ADHD Therapists in San Ramon, CA

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Brain Wellness Center
Psychologist, PhD, BCIA, ABPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
ADHD has become the catch-all diagnosis for everything that is wrong with a person, no matter what is causing the symptoms.
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.
ADHD has become the catch-all diagnosis for everything that is wrong with a person, no matter what is causing the symptoms.
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.
(925) 233-8318 View (925) 233-8318
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Jamie Penticoff Gonzalez
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
With expertise spanning anxiety, depression, personality and mood disorders, ADHD, and more, I specialize in navigating complex emotional landscapes with sensitivity and insight.
From couples navigating relationship challenges, families in transition, and individuals confronting unwanted patterns that make them feel stuck, I am dedicated to providing a safe, collaborative and trauma-informed space for clients to meet their treatment goals. I am also deeply committed to LGBTQIA issues and strive to create inclusive spaces for all. Grounded in evidence-based practices like dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment theory, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy, I am able to utilize a variety of approaches to tailor treatment to your unique needs.
With expertise spanning anxiety, depression, personality and mood disorders, ADHD, and more, I specialize in navigating complex emotional landscapes with sensitivity and insight.
From couples navigating relationship challenges, families in transition, and individuals confronting unwanted patterns that make them feel stuck, I am dedicated to providing a safe, collaborative and trauma-informed space for clients to meet their treatment goals. I am also deeply committed to LGBTQIA issues and strive to create inclusive spaces for all. Grounded in evidence-based practices like dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment theory, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy, I am able to utilize a variety of approaches to tailor treatment to your unique needs.
(925) 318-7260 View (925) 318-7260
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Brent Robery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT, MA
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
I work with those who have life complications due to ADHD.
I am passionate about helping people build their lives. Why? Because working for over 30 years in the construction industry I have seen how reconstruction can revitalize. Now instead of building homes with bricks and wood, I help people to find the tools they need to build and restore their lives and relationships.
I work with those who have life complications due to ADHD.
I am passionate about helping people build their lives. Why? Because working for over 30 years in the construction industry I have seen how reconstruction can revitalize. Now instead of building homes with bricks and wood, I help people to find the tools they need to build and restore their lives and relationships.
(925) 397-2199 View (925) 397-2199
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Misgana Teklai
PMHNP
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583  (Online Only)
My name is Missy Teklai. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of healthcare experience. I specialize in medication management, anxiety, and depression. I believe psychiatry and therapy shouldn't be expensive or impossible to access. I’m passionate about destigmatizing mental healthcare. I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected, and cared for. I strive for a collaborative approach with my patients utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and medication management. I specialize and have experience in medication management, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
My name is Missy Teklai. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of healthcare experience. I specialize in medication management, anxiety, and depression. I believe psychiatry and therapy shouldn't be expensive or impossible to access. I’m passionate about destigmatizing mental healthcare. I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected, and cared for. I strive for a collaborative approach with my patients utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and medication management. I specialize and have experience in medication management, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
(424) 424-8911 View (424) 424-8911
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Kristin Hvizda
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD, behavioral issues, divorce, family, and relationship issues.
Relationships, family, and life in general can be challenging. There may be growing pains and struggles at all stages, but you don't have to face those struggles alone. I am here to help. I am an AMFT and APCC with a passion for helping my clients recognize their needs and providing them with tools to meet them in a healthy way. I realize that the therapeutic process takes vulnerability, courage, and resilience. I encourage my clients and build upon their strengths while helping them examine the behaviors and beliefs that they hope to change.
I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD, behavioral issues, divorce, family, and relationship issues.
Relationships, family, and life in general can be challenging. There may be growing pains and struggles at all stages, but you don't have to face those struggles alone. I am here to help. I am an AMFT and APCC with a passion for helping my clients recognize their needs and providing them with tools to meet them in a healthy way. I realize that the therapeutic process takes vulnerability, courage, and resilience. I encourage my clients and build upon their strengths while helping them examine the behaviors and beliefs that they hope to change.
