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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. Whether you are located in downtown Plainfield, the suburbs of Plainfield, other nearby places such as Union City, Elizabeth, or anywhere else in New Jersey, 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.

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Kimberly Rivera
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My passion lies in supporting and empowering individuals through life's challenges. I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those navigating life with autism spectrum disorder.


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My passion lies in supporting and empowering individuals through life's challenges. I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those navigating life with autism spectrum disorder.

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I believe in the power of an eclectic approach tailored to your unique needs. My toolkit includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, person-centered techniques, and the calming influence of mindfulness.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Autism in Adults
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marriage
  • Transgender
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Work collaboratively to ensure that within the safety of our therapeutic relationship, you will increase your insight and understanding, overcome obstacles and life challenges, and realize your worth and potential.


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Work collaboratively to ensure that within the safety of our therapeutic relationship, you will increase your insight and understanding, overcome obstacles and life challenges, and realize your worth and potential.

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I practice using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, and insight-oriented and client-centered therapies.

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  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Autism in Adults
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Avoidant Personality Disorder
  • Communication Skills
  • Depression
  • Families with Autism-related challenges
  • Healing From Relationships
  • High-Functioning Autism
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Parenting Children With ADHD
  • Relational Trauma
  • Relationship Distress
  • Social Anxiety
  • Social Skills
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Tatiana Taylor
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Together we will get you better acquainted with your emotions, and help you gain a sense of clarity and peace. I can help you unpack your negative thoughts, and empower you to create positive, affirming ones.


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Together we will get you better acquainted with your emotions, and help you gain a sense of clarity and peace. I can help you unpack your negative thoughts, and empower you to create positive, affirming ones.

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What makes my approach to providing therapy unique is that I talk with and to my clients, not at them. In order to work towards healing and processing feelings, an open dialogue rooted in a therapeutic alliance is essential.

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  • ADHD Testing
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • BIPOC
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality
  • Coaching
  • Coming Out
  • Confidence
  • Cutting
  • Cyclothymic Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Executive Coaching
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Motivation
  • Neurodivergence
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Procrastination
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
  • Young Adults
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Together, we will find the issue/block that is troubling you as a whole person. We view wellbeing as a combination of the heart, mind and body.


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Together, we will find the issue/block that is troubling you as a whole person. We view wellbeing as a combination of the heart, mind and body.

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I ask the question: what disrupts your connection with yourself and the world around you? Whether the cause for the disconnect be traumatic events, bouts of depression. persistent anxiety or the inability to cope.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Adoption
  • Adult Children of Alcoholics
  • Alcohol
  • Ancestral Trauma
  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Birth Trauma
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Bulimia
  • Bullying
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Complex Trauma
  • Concussion/Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Congenital Disease
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developing Secure Attachment
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Eating Disorders
  • Failure to Launch
  • Fear of Failure
  • Fears and Phobias
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Medical Trauma
  • Mind-Body Connection
  • Motherhood
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Religious Trauma
  • Secondary Trauma
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Social Anxiety
  • Spiritual Trauma
  • Substance Use
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
  • Vicarious Trauma
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Kristi Pace
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My methods are deeply rooted in empathy, aided by a caring heart and an analytical mind, as well as an ability to build strong relationships and enlist clients' cooperation in facing life’s journeys.


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My methods are deeply rooted in empathy, aided by a caring heart and an analytical mind, as well as an ability to build strong relationships and enlist clients' cooperation in facing life’s journeys.

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Client-centered and strength-based treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, psychodynamic theory, and empowering YOU to make the choice to change your life.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Depressive Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Teenagers
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