Autism (ASD): Specialist Psychologist in Igualada and Online

I conduct a comprehensive assessment that includes clinical interviews and the use of standardized tests to identify the characteristics of the neurodivergent profile. This process is essential to understand the specific needs of the person and to design a fully personalized support plan.

My service covers all life stages. I offer early intervention for children, but also support for adolescents and adults seeking to understand their diagnosis, improve their social skills or manage anxiety in the work and personal environment.

It is not about 'curing', but about enhancing abilities and providing management tools. We work on specific goals such as cognitive flexibility, emotional self-regulation in the face of sensory overload, and strategies to improve communication and social interaction effectively.

Yes, working with the family is a key part of the intervention. Helping the environment understand how ASD works and providing guidelines for action reduces family stress and greatly favors the well-being and development of the diagnosed person.

Having a psychologist who is an expert in ASD ensures that the intervention respects neurodivergence. Unlike generalist therapy, my approach understands the particularities of sensory and social processing in autism, offering a safe space where we work on acceptance, self-esteem and mental health with strategies truly adapted to your way of functioning.

Some early warning signs include little eye contact, delayed language development, preference for playing alone, difficulty responding to their name, repetitive movements (such as hand flapping), resistance to changes in routine, and sensory hypersensitivity. It is important to remember that every child is unique and that presenting some of these signs does not necessarily mean they have autism. A professional assessment is key to obtaining an accurate diagnosis.

Yes, many people receive an ASD diagnosis in adulthood, especially women and people with a high social camouflage profile (masking). Receiving a late diagnosis can be very liberating, as it allows people to understand difficulties they have experienced for years, such as social exhaustion, sensory overstimulation, or the feeling of being different. The assessment process for adults includes an analysis of life history and specific tests.