About Our Mental Health Services
Working daily with individuals with ASD through AuSM's office, our therapists are in the best possible position to stay up-to-date with research and progress in the medical and developmental research communities. Creative and appropriate intervention often reduces the need for managing difficult behavior. It can increase social skills, communication and choice-making abilities, promoting more independence. Training by hands-on professionals eliminates unnecessary guess work and makes use of the most up-to-date strategies. With training, family members, staff and those with ASD can feel successful in their everyday lives.
 download the mental health services brochure (PDF)
What we provide
Diagnostic and functional assessments, which include a written report
Individual, family, couple and group therapy
Training for schools, employers, group home staff and other service providers
Support groups for adults with ASD, family members and spouses
Mental Health Staff
 Director of Mental Health Services: Dr. Barbara Luskin, PhD, LP, is a licensed psychologist who has worked closely with children and adults with ASD for more than 30 years in professional and home settings. She specializes in providing both assessments and counseling to individuals with ASD and those who support them. Services include diagnostic and functional assessments, individual therapy for adults and adolescents, training and consultation for caregivers; helping them to understand ASD, teaching them creative and effective interventions, helping them evaluate progress and providing guidance when adjustments are needed.
Associate Therapists:
 Meg Williams, MA, LAMFT, is a licensed associate marriage and family therapist who has worked with individuals with ASD for over 10 years. Her services include individual, couple, family and group therapy and diagnostic assessments. She specializes in working with adolescents, adults, couples (one or both partners with ASD) and families and is certified in Prepare/Enrich. Williams also teaches socials skills classes, facilitates support groups for adults with ASD, spouses and family members. She uses a holistic, strength-based approach offering hope, understanding, growth and encouragement.
 Tamara Phillips, MA, has over 20 years experience in counseling, behavior analysis, early childhood and special education. She specializes in working with children living with ASD and understands the unique challenges and needs of parents, siblings and caregivers. She works with individuals, couples, families and groups. Her services include play therapy, social skills training, family and marriage counseling, advocacy and diagnostic assessments. Additionally Phillips facilitates a support group for parents. She uses an integrated approach offering knowledge, compassion, direction and hope.
How do I make an appointment?
To inquire about our services or to schedule an appointment please contact Jane Hubbard at 651.647.1083 x10 or at jhubbard@ausm.org.
We use an outside insurance billing service. Prior to making an appointment, please contact them to make sure your visit will be covered. Call Professional Service Consultants at 651.738.8561.
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