Holistic Therapy and Autism Support
I’m Sharon Kaye O’Connor, LCSW, an autistic psychotherapist in New York and the author of Healing Autistic Burnout (New Harbinger, 2026). I offer holistic psychotherapy and neuroaffirming therapy and coaching for autistic adults, plus autism training for parents, teachers and therapists. All sessions are remote: psychotherapy across New York State, and coaching and training worldwide.
Remote Support Available Worldwide
Support, Shaped Around You
Whether you’re seeking personal support or professional training, start with the path that fits your needs best.
Holistic Therapy & Coaching
One-on-one therapy and coaching, remote and across New York, grounded in a holistic, neurodiversity-affirming approach. For those navigating life transitions, anxiety, emotional struggles, burnout, grief, or a desire for a deeper understanding. For individuals seeking therapeutic support, healing, or personal growth.
A Gentle Way Forward
There’s no pressure to have everything figured out. Support begins by understanding where you are and what you need.
You’re Seeking Support
You might be feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or simply looking for clarity.
We Explore Your Needs
We take time to understand what you’re navigating and what feels most important right now.
We Find the Right Support
Together, we identify the kind of support that best fits your situation and needs.
You Move Forward
You move at your own pace, with clarity, flexibility, and ongoing support.
Hello and Welcome! I’m Sharon, Holistic Psychotherapist & Coach
I am an autistic psychotherapist and the author of Healing Autistic Burnout.
As an autistic therapist, I’ve discovered that so much of what we learned in our clinical training about autism was either incorrect or outdated. My mission is to enhance authentic understanding and support for the autistic community by providing information, training and guidance from an autistic perspective. I also support autistic adults in the areas of autistic burnout, self-discovery, and the practicals of living your best autistic life.
New book!
Author of Healing Autistic Burnout
A Neuroaffirming Guide for Connecting with Your Authentic Self, Restoring Your Energy, and Advocating for Your Needs (New Harbinger Publications)
I wrote this book to be a helpful self-care/self-help guide for autistic adults who have ever experienced autistic burnout…
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For non-autistic folks who may love, care for, or support an autistic person, this book can provide insight into our lived experiences.
Now available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.
In Their Words
Reflections from individuals and families who have worked with Sharon, shared in their own words.
“I cannot recommend having a healing session with Sharon enough. You can feel that energy truly is her primary language.”
— Healing Client (JS)
“Sharon gave me permission to listen to my nervous system and honor it.”
— Reader
“Our school has partnered with Sharon to enlist her support with some of our highest-needs neurodiverse learners. Her knowledge and expertise have helped to enhance our faculty’s ability to effectively work with these students on the autism spectrum.”
— Educator (CS)
“Her knowledge and careful attention to details have equipped our teachers with concrete tools and strategies to support our students in the classroom”
— Educator (SM)
“Sharon’s unique perspective as a mother and clinician have provided invaluable practices to support our school’s neurodiverse learners, moving beyond cookiecutter advice and delivering truly personalized pieces of feedback to support our staff in working with students on the autism spectrum..”
— Educator
“What a gift”
— JS (healing client)
“Thank you, Sharon, for playing an important role in making a positive impact on our students and families!”
— Educator (SM)
“My healing session with Sharon left me feeling peaceful, empowered, safe, and grounded! I could feel her energy gently traveling to various areas of my body and mind that needed healing, release, and balancing.”
— Healing Client (JS)
“Sharon is kind, thoughtful, and knowledgeable, and is a strong communicator. We are truly appreciative of her words of wisdom and ongoing collaboration.”
— Educator (CS)
“I felt profound relief…”
— Healing client (JS)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are you an autistic therapist?
Yes. I’m an autistic Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York and the author of Healing Autistic Burnout. I bring my lived experience to this work, after seeing that so much of what we learned in our clinical training about autism was either incorrect or outdated. A mission of mine is to further true understanding of the autistic experience, and more authentic support for folks in the autistic community.
Where do you see clients?
All my sessions are remote. I offer psychotherapy to clients anywhere in New York State, and coaching, consultation and training to anyone in the observable universe.
What do you help with?
I offer holistic psychotherapy, grief counseling, therapy for artists, spiritual life coaching and energy healing, plus autism support: therapy and coaching for autistic adults, autistic burnout recovery, parent coaching, behavior support, and autism training for teachers and therapists.
Do you take insurance?
For psychotherapy, I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (excluding Medicaid, Managed Care and Exchange plans), Aetna and Medicare, and I offer a sliding scale on a limited basis. Coaching and consultation are not psychotherapy, so I’m unable to accept insurance for them.
How do I book a session?
Fill out the contact form or email me at soconnorlcsw@gmail.com. I typically respond within 24 to 48 hours.
Not Sure Where to Start?
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If you’re unsure which type of support fits best, we can talk it through and take the next step together.