ADHD Therapists in Pleasanton, CA
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I specialize in treating anxiety, eating disorders, ADD, and marital therapy.
Has the life you are living become overwhelming or filled with worries? Are you struggling to balance work, family, or relationship or life issues? Perhaps your child is facing their own burdens at school or at home, and you know they are not thriving. Then this is the time to reach out and accept help for you or your child. In a warm, caring, safe environment, we can explore ways to find solutions to the stress you are experiencing. My 25 years of experience in helping adults, families and children reclaim joy will help you heal as well.
I specialize in treating anxiety, eating disorders, ADD, and marital therapy.
Has the life you are living become overwhelming or filled with worries? Are you struggling to balance work, family, or relationship or life issues? Perhaps your child is facing their own burdens at school or at home, and you know they are not thriving. Then this is the time to reach out and accept help for you or your child. In a warm, caring, safe environment, we can explore ways to find solutions to the stress you are experiencing. My 25 years of experience in helping adults, families and children reclaim joy will help you heal as well.
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Dr. Christine E. Dickson: Board Certified Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
By combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness, I help my clients develop a greater sense of self-awareness as well as manage symptoms of anxiety, irritability/anger, depression, panic attacks, racing or worried thoughts, PTSD, ADHD, eating disorders, insomnia, relationship conflict, substance abuse, and self-injurious behavior.
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I invite you to explore the transformative power of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. I've seen firsthand how this approach helps my clients rewire old patterns of thinking/behavior, and learn to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience. In addition, nearly 30,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach to healing and recovery. Visit christinedickson.com for more information.
By combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness, I help my clients develop a greater sense of self-awareness as well as manage symptoms of anxiety, irritability/anger, depression, panic attacks, racing or worried thoughts, PTSD, ADHD, eating disorders, insomnia, relationship conflict, substance abuse, and self-injurious behavior.
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I invite you to explore the transformative power of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. I've seen firsthand how this approach helps my clients rewire old patterns of thinking/behavior, and learn to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience. In addition, nearly 30,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach to healing and recovery. Visit christinedickson.com for more information.
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Dr. Kan Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, LMHC, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
I provide psychological, psychoeducational, and neuropsychological evaluations to children and adults in English, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Most clients seek evaluations due to inattention (ADHD), mood disorders, anxiety, learning difficulties, social communication differences (ASD), and challenges at work, school, or home. I emphasize the impact of sociocultural factors on the examinee's symptoms, experiences, and functioning. An evaluation aims to clarify the diagnosis and offer recommendations to improve one's functioning. I also offer immigration-related (including N-648) and independent education evaluations (IEEs).
I provide psychological, psychoeducational, and neuropsychological evaluations to children and adults in English, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Most clients seek evaluations due to inattention (ADHD), mood disorders, anxiety, learning difficulties, social communication differences (ASD), and challenges at work, school, or home. I emphasize the impact of sociocultural factors on the examinee's symptoms, experiences, and functioning. An evaluation aims to clarify the diagnosis and offer recommendations to improve one's functioning. I also offer immigration-related (including N-648) and independent education evaluations (IEEs).
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My passion is working with children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, neuroimmune disorders, and sensory processing disorders within the field of Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy and Animal-Assisted Therapy. I have 12 years of experience working with children and their families offering collaborative therapy. In conjunction to equine-facilitated psychotherapy, I work from an attachment-based model, blended with polyvagal theory, creative expressive art, and sensory integration therapy. Within my practice I focus on not only working with the child, but also their family to cultivate growth, change, and well-being.
My passion is working with children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, neuroimmune disorders, and sensory processing disorders within the field of Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy and Animal-Assisted Therapy. I have 12 years of experience working with children and their families offering collaborative therapy. In conjunction to equine-facilitated psychotherapy, I work from an attachment-based model, blended with polyvagal theory, creative expressive art, and sensory integration therapy. Within my practice I focus on not only working with the child, but also their family to cultivate growth, change, and well-being.
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DiFabio practice is focused on psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment (ADHD, Learning disorders, Dyslexia, ASD, etc.
Dr. DiFabio is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Merit Psychology Group, A Professional Psychology Corporation. Dr. DiFabio conducts psychological, psychoeducational and learning disorder assessments. More specifically she completes assessment of personality, ADHD, ASD, learning disorders, and cognitive issues in children, teens, and adults. Dr. DiFabio also provides second opinions related to previous diagnoses. And, Dr. DiFabio performs forensic assessment with medico-legal questions (ex. Competency, VAWA).
