Online autism and ASD support for kids, teens, and parents
Neurodiversity-affirming talk therapy that supports your child's emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Support for anxiety, emotional regulation, and co-occurring mental health needs in autistic youth. This is not ABA, occupational, or speech therapy.
Insurance accepted. Appointments often available within days.
Covered by insurance · Licensed specialists · Start within 48 hours
Covered by insurance · Licensed specialists · Start within 48 hours
teens, & families
Autism, at a glance
1 in 36
About 1 in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Co-occurring anxiety
Many autistic children also experience clinically significant anxiety that benefits from treatment.
3.5x gap
Autistic boys are nearly four times more likely to be identified than girls, though rates in girls are rising.
Understanding autism
What autism looks like and how it affects daily life.
Neurodiversity-affirming
We focus on supporting wellbeing and building skills, not changing who your child is.
Co-occurring support
Many autistic children experience anxiety, ADHD, or emotional regulation challenges we address together.
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, interaction, and sensory processing. We see autism as a natural variation in neurology.
A licensed clinician evaluates each child's unique profile and considers co-occurring conditions like anxiety, ADHD, or emotional regulation challenges.
Strengths-based approach
We work with your child's interests and strengths to build engagement and progress.
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, interaction, and sensory processing. We see autism as a natural variation in neurology.
A licensed clinician evaluates each child's unique profile and considers co-occurring conditions like anxiety, ADHD, or emotional regulation challenges.
How therapy supports autistic children by age
Support looks different at every stage of development.
Young Children (4-7)
Emotional regulation support
Managing sensory-related distress
Emotional expression through play
Routine and transition support
School-Age (8-12)
Social skills development
Anxiety management
Self-advocacy skills
Friendship navigation
Teens (13-17)
Identity and self-understanding
Managing social complexity
Independence skills
Co-occurring anxiety or depression
Young Adults (18-25)
Workplace and relationship skills
Executive functioning support
Transition to independence
Self-regulation strategies
How talk therapy supports autistic children
Evidence-based mental health strategies adapted for neurodivergent youth.
- Builds emotional regulation skills
- Supports emotional and social wellbeing
- Manages co-occurring anxiety and ADHD
- Helps manage sensory-related anxiety
- Strengthens independence and self-advocacy
Why families choose Emora
Neurodiversity-affirming care vs. general providers.
Other providers
Licensed clinicians for kids, teens, and parents
Generalist providers
Neurodiversity-affirming approach
Deficit-focused approaches
Parent-inclusive model
Limited parent involvement
Modified CBT adapted for autistic youth
Neurotypical-centered therapy models
Insurance accepted
Insurance not always accepted
Virtual sessions reduce sensory and transition challenges
In-office visits add sensory stress
Get started in minutes
Three simple steps to connect with the right clinician.
- 1
Share what’s going on
Answer a few questions about symptoms and goals.
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Verify coverage
See insurance estimates and available times.
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Start sessions
Meet your clinician and begin building skills.
Frequently asked questions
What parents ask most about autism support.
No. You don't need a formal diagnosis to get started. Our therapists can work with your child based on their current challenges and strengths, whether or not they have a diagnosis.
We provide CBT adapted for autism, social skills development, anxiety management, emotional regulation support, and parent coaching. All approaches are tailored to your child's unique profile and needs.
Yes. We believe in working with your child's unique strengths and interests — not trying to make them "less autistic." Our goal is to help your child build skills, manage challenges, and thrive as their authentic self.
This varies based on your child's goals. Some families see progress within 8–12 sessions on specific skills, while others benefit from longer-term support. We work with you to set clear goals and adjust as your child grows.
Absolutely. Parent involvement is essential to our approach. You'll receive coaching on how to support your child at home, guidance on school advocacy, and regular updates on your child's progress.
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans. We verify coverage before your first appointment, and most families pay between $0 and $30 per session.
Yes — about 40% of autistic children also experience anxiety. Our therapists are trained to address both autism and anxiety together, using approaches specifically adapted for autistic children.
