Find Adult Autism Care Near You

Hello there! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Dr. Terence Penn, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Baltimore, Maryland. I’m licensed in Maryland and have PSYPACT authorization, which allows me to provide telehealth services in most states.In my training, I specialized in helping adults manage chronic pain and other health-related concerns. Over time, I’ve developed a growing interest in neurodiversity in adults, including assessing for adult ADHD and providing social skills coaching for young adults on the autism spectrum.I take a collaborative approach to care, partnering with you to make sure you feel heard and understood. My goal is to support your self-understanding through diagnostic assessments in a way that feels empowering, affirming, and grounded in self-compassion.

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Christina Dawn Nelson, and I’m a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD) with a telehealth practice focused on neurodivergent adults. I’m currently licensed in California, Idaho, and Hawaii, and as a digital nomad, I love the flexibility of connecting with you virtually from wherever feels most comfortable and safe for you.

Hello, and welcome! I’m Dr. Sean Leonard, and I've been practicing psychology for over 20 years in Florida and New York. My work has always centered on helping thoughtful, capable adults better understand themselves, especially when they’ve felt different, misunderstood, or out of sync with the expectations around them.My goal is to create a space where you can explore your experiences without being pathologized or pressured to “fit” a mold. Many adults come to this work later in life after years of navigating systems that didn’t quite make sense for them. I see therapy and assessment as an opportunity to make sense of your story in a way that is coherent, respectful, and empowering.

Hello! I’m Dr. Karen Cardenas, a bilingual (Spanish & English) psychologist who specializes in working with neurodiverse individuals from a wide range of mental health needs. I have been dedicated to the field of psychology since my undergraduate years and have extensive experience working with individuals from diverse racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I have always been an ally to the LGTQIA+ community, and my goal is to tailor care to each person’s needs with compassion and cultural sensitivity.

I am a licensed psychologist in New York, and Texas specializing in comprehensive autism evaluations. I have extensive experience assessing neurodevelopmental differences and am passionate about supporting adults seeking clarity and understanding about their experiences.Many adults pursue evaluation after years of feeling different or misunderstood. I approach each assessment with warmth, curiosity, and respect for your lived experience. My goal is not just to determine whether criteria are met, but to help you better understand your strengths, challenges, and the patterns that have shaped your life.I strive to make the evaluation process thoughtful, collaborative, and affirming, while providing clear answers and practical insight to help you move forward with confidence.