ADHD Counselling in Dublin

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Intensive BrainBased & SpecialEducation Programs
MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D15
Enroling in intensive in-person and virtual programs in the Special Education and Developing Minds series, with a special education teacher who is the Melillo Method certified provider, a childhood neurodevelopmental specialist, education & behaviour consultant, Interactive Metronome provider, reflex therapist. The Melillo Method is a cutting edge model of identifying and remediating the neurological roots of most neurodevelopmental disorders : Autism, incl. nonverbal low functioning, ADHD, Dyslexia, Apraxia, Learning Disability, Developmental Delays, Tourette's, OCD, SPD, CAPD, Bipolar Disorder, and others.
Enroling in intensive in-person and virtual programs in the Special Education and Developing Minds series, with a special education teacher who is the Melillo Method certified provider, a childhood neurodevelopmental specialist, education & behaviour consultant, Interactive Metronome provider, reflex therapist. The Melillo Method is a cutting edge model of identifying and remediating the neurological roots of most neurodevelopmental disorders : Autism, incl. nonverbal low functioning, ADHD, Dyslexia, Apraxia, Learning Disability, Developmental Delays, Tourette's, OCD, SPD, CAPD, Bipolar Disorder, and others.
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MichaelJ/Therapy
Counsellor, APCP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
Hello! I'm Michael, a compassionate and dedicated therapist, committed to supporting individuals on their journey towards healing and personal growth. My unwavering goal is to provide a safe and empathetic space where individuals can freely explore their challenges, discovering the transformative tools and insights needed to overcome them. I specialise in working with a diverse range of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, self-esteem, and more. I firmly believe in the power of a tailored approach, recognising that each client's path is unique and deserving of personalised attention.
Hello! I'm Michael, a compassionate and dedicated therapist, committed to supporting individuals on their journey towards healing and personal growth. My unwavering goal is to provide a safe and empathetic space where individuals can freely explore their challenges, discovering the transformative tools and insights needed to overcome them. I specialise in working with a diverse range of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, self-esteem, and more. I firmly believe in the power of a tailored approach, recognising that each client's path is unique and deserving of personalised attention.
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Nicola Paul
Psychotherapist, MSc, IAHIP Assoc
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D04
I also have experience of working with ADHD and long term illness.
I am a qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist who feels privileged to work in the area of mental health. I understands the courage it takes in deciding to take that initial step to come to therapy and appreciate the time it takes to build a safe, warm, and trusting therapeutic space. I work collaboratively in a gentle and empathic way, creating a secure, safe holding environment so that the therapy can unfold at a pace that is manageable and healing for my clients. I completed a MSc in Counselling & Psychotherapy from The Dublin Counselling and Therapy Centre & was awarded a distinction Masters Degree from Northampton University.
I also have experience of working with ADHD and long term illness.
I am a qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist who feels privileged to work in the area of mental health. I understands the courage it takes in deciding to take that initial step to come to therapy and appreciate the time it takes to build a safe, warm, and trusting therapeutic space. I work collaboratively in a gentle and empathic way, creating a secure, safe holding environment so that the therapy can unfold at a pace that is manageable and healing for my clients. I completed a MSc in Counselling & Psychotherapy from The Dublin Counselling and Therapy Centre & was awarded a distinction Masters Degree from Northampton University.
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Marlena Nowak -Gnitecka
Counsellor, MA, APCP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D09
Welcome to a world of transformation, where your well-being takes center stage. I offer sessions in both Polish and English. As a culturally sensitive psychotherapist, I invite you to embark on a tailored therapeutic journey. Together, we'll explore your experiences, empowering you to overcome challenges. Imagine a version of yourself rooted in self-acceptance, understanding, and resilience. Despite the presence of bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD, we'll cultivate peace, purpose, and well-being. Let's navigate your personal growth and develop healthy coping strategies for thriving.
Welcome to a world of transformation, where your well-being takes center stage. I offer sessions in both Polish and English. As a culturally sensitive psychotherapist, I invite you to embark on a tailored therapeutic journey. Together, we'll explore your experiences, empowering you to overcome challenges. Imagine a version of yourself rooted in self-acceptance, understanding, and resilience. Despite the presence of bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD, we'll cultivate peace, purpose, and well-being. Let's navigate your personal growth and develop healthy coping strategies for thriving.
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Mícheál O'Rourke
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D14  (Online Only)
Do you have difficulties in maintaining attention, managing impulsiveness, and organizing tasks? Do you find it hard to sit still, acting without thinking, interrupting others? Or perhaps struggle with time management, following through on tasks, and maintaining focus? As a psychologist specializing in ADHD, I understand the unique challenges that you face and I'm here to help you navigate through them. I also specialize in men's well-being, which encompasses a wide range of topics, including but not limited to stress management, work-life balance, relationship dynamics, substance abuse, self-esteem, and emotional health.
