ADHD Therapists in 91205
Sebastian Katten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glendale, CA 91205 (Online Only)
As a trans and queer therapist with ADHD, my lived experiences alongside nearly 10 years of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups helps me connect to the grief that can arise from navigating a world that often feels unwelcoming.
Sometimes, simply existing is overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel lost in that struggle. If you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t resonate, I recognize how discouraging that can be. My aim is to create a space where you feel genuinely connected, respected, seen, and affirmed. I work through an anti-oppressive lens with individuals from the LGBTQIA2S+ community as they navigate identity, sexuality, relationships, and the complexities of suspected or diagnosed ADHD and/or Autism, anxiety, and trauma. Together, we’ll cultivate a greater sense of control, self-compassion, and help you feel truly at home within yourself.
As a trans and queer therapist with ADHD, my lived experiences alongside nearly 10 years of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups helps me connect to the grief that can arise from navigating a world that often feels unwelcoming.
Sometimes, simply existing is overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel lost in that struggle. If you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t resonate, I recognize how discouraging that can be. My aim is to create a space where you feel genuinely connected, respected, seen, and affirmed. I work through an anti-oppressive lens with individuals from the LGBTQIA2S+ community as they navigate identity, sexuality, relationships, and the complexities of suspected or diagnosed ADHD and/or Autism, anxiety, and trauma. Together, we’ll cultivate a greater sense of control, self-compassion, and help you feel truly at home within yourself.
Dr. Lilia Sandoval is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1992. Dr. Sandoval has worked in both Outpatient and Inpatient Clinical/Hospital settings using CBT, CPT, DBT, and NET. She has provided both long-term and short-term therapy for patients suffering from Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, Spectrum Disorders, Depression, and Grief. Her experience has also been working with adults and children in crisis and going through unexpected stages of trauma or daily life transition.
Dr. Lilia Sandoval is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1992. Dr. Sandoval has worked in both Outpatient and Inpatient Clinical/Hospital settings using CBT, CPT, DBT, and NET. She has provided both long-term and short-term therapy for patients suffering from Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, Spectrum Disorders, Depression, and Grief. Her experience has also been working with adults and children in crisis and going through unexpected stages of trauma or daily life transition.
Levon Ter-Bagdasarian, NP-BC, is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. He received his medical education at California State University, Los Angeles where he received his Master Degree in Nursing in 2002. Levon has experience in both the inpatient and outpatient environment. In addition to his inpatient practice he has a private practice in Glendale where he specializes in treating ADD/ ADHD, anxiety and panic disorders, depressive disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder. His clinical orientation is biological and psychodynamic.
Levon Ter-Bagdasarian, NP-BC, is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner. He received his medical education at California State University, Los Angeles where he received his Master Degree in Nursing in 2002. Levon has experience in both the inpatient and outpatient environment. In addition to his inpatient practice he has a private practice in Glendale where he specializes in treating ADD/ ADHD, anxiety and panic disorders, depressive disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder. His clinical orientation is biological and psychodynamic.
Cindy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who practices in the State of California. She received her Master’s in Social Work from CSU, Long Beach, and has been licensed since 2015. She provides individual psychotherapy to adults, and has experience treating: Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic/Life-Limiting Illnesses, Life Transitions, Codependency, Religious/Spiritual Abuse, LBGTQ+ issues, Women’s Issues, Older Adults, Pregnancy, Infertility, and Postpartum issues, Parenting, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Anger Management, Low Self-Esteem, and ADHD.
Cindy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who practices in the State of California. She received her Master’s in Social Work from CSU, Long Beach, and has been licensed since 2015. She provides individual psychotherapy to adults, and has experience treating: Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic/Life-Limiting Illnesses, Life Transitions, Codependency, Religious/Spiritual Abuse, LBGTQ+ issues, Women’s Issues, Older Adults, Pregnancy, Infertility, and Postpartum issues, Parenting, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Anger Management, Low Self-Esteem, and ADHD.
