ADHD Therapists in West Loop, Chicago, IL
Alyse R Malmborg
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I am a certified anxiety specialist but also work with ADHD, relationship issues, teaching about effective communication, boundaries and life transitions.
My style of therapy focuses on building a deep and meaningful relationship with my clients and utilizes a strength based model to empower them to continually become better versions of themselves. Our thoughts, feelings, and memories have the ability to take us into the past and future, and out of our present lives! Lets talk about what you truly value and figure out how to get you back in touch. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and focuses on the therapy relationship, mindfulness practices, self-compassion, development of coping skills, and some laughter to round it all out!
I am a certified anxiety specialist but also work with ADHD, relationship issues, teaching about effective communication, boundaries and life transitions.
My style of therapy focuses on building a deep and meaningful relationship with my clients and utilizes a strength based model to empower them to continually become better versions of themselves. Our thoughts, feelings, and memories have the ability to take us into the past and future, and out of our present lives! Lets talk about what you truly value and figure out how to get you back in touch. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and focuses on the therapy relationship, mindfulness practices, self-compassion, development of coping skills, and some laughter to round it all out!
Maggie VanDerMolen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or alone, I’m here to help. I work with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues looking for new avenues to address obstacles to personal fulfillment.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or alone, I’m here to help. I work with teens and adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues looking for new avenues to address obstacles to personal fulfillment.
Chris Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As someone who has struggled with social anxiety in the past and has been diagnosed with ADHD, I know what it's like to sit on your side of the therapy room.
Do you find yourself struggling to connect with others? Do you find that anxiety, fear of judgement from others or symptoms of ADHD prevents you from meeting new people, creating deeper connections with acquaintances, finding a romantic partner, speaking your mind or attending social events altogether? Is it hard to show your real self in social situations or at work, so you "mask" or hide that part of yourself, because you find it difficult to accept who you are and criticize yourself often? Well, this doesn't have to be your experience forever.
As someone who has struggled with social anxiety in the past and has been diagnosed with ADHD, I know what it's like to sit on your side of the therapy room.
Do you find yourself struggling to connect with others? Do you find that anxiety, fear of judgement from others or symptoms of ADHD prevents you from meeting new people, creating deeper connections with acquaintances, finding a romantic partner, speaking your mind or attending social events altogether? Is it hard to show your real self in social situations or at work, so you "mask" or hide that part of yourself, because you find it difficult to accept who you are and criticize yourself often? Well, this doesn't have to be your experience forever.
Craig Mead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Whether you’re struggling with everyday stress, anxiety, burnout, depression or ADHD, change starts with taking positive, actionable steps toward creating the life you want.
I work with clients to find healthier perspectives and practical solutions for work stress, relationship problems, family conflicts, and everyday life problems. We'll work on moving forward and resolving feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and paralysis. Therapy is a valuable opportunity to talk through and understand yourself and what drives you within. Your relationships with others will improve as you know and improve yourself and how you respond to your emotions. We'll work on overcoming paralysis and procrastination and begin building the life you want. Change the way you think and change your life
Whether you’re struggling with everyday stress, anxiety, burnout, depression or ADHD, change starts with taking positive, actionable steps toward creating the life you want.
I work with clients to find healthier perspectives and practical solutions for work stress, relationship problems, family conflicts, and everyday life problems. We'll work on moving forward and resolving feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and paralysis. Therapy is a valuable opportunity to talk through and understand yourself and what drives you within. Your relationships with others will improve as you know and improve yourself and how you respond to your emotions. We'll work on overcoming paralysis and procrastination and begin building the life you want. Change the way you think and change your life
I treat ADHD, anxiety/OCD, depression, mood disorders, and have experience working with individuals and families.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a background working with both adolescent and adult populations in treatment settings. My approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths based.
I treat ADHD, anxiety/OCD, depression, mood disorders, and have experience working with individuals and families.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a background working with both adolescent and adult populations in treatment settings. My approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths based.
I am passionate about working with adults who have recently received or learned of their ADHD diagnosis. I am here to help you understand your diagnosis and improve on your organization and executive functioning. It takes courage to face your challenges head on, and I want to congratulate you on taking this first step. I believe when you are better able to identify and understand what causes you to think and feel the way you do, you can make a shift in how you respond to stressors and obstacles in your day to day life.
