Find Adult Autism Care Near You

Hello! My name is Khayla Hernandez. I currently live in Southern California, though I’m originally from the Bay Area. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with resilience, self-compassion, and a deeper understanding of themselves. My work is grounded in the belief that healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and supported in a safe, nonjudgmental space. My approach is warm, collaborative, and a little quirky. I strive to create an environment where you feel comfortable exploring your experiences at your own pace while gaining insight and tools that support meaningful change. What drives me most is witnessing the moment when someone begins to feel empowered in their own story and when challenges start to feel more manageable.

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. As a licensed psychologist, I believe that authentically vulnerable and self-reflective relationships with ourselves and others are central to whole-person wellness and self-understanding. I am passionate about helping individuals and families gain clarity and insight through thoughtful psychological assessment. My goal is to create a compassionate, supportive space where you feel heard and understood throughout the evaluation process. With experience providing therapy, assessment, and consultation for clients across the lifespan, I approach each person’s story with care, collaboration, and respect for their unique strengths and needs.

Welcome! I am Dr. Ivette Rodriguez, a licensed psychologist. I currently reside in San Antonio, Texas, and I am licensed in Texas. My style is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I offer a compassionate, personalized approach that creates a safe space for individuals experiencing difficult issues. My role is to provide a safe and supportive space for the individuals I work with.

Hello and Welcome! My name is Tekeyia Bell and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin. I’m a therapist who is deeply committed to creating spaces where people feel safe, understood, and never pathologized for who they are. My work is rooted in the belief that neurodivergence is not something to “fix,” but something to understand, support, and honor. I value collaboration, direct communication, and practical tools. My approach integrates evidence-based practices like CBT while remaining flexible, sensory-aware, and responsive to each individual’s needs. Above all, I strive to create a therapeutic relationship where clients feel respected, empowered, and genuinely seen.

Hello and welcome. My name is Mark Pennick, and I am a licensed clinician specializing in comprehensive autism evaluations for adolescents and adults. Through my work with Full Spectrum Therapeutic Services, I have dedicated my practice to supporting neurodivergent individuals in gaining clarity, validation, and a deeper understanding of themselves.I currently live in Colorado and am licensed in Colorado. My background includes extensive experience in psychological assessment, differential diagnosis, and working with individuals who may have gone years without having their experiences fully recognized or understood.I believe that the diagnostic process should feel respectful, collaborative, and empowering. Seeking an autism evaluation as an adult can bring up many emotions—curiosity, relief, uncertainty, even grief. My role is to create a safe, affirming space where you feel heard, validated, and supported throughout the process. Every person’s story matters, and I approach each evaluation with care, curiosity, and deep respect for your lived experience.