AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER SPECIALISTS

Autism Therapists in South Miami, FL

Finding the right therapist for autism spectrum disorder in South Miami can feel overwhelming. The Mindful Network connects you with licensed professionals in the heart of southern Miami-Dade who specialize in treating autism spectrum disorder. Browse 10 providers who understand your needs and can help you take the next step toward feeling better.

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Autism-informed therapy and assessment

Therapy related to autism spans assessment, support for social and communication differences, help with anxiety or burnout, and guidance for families. Many providers take a neurodiversity-affirming approach — the goal is understanding and accommodating how an autistic person experiences the world, building on strengths, and supporting well-being, rather than changing who someone is.

Autism presents differently across individuals and ages, and many people, especially adults and women, are identified later in life. Some providers below offer formal evaluations while others focus on therapy and support; each profile describes what that provider offers, so you can find the right fit for you or your family.

Finding care in South Miami

South Miami is in the heart of southern Miami-Dade, close to Coral Gables, Kendall, and greater Miami. Therapists here often serve the surrounding communities and offer both in-person and online sessions. The providers below see clients in and around South Miami.

About these providers

This page lists 10 licensed providers in South Miami. Of these, 7 accept insurance including Out of Network Benefits; 5 offer telehealth sessions; 7 provide care in Spanish. Credentials among them include LMHC, PhD and PsyD.