I am passionate about working with adults who have recently received or learned of their ADHD diagnosis. I am here to help you understand your diagnosis and improve on your organization and executive functioning. It takes courage to face your challenges head on, and I want to congratulate you on taking this first step. I believe when you are better able to identify and understand what causes you to think and feel the way you do, you can make a shift in how you respond to stressors and obstacles in your day to day life.
We'll add structure to clarify complicated situations and create improvements.
Are you looking for an encouraging therapist who will focus on solutions? Are you ready to make changes so that your problems will no longer have the upper hand? I'll work hard with you to help make life better soon. I have helped many clients overcome feelings like sadness, worry, anger, or unhappiness with their relationships over the past 25 years. I have published extensively, been quoted in newspapers, and appeared on television and radio for my clinical work as a licensed, board certified psychologist and as a university professor.
We'll add structure to clarify complicated situations and create improvements.
Are you looking for an encouraging therapist who will focus on solutions? Are you ready to make changes so that your problems will no longer have the upper hand? I'll work hard with you to help make life better soon. I have helped many clients overcome feelings like sadness, worry, anger, or unhappiness with their relationships over the past 25 years. I have published extensively, been quoted in newspapers, and appeared on television and radio for my clinical work as a licensed, board certified psychologist and as a university professor.
We specialize in testing ADHD in adults and providing targeted, effective therapy.
Do you find it so difficult to focus that it interferes with your work, school, or relationships? Do you become easily distracted and have difficulties being productive? Is it hard to remain organized despite your best efforts? Inattention, impulsivity, and overactivity are three common problems associated with ADHD, which affects about 5% of people. It is much more serious than just having trouble concentrating. ADHD creates significant difficulties, presents barriers to success at work or school, and strains relationships between people with ADHD and those who care about them.
We specialize in testing ADHD in adults and providing targeted, effective therapy.
Do you find it so difficult to focus that it interferes with your work, school, or relationships? Do you become easily distracted and have difficulties being productive? Is it hard to remain organized despite your best efforts? Inattention, impulsivity, and overactivity are three common problems associated with ADHD, which affects about 5% of people. It is much more serious than just having trouble concentrating. ADHD creates significant difficulties, presents barriers to success at work or school, and strains relationships between people with ADHD and those who care about them.
I'm well equipped to address a wide array of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and trauma.
I am passionate about empowering people to thrive and fulfill their potential as well as achieve greater life satisfaction. I have worked with many people who are navigating difficulties to be able to gain greater levels of confidence and growth. I use a collaborative and goal-oriented approach in therapy. I seek to help clients build on their strengths and ultimately to be able to experience life more fully.
I'm well equipped to address a wide array of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and trauma.
I am passionate about empowering people to thrive and fulfill their potential as well as achieve greater life satisfaction. I have worked with many people who are navigating difficulties to be able to gain greater levels of confidence and growth. I use a collaborative and goal-oriented approach in therapy. I seek to help clients build on their strengths and ultimately to be able to experience life more fully.
Anxiety Wellness Center of Chicagoland
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I often see individuals suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, separation anxiety disorder, specific phobias, body focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking), eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, depression, ADHD, school refusal, and others.
I (Dr. Crystal Bauer) am a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of the Anxiety Wellness Center of Chicagoland. I have been specializing in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to individuals across the lifespan for nearly a decade. I have extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, specifically exposure therapy/exposure and response prevention (ERP), behavioral activation, behavior modification, mindfulness and other CBT techniques. Through these modalities, you learn how to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, respond in a more effective manner, and learn how to tolerate and accept discomfort.
I often see individuals suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, separation anxiety disorder, specific phobias, body focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including trichotillomania (hair pulling) and excoriation disorder (skin picking), eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, depression, ADHD, school refusal, and others.
I (Dr. Crystal Bauer) am a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of the Anxiety Wellness Center of Chicagoland. I have been specializing in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to individuals across the lifespan for nearly a decade. I have extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, specifically exposure therapy/exposure and response prevention (ERP), behavioral activation, behavior modification, mindfulness and other CBT techniques. Through these modalities, you learn how to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, respond in a more effective manner, and learn how to tolerate and accept discomfort.
Missy is trained in treating anxiety, depression, social-emotional deficits, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, and interpersonal challenges.
