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Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders that impact your ability to interact socially and communicate effectively. While some think of autism as a disease that can’t be improved, focused therapy can significantly improve the condition.

No matter how severe symptoms are among the Autism spectrum, an experienced therapist can help you better understand yourself, your needs, and what you can do to improve your quality of life. Wherever you are located in North Carolina from Apex to Winston Salem or even Greenville, or anywhere else nearby, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Symptoms of Autism

There are several symptoms of autism that you should know about, and they include:

  • Having trouble communicating how you feel.
  • Being perceived by others as offensive.
  • Shying away from social interactions.
  • Being unable to make friends.
  • Trouble making eye contact.

Aspergers symptoms include:

  • A strong interest in art or intellectual things
  • Delayed development
  • Lack of proper social skills.

If you believe that you fit the description of Autism, it’s wise to connect with a therapist for a formal diagnosis and treatment. Looking for autism information for your child? Read this article to learn about the merits of art therapy for Autism.

Get Treatment for Autism or Aspergers Today!

Mental Health Match can help you find a professional therapist who can improve your symptoms and help you function at a higher level. Finding a licensed therapist on our platform is as easy as browsing the experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Catherine Bruce
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BE BRAVE! We'll discuss difficult topics in a safe environment and dig deep to understand behavioral patterns. I offer a space for clients to challenge themselves while also respecting their individual culture, lived experiences, and traumas


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BE BRAVE! We'll discuss difficult topics in a safe environment and dig deep to understand behavioral patterns. I offer a space for clients to challenge themselves while also respecting their individual culture, lived experiences, and traumas

Something to know about my approach is:

Working with me will feel like an easy conversation backed up with clinical skills. I am genuinely interested in my client's lived experiences and I often send clients home with tools to use between sessions.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • ADHD in Womxn or Femme Populations
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bisexuality
  • Fear of Failure
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Gay
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Harm OCD
  • Health Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Illness Anxiety Disorder
  • Intrusive Thoughts
  • Lesbian
  • Motherhood
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Parenting Children With ADHD
  • Parenting Children with Anxiety
  • Parenting Children With Autism
  • Pedophilic Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (POCD)
  • Queer
  • Transgender
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identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that are holding you back, and make changes that will help you live the life you want to live.


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identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that are holding you back, and make changes that will help you live the life you want to live.

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I practice evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and believe that our thoughts are extremely powerful in influencing our outcomes.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Disability
  • Marriage
  • Parenting Special Needs Children
  • Postpartum
  • Prenatal
  • Relationships
  • Trauma
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Dr. Ebony Martinez
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We will explore the way you speak to yourself and dissect how distressing events have changed the way you look at life and people. We will explore skills that help you to process traumatic events in a healthy and safe manner.


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We will explore the way you speak to yourself and dissect how distressing events have changed the way you look at life and people. We will explore skills that help you to process traumatic events in a healthy and safe manner.

Something to know about my approach is:

Trauma-informed & eclectic which allows for processing and healing of moments that you may feel no one can understand or care about. My approach is collaborative, and one where your voice is the primary force and key throughout the healing process.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Autism Spectrum
  • BIPOC
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Christian Counseling
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complex Trauma
  • Cultural Trauma
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Dissociation
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Faith and Spirituality
  • Life Adjustment
  • Life Transitions
  • Mental Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Trauma
  • Religious Trauma
  • Stress
  • Stress-Related Disorders
  • Trauma
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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Dr. Michelle Petrongolo
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Explore a broad range of concerns, both past and present, including life and work stress, relationship issues, and personal struggles with the goal to improve your overall quality of life.


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Explore a broad range of concerns, both past and present, including life and work stress, relationship issues, and personal struggles with the goal to improve your overall quality of life.

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Dr. Petrongolo believes in a collaborative style to treatment including cognitive behavioral approaches, supportive therapy, mindfulness, and principles of positive psychology.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Behavior Change
  • Binge Eating
  • College Students
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Eating
  • Families with Autism-related challenges
  • Life Adjustment
  • Parenting
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
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Jo McBride
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My goal as a therapist is to help my clients feel accepted, heard, and motivated to reach their goals. Together we can find out what is in the way of your wellbeing and work to move past it.


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My goal as a therapist is to help my clients feel accepted, heard, and motivated to reach their goals. Together we can find out what is in the way of your wellbeing and work to move past it.

Something to know about my approach is:

In therapy, I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness practices, self-compassion practices, solution-focused therapy, and feminist therapy when appropriate.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • High-Functioning Autism
  • LGBTQ+
  • Motivation
  • Procrastination
  • Relationship Skills
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