(925) 744-8247 View (925) 744-8247
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Megan Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
I have dedicated my career to helping children, adolescents, and adults experiencing emotional and behavioral mental health challenges. I specialize in treating child and adolescent Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Conduct Disorder (CD), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and depression. I am a researcher/clinician, having worked at UC Berkeley for a number of years. Thus, I believe in a research-informed assessment and therapy process.
I have dedicated my career to helping children, adolescents, and adults experiencing emotional and behavioral mental health challenges. I specialize in treating child and adolescent Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Conduct Disorder (CD), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and depression. I am a researcher/clinician, having worked at UC Berkeley for a number of years. Thus, I believe in a research-informed assessment and therapy process.
(415) 965-6739 View (415) 965-6739
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Judy Brennan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
I specialize in working with children, families, adults, and couples, through a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship problems, transitions, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, childhood, and other life challenges. I have found that people benefit from different therapeutic modalities and methods to achieve their goals. Some of the modalities I find helpful in addition to Somatic Psychotherapy include EMDR, IFS, Mindfulness, Play, and Art Therapy.
I specialize in working with children, families, adults, and couples, through a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship problems, transitions, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, childhood, and other life challenges. I have found that people benefit from different therapeutic modalities and methods to achieve their goals. Some of the modalities I find helpful in addition to Somatic Psychotherapy include EMDR, IFS, Mindfulness, Play, and Art Therapy.
(925) 275-5178 View (925) 275-5178
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Eon Jean Newquist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
Relationship is the foundation of the therapeutic experience. Through compassion, humor, and empathy, I strive to build an alliance with my clients to explore the areas of your life that feel challenging or overwhelming. Whatever you are dealing with, depression, anxiety, divorce, blended families, life transitions, self-esteem, grief, sexual identity, OCD, ADHD, I will walk alongside you as you explore how to live a more centered and joyful life. You don't need to struggle alone!
Relationship is the foundation of the therapeutic experience. Through compassion, humor, and empathy, I strive to build an alliance with my clients to explore the areas of your life that feel challenging or overwhelming. Whatever you are dealing with, depression, anxiety, divorce, blended families, life transitions, self-esteem, grief, sexual identity, OCD, ADHD, I will walk alongside you as you explore how to live a more centered and joyful life. You don't need to struggle alone!
(925) 261-4711 View (925) 261-4711
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Natasha Valdez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
My experience includes treating anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, mood disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, suicide ideation, bipolar disorders, and low self-esteem concerns.
Hi there, my name is Natasha Valdez. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in the mental health field for over 9 years with children and adults. My approach to therapy is a collaborative individualized approach, tailored to each client's needs. During the process of building rapport and assessing the client's needs, we as a team (I and the client), will determine the best therapeutic approach, to support the client along the journey of healing and understanding of oneself.
My experience includes treating anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, mood disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, suicide ideation, bipolar disorders, and low self-esteem concerns.
Hi there, my name is Natasha Valdez. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in the mental health field for over 9 years with children and adults. My approach to therapy is a collaborative individualized approach, tailored to each client's needs. During the process of building rapport and assessing the client's needs, we as a team (I and the client), will determine the best therapeutic approach, to support the client along the journey of healing and understanding of oneself.
(562) 554-7314 View (562) 554-7314
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Dr. Julie Hartman | ADHD Therapy & ADHD Evaluation
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583  (Online Only)
I also use public talks, educational programs for schools, and professional seminars, as well as freely accessible webinars, online courses, social media content, and blog posts, to highlight the benefits of the ADHD brain as well as techniques for living well.
Welcome! I’m Dr. Julie, an ADHD Specialist on a mission to eliminate stigma and shame and instead shift the reputation of ADHD as a unique brain style that offers so much. I have ADHD too so I talk the talk and walk the walk with the skills, tools, strategies, systems and accommodations that we need to use naturally for a rich, juicy life that feels great. At the heart of my practice is the ‘Therapeutic ADHD Program’, shaped by the latest advances in neuroscience, the psychology of ADHD, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) adapted for ADHD and 20 years of experience in the field. What I offer you can't quite find anywhere else.
