Asperger's Syndrome

People talk to us in therapy about Asperger's Syndrome, often using therapy to talk about difficulties that arise in social interaction. For example, not knowing what might be expected from them in general social situations, finding it hard to express their feelings and not being able to make sense of other peoples intentions and feelings.

Asperger’s is located under the Autism umbrella it is increasingly being recognised as understanding improves. It is not a disease and it cannot be treated however there are frameworks that can be useful in learning to live with Aspergers.

Someone with Aspergers might be seen to find social situations difficult, place intense focus on interests, behave in repetitive ways and also be sensitive to sounds, temperature, noise or light.

Other mental health concerns that are associated with Asperger’s Syndrome include anxiety, depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Counselling and psychotherapy can offer a space for exploring the experience of Asperger’s Syndrome and examine ways for managing and alleviating symptoms. We have extensive experience of working with people who have a diagnoses of Asperger’s Syndrome.

Therapists Specialising in Asperger's Syndrome:

Nicholas Rose

Ia Tollstam

Evangelos Raptis

Elspeth Scott