Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a treatment approach with evidence of effectiveness for treating mood and anxiety-related disorders. CBT has also shown evidence of benefiting neurodiverse individuals (i.e., autistic individuals/individuals with autism and individuals with related neurodevelopmental disorders). CBT is a short-term treatment that focuses on teaching specific coping skills to address current problems. CBT differs from other therapy approaches – it focuses on the ways that a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected.
Our Center focuses on providing CBT adapted for the unique learning and cognitive profiles of neurodiverse individuals. We focus on treating co-occurring anxiety and mood conditions. We also treat behavior flexibility to build skills for youth to adapt to changes in preferences and routines, a common challenge among neurodiverse youth.
- CBT for Behavioral Flexibility (ages 4-12): Neurodiverse youth who need targeted care related to difficulties with behavioral flexibility (e.g., difficulty with changes, need to do things a certain way) *Currently accepting patients on waitlist*
- CBT for co-occurring mood and anxiety (ages 12+): Neurodiverse adolescents and young adults who need targeted care related to difficulties with depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, and phobias. *Waitlist closed - check back in 3 months*
Please email our patient navigator at [email protected] to inquire about individual therapy. An initial in person consultation will be required to determine if this treatment model is the right fit for you or your child.