ADHD Therapists in Bobcaygeon, ON

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Bianca Caporusso
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Bobcaygeon, ON K0M  (Online Only)
I guide my clients living with depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, self-esteem issues and personal/relational challenges to self discovery.
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
I guide my clients living with depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, self-esteem issues and personal/relational challenges to self discovery.
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
(249) 488-2607 View (249) 488-2607
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Trauma Resolution Centre - QEEG & Neurofeedback
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bobcaygeon, ON K0M
It effectively treats anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, sleep disorders, PMS, and chronic pain.
Struggling with attention issues, mood swings, sleep problems, pain or low energy? Neurofeedback can help you regain control and improve your well-being! At the Trauma Resolution Centre, we specialize in QEEG and Neurofeedback to enhance brain health and emotional well-being. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive therapy that utilizes real-time monitoring to help individuals regulate their brain activity, leading to improved mental performance and emotional stability. Neurofeedback offers numerous benefits, being a natural, drug-free approach with personalized training tailored to each individual's unique brain activity.
It effectively treats anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, sleep disorders, PMS, and chronic pain.
Struggling with attention issues, mood swings, sleep problems, pain or low energy? Neurofeedback can help you regain control and improve your well-being! At the Trauma Resolution Centre, we specialize in QEEG and Neurofeedback to enhance brain health and emotional well-being. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive therapy that utilizes real-time monitoring to help individuals regulate their brain activity, leading to improved mental performance and emotional stability. Neurofeedback offers numerous benefits, being a natural, drug-free approach with personalized training tailored to each individual's unique brain activity.
(249) 496-3485 View (249) 496-3485
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Brock Dickson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bobcaygeon, ON K0M
Waitlist for new clients
Overwhelmed? Not where you want to be? Feeling misunderstood and alone in your struggles? Something in your past have you stuck or is limiting your future? Whatever it may be, I’d love to hear more about your situation and explore where you would like things to be. I provide a comfortable environment and work hard to restore connections to what’s most important in your life. I am highly motivated to uproot shame, guilt, and fear in people’s lives to become more free, connected, and unburdened. Beyond the use of evidence-based treatments, what I prize the most is to value you as a person and partner with you to overcome any obstacle.
Overwhelmed? Not where you want to be? Feeling misunderstood and alone in your struggles? Something in your past have you stuck or is limiting your future? Whatever it may be, I’d love to hear more about your situation and explore where you would like things to be. I provide a comfortable environment and work hard to restore connections to what’s most important in your life. I am highly motivated to uproot shame, guilt, and fear in people’s lives to become more free, connected, and unburdened. Beyond the use of evidence-based treatments, what I prize the most is to value you as a person and partner with you to overcome any obstacle.
(705) 410-7279 View (705) 410-7279
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Monica Verbosky
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bobcaygeon, ON K0M
About You: You are 21+ and you’re struggling. Maybe it's been a slow progression, or maybe your world took sudden turn and you feel stuck. It's as if your life went into syndication and all the music was stripped away. You need a comfortable and secure space to be heard and to heal. You want a therapist with a genuine interest in you. Someone who provides the kind of non-judgmental care which drove you to consider therapy in the first place. You want a therapist who sees you as an individual and intuitively endeavors to both challenge you and collaborate with you.
About You: You are 21+ and you’re struggling. Maybe it's been a slow progression, or maybe your world took sudden turn and you feel stuck. It's as if your life went into syndication and all the music was stripped away. You need a comfortable and secure space to be heard and to heal. You want a therapist with a genuine interest in you. Someone who provides the kind of non-judgmental care which drove you to consider therapy in the first place. You want a therapist who sees you as an individual and intuitively endeavors to both challenge you and collaborate with you.
(249) 488-2751 View (249) 488-2751

