ADHD Therapists in Ellisville, MO

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A House of Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MedPysc, LPC, EMDR, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellisville, MO 63038
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, psychological evaluations and testing for ADHD, personality disorders, Bipolar, learning disorders, autism for work or school accommodations. I work with clients who would benefit from in-depth talk therapy, who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, past or present trauma, addictions, personal, family or work related relationship issues.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, psychological evaluations and testing for ADHD, personality disorders, Bipolar, learning disorders, autism for work or school accommodations. I work with clients who would benefit from in-depth talk therapy, who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, past or present trauma, addictions, personal, family or work related relationship issues.
(636) 265-8201 View (636) 265-8201
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Medelyn Minor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
Ellisville, MO 63011  (Online Only)
Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Relationship problems? Stress at home or work? Struggling with codependency? Counseling can help! I treat adults, teens, and couples suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and addictions. I also work with families, couples, and individuals who struggle with relationship problems, including codependency. If someone you love is addicted or suffering from serious mental illness, you may need help managing your relationship. Don't give up hope! Counseling can be educational, encouraging, and empowering for you.
Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Relationship problems? Stress at home or work? Struggling with codependency? Counseling can help! I treat adults, teens, and couples suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and addictions. I also work with families, couples, and individuals who struggle with relationship problems, including codependency. If someone you love is addicted or suffering from serious mental illness, you may need help managing your relationship. Don't give up hope! Counseling can be educational, encouraging, and empowering for you.
(314) 292-9926 View (314) 292-9926
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Counselor Kate LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellisville, MO 63011
I work with adults, teenagers and adolescents. My approach is eclectic and individualized to meet each client's needs. I am supportive but also believe that the issues that bring people to counseling are not easy ones,so I believe in challenging my clients when appropriate. I provide a caring environment where you can identify and explore the issues that are getting in the way of a more rewarding home life, career and even relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
I work with adults, teenagers and adolescents. My approach is eclectic and individualized to meet each client's needs. I am supportive but also believe that the issues that bring people to counseling are not easy ones,so I believe in challenging my clients when appropriate. I provide a caring environment where you can identify and explore the issues that are getting in the way of a more rewarding home life, career and even relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
(314) 888-5631 View (314) 888-5631
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Katie Mullins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC
Verified Verified
Ellisville, MO 63011
I provide support to those looking for an authentic journey supporting wholeness, healing, and growth in mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in emotional regulation, spiritual direction, breathwork, and executive functioning. I have immediate openings and am cost conscious.
I provide support to those looking for an authentic journey supporting wholeness, healing, and growth in mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in emotional regulation, spiritual direction, breathwork, and executive functioning. I have immediate openings and am cost conscious.
(636) 280-9981 View (636) 280-9981
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Angela Sastry
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, EMDR-C, RYT
Verified Verified
Ellisville, MO 63011
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking to experience more joy and peace in your life while increasing your resilience and balance? Do you want to improve your relationships? I believe encouragement and acceptance are essential. Therefore, I utilize a holistic person-centered approach focused on you as a whole person. My goal as a therapist is to help you attain emotional well-being, enhance your resilience, and unlock your full potential. By adopting a nervous system approach that focuses on your entire being, body, and mind, you can tap into your innate capacity for healing, resulting in profound personal growth.
Are you looking to experience more joy and peace in your life while increasing your resilience and balance? Do you want to improve your relationships? I believe encouragement and acceptance are essential. Therefore, I utilize a holistic person-centered approach focused on you as a whole person. My goal as a therapist is to help you attain emotional well-being, enhance your resilience, and unlock your full potential. By adopting a nervous system approach that focuses on your entire being, body, and mind, you can tap into your innate capacity for healing, resulting in profound personal growth.
(314) 254-2574 View (314) 254-2574
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Katie Holman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Ellisville, MO 63011
If you are a woman struggling to cope with all the demands in life or a teen looking to gain confidence and resilience, I'm here to help and will respond within 48 hrs. My specialty is helping women, parents, and adolescents cope through challenges, gain confidence, improve relationships, find joy, and overall feel better. My approach is client-led in a non-judgmental space to help you talk through solutions in a style that's calm, kind, and engaging. My training and experience include anxiety, parenting, perinatal/postpartum mental health, conflict resolution, life/career transitions, school issues and emotional regulation.
