Autism Centered Care
What is Autism-Centered Care?
At Closer Horizons, we understand that every child experiences the world in their own unique way. That’s why we provide expert, compassionate care tailored specifically for children, teens, and young adults who have Autism or neurodiversity.. Parents can feel relieved knowing they are working with trusted providers who truly understand their child’s needs. Tailoring the environment and interventions specifically to the child’s sensory profile, relational needs, and co-occurring conditions. We meet each child where they are, honoring their communication style, sensory needs, and natural ways of expressing themselves.
Autism-Centered Care Services:
Counseling
A safe, supportive space to process emotions, manage anxiety, and build coping skills. For individuals with Autism or other neurodiverse profiles, counseling provides a judgment-free environment where they can express themselves in ways that feel natural—whether through stimming, using supportive devices, or communicating in their own way. The goal is to help them navigate daily challenges in a way that works for them, fostering self-understanding, resilience, and emotional well-being.
Personalized Training Sessions
Tailored to meet your child’s unique needs by building on their strengths, these sessions focus on social, behavioral, adaptive, and executive functioning skills. Our goal is to help them succeed at home, in school, and in the community. Through personalized support, your child will gain confidence in their abilities and increase independence, empowering them to navigate daily challenges with success.
Comprehensive Evaluations
Gain a deeper understanding of your child’s strengths and challenges with a personalized evaluation. These insights help guide targeted strategies to support their growth at home, school, and beyond. Evaluations can also inform school-based services, intervention plans, and medical support - if needed, ensuring your child gets the resources they need to meet their goals.
“(C’s) sessions with Dr. G are going AMAZING! In the past, he was not receptive to counseling or therapy, and now I hear him opening up and sharing things. Whatever magic you are doing, it’s working!”
Parent of student with Autism receiving therapy
Why Choose Closer Horizons for Autism-Centered Care?
Proven Experience and Expertise
For over a decade, we’ve worked with children and young adults, helping them navigate a wide range of challenges, from academic struggles to social and emotional difficulties. Our deep understanding of Autism and its unique impact allows us to provide tailored care to meet each child’s specific needs, empowering them to succeed in their own way.
Comprehensive, Holistic Approach
Our practice is committed to supporting the whole family. We offer counseling for both children and parents, recognizing the interconnectedness of family dynamics. This means not just focusing on the child or teen needs, but also providing parents with the tools and emotional support to navigate your own stress and concerns. Parents often share how much they appreciate the collaborative environment, where both they and their children feel heard and understood.
Personalized, Results-Driven Training
We specialize in creating personalized training sessions to address a child’s social, behavioral, adaptive, or executive functioning skills. By focusing on strengths, we can develop strategies that work in real-life settings—whether that’s managing social interactions, improving school performance, or building daily living skills.
Insightful Evaluations for Growth
Our comprehensive evaluations provide valuable insights into your child or teens strengths and areas for growth. These evaluations help develop a targeted plan for your child’s progress, guiding us in finding the right resources and strategies to support their development both at home and in school.
A Mission to Empower
At Closer Horizons, our primary mission is to empower children, teens, young adults and families by providing expert guidance, practical tools, and emotional support.