ADHD Therapy

Is ADHD Running Your Life?

Is maintaining concentration on long-term projects or detailed work difficult for you?
Do you experience trouble planning your day, sticking to a schedule, or keeping your life organized?
Is sitting still for extended periods uncomfortable, or do you feel a constant need to move?
Do you tend to make decisions quickly without fully weighing the potential outcomes?
Do you find it hard to stay engaged or process information when others are speaking to you?
Does it feel like periods to time fly by?

Most people do not know how exhausting, overwhelming, and frustrating it can be to constantly be fighting against your mind and body. As someone who has ADHD, I understand that its not about trying harder. It is about getting the right support and systems in place to help you function and thrive.

Can Therapy for ADHD Help Me?

Therapy for ADHD can help you navigate the many complexities and challenges that come with ADHD. Psychotherapy offers a structured and supportive environment that can help you learn effective coping strategies and develop essential executive functioning skills, such as time management, organization, and emotional regulation.

Therapy sessions are tailored for your unique needs and will you target you goals, whether they involve sustaining attention, managing impulsivity, or navigating relationship dynamics. Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, you will gain a deeper understanding of your symptoms and acquire evidence-based strategies to enhance your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

What do the Symptoms of ADHD Typically Look Like?

ADHD can manifest in different ways, and the symptoms can vary from person to person.

Inattention: Challenges with sustained focus, often resulting in unfinished tasks, misplaced items, or a feeling of being disorganized amidst daily responsibilities.
Hyperactivity: A persistent sense of internal or physical restlessness, which may manifest as fidgeting, an inability to relax, or difficulty engaging in quiet activities.
Impulsivity: A tendency to act on immediate urges without reviewing the consequences, such as interrupting conversations, overspending, or making hasty life decisions.
Emotional Regulation: Difficulty modulating emotional responses, leading to intense frustration, rapid mood shifts, or feeling easily overwhelmed by stress.

As Someone With ADHD, I Get It

As someone with ADHD, I understand what it is like to feel like ADHD controls your life. Together, we can help you understand your ADHD while developing tools, systems, and techniques to manage it better. Our sessions can bring calm back into your life and allow you to return to the things that are truly important to you.

How Personalized ADHD Therapy Works

Personalized therapy begins with understanding your unique experiences and goals. Through tailored sessions, we use techniques to address your challenges, foster growth.

Initial Assessment

The process begins with an in-depth conversation to understand your challenges, goals, and personal history. This helps us create a clear roadmap for your therapy journey.

Tailored Approach

The process involves finding the unique approach that works for you. We will explore what has and has not worked for you in the past, and meet you where you are at right now.

Collaborative Sessions

This is where we will work together to examine what has and has not been working for you. We will have conversations and adapt our approach based on how things are going. I will ask you for feedback often and explore how we can better meet your therapeutic needs.

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How Can You Manage Your ADHD

Create a Routine: Creating a consistent daily schedule provides a framework of predictability, significantly reducing decision fatigue and cognitive load.
Use Visual Reminders: Relying solely on mental tracking can be exhausting. Utilize calendars, planners, and digital notifications to keep appointments and to-dos visible and top-of-mind.
Break Tasks into Manageable Steps: Overwhelm often leads to procrastination. Breaking large projects into micro-steps makes them approachable and provides frequent opportunities for success.
Limit Distractions: Design a workspace that supports focus. This might involve clearing visual clutter, using noise-canceling tools, or setting strict boundaries around digital interruptions.
Cultivate Mindfulness: Practices like deep breathing and meditation train the brain to return to the present moment, enhancing emotional regulation and reducing stress.
Stay Active: Regular physical activity like walking, yoga, and sports acts as a natural reset for the brain, boosting dopamine levels to improve mood and cognitive clarity.
Get Sufficient Sleep: Quality rest is foundational for executive and overall functioning. Aim for a consistent sleep-wake cycle and a calming pre-sleep routine to recharge your brain.
Seek Support: You do not have to navigate neurodivergence alone. A therapist specializing in ADHD can provide tailored strategies, accountability, and a non-judgmental space to grow.

ADHD Therapy can help you to:

Therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings, overcome challenges, and achieve personal growth. It will help you to…

Improve Your Emotional Regulation: Therapy provides the tools to identify and navigate complex emotions. By learning to pause and process rather than react impulsively, you can develop greater self-control and maintain stability during stressful situations.
Improve Your Focus: Using evidence-based interventions like CBT and ACT, we work to strengthen your ability to sustain attention. You will learn practical methods to minimize distractions and increase your capacity for deep work and productivity.
Better Manage Your Time: We go beyond simple to-do lists to address executive functioning gaps. You will develop personalized strategies for prioritization and organization, empowering you to build effective daily routines that actually stick.
Strengthen Relationships: ADHD can often lead to misunderstandings or feelings of disconnection. We focus on building active listening skills and clear communication strategies, helping you stay present with loved ones and helping them understand how your mind works.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mental Health Therapy, and How Can it Help Me?

Therapy is a collaborative process where you work with a professional to understand your emotions, patterns, and behaviors. It provides you with a safe space to develop practical coping strategies, improve your relationships, and gain clarity on personal challenges.

Is Therapy Effective Virtually?

Yes. Services delivered via phone or video have been shown to be just as effective as face-to-face treatment with added benefits, from being able to do sessions from the comfort of your own home.

Additional benefits of virtual treatment may include:

Saving money and time from not having to travel (or worry about parking)
Increased anonymity
Good option for remote areas where access to treatment might be limited
Increased accessibility for people with mobility challenges
More convenient overall

What should I expect in my first session?

Our first meeting is an initial assessment where we discuss your history, current concerns, and goals for therapy. It is also an opportunity for us to see if we are a good fit and for you to ask any questions about how I work.

Will therapy be covered by my insurance?

Many extended health benefit plans cover services provided by Registered Psychotherapists. I recommend contacting your insurance provider to confirm your specific coverage details and any annual limits.

How long does therapy usually take?

The duration of therapy varies depending on your unique needs and the complexity of the goals you wish to achieve. Most clients find some relief after a few sessions, with most seeing results in a few months of focused work, while others prefer ongoing support for deeper personal growth.

What is your cancellation policy?

We have a 48 hour cancellation policy. Each appointment is booked specifically for you. The full fee is charged for no shows/cancellations with less than 24 hours notice, and 50% of the fee is charged for cancellations between 24-48 hours notice.