More Therapists Nearby

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Stacey Gudmundsson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fenelon Falls, ON K0M
I have worked with children, youth and their families for thirteen years. In the two years, I have expanded to working with adults and couples, and have completed additional training in couples and family therapy through the University of Guelph. I have experience supporting complex mental health and wellbeing issues, and am comfortable working with clients who are, or who have, experienced trauma, complex family systems issues, and life transitions (including grief and loss).
I have worked with children, youth and their families for thirteen years. In the two years, I have expanded to working with adults and couples, and have completed additional training in couples and family therapy through the University of Guelph. I have experience supporting complex mental health and wellbeing issues, and am comfortable working with clients who are, or who have, experienced trauma, complex family systems issues, and life transitions (including grief and loss).
(249) 523-4856 View (249) 523-4856
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Ann-Marie Covert
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haliburton, ON K0M  (Online Only)
Life can be really challenging sometimes. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or trauma, there is hope to heal. We can help you find meaningful ways to process your emotions, rebuild your identity, and provide safety to unresolved trauma stored in your body. Each of our Mindjoy Therapists uses a holistic approach, recognizing that trauma can impact our spirit, soul, and body.
Life can be really challenging sometimes. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or trauma, there is hope to heal. We can help you find meaningful ways to process your emotions, rebuild your identity, and provide safety to unresolved trauma stored in your body. Each of our Mindjoy Therapists uses a holistic approach, recognizing that trauma can impact our spirit, soul, and body.
(249) 444-1463 View (249) 444-1463
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Nicole Mee - Forest Lane Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Minden, ON K0M
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they may need a professional to talk to. At Forest Lane Counselling we have therapists who provide a safe, confidential and empathetic space to help you work through your situations and come out feeling supported, understood, heard and validated with the skills to take on the day. Therapy looks very different to each individual. Each age and stage can benefit from counselling and our experience working with individual adults, couples, children, youth, and families in a therapeutic setting can benefit you and/or your family.
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they may need a professional to talk to. At Forest Lane Counselling we have therapists who provide a safe, confidential and empathetic space to help you work through your situations and come out feeling supported, understood, heard and validated with the skills to take on the day. Therapy looks very different to each individual. Each age and stage can benefit from counselling and our experience working with individual adults, couples, children, youth, and families in a therapeutic setting can benefit you and/or your family.
(705) 809-5285 View (705) 809-5285
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Beyond The Woods Counselling (Meaghan Varty)
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minden, ON K0M
As a therapist, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic space where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual, drawing upon evidence-based practices to provide effective and personalized treatment. My goal is to support my clients in developing coping strategies, enhancing self-awareness, and fostering positive change in their lives.
As a therapist, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic space where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual, drawing upon evidence-based practices to provide effective and personalized treatment. My goal is to support my clients in developing coping strategies, enhancing self-awareness, and fostering positive change in their lives.
(289) 273-9476 View (289) 273-9476
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Jennifer Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minden, ON K0M  (Online Only)
If you are struggling, feel like you're failing or just need help getting through the day to day, I can help. I help people get from where they are to where they want to be using a variety of person-centred methods. By meeting my clients right where they are and helping them create THEIR plan, I help to make what seems impossible, possible.
If you are struggling, feel like you're failing or just need help getting through the day to day, I can help. I help people get from where they are to where they want to be using a variety of person-centred methods. By meeting my clients right where they are and helping them create THEIR plan, I help to make what seems impossible, possible.
(249) 802-7763 View (249) 802-7763