If you are a woman struggling to cope with all the demands in life or a teen looking to gain confidence and resilience, I'm here to help and will respond within 48 hrs. My specialty is helping women, parents, and adolescents cope through challenges, gain confidence, improve relationships, find joy, and overall feel better. My approach is client-led in a non-judgmental space to help you talk through solutions in a style that's calm, kind, and engaging. My training and experience include anxiety, parenting, perinatal/postpartum mental health, conflict resolution, life/career transitions, school issues and emotional regulation.
(314) 582-3204 View (314) 582-3204

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Sharon Moehle
Psychologist, EdS, BCIA
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63011
These services work well with many issues, especially, depression, ADHD, anxiety, anger, chronic pain, migraines, trauma, stress, autism spectrum disorders, and phobias.
Sharon Moehle provides conventional counseling services and she offers additional therapies such as Biofeedback (several Biofeedback services are offered including Neurotherapy/EEG Biofeedback) and EMDR. Some clients request these newer counseling techniques because they can shorten treatment time. Traditional therapy successfully resolves many issues, yet in cases such as: -issues not responding well to talk therapy alone -clients not responding well to medication -individuals preferring to be medication free...then Sharon provides additional therapies to better address client concerns and better meet individual needs. Sharon has been providing Biofeedback services for 18 years and has been practicing EMDR for 13 years.
These services work well with many issues, especially, depression, ADHD, anxiety, anger, chronic pain, migraines, trauma, stress, autism spectrum disorders, and phobias.
Sharon Moehle provides conventional counseling services and she offers additional therapies such as Biofeedback (several Biofeedback services are offered including Neurotherapy/EEG Biofeedback) and EMDR. Some clients request these newer counseling techniques because they can shorten treatment time. Traditional therapy successfully resolves many issues, yet in cases such as: -issues not responding well to talk therapy alone -clients not responding well to medication -individuals preferring to be medication free...then Sharon provides additional therapies to better address client concerns and better meet individual needs. Sharon has been providing Biofeedback services for 18 years and has been practicing EMDR for 13 years.
(314) 561-7075 View (314) 561-7075
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Melanie Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63011
Melanie Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2003. She holds a Master of Education and Master of Health Administration. Melanie specializes in treating ADD/ADHD and provides a Women with ADHD support group. If you're tired and embarrassed of arriving 30 minutes late or more to the party, you can't find things when you need them, you forget important dates, and your life feels like it's totally disorganized, Melanie can help. She has experienced exactly what you are going through AND she is married to a spouse with Adult ADD and has two adult children with ADD.
Melanie Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2003. She holds a Master of Education and Master of Health Administration. Melanie specializes in treating ADD/ADHD and provides a Women with ADHD support group. If you're tired and embarrassed of arriving 30 minutes late or more to the party, you can't find things when you need them, you forget important dates, and your life feels like it's totally disorganized, Melanie can help. She has experienced exactly what you are going through AND she is married to a spouse with Adult ADD and has two adult children with ADD.
(314) 207-3461 View (314) 207-3461
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Jen Calvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesterfield, MO 63017
I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children, adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.
I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children, adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.
(636) 393-8666 View (636) 393-8666
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Katelyn Siebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
I specialize in working with teens and adults experiencing symptoms related to ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, behavioral concerns, school or work issues, parenting, relationships and self-esteem.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. It is an honor to walk alongside individuals committed to personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients gain a better understanding of themselves and the environments they are in. When we better understand our thoughts and emotions we can more fully address them. I’m committed to providing a safe space for my clients built on trust, compassion, and respect to meet their therapeutic goals.
I specialize in working with teens and adults experiencing symptoms related to ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, behavioral concerns, school or work issues, parenting, relationships and self-esteem.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. It is an honor to walk alongside individuals committed to personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients gain a better understanding of themselves and the environments they are in. When we better understand our thoughts and emotions we can more fully address them. I’m committed to providing a safe space for my clients built on trust, compassion, and respect to meet their therapeutic goals.
(314) 582-9769 View (314) 582-9769
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Jamie Heimos
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63021
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
(636) 435-7148 View (636) 435-7148
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Summer Morefield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021  (Online Only)
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, SUD’s, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and empathic. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, SUD’s, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and empathic. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
(314) 742-7857 View (314) 742-7857
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M. Kathleen Blanchard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
I specialize in mental health issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, learning disabilities, physical disabilities (including sudden onset), hearing loss, stress management, divorce and employment-related issues, including career changes and job loss.