Welcome here. I'm Shahna Duerksen, a licensed marriage and family therapist who realizes what a big step it might have been for you to reach out for support. You're in the right place. Are you a woman 18 years and older who may struggle with being a people-pleaser, has poor boundaries, may have a pattern of putting your needs last, struggles with stress, parenting challenges, adult ADHD or later in life ADHD diagnosis, infertility, depression, anxiety, relationships, and are in need of support and of a deeper connection and understanding of yourself?
Welcome here. I'm Shahna Duerksen, a licensed marriage and family therapist who realizes what a big step it might have been for you to reach out for support. You're in the right place. Are you a woman 18 years and older who may struggle with being a people-pleaser, has poor boundaries, may have a pattern of putting your needs last, struggles with stress, parenting challenges, adult ADHD or later in life ADHD diagnosis, infertility, depression, anxiety, relationships, and are in need of support and of a deeper connection and understanding of yourself?
Dr. Steven G. Fisher is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2000. He holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Fisher utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral approach helping individuals understand the relationship between beliefs, thoughts, and feelings, and the behaviors that follow. Thereby helping the individual recognize that their perceptions of events determine how they will respond and act. Outside of work, Dr. Fisher enjoys biking, paddleboarding, healthy lifestyle, and the outdoors.
Dr. Steven G. Fisher is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2000. He holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Fisher utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral approach helping individuals understand the relationship between beliefs, thoughts, and feelings, and the behaviors that follow. Thereby helping the individual recognize that their perceptions of events determine how they will respond and act. Outside of work, Dr. Fisher enjoys biking, paddleboarding, healthy lifestyle, and the outdoors.
Ilhan Ali is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), who has been practicing since 2020. She graduated from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles with a Masters in Arts in May 2020 focus in Clinical and School Counseling. Ilhan believes in humanistic, existential and behavioral approaches to meet each individuals needs to meeting their treatment goals. Her main areas of focus include psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and trauma-focused therapy. In her spare time, Ilhan enjoys hiking, traveling, reading, painting, journaling, and spending time with family and friends.
Ilhan Ali is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), who has been practicing since 2020. She graduated from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles with a Masters in Arts in May 2020 focus in Clinical and School Counseling. Ilhan believes in humanistic, existential and behavioral approaches to meet each individuals needs to meeting their treatment goals. Her main areas of focus include psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and trauma-focused therapy. In her spare time, Ilhan enjoys hiking, traveling, reading, painting, journaling, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Valero was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, attended UCLA, Univ. of Nevada, Reno, and the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco to earn her doctorate. In addition to the specialties listed below, Dr. Valero has specialized study in depth psychology, psychodynamic therapy, Focusing, Existentialist psychotherapy, child psychology, dream interpretation, and integration of spirituality and psychotherapy.
Dr. Valero was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, attended UCLA, Univ. of Nevada, Reno, and the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco to earn her doctorate. In addition to the specialties listed below, Dr. Valero has specialized study in depth psychology, psychodynamic therapy, Focusing, Existentialist psychotherapy, child psychology, dream interpretation, and integration of spirituality and psychotherapy.
My name is Leah Carroll, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with adults, couples, families, children, and teens, and I specialize in helping clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors/transitions.
My name is Leah Carroll, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with adults, couples, families, children, and teens, and I specialize in helping clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life stressors/transitions.
If food, exercise, and body image are consuming your headspace and causing anxiety, you're looking to lose weight the right way, or are trying to manage your child’s picky eating/ARFID - this is your one-stop to finally learn what works and implement sustainable routines so you can reclaim your life back. Whether you've found yourself thinking, “I want to stop worrying about what I eat, how I look, or how I’m going to burn off calories and just find a healthy balance where I don’t overthink," or, “I want my child to eat a wider variety of foods, but I don’t know what’s causing them anxiety and discomfort,” you're in the right place.