DiFabio practice is focused on psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment (ADHD, Learning disorders, Dyslexia, ASD, etc.
Dr. DiFabio is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Merit Psychology Group, A Professional Psychology Corporation. Dr. DiFabio conducts psychological, psychoeducational and learning disorder assessments. More specifically she completes assessment of personality, ADHD, ASD, learning disorders, and cognitive issues in children, teens, and adults. Dr. DiFabio also provides second opinions related to previous diagnoses. And, Dr. DiFabio performs forensic assessment with medico-legal questions (ex. Competency, VAWA).
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Brain Wellness Center
Psychologist, PhD, BCIA, ABPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE BEFORE CONTACTING ME. I offer non-medication-based options such as neurofeedback to address issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism. I am a licensed psychologist with specializations in scientifically based assessments such as qEEG Brain Mapping and non-medication based solutions such as neurofeedback, tDCS, TMS, and Auditory Integration Training. I am part of a multidisciplinary group and we treat children, adolescents, and adults. Please visit our website https://brain123.com to better understand what we do before calling.
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE BEFORE CONTACTING ME. I offer non-medication-based options such as neurofeedback to address issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism. I am a licensed psychologist with specializations in scientifically based assessments such as qEEG Brain Mapping and non-medication based solutions such as neurofeedback, tDCS, TMS, and Auditory Integration Training. I am part of a multidisciplinary group and we treat children, adolescents, and adults. Please visit our website https://brain123.com to better understand what we do before calling.
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I have extensive experience working with kids, adolescents, and young adults dealing with ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, environmental, family, and social stressors .
Are you tired of long term therapy? Week after week and no results. Due to my engineering background I am very solution focused in my approach as a psychologist as well as a life coach. I work closely with individuals to identify their areas of strengths and use those to target their challenges. This time limited approach will help my clients reach their goals in a very reasonable time line.
I have extensive experience working with kids, adolescents, and young adults dealing with ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, environmental, family, and social stressors .
Are you tired of long term therapy? Week after week and no results. Due to my engineering background I am very solution focused in my approach as a psychologist as well as a life coach. I work closely with individuals to identify their areas of strengths and use those to target their challenges. This time limited approach will help my clients reach their goals in a very reasonable time line.
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Hello, I'm Andrea Martel, an LCSW with over 25 years of experience with individuals with various challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and relationship issues. I also counsel clients who are LGBTQIA+, have parenting issues, infertility and postpartum depression, and have substance abuse issues. My training and skills are in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, and Client-centered modalities. I feel the relationship with your counselor is paramount, and I want you to feel safe. I will meet you where you are and help you through your journey.
Hello, I'm Andrea Martel, an LCSW with over 25 years of experience with individuals with various challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and relationship issues. I also counsel clients who are LGBTQIA+, have parenting issues, infertility and postpartum depression, and have substance abuse issues. My training and skills are in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, and Client-centered modalities. I feel the relationship with your counselor is paramount, and I want you to feel safe. I will meet you where you are and help you through your journey.
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Parenting a teenager is challenging enough. Parenting a teen who has symptoms or has been diagnosed with ADHD adds an additional level of difficulty. There are academic and social pressures and expectations that do not match with your teenager's abilities or emotional maturity yet. These mismatches can create extreme frustrations and hopelessness in your teen and in YOU! I get it, I've lived it.
Parenting a teenager is challenging enough. Parenting a teen who has symptoms or has been diagnosed with ADHD adds an additional level of difficulty. There are academic and social pressures and expectations that do not match with your teenager's abilities or emotional maturity yet. These mismatches can create extreme frustrations and hopelessness in your teen and in YOU! I get it, I've lived it.
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I offer psycho-educational assessments, and counseling and intervention for psychological disorders such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and Anxiety.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist who strives to help all learners reach their potential. I meet individuals and families where they are at in the education process and work together as a partner to create a successful educational experience.
I offer psycho-educational assessments, and counseling and intervention for psychological disorders such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia and Anxiety.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist who strives to help all learners reach their potential. I meet individuals and families where they are at in the education process and work together as a partner to create a successful educational experience.
