My name is Samantha Martin, and I am a doctoral student working with Dr. Shalini Sivathasan in the Boston College Intersections Lab. We are conducting a research study that aims to learn more about the experiences of autistic adults and non-autistic therapists in psychotherapy. Our lab, which is composed of both autistic and non-autistic researchers, is hoping to interview at least 15 autistic adult clients and 15 non-autistic psychotherapists.

Specifically, we are currently recruiting:

– Autistic individuals who are 18+ years old living in Massachusetts, and who are either currently in therapy, or have previously been in therapy, with non-autistic therapists, for at least three months.

– Non-autistic licensed psychotherapists across the United States who currently work, or who have previously worked, with autistic adult clients, for at least three months.

The study involves participants completing one study session either in-person at Boston College (Chestnut Hill, MA) or virtually (via Zoom). This involves completing a semi-structured interview and questionnaires, and will last up to 75-90 minutes. Eligible participants will receive a $25 electronic gift card for their participation.

To learn more about our inclusion/exclusion criteria, and if you are interested in participating, please complete the study interest form at the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn4YgH2CGIAw8qzyrk4JKRvQUWLj-u5Nwf_Mp5u6FXQYRc-A/viewform

Name of Organization:
Boston College

For questions, please email::
[email protected]

Study Link: 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn4YgH2CGIAw8qzyrk4JKRvQUWLj-u5Nwf_Mp5u6FXQYRc-A/viewform