If food, exercise, and body image are consuming your headspace and causing anxiety, you're looking to lose weight the right way, or are trying to manage your child’s picky eating/ARFID - this is your one-stop to finally learn what works and implement sustainable routines so you can reclaim your life back. Whether you've found yourself thinking, “I want to stop worrying about what I eat, how I look, or how I’m going to burn off calories and just find a healthy balance where I don’t overthink," or, “I want my child to eat a wider variety of foods, but I don’t know what’s causing them anxiety and discomfort,” you're in the right place.
I'm a licensed psychologist specialized in treating children, teens, young adults and families. I utilize play therapy for children to help them improve their emotional or social functioning. The stress of parenting can often feel overwhelming. I offer effective parenting techniques to empower parents alleviate problematic behaviors and symptoms. Change, even positive change, can be quite stressful. Speaking to a therapist can ease adjusting to the new chapter in your life. Choosing a psychologist can be a difficult decision at times. Feel free to call me with your questions, so I can help you in your decision-making process.
I'm a licensed psychologist specialized in treating children, teens, young adults and families. I utilize play therapy for children to help them improve their emotional or social functioning. The stress of parenting can often feel overwhelming. I offer effective parenting techniques to empower parents alleviate problematic behaviors and symptoms. Change, even positive change, can be quite stressful. Speaking to a therapist can ease adjusting to the new chapter in your life. Choosing a psychologist can be a difficult decision at times. Feel free to call me with your questions, so I can help you in your decision-making process.
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Erin Batali
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91205 (Online Only)
If you feel stuck in a pattern of conflict in your relationship and your fights never truly feel resolved, let’s try something new together. If you find yourself spiraling when you’re overwhelmed, and the voice in your head won’t stop criticizing you for it, we can discover how to show yourself more kindness and acceptance. Whether it’s in your relationship with your partner or your relationship with yourself, maybe you’ve been experiencing more frustration and disconnect when all you want is to feel safe and secure again. We can find our way together toward authentic, secure, and fulfilling connection.
If you feel stuck in a pattern of conflict in your relationship and your fights never truly feel resolved, let’s try something new together. If you find yourself spiraling when you’re overwhelmed, and the voice in your head won’t stop criticizing you for it, we can discover how to show yourself more kindness and acceptance. Whether it’s in your relationship with your partner or your relationship with yourself, maybe you’ve been experiencing more frustration and disconnect when all you want is to feel safe and secure again. We can find our way together toward authentic, secure, and fulfilling connection.
I work with medically ill or clients that have failed previous treatment. I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing. I use a variety of methods to include CBT, behavioral and dynamic therapies. I have a staff of licensed and prelicensed professionals available to provide services on a sliding scale. We have a variety of psychological, neuropsychological tests and measurements for all age groups. I have a specific background in treatment of health and medical problems impacting psychological and cognitive functioning. My Psychological Assistants are able to work with a variety of clients with general psychological problems under my supervision (bilingual Spanish and Farsi).
I work with medically ill or clients that have failed previous treatment. I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing. I use a variety of methods to include CBT, behavioral and dynamic therapies. I have a staff of licensed and prelicensed professionals available to provide services on a sliding scale. We have a variety of psychological, neuropsychological tests and measurements for all age groups. I have a specific background in treatment of health and medical problems impacting psychological and cognitive functioning. My Psychological Assistants are able to work with a variety of clients with general psychological problems under my supervision (bilingual Spanish and Farsi).
My name is Brooke Stewart-Hardin, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Licensed in the state of California. I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have over ten years of experience working as a Psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, issues with grief, and life transitions. I also have helped parents with children with behavioral issues.
My name is Brooke Stewart-Hardin, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Licensed in the state of California. I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have over ten years of experience working as a Psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, issues with grief, and life transitions. I also have helped parents with children with behavioral issues.
