The Ethical Dilemma of Therapists Who Don’t Work With Autistic People - Psychology Today

Many mental health professionals avoid working with autistic individuals, a practice that is often overlooked ethically compared to excluding clients based on race or sexual orientation. This avoidance stems partly from a lack of training and evidence-based treatment modalities for autistic and intellectually disabled clients, leading therapists to feel unqualified. The article highlights this as an ethical dilemma and a social justice issue, as autistic individuals face higher mental health challenges and are frequently marginalized.

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All articles from 2 November 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.