Helping Autistic Adults and Teens Live Their Best Lives

​Autism Spectrum Counseling provides counseling to Autistic adults and teens, both formally and self-identified. Online counseling is available to teens and adults living in the state of Florida and in-person counseling is available to those residing in the Tampa Bay area.

Autism Spectrum Counseling provides neurodiversity affirmative counseling, meaning our counselors value the diversity of human brains and believe different ways of being are healthy and beautiful.


Autism Spectrum Counseling provides a variety of mental health counseling services in a space where you may be understood and free to be your authentic self.

 Through counseling, you will learn more about yourself and what you need to be your best self at work, at home, or with your family and friends. Despite challenges, you may still build a  beautiful and meaningful life.

If you’re interested in working with a mental health counselor who understands your Autistic experience, get started and please get in contact today!

About Charnell Widnall, Founder

Charnell is Autistic, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the founder of Autism Spectrum Counseling. She provides mental health counseling exclusively to Autistic adults in the state of Florida. She specializes in supporting folks who are experiencing depression, anxiety, Autistic burnout, and complex PTSD. She also offers counseling to adults who have recently realized they are Autistic (or may be Autistic)  and are looking for guidance as they process what this means in their life. Her work is trauma-informed, IFS-informed and neurodiversity affirming.