I also use public talks, educational programs for schools, and professional seminars, as well as freely accessible webinars, online courses, social media content, and blog posts, to highlight the benefits of the ADHD brain as well as techniques for living well.
Welcome! I’m Dr. Julie, an ADHD Specialist on a mission to eliminate stigma and shame and instead shift the reputation of ADHD as a unique brain style that offers so much. I have ADHD too so I talk the talk and walk the walk with the skills, tools, strategies, systems and accommodations that we need to use naturally for a rich, juicy life that feels great. At the heart of my practice is the ‘Therapeutic ADHD Program’, shaped by the latest advances in neuroscience, the psychology of ADHD, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) adapted for ADHD and 20 years of experience in the field. What I offer you can't quite find anywhere else.
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California Assessment and Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
California Assessment and Therapy (CAT) is a therapy group practice in the Bay Area with offices in Palo Alto/Los Altos and Oakland. CAT provides psychotherapy and psychological testing services to clientele across the lifespan. We serve clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, family conflict, school difficulties, behavioral challenges, academic struggles, and work stressors. Our testing services consist of a team of licensed psychologists who provide developmental evaluations for autism and ADHD, neuropsychological assessment, and school accommodations based on learning disorders.
California Assessment and Therapy (CAT) is a therapy group practice in the Bay Area with offices in Palo Alto/Los Altos and Oakland. CAT provides psychotherapy and psychological testing services to clientele across the lifespan. We serve clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, family conflict, school difficulties, behavioral challenges, academic struggles, and work stressors. Our testing services consist of a team of licensed psychologists who provide developmental evaluations for autism and ADHD, neuropsychological assessment, and school accommodations based on learning disorders.
(650) 677-1323 View (650) 677-1323
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Matthew McKeithan
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
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.
(925) 660-7875 View (925) 660-7875
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Arie E Koster
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
Koster holds a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant University, Los Angeles, with a focus on working with families and adults grappling with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
Together, our team of considerate, thoughtful, engaged, determined, and compassionate psychologists is changing the landscape of mental health services. With over 15 years of experience in community mental health, our team has learned that most people wait until they are in crisis to seek help. That is why we are making mental health services more accessible and consumer friendly than ever ‒ so you can get help when you need it. We provide comprehensive therapy services (both in-person in our Danville office and virtually) to individuals, children, families, couples, and groups.
Koster holds a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant University, Los Angeles, with a focus on working with families and adults grappling with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
Together, our team of considerate, thoughtful, engaged, determined, and compassionate psychologists is changing the landscape of mental health services. With over 15 years of experience in community mental health, our team has learned that most people wait until they are in crisis to seek help. That is why we are making mental health services more accessible and consumer friendly than ever ‒ so you can get help when you need it. We provide comprehensive therapy services (both in-person in our Danville office and virtually) to individuals, children, families, couples, and groups.
(925) 900-5643 View (925) 900-5643
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Alicia Mae Persaud
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
I have experience working with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, and attachment issues, and am trained in multiple evidence-based treatment modalities.
Life presents various challenges for all of us, I aim to assist you in overcoming these challenges in a nonjudgmental and supportive manner. By working together, we can access your intuition to cultivate resilience, self-compassion, and authenticity. Through a holistic, person-centered approach, my goal is to treat you as a complete individual, rather than just addressing your symptoms or struggles.
I have experience working with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, and attachment issues, and am trained in multiple evidence-based treatment modalities.
Life presents various challenges for all of us, I aim to assist you in overcoming these challenges in a nonjudgmental and supportive manner. By working together, we can access your intuition to cultivate resilience, self-compassion, and authenticity. Through a holistic, person-centered approach, my goal is to treat you as a complete individual, rather than just addressing your symptoms or struggles.
(925) 393-0443 View (925) 393-0443
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Fedra Tehrani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
In my work with you I hope to empower you to take charge of your path and find clear steps towards meeting your goals. I have enjoyed supporting my clients in building a stronger and more confident sense of self by overcoming past hurdles, developing insight towards underlying core beliefs and rebuilding healthier relationships with loved ones. Working in both direct care and management roles I have supervised clinicians as well as treated clients with anxiety, depression, Autism, ADHD, life transitions, co-dependence as well as possible history of trauma or abuse.