Chuck Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Glendale, CA 91205 (Online Only)
I view the role of therapy as learning to look at yourself and the world through a lens of curiosity. We'll create a space where you can sit alongside your emotions as they surface, while tuning into the wisdom of your body in real time. It's through this process that stories are unearthed and we can begin the work of self-discovery, healing, and transformation.
I view the role of therapy as learning to look at yourself and the world through a lens of curiosity. We'll create a space where you can sit alongside your emotions as they surface, while tuning into the wisdom of your body in real time. It's through this process that stories are unearthed and we can begin the work of self-discovery, healing, and transformation.
Lena S. Magardechian
Psychological Associate, MA, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91205
Anxiety and doubt has been running your life for quite a while. Whether it is your own anxiety or the anxiety of your child, it feels like there is almost never a moment that is free from worry. You want to feel less controlled by the anxiety and more in charge of your own life again. You see what the anxiety is doing to you and to your family and desperately want to make a change. You may feel completely stuck and unsure of where to turn for help. With our years of experience in working with children, adults and families, Nicole Connolly, Ph.D. and Associates can help you break free from the anxiety and reclaim your life.
Anxiety and doubt has been running your life for quite a while. Whether it is your own anxiety or the anxiety of your child, it feels like there is almost never a moment that is free from worry. You want to feel less controlled by the anxiety and more in charge of your own life again. You see what the anxiety is doing to you and to your family and desperately want to make a change. You may feel completely stuck and unsure of where to turn for help. With our years of experience in working with children, adults and families, Nicole Connolly, Ph.D. and Associates can help you break free from the anxiety and reclaim your life.
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
Alice Elizabeth Kevork
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Glendale, CA 91205 (Online Only)
Is life too much to handle and it's triggering anger? Sometimes it feels that way... Would you like to reach the goals you once set? Are you ready to know more about yourself and do thing and solve problems like you once did but somehow it feels overwhelming now? Are you ready to thrive? You are in the right place. Call the number above for a free phone consultation.
Is life too much to handle and it's triggering anger? Sometimes it feels that way... Would you like to reach the goals you once set? Are you ready to know more about yourself and do thing and solve problems like you once did but somehow it feels overwhelming now? Are you ready to thrive? You are in the right place. Call the number above for a free phone consultation.
Cara Frierson-O'Donnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glendale, CA 91205
Are you facing change? Maybe considering making changes but, feel too overwhelmed? Life changes, even those typically seen as "good", have the potential to evoke anxiety, fear, or depression. As we grow up we internalize messages from those around us and our experiences. Discovering and challenging those messages can help one learn to manage and tolerate their emotions. Together we can explore what messages are getting in your way. We can discover what is right for you and how you want to rewrite them.
Are you facing change? Maybe considering making changes but, feel too overwhelmed? Life changes, even those typically seen as "good", have the potential to evoke anxiety, fear, or depression. As we grow up we internalize messages from those around us and our experiences. Discovering and challenging those messages can help one learn to manage and tolerate their emotions. Together we can explore what messages are getting in your way. We can discover what is right for you and how you want to rewrite them.
Martha Castillo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, CA with a Marriage and Family Therapy master's degree with a specialization in Latino Family Studies. Martha believes that we all experience loss and trauma in different ways so tailoring services depending on her patients' needs is very important to make a strong connection towards processing and healing. Her approach is patient-centered and solution-focused. She provides a safe virtual space to provide comfort so her patients feel safe and heard.
Martha Castillo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has been practicing since 2010. She graduated from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, CA with a Marriage and Family Therapy master's degree with a specialization in Latino Family Studies. Martha believes that we all experience loss and trauma in different ways so tailoring services depending on her patients' needs is very important to make a strong connection towards processing and healing. Her approach is patient-centered and solution-focused. She provides a safe virtual space to provide comfort so her patients feel safe and heard.
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ADHD Therapists
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.