ADHD Therapy: Support, Strategies, and Understanding
Need to take control of your ADHD? Start therapy today.
What Living with ADHD Feels Like
Living with ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) can feel like your mind is always racing, even when your body is still. Everyday tasks like paying bills, completing work or school assignments, or keeping track of appointments can sometimes feel overwhelming.
Common experiences include:
Difficulty focusing or staying on task
Easily getting distracted or losing track of time
Impulsivity or acting before thinking
Restlessness or hyperactivity
Frustration, stress, or low self-esteem
ADHD isn’t just being ‘scatterbrained.’ It can affect work, school, relationships, and daily life in ways that feel exhausting.
Why Seek ADHD Therapy
Therapy provides practical strategies, understanding, and emotional support, helping you:
Improve focus and attention
Develop time management and organizational skills
Break tasks into manageable steps
Reduce impulsivity and emotional overwhelm
Strengthen relationships with family, friends, and coworkers
Build self-confidence and self-compassion
For parents of children with ADHD, therapy also offers:
Behavior management strategies
Guidance on school and academic support
Help navigating social challenges
ADHD in Adulthood
ADHD often goes undiagnosed in childhood, especially in individuals who developed coping strategies or whose symptoms were overlooked. Adults may recognize ADHD when facing:
Chronic procrastination and difficulty completing projects
Feeling overwhelmed by work or home responsibilities
Trouble prioritizing, managing time, or staying organized
Restlessness or constant mental “noise”
Impulsivity in spending, decision-making, or social interactions
Anxiety, low self-esteem, or frustration over perceived underachievement
Some adults may have excelled academically or professionally despite symptoms, leading them to believe they are simply “lazy” or “disorganized.” Therapy helps adults identify ADHD patterns, understand strengths, and develop strategies to manage symptoms effectively.
Understanding ADHD from a Clinical Perspective
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder caused by differences in brain structure and neurotransmitter function, particularly in dopamine pathways. It affects attention, executive function, and emotional regulation.
Clinical understanding helps you:
Approach challenges with self-compassion
Use evidence-based strategies to thrive
Recognize why hyperfocus may occur on enjoyable tasks while everyday responsibilities feel difficult
How Therapy Helps
ADHD therapy combines skills-building with emotional support, providing tools for everyday life. Common approaches include:
Emotional Regulation Support: Managing impulses and frustration
Relationship & Social Skills Support: Improving communication and teamwork
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Planning, prioritizing, and reducing procrastination
Comprehensive ADHD Management: Can be integrated with medication and educational interventions
Through therapy, you can better understand your brain, develop practical strategies, and feel more in control
Getting Tested for ADHD
At PBA Psychology, we are experts in comprehensive assessments which include an assessment of ADHD and overall executive functioning. It is not necessary to have formal testing in order to receiving therapy aimed at ADHD, however.
Testing can help:
Confirm an ADHD diagnosis or clarify the clinical picture
Identify strengths and other challenges across cognitive, social, and emotional domains
Inform personalized therapy and support strategies
Provide documentation for educational accommodations or other arenas
Contact us for more information about psychological testing for ADHD.
Take the First Step
Whether you’re an adult, teen, or parent of a child with ADHD, therapy can help you:
Increase focus and productivity
Reduce stress and overwhelm
Strengthen relationships
Enhance overall mental health and well-being
Working with an ADHD therapist helps you feel more organized, empowered, and confident, turning daily challenges into opportunities for growth.
WE CAN HELP.
REACH OUT TODAY.
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