We support kids, teens, and parents, with age-appropriate approaches at every stage.
Real stories of growth
Every session is rated by parents. Our therapists maintain a 4.9+ average, because results matter.
Very easy to talk to. First session was fun and she made my son feel very comfortable. He’s excited about therapy
Parent of a 9 year old
Aug 29, 2026
Tameka Johnson, LPC
Dr. Bell made this so easy for my son and myself. He was easy to talk to and gave us great insight into this whole process and what our forward path could look like.
Parent of a 12 year old
Aug 29, 2026
Dr. Joel Bell, PhD
its always a great feeling leaving each session knowing i understand more about myself than i did going in
An Adult client
Aug 29, 2026
Catherine Campos, LCSW
I am amazed and extremely grateful for Elsie, not only is she caring, empathetic and patient but also just an amazing person. My son has just completed session 10 and I am noticing he has started to become his own person with his own feelings and is showing so much more self confidence. I am truly grateful for everything she has done for us so far and excited for future endeavors.
Parent of a 12 year old
Aug 29, 2026
Elsie Peña, LPC
Very patient and proactive. Stays consistent with his messaging and helps me relate worries to relevant techniques.
An Adult client
Aug 29, 2026
Mark Wallman, LPC
She made my daughter feel seen and very comfortable. She loved the session
Parent of a 12 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Had my 13 year olds first session today. He did not want to attend so I bribed him and told him to do it today and he wouldn’t have to go to the next one until 3 weeks. After the session ended, he came into my room and asked if we could schedule it sooner than 3 weeks. I’m glad we found this therapist!
Parent of a 13 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Franklin Williams, LCMHC
Listening and understanding what’s happening and also being very helpful
Parent of a 17 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Samantha Fernandez, LMHC
Aminah Todman was created for her position. I never imagined being as comfortable as I am so early on. I’m nervous, a bit anxious but also excited for the work ahead.
An Adult client
Aug 28, 2026
Aminah Todman, LCSW
She was very friendly, made me feel comfortable, she practiced empathy and understanding.looking forward to more sessions.
An Adult client
Aug 28, 2026
Aminah Todman, LCSW
Ms. Coleman was absolutely wonderful! She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate. What impressed me most was her firsthand experience with my condition and her ability to offer practical, proven methods that I can actually use to make meaningful progress. I immediately felt that I was in capable hands and that she genuinely understood what I’m going through. I’m very grateful for her guidance .
An Adult client
Aug 28, 2026
Cecilia Coleman, LPC-A
The session was overall very helpful and i enjoyed talking with Liz. She walked me through each question and even related on some topics. She is very flexible and understanding and will assist with scheduling when she can.
An Adult client
Aug 28, 2026
Dr. Liz Nitsch, PsyD
Raul was very professional and attentive to my son’s needs. I look forward to seeing how these sessions progress
Parent of an 11 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Raul Martinez, LPC
Great listener very attentive great feedback
An Adult client
Aug 28, 2026
Barbara Graham, LCSW-A
I scheduled the start of an assessment, and the counselor my son was paired with does not assess ADHD or Autism patients. Whole I would like Karson to be paired with him for familiarity, I would like my son assessed by someone who specializes in ADHD and Autism, which is why I chose your group.
Parent of a 9 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Jahn Quattlebaum, LPC
Diana was amazing and a very good listener. My 6yo loved her!
Parent of a 6 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Diana Gaona, LPC
I love how she challenges you to open up and just think
An Adult client
Aug 28, 2026
Ronnie Roper, LCSW
She’s so sweet and understanding, and I deal with stress and anger so much better.
Parent of a 15 year old
Aug 28, 2026
Tonya Coleman Seimears, LCSW
Every autistic child deserves support that fits
Structured, developmentally informed therapy can help build skills that last.
Not sure where to start? Book a clinical matching session.
Used in care: the AQ-10 Child autism screening questionnaire
10 parent-report items from the Cambridge AQ-10, read against the referral threshold its authors published. We don’t publish it here — an Emora clinician uses it as part of an evaluation.