ADHD Therapy for Adults
You know the feeling. You're trying to focus on something, but your mind is racing. You can't seem to stay on task, and you're constantly getting distracted. You're starting to feel frustrated and overwhelmed.
You find it hard to focus on tasks, especially if they're boring or repetitive. You may also have trouble staying on task and following through on commitments.
You have trouble keeping track of things. Clutter makes you feel overwhelmed - but you still have trouble keeping a tidy space. It’s difficult to stay organized and on top of your responsibilities.
You often experience intense emotions and have trouble regulating them. This has led to challenges in your relationships and left you often feeling that there is a frustrating divide between you and others. You just want to feel understood and accepted.
Sometimes, you act without thinking. This has led to problems in relationships, work, finances - the list goes on.
ADHD touches every area of life - it affects not only attention and focus, but also impulse control and emotional regulation. ADHD can make it difficult to do everyday tasks, like paying attention at work, following through on commitments, and managing your time. It can also lead to feeling isolated and misunderstood.
So… is this you? Are you ready to see some changes? I can help!
MY Experience
You may be surprised to learn that there are currently no official guidelines for treating adults with ADHD. Yep! You read that correctly. This lack of guidelines can make it difficult to know where to start in therapy for adults with ADHD. But I can help!
I'm a psychologist with training and clinical expertise in ADHD. I also have personal lived experience as a neurodivergent individual. This gives me a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities of living with ADHD.
I believe that the best way to work with adult ADHD is through a collaborative approach. That means working with you to understand your individual needs and goals. Then, we'll hand-select evidence-based interventions that are tailored to you.
I'm here to help you reach your goals. Together, we can create a treatment plan that works for you.
Here's what you can expect from working with me:
A collaborative approach: We'll work together to understand your needs and goals, and then we'll develop a treatment plan that's tailored to you.
Evidence-based interventions: I'll use evidence-based interventions that have been shown to be effective in treating ADHD.
Personalized support: I'll provide you with personalized support and guidance as you work towards your goals.
Building a plan
Many people think therapy is about their therapist telling them what to do. But that is actually not the most effective way to get results. Therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to identify your needs and develop strategies that will help you reach your goals.
Yes, therapy takes work. But it's worth it. I'm here to help you identify your needs and use my experience and training to build interventions that will help you achieve your goals.
Interested in therapy for adult ADHD?
Interested in therapy for adult ADHD but not sure what it would entail? Therapy for adults with ADHD can help:
To manage symptoms: Therapy can help adults with ADHD learn coping mechanisms and strategies for managing their symptoms. This can include things like learning how to stay organized, how to break down tasks into smaller steps, and how to manage time effectively.
To improve self-esteem: ADHD can sometimes lead to low self-esteem, as adults may feel like they are not able to keep up with others or achieve their goals. Therapy can help adults with ADHD to develop a more positive self-image and to learn how to set realistic goals for themselves.
To improve relationships: ADHD can sometimes interfere with relationships, as adults may have difficulty paying attention, following through on commitments, or managing their emotions. Therapy can help adults with ADHD to learn how to improve their communication skills and to develop more effective ways of interacting with others.
To learn more about ADHD: Therapy can help adults with ADHD to learn more about their condition and how it affects their life. This can help them to understand their symptoms and to develop coping mechanisms that are tailored to their individual needs.
To get support: Therapy can provide adults with ADHD with a safe and supportive space to talk about their experiences and to get support from a qualified professional. This can be especially helpful for adults who are struggling to cope with their symptoms or who are feeling isolated.
Still wondering?
Still wondering about specifics? Here are some more examples of what may be covered in therapy for adults with ADHD:
Emotional regulation: How to manage your emotions in a healthy way.
Task management: How to break down big tasks into smaller, more manageable ones.
Time management: How to use your time effectively.
Relationship concerns: How to improve your relationships with friends, family, and colleagues.
Executive dysfunction: How to overcome challenges with planning, organizing, and following through.
NOTE: I am not currently able to provide testing services for ADHD.