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Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual and group therapy in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. I specialize in anxiety disorders, stress and related conditions, and provide ADHD evaluation. Change may cause stress, but dealing with a change successfully would leave us stronger, more confident, and better prepared for a new chapter in our life. My approach is practical, focusing on fast symptom relief. I will help you understand your concerns and guide you to solutions you believe are best by learning new skills that will allow you to deal with challenges and maximize your full potential.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual and group therapy in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. I specialize in anxiety disorders, stress and related conditions, and provide ADHD evaluation. Change may cause stress, but dealing with a change successfully would leave us stronger, more confident, and better prepared for a new chapter in our life. My approach is practical, focusing on fast symptom relief. I will help you understand your concerns and guide you to solutions you believe are best by learning new skills that will allow you to deal with challenges and maximize your full potential.
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Brittany Tachkov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your family navigating increased stress or a new medical or mental health need? We will look to discover your strengths and make a personalized approach to facing life’s changes and challenges. My experience with children, adolescents, LGBTQ+ youth, and adults have supported coping with the impact of grief, loss, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My years of music therapy work includes facilitating connection, meaning, and understanding in the context of families coping with chronic and terminal illness, children’s bereavement groups, and intergenerational support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your family navigating increased stress or a new medical or mental health need? We will look to discover your strengths and make a personalized approach to facing life’s changes and challenges. My experience with children, adolescents, LGBTQ+ youth, and adults have supported coping with the impact of grief, loss, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My years of music therapy work includes facilitating connection, meaning, and understanding in the context of families coping with chronic and terminal illness, children’s bereavement groups, and intergenerational support.
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My specialties include treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, adjustment, grief and loss, attachment, interpersonal relationships, parental separation, child/adolescent disruptive or defiant behaviors, and parenting education.
I am a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA and AZ who specializes in working with children, teens, families, and young adults. With an educational background in clinical psychology, I am committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where my clients can explore and process their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and thrive in today’s world. As a licensed therapist, I use a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ranging from infants, preschool and school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults. (Ages 0-25 years old).
My specialties include treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, adjustment, grief and loss, attachment, interpersonal relationships, parental separation, child/adolescent disruptive or defiant behaviors, and parenting education.
I am a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA and AZ who specializes in working with children, teens, families, and young adults. With an educational background in clinical psychology, I am committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where my clients can explore and process their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and thrive in today’s world. As a licensed therapist, I use a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ranging from infants, preschool and school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults. (Ages 0-25 years old).
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This is a space for the dreamers, the creatives, the chain & matrix breakers, and magic makers... This is for the misfits, the unconventional, the black sheep, and those who don't feel like they belong... This space is for highly sensitive persons, intuitives, and empaths... This is for the old souls, existentially slanted, philosophically minded, and depth-seeking explores...
Neurodivergence is not a diagnosis, instead, it is a nonmedical umbrella term that includes the following: Highly Sensitive Persons, Autism, ADHD, & Learning Disorders.
This is a space for the dreamers, the creatives, the chain & matrix breakers, and magic makers... This is for the misfits, the unconventional, the black sheep, and those who don't feel like they belong... This space is for highly sensitive persons, intuitives, and empaths... This is for the old souls, existentially slanted, philosophically minded, and depth-seeking explores...
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If you'd like to schedule your FREE 15-minute consultation NOW, click the "Website" button, then click "Request Appointment." - - - - - - - - - - My ideal patient is open to exploring what their issues, needs, and goals are and wants to work on them. I see patients with a variety of issues, including grief, relationship problems (couple and/or family), depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and more. My patients often want to better understand themselves and to feel well despite the stresses and transitions that life brings.
If you'd like to schedule your FREE 15-minute consultation NOW, click the "Website" button, then click "Request Appointment." - - - - - - - - - - My ideal patient is open to exploring what their issues, needs, and goals are and wants to work on them. I see patients with a variety of issues, including grief, relationship problems (couple and/or family), depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and more. My patients often want to better understand themselves and to feel well despite the stresses and transitions that life brings.
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I also work extensively with individuals experiencing Generalized Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD.