Missy is passionate about psychotherapy with children, adolescents, families, as well as adults. In working with adults, she helps them create meaning in their lives. With an eye toward life transitions and contextual factors, Missy empowers clients to face their current challenges with true agency. In working with children, Missy provides evidenced based skills in addressing mood, adjustment, anxiety disorders, and learning disabilities. She focuses on a collaborative process in providing clients with prevention and intervention towards their present stressors.
Missy is trained in treating anxiety, depression, social-emotional deficits, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, and interpersonal challenges.
Missy is passionate about psychotherapy with children, adolescents, families, as well as adults. In working with adults, she helps them create meaning in their lives. With an eye toward life transitions and contextual factors, Missy empowers clients to face their current challenges with true agency. In working with children, Missy provides evidenced based skills in addressing mood, adjustment, anxiety disorders, and learning disabilities. She focuses on a collaborative process in providing clients with prevention and intervention towards their present stressors.
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I worked extensively in the area of PTSD and incorporate Neurofeedback in treating a variety of conditions such as ADHD, anxiety and depression.
I have been in private practice for over 20 years and have treated thousands of clients including individuals, families, children and adults. People often come in seeking relief from a range of struggles including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and family conflicts. Through my work with many families I began to also address issues of parenting and family dynamics as well as children and adolescents facing a variety of disorders, self-esteem issues, and acting out behaviors. Over the span of my career I have also treated substance abuse, bipolar, psychotic and personality disorders.
I worked extensively in the area of PTSD and incorporate Neurofeedback in treating a variety of conditions such as ADHD, anxiety and depression.
I have been in private practice for over 20 years and have treated thousands of clients including individuals, families, children and adults. People often come in seeking relief from a range of struggles including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and family conflicts. Through my work with many families I began to also address issues of parenting and family dynamics as well as children and adolescents facing a variety of disorders, self-esteem issues, and acting out behaviors. Over the span of my career I have also treated substance abuse, bipolar, psychotic and personality disorders.
Lucy Waldmeir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
As a transnational and transracial adoptee with complex backgrounds, I'm passionate about working with the multicultural and multiracial individuals, adoptees and adolescents and adults from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I have experience working with individuals from marginalized communities experiencing a range of traumas, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, stressors, identity issues, etc. I understand adoptees may face unique difficulties, including interracial family conflict, self-esteem issues, race and cultural identity confusion, and feelings of grief and loss.
As a transnational and transracial adoptee with complex backgrounds, I'm passionate about working with the multicultural and multiracial individuals, adoptees and adolescents and adults from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I have experience working with individuals from marginalized communities experiencing a range of traumas, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, stressors, identity issues, etc. I understand adoptees may face unique difficulties, including interracial family conflict, self-esteem issues, race and cultural identity confusion, and feelings of grief and loss.
Sheina Dixon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
I have worked with a diverse population of clients by factors such as age, socioeconomic status, and ethnic groups that have dealt with varying challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, parent/child conflicts, grief, mood & behavior disorders, PTSD, and ADD/ ADHD.
My main focus has been to empower clients to reach a higher level of self-sufficiency and healing through supportive practices. Understanding that the world in which we live, how we function, and the resources available to us determines the perspective and navigation in which one has. I approach things through a holistic( mind, body, soul) lens as people cannot function as their best self in fragmented pieces. I am looking to serve individuals who have difficulty with coping through life stressors, while being open to the possibilities of transformative solutions.
I have worked with a diverse population of clients by factors such as age, socioeconomic status, and ethnic groups that have dealt with varying challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, parent/child conflicts, grief, mood & behavior disorders, PTSD, and ADD/ ADHD.
My main focus has been to empower clients to reach a higher level of self-sufficiency and healing through supportive practices. Understanding that the world in which we live, how we function, and the resources available to us determines the perspective and navigation in which one has. I approach things through a holistic( mind, body, soul) lens as people cannot function as their best self in fragmented pieces. I am looking to serve individuals who have difficulty with coping through life stressors, while being open to the possibilities of transformative solutions.
I have experience treating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD).
I believe in using a person-centered approach to meet each person where they are. My therapy is solution-focused, and I encourage people to recognize their strengths, while providing evidence-based therapeutic tools as guidance.
I have experience treating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD).