Do you have difficulties in maintaining attention, managing impulsiveness, and organizing tasks? Do you find it hard to sit still, acting without thinking, interrupting others? Or perhaps struggle with time management, following through on tasks, and maintaining focus? As a psychologist specializing in ADHD, I understand the unique challenges that you face and I'm here to help you navigate through them. I also specialize in men's well-being, which encompasses a wide range of topics, including but not limited to stress management, work-life balance, relationship dynamics, substance abuse, self-esteem, and emotional health.
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Shannon Baker
Psychotherapist, MA, NAPCP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D17  (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of clients from those with anxiety to those suffering from CPTSD and childhood trauma and late diagnosed ADHD. I understand that these clients may have a wide range of historical symptoms such as anxiety, depression, addiction and self medicating.
I work with a wide range of clients from those with anxiety to those suffering from CPTSD and childhood trauma and late diagnosed ADHD. I understand that these clients may have a wide range of historical symptoms such as anxiety, depression, addiction and self medicating.
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Carolyn Duggan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin A94
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Supervisor, Psychotherapist , a Certified DBT and ACT therapist with 14 years experience . I have an excellent understanding of challenges and can help and support you to take action and find meaning , purpose and coping skills in your life. I have a special interest in working with ADHD, Autism, distress, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, EUPD:BPD, frustration and overwhelming feelings and thoughts. The aim is for you to understand yourself better, to make changes to your life that are more productive and rewarding, and to help you move towards becoming the kind of person you want to be.
I am a Supervisor, Psychotherapist , a Certified DBT and ACT therapist with 14 years experience . I have an excellent understanding of challenges and can help and support you to take action and find meaning , purpose and coping skills in your life. I have a special interest in working with ADHD, Autism, distress, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, EUPD:BPD, frustration and overwhelming feelings and thoughts. The aim is for you to understand yourself better, to make changes to your life that are more productive and rewarding, and to help you move towards becoming the kind of person you want to be.
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Collaboration Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01
I Specialise in Mental health conditions: ADHD: OCD: Claustrophobia: Bulimia: Schizophrenia etcetera, and also the essence of therapy; trauma related and high anxiety: I also do Relationship and Couples therapy. I offer an empowering experience on taking back control of your own actions, behaviours, whereby you’re thinking and feelings can literally follow in tandem. How this can define your relationship from within and follow into your relationships plural.I have a background in Radio/Journalism for mental health and videos online: First Part: Raymond Walsh 'Rationalisation over Rumination' on YouTube.
I Specialise in Mental health conditions: ADHD: OCD: Claustrophobia: Bulimia: Schizophrenia etcetera, and also the essence of therapy; trauma related and high anxiety: I also do Relationship and Couples therapy. I offer an empowering experience on taking back control of your own actions, behaviours, whereby you’re thinking and feelings can literally follow in tandem. How this can define your relationship from within and follow into your relationships plural.I have a background in Radio/Journalism for mental health and videos online: First Part: Raymond Walsh 'Rationalisation over Rumination' on YouTube.
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Dr. Andrea Pousada-Fitzpatrick
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02  (Online Only)
Pousada is experienced in helping people with a wide variety of issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety, bereavement, depression, bipolar disorder, personalities disorders, psychosomatic disorders, grief and loss, personal growth, psychosis, autism, ADHD, relationship issues, self-harm, OCD, PTSD, etc.
As a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, Dr. Pousada uses a holistic approach to explore the reasons underlying symptoms helping you to understand the issues that you are experiencing. Therefore, she practices from an integrative approach with a special focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy in combination with other techniques. Her main goal is to assist you in exploring yourself, to find your strengths to enable you to overcome difficulties, developing strategies and coping skills in order to achieve your full potential and improve your quality of life.
Pousada is experienced in helping people with a wide variety of issues, including, but not limited to: anxiety, bereavement, depression, bipolar disorder, personalities disorders, psychosomatic disorders, grief and loss, personal growth, psychosis, autism, ADHD, relationship issues, self-harm, OCD, PTSD, etc.
As a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, Dr. Pousada uses a holistic approach to explore the reasons underlying symptoms helping you to understand the issues that you are experiencing. Therefore, she practices from an integrative approach with a special focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy in combination with other techniques. Her main goal is to assist you in exploring yourself, to find your strengths to enable you to overcome difficulties, developing strategies and coping skills in order to achieve your full potential and improve your quality of life.