Online Therapists

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ADHD Therapy for Kids & Adults - Marina Galeno
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5H
Accepting new clients! - Having navigated the challenges of ADHD myself, I truly understand how crucial it is to have someone you can connect with genuinely. Life, with its whirlwind of distractions and overwhelming moments, can be even more complex when ADHD is in the mix. Whether you're dealing with daily struggles specific to ADHD or bigger life events, I've got your back. Let's collaborate and transform these challenges into stepping stones. Together, we can build a path towards a more focused, peaceful, and empowered life. Remember, you're not in this journey alone.
Accepting new clients! - Having navigated the challenges of ADHD myself, I truly understand how crucial it is to have someone you can connect with genuinely. Life, with its whirlwind of distractions and overwhelming moments, can be even more complex when ADHD is in the mix. Whether you're dealing with daily struggles specific to ADHD or bigger life events, I've got your back. Let's collaborate and transform these challenges into stepping stones. Together, we can build a path towards a more focused, peaceful, and empowered life. Remember, you're not in this journey alone.
(343) 342-1237 View (343) 342-1237
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Miranda Tong
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
I am calm, non-judgemental and a skillful clinical social worker of extensive mental health knowledge and working experiences with individual and couple of diverse ethnic and cultural background. I have exceptional passion in working with people who experience and struggle with emotional and life adjustment difficulties, personal and relationship tension, poor school/occupational performance and behavioral challenge due to anxiety, depression, borderline personality traits, anger issue, loss/grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, ADHD, and chronic pain post motor vehicle accident.
I am calm, non-judgemental and a skillful clinical social worker of extensive mental health knowledge and working experiences with individual and couple of diverse ethnic and cultural background. I have exceptional passion in working with people who experience and struggle with emotional and life adjustment difficulties, personal and relationship tension, poor school/occupational performance and behavioral challenge due to anxiety, depression, borderline personality traits, anger issue, loss/grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, ADHD, and chronic pain post motor vehicle accident.
(647) 558-9812 View (647) 558-9812
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Alexandra Postings
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
Georgina, ON L4P  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you struggling with ADHD, body image, anxiety or depression? Are you starting new life changes and unsure what to do? Do you need help navigating relationships or a breakup? Maybe you feel like you need someone to talk to. I want you to know that you don’t have to go through this alone. I work with teens (14+) and adults who are concerned about their self-esteem, relationships, anxiety, depression, body image, etc., and I work with neurodivergent folks.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you struggling with ADHD, body image, anxiety or depression? Are you starting new life changes and unsure what to do? Do you need help navigating relationships or a breakup? Maybe you feel like you need someone to talk to. I want you to know that you don’t have to go through this alone. I work with teens (14+) and adults who are concerned about their self-esteem, relationships, anxiety, depression, body image, etc., and I work with neurodivergent folks.
(365) 297-1696 x2 View (365) 297-1696 x2
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Megan Garvey
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Anxiety/Stress, ADHD, Child/Parenting, Emotion Regulation- Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and exhausted, and it's starting to take a toll on your parenting, work, relationships, and personal life. Your emotions are becoming harder to "control" and you feel like you're breaking down. Life is starting to feel daunting & hopeless and you're unsure how to get out of this rut, possibly turning to unhealthy coping methods. If this sounds like you, I'm here to help you overcome the emotional burnout and start making positive changes towards the person, parent, and partner you want to be.
Anxiety/Stress, ADHD, Child/Parenting, Emotion Regulation- Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and exhausted, and it's starting to take a toll on your parenting, work, relationships, and personal life. Your emotions are becoming harder to "control" and you feel like you're breaking down. Life is starting to feel daunting & hopeless and you're unsure how to get out of this rut, possibly turning to unhealthy coping methods. If this sounds like you, I'm here to help you overcome the emotional burnout and start making positive changes towards the person, parent, and partner you want to be.
(249) 444-0419 View (249) 444-0419
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Alanna Streiman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6R  (Online Only)
