Mrs. Heidi Ison

Autism is a diagnosis of neurodiversity, meaning that the brain of someone with autism processes information in a different manner. For individuals with autism sounds may sound louder, jokes may not make sense, feedback may feel like punishment; it varies for each individual. Because the brain is processing information differently, this means that people with autism experience different thoughts, emotions and sometimes behaviors than neurotypicals (those of us without autism). There are many different types of therapies that can teach someone with autism how to live more comfortably in the world - how to integrate sensory input, respond to social cues, and manage emotions. Counseling is one of the treatments for social and emotional learning. People with autism also frequently work with occupational therapists, neurologists, psychiatrists and even life coaches. *Heidi Ison**, MSW, LCSW* *Owner, Radically Open DBT Tampa <http://www.radicallyopentampa.com>* *Certified Trainer, Radically Open Blended Learnin <https://radicallyopen-blendedlearning.net/>g Ltd. <https://radicallyopen-blendedlearning.net/>* *Board Certified Diplomate, American Board of Clinical Social Work <https://www.abcsw.org/directory#/>* 2005 Pan Am Circle, Suite 120 Tampa, FL 33607 P 813-602-2312 F 813-302-1173 hison@radicallyopentampa.com

Yes, there are many effective therapies to treat depression. Therapy for depression may focus on new ways of thinking or behaving to help improve your overall mindset and daily habits. If the depression is linked to earlier life events, sometimes it's helpful to have a safe and supportive space to process through those thoughts, memories and feelings to create meaning for your life ahead. Most people will experience depression at some point in their life, therapy is a very effective approach to keeping your mental wellness.

Yes, there are many effective therapies to treat depression. Therapy for depression may focus on new ways of thinking or behaving to help improve your overall mindset and daily habits. If the depression is linked to earlier life events, sometimes it's helpful to have a safe and supportive space to process through those thoughts, memories and feelings to create meaning for your life ahead. Most people will experience depression at some point in their life, therapy is a very effective approach to keeping your mental wellness.

Hello, as Schizophrenia is an atypical diagnosis for children, my recommendation is to have a multi-disciplinary workup to rule out other organic and developmental changes. The comprehensive workup would include pediatric neurologist MD, neuro-psychological testing PhD, and a psychiatrist MD. These specialists will give you the most comprehensive diagnostic picture and treatment plan.

There are many effective counseling techniques to resolve anxiety. Whether you are experiencing general worry or severe panic attack there is an evidence-based treatment to fit you. Some examples of counseling for anxiety include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Panic Control Treatment, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and many more.

Yes, the best practice guidelines for schizophrenia include a combination of medication and counseling.

While each patient experiences anxiety in a different way, there are many evidence-based treatments that can resolve anxiety symptoms between 10-15 sessions.