Perhaps you have tried talk therapy before and it didn't feel productive or inspire you to change or reflect in new ways. Or perhaps you feel like you often don't have the words to describe how you feel, or aren't ready to verbally share about your challenges or difficult experiences. Individuals who can relate to these sentiments may greatly benefit from working with an Art Therapist. Through a combination of talk therapy and creative techniques I will support you in reflective and problem solving processes that will be different, productive and sometimes even playful.
I also work extensively with individuals experiencing Generalized Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD.
Perhaps you have tried talk therapy before and it didn't feel productive or inspire you to change or reflect in new ways. Or perhaps you feel like you often don't have the words to describe how you feel, or aren't ready to verbally share about your challenges or difficult experiences. Individuals who can relate to these sentiments may greatly benefit from working with an Art Therapist. Through a combination of talk therapy and creative techniques I will support you in reflective and problem solving processes that will be different, productive and sometimes even playful.
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I have over 25 years of experience in providing psychotherapy to teens, adults, couples and families. With Couples, treatment issues may include domestic conflict, cross cultural and inter-faith marriages, in-laws, infidelity, trust, spousal equality and respect, and intimacy. With individual adults, my specialities include depression, grief and loss, stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions (work, family or self related). With teens, my experience encompasses delinquent behaviors, trauma, substance abuse, self-harm, depression, ADHD, OCD, identity issues, school problems and parent-child conflict.
I have over 25 years of experience in providing psychotherapy to teens, adults, couples and families. With Couples, treatment issues may include domestic conflict, cross cultural and inter-faith marriages, in-laws, infidelity, trust, spousal equality and respect, and intimacy. With individual adults, my specialities include depression, grief and loss, stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions (work, family or self related). With teens, my experience encompasses delinquent behaviors, trauma, substance abuse, self-harm, depression, ADHD, OCD, identity issues, school problems and parent-child conflict.
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I specialize in treating those with various mental disorders and behavioral issues to include: ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, and Personality Disorders. I utilize detailed Psychological Assessment, and empirically supported treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am certified as a DBT practitioner and a life coach. Lastly, I integrate a holistic mindset into my practice, where emphasis is placed on gut/brain health, sleep quality, lifestyle, and diet.
I specialize in treating those with various mental disorders and behavioral issues to include: ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, and Personality Disorders. I utilize detailed Psychological Assessment, and empirically supported treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am certified as a DBT practitioner and a life coach. Lastly, I integrate a holistic mindset into my practice, where emphasis is placed on gut/brain health, sleep quality, lifestyle, and diet.
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I also specialize in working with adult ADD/ADHD, stress management, anxiety and depression.
Do you feel lost or disconnected in a relationship, wondering how you arrived at this point and what to do about it? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or lonely and noticing that the ways in which you usually address these feelings no longer seem to be working? As an experienced and caring therapist, I will help you sort through the issues that limit your ability to more fully enjoy life. Together, we will focus on clearly identifying, thoroughly understanding and effectively managing the problematic areas of your life in a supportive, compassionate and direct manner that is focused on finding practical solutions.
I also specialize in working with adult ADD/ADHD, stress management, anxiety and depression.
Do you feel lost or disconnected in a relationship, wondering how you arrived at this point and what to do about it? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or lonely and noticing that the ways in which you usually address these feelings no longer seem to be working? As an experienced and caring therapist, I will help you sort through the issues that limit your ability to more fully enjoy life. Together, we will focus on clearly identifying, thoroughly understanding and effectively managing the problematic areas of your life in a supportive, compassionate and direct manner that is focused on finding practical solutions.
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Eunice Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Eunice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in raised in California, I am a bilingual, English/Spanish Clinician. My specialties include Trauma, Medical Diagnosis, Cultural Issues, Crisis, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Depression, and Addiction. When working with Clients, I prefer a Client-Centered Approach. I meet my clients where they are in their journey and provide support along the way. I believe in Self-Determination, as we work while providing a safe space for self-expression and exploration, which ultimately leads to Empowerment.
Hello, I'm Eunice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was born in raised in California, I am a bilingual, English/Spanish Clinician. My specialties include Trauma, Medical Diagnosis, Cultural Issues, Crisis, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Depression, and Addiction. When working with Clients, I prefer a Client-Centered Approach. I meet my clients where they are in their journey and provide support along the way. I believe in Self-Determination, as we work while providing a safe space for self-expression and exploration, which ultimately leads to Empowerment.
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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.