Online Therapy for Autism
Compassionate Support at A Stone’s Throw Therapy
Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) brings unique experiences and challenges for individuals and their families. At A Stone’s Throw Therapy, we specialise in professional online counselling tailored to children, teenagers, and adults with autism. Whether you're looking to build social skills, develop coping mechanisms, or navigate the emotional complexities of autism, our personalised and evidence-based therapy can guide you towards meaningful growth - all from the comfort of your home.
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals perceive and interact with the world. It influences communication, social interactions, and behaviour. Autism exists on a spectrum, meaning individuals may experience a wide range of abilities, challenges, and needs.
Common Traits of Autism
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Social Communication Challenges: Difficulty understanding social cues, initiating conversations, or maintaining relationships.
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Repetitive Behaviours: Engaging in specific routines or repetitive actions that provide comfort and predictability.
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Sensory Sensitivities: Heightened or reduced sensitivity to sensory inputs such as sounds, lights, textures, or smells.
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Focus on Interests: Intense interest in specific topics or activities, often accompanied by detailed knowledge.
While autism is typically diagnosed in childhood, many adults seek support later in life as they learn more about the condition or face challenges in relationships, work, or personal growth.
What Are the Different Types of Autism?
Autism is no longer divided into distinct diagnoses, such as Asperger’s syndrome or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD-NOS). Instead, these are encompassed within Autism Spectrum Disorder. However, individuals may experience autism differently based on their level of support needs:
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Level 1 (Requiring Support): May need help navigating social situations or managing organisational tasks.
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Level 2 (Requiring Substantial Support): Greater challenges in communication and coping with change.
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Level 3 (Requiring Very Substantial Support): Significant difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, requiring intensive support.
Understanding the diverse presentation of autism is crucial to tailoring therapy to the individual.
Our Approach to Autism Therapy
At A Stone’s Throw Therapy, we provide an integrative and empathic approach to support individuals with autism. Recognising that every person experiences autism differently, we personalise therapy to suit each client’s strengths, needs, and goals.
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Our Techniques Include:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Helping clients identify and manage unhelpful thought patterns or behaviours to improve emotional regulation and decision-making.
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Mindfulness-Based Practices: Supporting emotional awareness and reducing anxiety through techniques that focus on the present moment.
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Creative Therapy: Using art, storytelling, and other creative approaches to explore emotions in a non-verbal way.
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Somatic and Mind-Body Practices: Helping clients process physical sensations associated with emotional responses.
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Person-Centred Therapy: Fostering a safe, non-judgemental environment where clients can explore their challenges at their own pace.
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These evidence-based techniques are combined to empower clients to build resilience, improve communication skills, and achieve greater self-awareness and self-acceptance.
Benefits of Online Therapy for Autism
Online therapy offers a flexible and accessible way to connect with an experienced therapist who understands autism. At A Stone’s Throw Therapy, we provide services designed to make counselling both effective and convenient.
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Here are the key benefits of online therapy for Autism:
Improved Communication Skills
Therapy can help clients develop strategies to express themselves more effectively and navigate social interactions with greater ease.
Enhanced Emotional Regulation
Understanding and managing emotions is a common focus for individuals with autism. Therapy provides tools to identify emotions, reduce anxiety, and respond calmly to challenges.
Support for Sensory Challenges
Therapy can help clients develop strategies to manage sensory sensitivities, such as overstimulation, in a practical and effective way.
Increased Self Awareness
Sessions encourage individuals to explore their strengths, triggers, and behaviours, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves.
Reduced Anxiety and Stress
Online counselling creates a safe, familiar environment where clients can address anxiety and stress associated with autism without additional pressures of travel or unfamiliar settings.
Greater Coping Skills
Therapy equips clients with tools to cope with change, unexpected situations, and daily challenges, promoting confidence and independence.
Enhanced Relationships
By working on communication, empathy, and conflict resolution, therapy can help clients build and maintain stronger connections with loved ones, friends, and colleagues.
Increased Independence
Through therapy, clients learn skills that promote independence, from self-advocacy to managing daily routines effectively.
FEES
ADULT INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING SESSION
£60.00
50 minute session
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- Video call
- Telephone
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(see FAQ's for more information about initial session and session format)
CHILD / TEEN COUNSELLING SESSION
£60.00
45 minute session
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- Video call
- Telephone
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(see FAQ's for more information about initial session and session format)
COUPLES
COUNSELLING SESSION
£110.00
75 minute session
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- Video call
- Telephone
(see FAQ's for more information about initial session and session format)
GET IN TOUCH
Cheryll Avery BSc(Hons), MBACP
A Stones Throw Therapy (Counselling) is available online, and telephone
Unit 2, The Turner Dumbrells Workshops, Dumbrells Court Road, Ditchling, Hassocks, BN6 8GT
+44 7761 593432