In my work with you I hope to empower you to take charge of your path and find clear steps towards meeting your goals. I have enjoyed supporting my clients in building a stronger and more confident sense of self by overcoming past hurdles, developing insight towards underlying core beliefs and rebuilding healthier relationships with loved ones. Working in both direct care and management roles I have supervised clinicians as well as treated clients with anxiety, depression, Autism, ADHD, life transitions, co-dependence as well as possible history of trauma or abuse.
(925) 515-5578 View (925) 515-5578
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Tiffany Star Engeldinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Do you feel like your teen or adolescent is out of control? Are you an adult that struggles with anger, depression, anxiety or negative thinking? I specialize in working with clients using CBT along with meeting each client where they are to treat behavioral problems such as defiance, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression and daily stresses . I look at each client as an individual and work with them to identify their personal needs. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, defiant teens, parenting issues, ADHD, social skills, addiction, anger management, bipolar, families, relationships, domestic violence.
Do you feel like your teen or adolescent is out of control? Are you an adult that struggles with anger, depression, anxiety or negative thinking? I specialize in working with clients using CBT along with meeting each client where they are to treat behavioral problems such as defiance, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression and daily stresses . I look at each client as an individual and work with them to identify their personal needs. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, defiant teens, parenting issues, ADHD, social skills, addiction, anger management, bipolar, families, relationships, domestic violence.
(510) 760-3233 View (510) 760-3233
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Kara Lemke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Are you concerned about your child's development? Is you child's behavior impacting their school performance? Does your child have difficulty making friends? Is your child struggling in school? The Healthy Minds team focuses on supporting young children, adolescents and their families. We offer a variety of services including individual therapy, parenting therapy, family therapy, speech therapy, and comprehensive assessments. Through custom assessments, we can provide information for you to better understand your child and connect you with appropriate resources and services.
Are you concerned about your child's development? Is you child's behavior impacting their school performance? Does your child have difficulty making friends? Is your child struggling in school? The Healthy Minds team focuses on supporting young children, adolescents and their families. We offer a variety of services including individual therapy, parenting therapy, family therapy, speech therapy, and comprehensive assessments. Through custom assessments, we can provide information for you to better understand your child and connect you with appropriate resources and services.
(925) 201-5460 View (925) 201-5460
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Julie Strickland Burlingame
MA, BCBA
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and have been practicing in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for 20+ years. I received my B.A. in Psychology from UCLA where I worked with Dr. Ivar Lovaas as part of the Young Autism Project. I received my M.A. in Developmental Psychology from San Francisco State University where I researched self-regulatory strategies in children and taught undergraduate Psychology courses as a lecturer. I earned my graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas. I became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2007.
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and have been practicing in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for 20+ years. I received my B.A. in Psychology from UCLA where I worked with Dr. Ivar Lovaas as part of the Young Autism Project. I received my M.A. in Developmental Psychology from San Francisco State University where I researched self-regulatory strategies in children and taught undergraduate Psychology courses as a lecturer. I earned my graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas. I became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2007.
(925) 361-3724 View (925) 361-3724
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Katherine Nitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in the testing of children, adolescents and young adults. I offer Educational and Psychological evaluations to help determine what factors may be impacting a child's academic, social and emotional functioning. I use the results to make effective and individualized recommendations to support each child in their learning, social and home environments. For teens and young adults, testing can be helpful for additional specific situations such as: determining if they may qualify for accomdations for standardized testing and information to help with their transition to college.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in the testing of children, adolescents and young adults. I offer Educational and Psychological evaluations to help determine what factors may be impacting a child's academic, social and emotional functioning. I use the results to make effective and individualized recommendations to support each child in their learning, social and home environments. For teens and young adults, testing can be helpful for additional specific situations such as: determining if they may qualify for accomdations for standardized testing and information to help with their transition to college.
(925) 331-0882 View (925) 331-0882
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Scott McQueen
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
(925) 273-7238 View (925) 273-7238
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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.