ADHD and ADD

  • Do you or your child struggle to focus and complete tasks, often feeling overwhelmed by daily responsibilities?
  • Are you experiencing difficulties with organization, time management, and meeting deadlines?
  • Do you find yourself or your child easily distracted, unable to stay on task, and frequently losing things?
  • Are you or your child dealing with impulsive behavior, making it hard to wait your turn or think before acting?
  • Do you or your child feel frustrated, misunderstood, and stressed due to ongoing challenges with attention and hyperactivity?

Understanding ADHD and ADD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) are issues that affect both children and adults. ADHD and ADD can significantly impact various aspects of life, including academic performance, work efficiency, relationships, and self-esteem. Common symptoms include difficulty sustaining attention, forgetfulness, disorganization, fidgeting, impulsiveness, and excessive talking.

It is essential to address ADHD and ADD because they can lead to challenges in academic and professional settings, strained relationships, and mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial in managing symptoms and improving quality of life.
Therapy for ADHD and ADD involves developing strategies to enhance focus, organization, and self-control as well as reduce the shame and stigma around these issues. It also includes addressing emotional and behavioral issues associated with these disorders. Effective treatment can help individuals with ADHD and ADD lead productive, fulfilling lives.

ADHD and ADD

Our Therapeutic Approaches

Structured cognitive and behavioral therapy techniques are used to help clients with ADHD and ADD to thrive and work with their brain, not against it. Here’s how they address client concerns:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. Our therapists use CBT to teach clients practical skills for managing time, staying organized, and improving focus. This approach also addresses the emotional challenges often associated with ADHD and ADD, such as low self-esteem and anxiety.
  • Behavioral Therapy: This approach focuses on modifying behavior through reinforcement strategies. Our therapists work with clients to establish positive behaviors, set goals, and implement reward systems to encourage desired actions. Behavioral therapy is particularly effective for children and adolescents with ADHD.
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Mindfulness practices help clients increase their awareness and focus on the present moment. Our therapists use mindfulness-based therapy to build self-awareness of the mind/body experiences in relation to the ADHD, enhance attention, reduce impulsivity, and improve emotional regulation, providing clients with tools to manage their symptoms more effectively. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy also can be used to support clients around anxiety or perfectionism that overlaps with their ADHD.
  • Parent Training and Family Therapy: For children and adolescents with ADHD, involving the family is crucial. Our therapists provide parent training to help parents manage their child’s behavior and support their development. Family therapy addresses communication and relationship dynamics, fostering a supportive environment.
  • Executive Function Coaching: This approach focuses on improving executive functions, such as planning, organization, and time management. Our therapists provide coaching to help clients develop strategies for managing tasks and responsibilities, enhancing their ability to function in academic and professional settings.
  • Ecletic approaches: Building emotional regulation and impulse control skills; reducing burnout. Exploring lifestyle changes such as modifications to sleep/movement/sensory environments. Working through shame related to their ADHD. Working towards accepting/understanding a neurodivergent brain. Navigating traditional systems like schools or the workplace that are often ableist or built on neurotypical norms. Shifting attention away from deficit thinking and understanding strengths. Finding balance in their day to align with their ADHD rather than just “pushing through”.
  • ADD and ADHD in Couples counseling: The attachment work of strengthening relationship connections around the ADHD such as discussing less masking which can increase anxiety/depression, leaning on healthy supports and/or partner; exploring the ADHD relational dynamic in marital or parent/child relationships and and reducing disconnection around it; understanding rejection sensitivity to improve sense of attachment security.

Take the First Step Towards Better Mental Health

Each of our therapists is committed to providing personalized care that respects your unique circumstances. Their extensive training and compassionate approach ensure that you receive the highest quality of professional support.
Are you ready to take control of ADHD or ADD and improve your quality of life?
Take the first step towards better focus, organization, and emotional well-being by scheduling a free consultation with an experienced team of licensed therapists. Feel free to reach out today to learn how we can help you or your child manage ADHD or ADD and achieve your full potential.