Autism Therapists in South Miami

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South Miami, FL
Samantha Vaquerano
Languages: English
Services
TherapySpeech TherapyPediatric Care
Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental Disabilities +4
Samantha Vaquerano, MS, CCC-SLP, is the Clinical Director and Owner of Kids L.A.B. Therapy. A bilingual speech-language pathologist with Cuban and Salvadoran roots, she graduated from Florida International University (B.A. Psychology, honors) and Florida Atlantic University (M.A. Communication Sciences and Disorders). She previously led a team of 12+ SLPs as a clinical manager, served as a supervisor for United Way and Cerebral Palsy Association of Florida, and has been a long-standing SLP team supervisor for FIU's Summer Treatment Program since 2016. Samantha received the ASHA ACE Award in 2023 and completed the Apraxia Kids Boot Camp. Her specialties include play-based therapy, motor-speech disorders, tethered oral tissues, feeding and swallowing, and early intervention. More
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South Miami, FL
Kids L.A.B. Therapy
Languages: English
Services
TherapySpeech TherapyOccupational TherapyPediatric Care
Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental Disabilities +5
Kids L.A.B. Therapy is a premier specialty clinic serving children across Miami with more than a decade of experience. They provide bilingual speech-language pathology and occupational therapy services focusing on early intervention and family-centered care. The practice offers evaluations, therapeutic services, and specialized programs with a holistic, multidisciplinary approach. More
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South Miami, FL
Alexis Bitting
Languages: English
Services
Therapy
Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental Disabilities +12
Dr. Alexis Bitting, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology. She has specialized experience working with children, teens, and adults with social and developmental delays, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and other developmental delays. Dr. Bitting utilizes a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach when working with clients and their families. She also provides school observations and consultations to help support school-aged children. Dr. Bitting provides individual and group therapy focused on emotional, social, and behavioral issues. She has specialized experience working with anxiety including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, OCD, and Trichotillomania. She also treats individuals with depression, anger management, personality disorders, emotion regulation challenges, social skills deficits, etc. Her doctorate in Clinical Sexology provides her with specialized training in working with LGBTQ+ clients as well as providing healthy relationship and sexual education to children, teens, and adults, particularly those with social and developmental delays. Dr. Bitting has presented at many organizations locally and nationally on topics relating to dating, sexuality education, autism, anxiety, and much more. She was the keynote speaker at Baptist Health South Florida's 15th Annual Autism Spectrum Disorders Conference on the Importance of Social Skills Training for Individuals with ASD and Mental Health and Sexuality across the Autism Spectrum. Dr. Bitting is a member of the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association, the International OCD Foundation, and is a certified provider of the PEERS social skills program. She is based out of the South Miami office and facilitates our Social Understanding Group Program and PEERS groups as well as provides individual and family therapy. More
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South Miami, FL
Adelina Rivera
Languages: English
Services
Therapy
Specialties
ADHD, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder +8
Adelina Rivera, MS, is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern. She received her Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Miami (UM). During her time pursuing her degree at the University of Miami, Ms. Rivera completed her practicum and internship at Pediatric Psychology Associates, where she helped facilitate social skills groups, including the Social Understanding and Relationship Fundamentals (SURF) groups. Her populations of interest include individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety and social, behavioral, and emotional difficulties. Ms. Rivera also emphasizes the importance of psychoeducation, providing individuals and their families with valuable information and resources. Recognizing the significant impact of family dynamics on mental health, she is committed to offering support and guidance to families navigating these challenges. Ms. Rivera believes in the importance of creating a therapeutic environment that is both inclusive and culturally sensitive, recognizing that each client's background, experiences, and identity significantly shape their mental health needs and journey. She is committed to tailoring her approach to meet the unique circumstances of every individual, ensuring that services are accessible, respectful, and effective. Her goal is to empower clients from all walks of life to achieve their therapeutic goals. Ms. Rivera provides thoughtful and evidence-informed care to help individuals, and their families thrive. She co-facilitates the SURF and PEERS group programs in Miami Beach. Ms. Rivera provides services in English and Spanish, both in-person at PPA's South Miami and Miami Beach locations, as well as via telehealth. More
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South Miami, FL
Karen Rodriguez
Languages: English
Services
TherapyOccupational TherapyPediatric Care
Specialties
ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities +5
Karen Rodriguez, MS, OTR/L, is a bilingual pediatric occupational therapist and Managing Director/Owner of Kids L.A.B. Therapy. A proud Miami native with Cuban roots, she holds a B.S. in Psychology from FIU (2009) and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy (2014). Karen is nationally registered with NBCOT and has over 8 years of experience as a clinical educator mentoring OT students from master's and doctoral programs. She holds specialized certifications in Handwriting Without Tears, Sensory Integration, The Zones of Regulation, and the DIR/Floortime model. Her clinical expertise includes handwriting and fine motor development, developmental coordination disorder, dyspraxia, sensory processing challenges, visual perceptual and motor integration, ADD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. More
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South Miami, FL
Lizmar Burguera
Languages: English
Services
Neuropsychological EvaluationsPsychoeducational TestingGifted EvaluationsTherapy
Specialties
ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Difficulties +7
Dr. Lizmar Burguera is a bilingual (English and Spanish) licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychology, with over 12 years of experience in the field. She has expertise in providing neuropsychological assessments, as well as psychoeducational and gifted evaluations. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and emphasizes the importance of empathy and connection. She is dedicated to developing tailored treatment plans that honor brain-based differences and promote well-being for individuals with neurodevelopmental (ADHD, autism, learning differences), medical factors, and mood and anxiety concerns. By actively collaborating with parents, schools, and other professionals throughout the assessment process, she adopts a holistic and strengths-based approach customized to each individual's needs, helping them understand their unique strengths and abilities. Dr. Burguera completed her predoctoral internship in neuropsychology at the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital in Miami, Florida, where she provided care and consultation across Neurology and Behavioral Medicine, working alongside specialists in psychiatry, neurology, oncology, and pain management. She then completed two years of postdoctoral specialty training in neuropsychology. During her first year of fellowship, she trained at The Watson Institute and Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she gained extensive experience conducting pediatric neuropsychological evaluations. For her second year of residency, she trained at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, where she conducted neuropsychological assessments as part of an interdisciplinary team. Additionally, Dr. Burguera is trained in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), a parent-focused treatment model designed to assist children and adolescents in navigating anxiety, OCD, and related concerns. She has also served as the chair of early career practitioners for the Florida Psychological Association. Dr. Burguera currently provides services from the South Miami location, both in-office and via telehealth. Outside of her practice, Dr. Burguera enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and her dog, Luna. More
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South Miami, FL
Lauren A. Carbonell
Languages: English
Services
TherapyPsychological Testing
Specialties
ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder +14
