various therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, & evidence-based interventions. Along with my skills I use warmth, professionalism, humor, and expertise into my practice. I provide unconditional acceptance as clients share their story with me. I provide each client with individualized treatment plans to best support their needs while considering the complexity of their individual identity. I work to create a collaborative environment from a strength-based approach to help identify goals rooted in client’s values and continue to develop areas of focus as they make progress throughout our sessions.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed and stuck in an overstimulating world? Utilizing a therapy style uniquely crafted for you, I will work with you to find a sense of purpose, empowerment, and alignment with your deepest self. I specialize in working with clients exploring neurodiversity, self purpose, creativity, "giftedness", ADHD, autism, boundaries, burnout, relationships, mind-body connection, anxiety, bipolar, and depression. The strength in my approach comes from a balance of experimenting with tangible interventions to improve your life and awareness that empowers you to achieve a greater connection to inner wisdom.

With eight years of experience in therapy, I have worked extensively in outpatient and in-home settings, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, difficult life transitions, addiction/substance abuse, and autism spectrum disorder. Recognizing the challenges of daily life, I offer evidence-based perspectives to streamline the therapeutic process. Utilizing mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and a deep understanding of neurodiversity, my aim is to facilitate healing and self-actualization.

I have experience working in treatment, community, group, and correctional settings with adolescents, young adults, and adults. Primary clinical approaches include evidence-based therapies focused on generating behavioral results. I have an in-depth understanding of the mental health issues that arise from incarceration and the stressors associated with navigating the post-incarceration process.

It is inevitable that at some point in your life, you will experience challenges. And when you’re struggling, it is important to have the support you need to move forward. Whether you are a parent or guardian looking for therapy for your child or an adolescent or an adult dealing with anxiety, depression, or experiencing a life transition, we can work together to meet your goals. I work with children and adolescents at Pediatric Therapy Practice in Hoffman Estates and adults at Balanced Life Counseling in Chicago.

Private Psychotherapist & Consultant, licensed as a clinical professional counselor and learning behavior specialist with 17+ years experience, serving people on the gifted, talented, twice-exceptional (2e), professional, public-figure, straight, LGBTQIA+, anxiety, depressive, bipolar, obsessive, ethically non-monogamous, ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergent spectrums. If you (or someone you love) feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, depressed, misunderstood, fed up, sad, etc.—or you simply desire to work with a person who facilitates more optimal functioning and genuine wellbeing—then please call or email to check for an opening.

North Shore Pediatric Therapy has two neuropsychology testing centers, one in Naperville and the other out of our Des Plaines center! Our pediatric neuropsychologists include Dr. Greg Stasi, PhD (pronounced "Stacy") Dr. Rhiannon Law, PhD, and Dr. Angel David, PhD. We have an Autism Testing Clinic which was set up explicitly for children who have suspected autism spectrum disorder. Our ideal client is a child, as young as 15 months old, who has signs and symptoms of neurodevelopmental or developmental-behavioral needs!

Feeling overwhelmed and run down? Looking for a space to help sort through stressors and finally make a change? Unsure of what to do next or how to make a meaningful change? People often enter therapy feeling anxious, depressed, confused, or unsure of how to deal with a change or loss. Therapy can be a place to explore feelings that are too hard to share with others. I believe therapy offers a safe environment to express yourself freely, deepen your understanding of yourself, and make positive long-lasting changes in your life. Clients enjoy having a space that is dedicated just to them to process their emotions.

Virtual Assessments Available! You know life can be tough but everything seems harder for you. Relationships are like another language you don’t speak. You miss or don’t understand things that are obvious to others. It’s exhausting masking things others don’t find socially acceptable. Plus there’s the constant noise and stimulation. You eventually snap and shut down. You feel intense guilt and shame because you can’t do things that come so easily for others. You tell yourself something must be wrong with you but there’s a little voice that tells you there has to be a reason you struggle. If only you knew what that is!

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who wants to create a whole life for the people I serve – those with autism spectrum disorders. I have been working with children and adolescents for nearly 20 years, and I am dedicated to helping patients become interested, engaged members of their communities. My program is called SociAbility, and it is a structured group therapy program to help children, teens and young adults who have social cognitive challenges. Most recently, I have added a focus on adults who struggle finding and keeping jobs.

My goal is to help families to best understand their child's overall strengths and areas of difficulties. Once we have a clear picture of their child, I help to create a plan of action that will help them to best support their child's overall development.

I specialize in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with people with disabilities and autism, and am fascinated by the ways that children and adolescents bring technology (including AI) to their sessions. I am also interested in infant mental health and early intervention. I can offer consultation to residential therapeutic centers, group homes, and schools.

Are you an individual on the autism spectrum and looking to gain skills and independence? Have Dreams' counselors are here to help! We support children, adolescents, and young adults with autism in progressing toward their individual goals, be that working on building social and communication skills, addressing emotion regulation and stress management, preparing for employment, or developing executive functioning skills like staying organized and managing time effectively. We also offer parent education and support around new diagnosis.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 15+ years of experience in the field of mental health. My perspectives and training come from working in private practice, schools, hospitals and outpatient settings. I specialize in Neurodiversity (ADHD, OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, etc.), Trauma, Anxiety and Depression. Many of my clients are looking for guidance during times of change. You don't have to face these challenges alone. Taking the first step toward healing is a courageous act, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. If you're ready to embrace positive change, I'm ready to help guide you on your journey.

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS for tele-sessions. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in CALIFORNIA and HAWAII. I have worked as a mental health counselor for 10+ years. I obtained my MA in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in 2009 and am a Licensed Counselor in ILLINOIS I earned my PsyD in clinical psychology at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in 2017. I ran a group private practice and mental health student training center in Chicago from 2009 - 2017 at which time I moved to Northern California. In early 2020 I acquired a second residence/office in Riverside county.

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the state of Illinois who works with neurodiverse teens, college students, young adults, adults, & couples. I specialize in working with clients who identify both as autistic & as a highly sensitive person (HSP). I have experience helping clients with premarital & marital problems (e.g., communication & trust issues, helping partners connect deeper with one another), blended family issues, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief & loss, various life transitions, & trauma.

Do you feel overwhelmed by day-to-day living? Is there something weighing heavily on your mind that is affecting your ability to function as well as you want to? Being able to talk about those feelings with someone can be a huge relief. I believe that establishing a good relationship between the therapist and the client is critical to the healing process. Using a non-judgmental approach, I work with my clients to explore and identify what is the root cause of the distress and together, we set goals for solutions to managing or overcoming the source of the issue.

Rachel’s creative background lends itself to an intuitive therapeutic practice and her recent training as a Social Worker brings her grounded in the world of each individual she works with. Rachel is an attuned, empathetic listener, who focuses on her clients’ needs. She has experience working with persons with chronic distress, complex PTSD, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, learning differences), faith-based injury/inquiry, grief/loss, identity, life transitions, parenting, family, and relationship issues.

I specialize in providing therapy for people aged 4-25 in Lake Forest and the northern Chicago suburbs, especially neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals. With a background including biology and education, I bring a deep understanding of brain function and learning processes to my practice. My approach blends multiple different types of therapy to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and the complexities of growing up today. My sessions frequently include games like Dungeons and Dragons and video games as a means to build rapport, practice skills/tools, and understand oneself.