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Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Marielle Kantzler, and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist based in Tampa Bay, Florida. With over 22 years of experience, I am deeply passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals who navigate the complex reality of co-occurring conditions.I specialize in working with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and the anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma that often walk hand-in-hand with them. I believe in creating a safe, affirming space where you feel truly seen—not just for your diagnosis, but for your whole self. My approach is to partner with you to untangle these overlapping challenges, helping you build resilience and uncover strengths that fit your unique neurology.Whether you are managing sensory overload, emotional regulation, or life transitions, my goal is to offer care that honors your individual journey. I look forward to walking alongside you as we work through life's complexities together.

Hi, I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Amanda a licensed mental health counselor in Indiana with over 15 years of experience in behavioral health. I’ve worked in a variety of settings—from residential treatment to outpatient and virtual care—which has given me a deep understanding of how different life challenges can show up.What drives me as a provider is creating a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, open, and fully yourself. I know reaching out for support isn’t always easy, and I don’t take that step lightly. When we work together, my focus is on truly understanding your experience and helping you find practical ways to move forward. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own—I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Hello! Welcome! My name is Heather DeGroot. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Pennsylvania. I am also a mom to one son and two dogs. My goal, during my long career, has always been to assist clients get accurate, helpful information during their individual evaluations. During my 20+ years of experience, I've learned to approach evaluation as a journey, with both challenges and rewards. I'm here to help you find clarity and develop a deeper understanding of yourself and how you relate to others.

Everyone deserves to feel comfortable being who they are. In a fast-paced and often overwhelming world, it’s easy to lose connection with yourself. I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for self-discovery and growth.Therapy with me is collaborative. I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to express your needs, ask questions, and take an active role in your care.I use an integrative approach including CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and DBT through an autism-informed lens. I recognize both the strengths and challenges of autism and tailor treatment to each individual.As an autistic therapist and advocate, I understand that people relate to their diagnosis differently. You decide what role it plays in your identity and therapy.My role is to support you in building insight, self-understanding, and living in alignment with your values.

I’m Dr. Christie Pellow, a licensed clinical psychologist, and I specialize in comprehensive evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder in adults. If you’ve been wondering whether autism might be part of your experience, I’m here to help you gain clarity, insight, and a deeper understanding of yourself in a space that feels respectful and supportive.My training includes a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, along with a master’s degree in Applied Quantitative Research from the University of West Florida. During my master’s training, my thesis focused on helping children with autism develop communication skills through creative and alternative methods—an experience that continues to shape how I think about neurodiversity, strengths, and self-expression across the lifespan.I completed my doctoral internship at the West Texas VA Medical Center and went on to complete a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in clinical neuropsychology in private practice, where I received advanced training in comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessment across the lifespan.In our work together, my focus is on developing a full and thoughtful understanding of your experiences—your strengths, challenges, history, and goals—so the results feel meaningful and accurate, not just clinical. Many of the adults I work with have spent years feeling different, misunderstood, or unsure of why certain things have felt harder for them than for others. Being part of a process that helps you make sense of those experiences in a way that feels validating and empowering is at the center of my work.Whether you are seeking answers, self-understanding, or clarity for next steps, I aim to provide an evaluation process that is respectful, collaborative, and grounded in your individual experience—so you leave with insights that genuinely help you move forward.