Dr. Lauren Carbonell is a Florida Licensed Psychologist specializing in the psychological treatment of children, teens, young adults and their families. In addition, she specializes in maternal mental health services for mothers. Her compassionate style draws from a decade of clinical experience to help patients and families gain clarity around areas of concern. Dr. Carbonell believes that a strong therapeutic relationship, built on trust and connection, is the foundation for meaningful change. She weaves evidence-based approaches into the natural therapeutic process. These include a patient/child-centered focus using cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, positive behavioral strategies, collaborative problem-solving, social thinking, mindfulness, and self-compassion interventions. Her specialty encompasses treating mental health concerns, including emotional regulation challenges (or "our deep feeling kids"), anxiety (separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic, and perfectionism), and OCD-related difficulties. She also works with individuals navigating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders, behavioral and social challenges, mood concerns, and life transitions. Dr. Carbonell encourages a united approach, involving parents and working alongside other providers involved in the patient's care. In addition to therapy, Dr. Carbonell has specialized clinical experience conducting neurodevelopmental and psychoeducational evaluations (including developmental delays, suspicion of autism spectrum, attention deficit, and/or learning disorders). Dr. Carbonell has a deep respect for the emotional complexity of parenthood, and is especially passionate about helping mothers feel more steady, seen, and supported during the messy, beautiful transition into motherhood. As a mother of two herself, she knows firsthand how important it is to intervene before the overwhelm gets too loud, and she's made it her mission to offer warm, practical support through every stage of early motherhood. Whether navigating intrusive thoughts, postpartum identity shifts, or parenting guilt, she brings clinical expertise and lived experience together to support women. Dr. Carbonell is a certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist (PMH-C) who completed advanced specialty training with Postpartum Support International (PSI). Dr. Carbonell completed her dual masters and doctoral degree at Nova Southeastern University. During her graduate training, she provided individual and group therapy and evaluation services in a variety of settings, including the Mailman Center for Child Development, Henderson Behavioral Health and with our very own Pediatric Psychology Associates. She completed her APA Accredited doctoral internship training at The May Institute (specialized clinical school and rehabilitative center for individuals with developmental disabilities and brain injuries) and The National Autism Center (research and evaluation clinic of developmental disorders). Her post-doctorate residency was completed at Pediatric Psychology Associates where she continues to provide compassionate care. Dr. Carbonell previously directed and facilitated PPA's Social Understanding and Relationship Fundamentals Groups (SURF) for four years. Dr. Carbonell served as the membership and continuing education chair for the Florida Psychological Association. She is a member of Postpartum Support International (PSI). She has presented in the community on a variety of topics. She provides supervision to doctoral and master-level students. Dr. Carbonell currently provides therapy and consultative services out of the South Miami location both in-office and virtually. More
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South Miami, FL
Julia Martinez
Languages: English
Services
Therapy
Specialties
Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, Depression +8
Julia Martinez, M.S., LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and earned her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Florida International University. She completed her training at Pediatric Psychology Associates, where she co-facilitated social skills groups, consulted in a headache clinic alongside neurology providers, and provided CBT for anxiety and chronic pain. She later served as a Clinical Assessment Therapist at Kristi House, offering trauma-focused evaluations and evidence-based therapy for children and adolescents with abuse and complex trauma histories. Julia is a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. Ms. Martinez also provides services at the Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists (NCPS) multispecialty medical group practice. Ms. Martinez specializes in working with teens and young adults with anxiety, trauma, depression, and social-emotional challenges. She also works with individuals with autism and developmental disorders. Part of her practice is providing sexual education and support to teens and young adults. She offers individual therapy in-person at the South Miami office and via telehealth. More
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South Miami, FL
Raquel Concepcion
Languages: English
Services
TherapyPsychological Testing
Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Behavioral Disorders +6
Raquel F. Concepcion, Ph.D., LMHC is a licensed psychologist and bilingual therapist in English and Spanish specializing in the treatment and assessment of children. She has specialized in psychological assessment, working with children from early childhood through emerging adulthood, with a specific focus in autism spectrum disorder and psychoeducational/academic evaluations. Dr. Concepcion has been working in early prevention and intervention for social-emotional and disruptive behavioral concerns with families since receiving her license in Mental Health Counseling in 2010 and providing comprehensive evaluation since 2015. Dr. Concepcion is a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Therapist since 2017 and a PCIT Within Agency Trainer since 2018. She implements parent coaching techniques to provide parents with various evidence-based skills for building caregiver-child relationships, effective communication, and behavioral management to help parents navigate and support their children and reduce oppositional and defiant behaviors. Additionally, Dr. Concepcion is trained and worked with families in the Miami-Dade community using PCIT intervention modification for children with speech and language delays, social-communication concerns, and anxiety. Dr. Concepcion received her bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida and earned her master's degree from Florida International University in Mental Health Counseling. After working in a community setting in early childhood prevention and intervention services, she returned to academia, obtaining her master's and doctorate degrees in School Psychology from the University of Florida. She completed her clinical training with Fundamental Therapy Solutions in Gainesville, Florida and her post-doctoral training with the University of Miami's Autism Spectrum Assessment Clinic and the Mailman Center for Child Development's Parent-Child Interaction Therapy program and Parent Club initiative. Dr. Concepcion is a Miami-naïve and is enthusiastic and passionate about serving her local community. Dr. Concepcion is providing services via telehealth and in person at our South Miami location. More
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South Miami, FL
Isabel Hernandez
Languages: English
Services
Therapy
Specialties
ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders +12
Isabel Hernandez, MS, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who provides group and individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. She is a bilingual clinician, fluent in English and Spanish, and holds a Master's Degree from Florida International University (FIU). Her clinical interests include autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, ADHD, ODD, anger management, anxiety, OCD, and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs). Additionally, Ms. Hernandez has experience working with nonverbal clients and implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to teach functional communication training and reduce challenging and self-injurious behaviors in children with ASD and related disorders. Ms. Hernandez is committed to providing evidence-based treatment and has experience in various therapeutic approaches, including Social Thinking, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Ms. Hernandez facilitates the SURF and PEERS group programs in the South Miami location, providing evidence-based social skills training interventions to children and teens. In addition, she actively collaborates with schools to provide essential support to teachers and students in managing behavior, navigating social conflict, and addressing other socio-emotional needs. Ms. Hernandez works out of the South Miami location and provides individual and family support to clients with emotional regulation challenges, social skills deficits, executive functioning difficulties, and behavioral concerns. She provides services both in-person and via telehealth. More
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Frequently asked questions

Can I get an autism assessment in South Miami?: Some providers offer autism evaluations; others focus on therapy and support and can refer you for assessment. Check each provider's profile below to see which services they offer.
Do autism-informed therapists in South Miami accept insurance?: Many do. The “About these providers” section above summarizes insurance acceptance on this page, and each profile lists accepted plans.
Is online support available?: Yes. Many autism-related therapy and support services work well by secure video, and several providers here offer telehealth across Florida.

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