ADHD Therapy
Is ADHD controlling your life?
Living with ADHD as an adult can be an adventure, full of ups and downs.
Do any of the following sound familiar?
You to stay on task or easily distracted by new ideas.
You have difficulty managing your time, meeting deadlines, and sticking to schedules.
You experience challenges with keeping spaces tidy, losing things, or managing paperwork.
You make hasty decisions, interrupting others, or acting on whims.
You struggle with intense emotions, mood swings, or feeling overwhelmed.
You’re constantly battling procrastination, and once you do start something, you’re usually starting multiple projects without finishing them.
ADHD therapy can help.
While ADHD brings unique challenges, it also offers incredible strengths. Our work together is designed to help you navigate this journey with a blend of professionalism and playfulness, turning obstacles into opportunities for growth.
Personalized Strategies: Tailored techniques to improve focus, time management, and organization.
Practical Tools: Tools and tips for managing daily tasks and staying on track.
Supportive Environment: A compassionate space to explore your unique strengths and challenges.
Creative Solutions: Innovative approaches to turning ADHD quirks into superpowers.
Empowerment: Boost your confidence and unlock your full potential.
Join me on a journey to embrace your ADHD, harness your strengths, and create a life you love. Let’s turn those challenges into stepping stones for success!
FAQs
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ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development.
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Common therapies for ADHD include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy, psychoeducation. These therapies can help manage symptoms and improve functioning (oftentimes in conjunction with ADHD medication, prescribed by your doctor), and I utilize them consistently with my clients.
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If symptoms of ADHD are causing significant difficulties in daily life, school, work, or relationships, it may be time to seek intervention, whether that’s through medication, therapy, or a combination of medication and therapy.
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Our first therapy session typically involves an assessment where I will gather information about your symptoms, medical history, and any challenges faced. I will go over any ADHD-specific assessments I send with your intake paperwork at that session, along with assessments related to commonly co-occurring issues (e.g., anxiety), so that we can create a tailored treatment plan for you.
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It really depends. The duration of therapy varies based on individual needs. Some people may benefit from a few months of therapy, while others may require longer-term support.
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Yes, absolutely! ADHD can persist into adulthood. Many adults with ADHD may have been undiagnosed as children (especially women, who frequently get misdiagnosed or their diagnosis is just missed) and can benefit from therapy and other interventions to manage their symptoms.
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Yes, ADHD often coexists with other conditions such as anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, and oppositional defiant disorder. It's important to address all coexisting conditions in therapy.