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Online Psychologists Dr Albert Osthoff
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
Albert is a counselling psychologist with a background in human resource management. As a psychologist, most of his work concerns the provision of counselling and psychotherapy, that is, helping people, including children and adolescents from secondary school age upwards, with issues that are troubling or distressing them, for example, stress and anxiety, depression, or low mood, relationship difficulties, loss and bereavement, bullying, anger, substance abuse and addiction and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Albert is a counselling psychologist with a background in human resource management. As a psychologist, most of his work concerns the provision of counselling and psychotherapy, that is, helping people, including children and adolescents from secondary school age upwards, with issues that are troubling or distressing them, for example, stress and anxiety, depression, or low mood, relationship difficulties, loss and bereavement, bullying, anger, substance abuse and addiction and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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Chiara Triffiletti
Psychotherapist, MSc, ICP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D04
I have experience working with children and adolescent with ASD, ADD, ADHD.
I am a fully qualified child and adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. My background is in Educational and Developmental Psychology, I am a graduate member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and a full member of the Irish Forum for Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (IFCAPP) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). I work within the psychoanalytic psychotherapy setting with children, adolescents, young adults and their parents or carers.
I have experience working with children and adolescent with ASD, ADD, ADHD.
I am a fully qualified child and adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. My background is in Educational and Developmental Psychology, I am a graduate member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and a full member of the Irish Forum for Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (IFCAPP) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). I work within the psychoanalytic psychotherapy setting with children, adolescents, young adults and their parents or carers.
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Anikó Killeen-Körös
Psychotherapist, MA, IAHIP Assoc
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
Clients have turned to me when navigating life changes, dealing with loss and relationship issues, exploring sexuality, experiencing ADHD like symptoms or engaging in self-harm.
If you are visiting this website, self-discovery and personal growth may have become your priority. You may be interested in self-development to fulfil your potential. You may struggle in certain areas of your life and think therapy may be beneficial. You may feel confused and need to have a safe space to gain clarity and tools how to manage better. You may get overwhelmed by or feel disconnected from your emotions and want to build self-awareness around it. You have been through changes or some traumatic experiences and would like to take professional support to process them. The list can continue with your story.
Clients have turned to me when navigating life changes, dealing with loss and relationship issues, exploring sexuality, experiencing ADHD like symptoms or engaging in self-harm.
If you are visiting this website, self-discovery and personal growth may have become your priority. You may be interested in self-development to fulfil your potential. You may struggle in certain areas of your life and think therapy may be beneficial. You may feel confused and need to have a safe space to gain clarity and tools how to manage better. You may get overwhelmed by or feel disconnected from your emotions and want to build self-awareness around it. You have been through changes or some traumatic experiences and would like to take professional support to process them. The list can continue with your story.
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Slawomir Dariusz Zelazek
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
In my private practice I offer diagnosis for ADHD/ASD based on specialised testing.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist in my therapy room, I meet with a full spectrum of diseases and mental disorders. The most common are generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), PTSD, ADHD/ASD and depression recognized as a serious civilization disease. People who come to me have one basic wish ... to be healthy and live a normal life.
In my private practice I offer diagnosis for ADHD/ASD based on specialised testing.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist in my therapy room, I meet with a full spectrum of diseases and mental disorders. The most common are generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), PTSD, ADHD/ASD and depression recognized as a serious civilization disease. People who come to me have one basic wish ... to be healthy and live a normal life.
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Stella Kuit
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01
I have a particular interest in neurodiversity and working with late diagnosed/late discovery Autistic and ADHD adults.
My name is Stella Kuit and I am an accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I approach my work from a collaborative person-centred stance, providing a non-judgemental space within which to explore and reflect on life experiences, goals and challenges. With a belief that every individual has the capacity to change and to live an authentic version of themselves, I apply an integrative approach which combines Humanistic, Existential and CBT perspectives.
I have a particular interest in neurodiversity and working with late diagnosed/late discovery Autistic and ADHD adults.
My name is Stella Kuit and I am an accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I approach my work from a collaborative person-centred stance, providing a non-judgemental space within which to explore and reflect on life experiences, goals and challenges. With a belief that every individual has the capacity to change and to live an authentic version of themselves, I apply an integrative approach which combines Humanistic, Existential and CBT perspectives.
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Andrew Crabbe
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D14
Andrew has training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Unified Protocol for Emotional Disorders (UP). All of Andrew’s training is underpinned by a humanistic approach which centres the client as the focus of the work. Andrew has research experience and numerous publications in the areas of impulse control, substance abuse, and effective training methods for therapists. Additionally, Andrew has extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients who may have ASD, ADHD, OCD, Dyslexia etc.
Andrew has training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Unified Protocol for Emotional Disorders (UP). All of Andrew’s training is underpinned by a humanistic approach which centres the client as the focus of the work. Andrew has research experience and numerous publications in the areas of impulse control, substance abuse, and effective training methods for therapists. Additionally, Andrew has extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients who may have ASD, ADHD, OCD, Dyslexia etc.
