Understanding Autism and Asperger’s

​Autism and Asperger’s are two related mental health conditions that affect many Americans and people throughout the world.
 
While the research into Autism and the Autism spectrum is continuing to grow yearly, there’s still a lot that we can learn from those experiencing Autism or Asperger’s.  We’ve changed how we treat those with Autism in recent years and are beginning to appreciate the different ways that those with Autism experience their world.
 
We’ve also begun to understand that the Autistic brain is wired differently than those that don’t experience it.  People with autism sometimes have other skills that are higher functioning or refined.  Some people with autism have a penchant for Math and Engineering, some are able to have perfect recall, and some see colors when listening to music.
 
Autism and Asperger’s are complex mental health conditions that need expertise.  Silver Lake Psychology’s trained Autism and Asperger’s specialists are expertly trained to help clients and their families deal with the complexity and breadth of an Autism or Asperger’s diagnosis.
 
 
What are some of the benefits of seeking therapy when you have Autism or Asperger’s?
 
Many people can benefit from seeking therapy.  While therapy can help one deal with life’s challenges, relationships with yourself and others, and many other topics, seeing an Autism and Asperger’s therapist specialist can help you specifically from an informed, understanding lens and approach. 
 
We want to help you succeed and having therapist specialists trained to understand your unique life experience can help you in every aspect of your life.  They’ll understand how you experience the world and can give you the tools, strategies, and coping skills to help improve your life.
 
What will you discuss with your therapist?
 
Working with a therapist can be an uplifting experience.  Your therapist will work with you to build a tailored therapeutic plan to ensure that you’re getting what you need out of therapy.  We’ll help you to delve deeper into your life, how you experience the world, your relationships, and your routines.
 
You’ll also work on how you relate to and communicate with others.  Focusing on communication patterns, goals, and strategies, your Autism therapist specialist will help you to better understand communication in general and tips for success.
 
You’ll also discuss other parts of your life and what you’re going through.  We know that there’s more to you than your diagnosis and we’ll validate and support you throughout the process.
 
Here are some of the topics that you may discuss with your therapist:

• Understanding your diagnosis
• How to communicate effectively with family, friends, coworkers, and acquaintances
• Tools to increase your concentration
• How to juggle life’s responsibilities
• Key tools to build better relationships

 
Why should you see an Autism or Asperger’s Therapist Specialist?
 
An Autism/Asperger’s Therapist specialist is trained to understand the unique challenges of dealing with your diagnosis.  While everyone’s diagnosis is different, our therapists will be able to custom tailor a treatment plan to help you overcome challenges, find successes, and improve your life.  Our specialists can help you throughout every facet of your life.
 
Many of our Autism and Asperger’s therapists have cospecialties too.  This means that we are able to help you with more than just the Autism/Asperger’s portion of your life.  We can help with couples therapy, life transitions, career stress, parenting, and family therapy.  No matter what you’re looking to improve in your life, we can be your therapist partners to help you get there.  This complete approach means that we know you’re more than just your diagnosis, it’s just a part of your life’s experience, uniqueness, and beauty.
 
Contact us today to be matched with your Autism/Asperger’s therapist!