Therapy For Those With Autism

Support that honors your rhythm, your reality, and your way of being.

You don’t need to be fixed. You deserve to be understood.

Autism is not a problem to be solved. It’s a different way of experiencing and responding to the world. At Black Onyx, we support autistic children, teens, and adults—as well as families—who are looking for therapy that truly gets it.

Therapy for those with Autism

Life can feel overwhelming when the world asks you to constantly mask, conform, or explain yourself. Whether you’re navigating sensory overload, communication burnout, anxiety, or identity exploration, we’re here to offer grounded, neurodivergent-affirming care.

  • A few signs therapy could help you:

    • Meltdowns or shutdowns that leave you (or your child) drained

    • Difficulty with transitions, routines, or new environments

    • Masking at school or work and crashing at home

    • Feeling “too much” or “not enough” in social spaces

    • Struggles with self-advocacy, communication, or emotional regulation

    • Navigating late-diagnosis, self-diagnosis, or coming to terms with identity

    You’re not too much. You don’t need to hide who you are. Therapy can help you build safety, self-trust, and self-understanding.

  • Autism itself doesn’t need to be “treated,” but the stress, anxiety, and burnout from navigating a neurotypical world can take a toll. We support autistic clients who are:

    • Dealing with anxiety, depression, or school-based stress

    • Feeling misunderstood or unsupported by peers or family

    • Recovering from masking, misdiagnosis, or trauma

    • Wanting to understand themselves better and build emotional tools

    • Seeking support for parenting an autistic child

  • Therapy with us is flexible, affirming, and collaborative.
    We work with your communication style, sensory needs, and pace. There are no rigid rules, no assumptions, and no judgment. We blend a variety of approaches like somatic therapy, IFS, EMDR, and play-based or narrative work with trauma-informed awareness and deep respect for neurodivergent identity.

We help people like you!

Too many autistic folks grow up hearing they’re “too sensitive,” “too intense,” or “too much.” We’re here to rewrite that story—together.

At Black Onyx, we don’t pathologize your differences. We see your strengths. We center your voice. And we support your growth on your terms.

You don’t have to do this alone. If you’re ready for therapy that meets you or your child exactly where you are, we’re here.

Meet the Team

  • Mary Hugesson

    FOUNDER

  • Dr. Jennifer Conolly

    Consulting Psychologist

  • Tori Lewis

    Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW

  • Mousumi Saha

    Registered Psycotherapist

  • Nausheen Ahmed

    Registered Psycotherapist

  • Lisa Jaques

    Registered Psycotherapist (Qualifying)

  • Jessica Smith

    Registered Psychotherapist

  • Roger Chapman

    Student Therapist

  • Christian Kleiser

    Student Therapist

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