Whether you’ve been diagnosed or suspect you have ADHD, I can help you create a healthy relationship with time management, realistic routines, sustainable relationships, and intense emotions.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive landing space for my clients amongst their busy weeks. I know that a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy and I connect with my clients by taking a realistic, personable, and collaborative approach to therapy. I work with clients struggling with anxiety and ADHD. I provide effective strategies to reduce anxiety symptoms by getting to the root of the intrusive thoughts, encouraging you to separate them from grounded thinking, and offering coping strategies that bring your anxiety down. My goal is to help you free up mental space that the anxiety is filling!
Whether you’ve been diagnosed or suspect you have ADHD, I can help you create a healthy relationship with time management, realistic routines, sustainable relationships, and intense emotions.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive landing space for my clients amongst their busy weeks. I know that a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy and I connect with my clients by taking a realistic, personable, and collaborative approach to therapy. I work with clients struggling with anxiety and ADHD. I provide effective strategies to reduce anxiety symptoms by getting to the root of the intrusive thoughts, encouraging you to separate them from grounded thinking, and offering coping strategies that bring your anxiety down. My goal is to help you free up mental space that the anxiety is filling!
(437) 371-5854 View (437) 371-5854
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Sheena Chater
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, CYW
Verified Verified
Tottenham, ON L0G
Welcome! I come with over 17 years experience working with children, youth and their families with various needs and struggles. This experience has been with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, avoidance, emotional difficulties, and current life challenges. I also have expertise working with children who may be experiencing behavioural disturbances, anger management, various diagnoses, including ADHD and communication within the family. I truly appreciate the time that each client gives to share their story and the openness that they present.
Welcome! I come with over 17 years experience working with children, youth and their families with various needs and struggles. This experience has been with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, avoidance, emotional difficulties, and current life challenges. I also have expertise working with children who may be experiencing behavioural disturbances, anger management, various diagnoses, including ADHD and communication within the family. I truly appreciate the time that each client gives to share their story and the openness that they present.
(888) 340-4325 View (888) 340-4325
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Kevin Reinhardt PsychologyService.ca
Psychologist, MA, CPsych
Verified Verified
Newmarket, ON L3Y
Our specialty is ASD, LD, ADHD/Executive function, & accompanying psycho-social issues assessment/diagnosis/treatment.
You are an older teen, an adult, a man or woman, a family or couple interested in Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Learning Disability (LD), Executive functioning/ADHD, and accompanying depression, anxiety, and psycho-social issues. You are looking for Assessment and Diagnosis to help you access appropriate treatment or accommodations at school or at work and to make appropriate life plans or changes in your life. Social skills, friendships/relationships and communication may be an issue and you would like to understand your issues and learn how to change your thinking and have more successful behavior in these areas.
Our specialty is ASD, LD, ADHD/Executive function, & accompanying psycho-social issues assessment/diagnosis/treatment.
You are an older teen, an adult, a man or woman, a family or couple interested in Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Learning Disability (LD), Executive functioning/ADHD, and accompanying depression, anxiety, and psycho-social issues. You are looking for Assessment and Diagnosis to help you access appropriate treatment or accommodations at school or at work and to make appropriate life plans or changes in your life. Social skills, friendships/relationships and communication may be an issue and you would like to understand your issues and learn how to change your thinking and have more successful behavior in these areas.
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Monica Kim-Taylor
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BSc
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Markham, ON L6E
Is anxiety and depression taking over your life? Do you have low self-esteem, relationship struggles, past traumas or difficulties related to ADHD, then you are not alone. I have experience working with clients in these areas and personal experience. I am passionate about supporting those who face the unique challenges of being raised and expectations from Asian cultures that have a unique influence on how we perceive ourselves and how we see the world around us.
Is anxiety and depression taking over your life? Do you have low self-esteem, relationship struggles, past traumas or difficulties related to ADHD, then you are not alone. I have experience working with clients in these areas and personal experience. I am passionate about supporting those who face the unique challenges of being raised and expectations from Asian cultures that have a unique influence on how we perceive ourselves and how we see the world around us.
(289) 301-9730 View (289) 301-9730
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Carla Barbosa
Registered Social Worker, MSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5A  (Online Only)
Some of my areas of expertise are sexual orientation and gender identity investigations, coping strategies for depression and anxiety, and late diagnosis of neurodivergence (ASD, gifted, ADHD).