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Thom Sherry Psychotherapy Psychosexual Therapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D02  (Online Only)
I'm from Dublin and now live in London. I've worked as a Psychotherapist and Psychosexual Therapist in private practice, charities and the NHS in London for 16 years. I work with a range of people presenting with complex difficulties. Such as ADHD , bipolar disorder, BPD, Anxiety, Depression, relationship difficulties, sexual problems , low self esteem, self doubt , imposter syndrome and more. I'm here to help you understand the labels given by yourself and others, and how they form part of your self-belief system , which can be supportive or undermining. How this can impact relationships, career and mental health.
I'm from Dublin and now live in London. I've worked as a Psychotherapist and Psychosexual Therapist in private practice, charities and the NHS in London for 16 years. I work with a range of people presenting with complex difficulties. Such as ADHD , bipolar disorder, BPD, Anxiety, Depression, relationship difficulties, sexual problems , low self esteem, self doubt , imposter syndrome and more. I'm here to help you understand the labels given by yourself and others, and how they form part of your self-belief system , which can be supportive or undermining. How this can impact relationships, career and mental health.
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Sarah Culligan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D06  (Online Only)
I conduct psychological assessments including cognitive, forensic and medico-legal as well as adult autism and ADHD assessments.
I believe in providing a safe space for clients where they are met with compassion and nonjudgement. I feel that the client possesses the inner resources within themselves to move through difficult experiences but may need support in facilitating this process through therapy. I believe in meeting the client where they are at and I tailor my therapeutic approach depending on the client’s needs. I am particularly passionate about issues relating to sex, gender and cultural issues as well as self-development and awareness.
I conduct psychological assessments including cognitive, forensic and medico-legal as well as adult autism and ADHD assessments.
I believe in providing a safe space for clients where they are met with compassion and nonjudgement. I feel that the client possesses the inner resources within themselves to move through difficult experiences but may need support in facilitating this process through therapy. I believe in meeting the client where they are at and I tailor my therapeutic approach depending on the client’s needs. I am particularly passionate about issues relating to sex, gender and cultural issues as well as self-development and awareness.
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Mark Crummy Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to find peace in your life? Do you need a compassionate and supportive listening ear to explore your mental health difficulties? Mark has a profound interest and extensive experience in men's mental health, the LGBTQIA+ community, addiction, PTSD, Neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism) and other various mental health needs of those of all sexualities and genders. You may want to start psychotherapy to feel a sense of empowerment in your life, to allow you the freedom of living your life authentically or to learn how to manage, cope and strive through times of crisis or stress.
Are you struggling to find peace in your life? Do you need a compassionate and supportive listening ear to explore your mental health difficulties? Mark has a profound interest and extensive experience in men's mental health, the LGBTQIA+ community, addiction, PTSD, Neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism) and other various mental health needs of those of all sexualities and genders. You may want to start psychotherapy to feel a sense of empowerment in your life, to allow you the freedom of living your life authentically or to learn how to manage, cope and strive through times of crisis or stress.
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Raquel Dalcim
Psychologist, MA, MPSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D08
I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, adhd, and grief, always with a client-centred approach that prioritises collaboration and empowerment.
Hello! My name is Raquel Dalcim and I am a registered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), based in Dublin. With extensive experience in clinical practice, I have had the privilege of conducting over 1,500 consultations, providing compassionate and effective mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to determine if we would be a good fit together, and to help you decide if you want to go ahead with therapy.
I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, adhd, and grief, always with a client-centred approach that prioritises collaboration and empowerment.
Hello! My name is Raquel Dalcim and I am a registered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), based in Dublin. With extensive experience in clinical practice, I have had the privilege of conducting over 1,500 consultations, providing compassionate and effective mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to determine if we would be a good fit together, and to help you decide if you want to go ahead with therapy.
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Dublin Mind Clinic
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D08
Have you felt you wanted help or to work on personal development but did not know how? Have you felt you needed support with specific personal or life matters, or have you tried many different things before but never felt complete? At Dublin Mind Clinic, we have it all 'in-house'. With our multidisciplinary clinic design, you may avail of the services of Clinical- and Counselling-Psychology, Clinical Assessments for Teen and Adult ADHD and Autism, Psychotherapy & Counselling, Neurofeedback, Gut And Psychological Syndrome (GAPS) Nutrition, and Medical Advisory, all in the same place.
Have you felt you wanted help or to work on personal development but did not know how? Have you felt you needed support with specific personal or life matters, or have you tried many different things before but never felt complete? At Dublin Mind Clinic, we have it all 'in-house'. With our multidisciplinary clinic design, you may avail of the services of Clinical- and Counselling-Psychology, Clinical Assessments for Teen and Adult ADHD and Autism, Psychotherapy & Counselling, Neurofeedback, Gut And Psychological Syndrome (GAPS) Nutrition, and Medical Advisory, all in the same place.
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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, behavioural 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.

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.