Expert Psychotherapy
For Adult Autism
Dr. Yedidya (Didi) Levy
Our Approach To Autism
Autism can manifest in many different ways. In our work with individuals on the spectrum, we take an approach that is client-specific, judgment-free, and honest. We don’t impose predetermined political or clinical agendas. Instead, we focus on bespoke goals and are committed to helping make meaningful changes in your life.
Have you been diagnosed with autism, or suspect you might be on the autism spectrum?
We help our clients better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and develop strategies for a more balanced, connected, and fulfilling life. Therapy can meaningfully improve communication, stress management, and isolation in a way that feels right for you.
Therapy For Autism Can Improve:
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Isolation and Loneliness
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Emotion Management
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Relationships with family
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Self-Esteem
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Functional Flexibility & Freedom
Common Symptoms Of Autism
2. Restrictive & Repetitive Behaviors
These symptoms are often expressed as maintenance of strict routines, strong preferences for familiarity and predictability, intense focus on specific objects or subjects, and repetitive behaviors (AKA rituals).
What Is Psychotherapy for ASD?
Psychotherapy for ASD borrows from a variety of different modalities. It utilizes CBT to focus on building functional skills and reducing behaviors that interfere with daily life, as well as addressing anxiety, rigid thinking patterns, and/or emotional dysregulation. Psychotherapy also offers an oppurtunity for developing emotional connection, social understanding, and interpersonal skills in the context of the therapeutic relationship. These skills can then be generalized beyond the context of therapy.
What Improvements Can I Expect From Psychotherapy?
You can expect an entirely non-judgemental, apolitical, and bias free psychotherapy experience. Depending on the goals outlined, psychotherapy can help with the development of emotional resources to handle challenges, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and navigate daily life more effectively. Therapy will broadly foster social, emotional, and behavioral growth.
Challenges Often Associated With Autism
Depression
Autism can have a variety of secondary effects that can result in loneliness, shame, hopelessness, and devastating self-criticism. These symptoms can often amount to various forms of depression.
Loneliness
The social challenges associated with some manifestations of autism can result in profound isolation, loneliness, and sexual frustration.
Avoidance
Preferences and discomfort in unfamiliar situations, can result in tendencies to avoid people, places or things. This avoidance can limit freedom, and satisfaction in life.
Real Un-safety
Anger and anxiety are often two sides of the same coin—both reactions to feeling a real or perceived threat.
Meet The Founder
Dr. Yedidya Levy
I've trained and supervised therapists, published on men's issues, and devoted my clinical practice to men's mental health. I work with clients seeking to make meaningful change around complex presenting issues. These issues include mild to severe depression, anger that interferes with relationships, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, narcissism, BPD & psychosis. Good psychotherapy is a collaborative relationship that uncovers action-oriented insights and facilitates lasting change. Clients I work with can expect symptom relief, meaningful insight, and improved effectiveness in personal and professional relationships. I am the assistant director of the college counseling center at Yeshiva University, and have worked extensively with adult men of all ages, and from all walks of life. I believe psychotherapy is a bespoke process, one in which the care and roadmap to change is highly individualized. Through this exploration, we'll identify the patterns contributing to your current distress. We will develop insight into the ways these patterns are maintained, and we will effectively intervene to create lasting change. Reach out for a consultation today to begin the process of living a freer and lighter existence.
Get Started In 3 Steps
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Schedule A Call
Reach out to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation with a member our clinical team.
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Free Consultation
In the consultation you'll share what you are looking to work on in therapy with us and any preferences you might have.
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Beginning The Work
We will then connect you to one of our therapists and the work can begin.