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Language

English

Publication Date

5-1-2025

Journal

Journal of Health Service Psychology

DOI

10.1007/s42843-025-00129-3

PMID

41450785

PMCID

PMC12733376

PubMedCentral® Posted Date

12-25-2025

PubMedCentral® Full Text Version

Author MSS

Abstract

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is associated with challenges in areas such as social skills and behavior, with 1 in 36 children diagnosed in the U.S. Annually, over 100,000 adolescents with ASD transition to adulthood, often facing a "service cliff" where support diminishes. Group therapy can help autistic adults by enhancing social skills, executive functioning, and emotional regulation while fostering belonging and reducing isolation. Telehealth-based group therapy offers additional benefits, particularly for those with social anxiety, geographic barriers, or limited transportation. While telehealth is effective for autistic adults, practical guidelines for virtual group therapy are lacking. This article provides recommendations for conducting telehealth group therapy, incorporating insights from clinicians and an autistic self-advocate.

Keywords

Group therapy, Telehealth, Autism, Adulthood, Self-advocate

Published Open-Access

yes

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