I believe in using a person-centered approach to meet each person where they are. My therapy is solution-focused, and I encourage people to recognize their strengths, while providing evidence-based therapeutic tools as guidance.
Joi C Basley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
Specialties: ADD/ ADHD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Family Issues, Stress, Women's Issues, and Grief, Loss Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Relational, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Multi-Systemic (MST).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate degree in Social Work with a wealth of experiencing in psychotherapy. I have worked with clients from a wide range of concerns including: post-traumatic stress, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family conflict, grief and loss, and emotional abuse. Additionally, I have worked in the field of social work and mental health for over 20 years assisting individuals and families.
Specialties: ADD/ ADHD, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Family Issues, Stress, Women's Issues, and Grief, Loss Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Relational, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Multi-Systemic (MST).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctorate degree in Social Work with a wealth of experiencing in psychotherapy. I have worked with clients from a wide range of concerns including: post-traumatic stress, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family conflict, grief and loss, and emotional abuse. Additionally, I have worked in the field of social work and mental health for over 20 years assisting individuals and families.
Samantha Skvaril
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
If you grew up in a challenging or unstable environment, it’s no surprise you’re feeling stuck—whether it’s struggling with people-pleasing, blurred boundaries, or navigating the impacts of relational trauma. These patterns can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to sort through them alone. I help clients untangle the connection between their past relationships and present struggles, using an insight-driven approach to uncover the “why” behind your behaviors.
If you grew up in a challenging or unstable environment, it’s no surprise you’re feeling stuck—whether it’s struggling with people-pleasing, blurred boundaries, or navigating the impacts of relational trauma. These patterns can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to sort through them alone. I help clients untangle the connection between their past relationships and present struggles, using an insight-driven approach to uncover the “why” behind your behaviors.
Matt Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661
The crux of my approach is simple, but versatile: I use anything and everything available to make breakthroughs possible. We all do better with an expansive toolkit. EMDR for "stuckness" / trauma and Gottman methods for couples to repair & connect. (Well worth YouTubing either for a sense of them.) Once we understand each other and you are insight-equipped, we'll put insight into action. But in ways that feel authentic to your personal experience of things. Clients often report that my approachable, humorous, "very human" style makes therapy a much more effective experience even when exploring difficult content.
The crux of my approach is simple, but versatile: I use anything and everything available to make breakthroughs possible. We all do better with an expansive toolkit. EMDR for "stuckness" / trauma and Gottman methods for couples to repair & connect. (Well worth YouTubing either for a sense of them.) Once we understand each other and you are insight-equipped, we'll put insight into action. But in ways that feel authentic to your personal experience of things. Clients often report that my approachable, humorous, "very human" style makes therapy a much more effective experience even when exploring difficult content.
Patrice Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
Are you a woman of color dealing with anxiety or trauma? You may be navigating feelings of isolation, discrimination, or questioning your sense of belonging. I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your emotions and identity, heal from trauma, and manage anxiety. Together, we’ll build resilience and create a path toward personal growth and connection.
Are you a woman of color dealing with anxiety or trauma? You may be navigating feelings of isolation, discrimination, or questioning your sense of belonging. I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your emotions and identity, heal from trauma, and manage anxiety. Together, we’ll build resilience and create a path toward personal growth and connection.
Orli Firestein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
West Loop, Chicago, IL 60661 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of masking your neurodivergence in a neurotypical world? Perhaps this leads to depression or feelings of alienation. Maybe you find yourself frequently putting others’ needs above your own, to the point where you feel run-down and emotionally exhausted. You may be facing a major life change or decision, either for yourself or for your family. In these situations, it can be challenging to identify, navigate, and express your emotions and needs, but you don’t need to do this on your own. Together, we can figure out ways to make life more manageable while remaining true to yourself and nurturing your neurotype.
Are you tired of masking your neurodivergence in a neurotypical world? Perhaps this leads to depression or feelings of alienation. Maybe you find yourself frequently putting others’ needs above your own, to the point where you feel run-down and emotionally exhausted. You may be facing a major life change or decision, either for yourself or for your family. In these situations, it can be challenging to identify, navigate, and express your emotions and needs, but you don’t need to do this on your own. Together, we can figure out ways to make life more manageable while remaining true to yourself and nurturing your neurotype.
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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.