Life can be messy, random, and stressful. Yet, it can be breathtaking, fulfilling, and remarkable. The unpredictability of our human experiences can make our lives unravel and destabilize. My great passion is to create space for people who are overwhelmed by life and help them find their way to safety and wellness. I am a queer, cisgender, woman and I have experienced episodes of mental unwellness myself. My personal experiences allow me to connect with others from a place of empathy and profound respect for their strengths.
Some of my areas of expertise are sexual orientation and gender identity investigations, coping strategies for depression and anxiety, and late diagnosis of neurodivergence (ASD, gifted, ADHD).
Life can be messy, random, and stressful. Yet, it can be breathtaking, fulfilling, and remarkable. The unpredictability of our human experiences can make our lives unravel and destabilize. My great passion is to create space for people who are overwhelmed by life and help them find their way to safety and wellness. I am a queer, cisgender, woman and I have experienced episodes of mental unwellness myself. My personal experiences allow me to connect with others from a place of empathy and profound respect for their strengths.
(365) 398-5083 View (365) 398-5083
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First Step Men's Therapy (No Waitlist)
Registered Social Worker, RSW, Hons BA, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2N  (Online Only)
My specialities include: ADHD, anxiety, sports performance, autism, depression, grief, divorce, infidelity, career guidance, behavioural issues, men's issues, parenting, stress, insomnia, life coaching, addiction, chronic pain, and substance use.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming! The men I see feel stuck, lost, powerless, distracted, disconnected, or broken. Men often struggle with their mental health without seeking help for far too long. I work with men from all walks of life who struggle with managing ADHD and other neurodivergent challenges, career and life transitions, sports performance anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and addiction. In each of these instances, my aim is to help provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic setting for you to learn more about yourself and find healing. Book a free 20-minute consultation by clicking the "website" button now.
My specialities include: ADHD, anxiety, sports performance, autism, depression, grief, divorce, infidelity, career guidance, behavioural issues, men's issues, parenting, stress, insomnia, life coaching, addiction, chronic pain, and substance use.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming! The men I see feel stuck, lost, powerless, distracted, disconnected, or broken. Men often struggle with their mental health without seeking help for far too long. I work with men from all walks of life who struggle with managing ADHD and other neurodivergent challenges, career and life transitions, sports performance anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and addiction. In each of these instances, my aim is to help provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic setting for you to learn more about yourself and find healing. Book a free 20-minute consultation by clicking the "website" button now.
(289) 278-9425 View (289) 278-9425
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FLEX Psychoeducational Clinic
Psychologist, CPsych, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
Our specialized assessment team has supported thousands of students with Learning Disabilities, ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Giftedness, and a variety of commonly co-occurring emotional and behavioural concerns (e.
Members of FLEX Psychology's Psychoeducational Clinic have been supporting learners for over 15 years and have become one of the most referred to clinics in Ontario by independent schools and allied health professionals. FLEX assessments integrate a full range of psychoeducational testing and a thorough examination of your and your child's social and emotional well being. We look at the whole learner, focusing not only on identifying areas of concern, but better understanding a learners strengths. By focusing on a strengths based approach, we can help build an approach to learning that can move all students forward.
Our specialized assessment team has supported thousands of students with Learning Disabilities, ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Giftedness, and a variety of commonly co-occurring emotional and behavioural concerns (e.
Members of FLEX Psychology's Psychoeducational Clinic have been supporting learners for over 15 years and have become one of the most referred to clinics in Ontario by independent schools and allied health professionals. FLEX assessments integrate a full range of psychoeducational testing and a thorough examination of your and your child's social and emotional well being. We look at the whole learner, focusing not only on identifying areas of concern, but better understanding a learners strengths. By focusing on a strengths based approach, we can help build an approach to learning that can move all students forward.
(289) 809-6186 View (289) 809-6186
ADHD Counsellors

When should I seek treatment for ADHD?

You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.

How does treatment for ADHD work?

Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.

Are there specific medications for ADHD?

Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.

How long does treatment for ADHD take?

It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.