I specialize in mental health issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, learning disabilities, physical disabilities (including sudden onset), hearing loss, stress management, divorce and employment-related issues, including career changes and job loss.
(314) 328-0216 View (314) 328-0216
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Mary Collins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
If any of the above situations resonate with you or you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, emotion regulation, sense of self, life transitions, parenthood, women's issues, or perinatal/postnatal concerns, then we might be a great fit.
There are many times in life where we can benefit from the supportive space of counseling. Maybe you’re a new mom feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy or postpartum. You could be navigating a life transition such as divorce, loss of a loved one, or a big change that leaves you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you're a young adult feeling lost and anxious about the next chapter in life. Or maybe you’re a teen navigating the many stressors of school and personal identity. You could be experiencing heightened emotion, intrusive thoughts, or find yourself noticing that life feels heavy right now.
If any of the above situations resonate with you or you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, emotion regulation, sense of self, life transitions, parenthood, women's issues, or perinatal/postnatal concerns, then we might be a great fit.
There are many times in life where we can benefit from the supportive space of counseling. Maybe you’re a new mom feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy or postpartum. You could be navigating a life transition such as divorce, loss of a loved one, or a big change that leaves you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you're a young adult feeling lost and anxious about the next chapter in life. Or maybe you’re a teen navigating the many stressors of school and personal identity. You could be experiencing heightened emotion, intrusive thoughts, or find yourself noticing that life feels heavy right now.
(636) 736-6493 View (636) 736-6493
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Stacy McCann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
Not accepting new clients
I offer support for all women, specializing in motherhood, women's issues, anxiety & depression, perinatal, pregnancy, & postpartum, parenting, Autism and ADHD.
What's stopping you from being the mother and woman you want to be? Maybe it's total motherhood burnout. Constant overstimulation and overwhelm. Decision fatigue and mental load. Postpartum complications. Tantrums leaving you feeling helpless. Disconnection from your partner (and yourself). Your own past keeps resurfacing. Or maybe you've just lost sight of yourself, and who you want to be. Whatever the reason, there is help. I want to work with you to decrease overstimulation, overwhelm, and burnout, and support you in developing the coping skills to create a new path in motherhood, and in life!
I offer support for all women, specializing in motherhood, women's issues, anxiety & depression, perinatal, pregnancy, & postpartum, parenting, Autism and ADHD.
What's stopping you from being the mother and woman you want to be? Maybe it's total motherhood burnout. Constant overstimulation and overwhelm. Decision fatigue and mental load. Postpartum complications. Tantrums leaving you feeling helpless. Disconnection from your partner (and yourself). Your own past keeps resurfacing. Or maybe you've just lost sight of yourself, and who you want to be. Whatever the reason, there is help. I want to work with you to decrease overstimulation, overwhelm, and burnout, and support you in developing the coping skills to create a new path in motherhood, and in life!
(618) 753-4462 View (618) 753-4462
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Courtney Cannes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63021
Not accepting new clients
I have over 15 years of experience working with people with anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, OCD, ADHD, depression, parenting and interpersonal stress.
Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.
I have over 15 years of experience working with people with anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, OCD, ADHD, depression, parenting and interpersonal stress.
Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.
(314) 300-7989 View (314) 300-7989
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Clayton Brigance
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
I also provide evaluations for children age 6-17 for dyslexia, Autism, OCD, mood disorders, and ADHD.
My passion in our therapy space together is walking alongside individuals and couples alike on their journey towards wholeness, and to help parents find answers for their child through sound psychological evaluation. I also specialize in counseling couples through infertility - If you are experiencing infertility/reproductive loss, like my wife and I have, I would be honored to hold your story, because your story matters. I also have extensive experience as a certified school psychologist in the public schools. If you are worried about your child, I can provide a psychological evaluation to help you navigate on where to go next.
I also provide evaluations for children age 6-17 for dyslexia, Autism, OCD, mood disorders, and ADHD.
My passion in our therapy space together is walking alongside individuals and couples alike on their journey towards wholeness, and to help parents find answers for their child through sound psychological evaluation. I also specialize in counseling couples through infertility - If you are experiencing infertility/reproductive loss, like my wife and I have, I would be honored to hold your story, because your story matters. I also have extensive experience as a certified school psychologist in the public schools. If you are worried about your child, I can provide a psychological evaluation to help you navigate on where to go next.
(636) 948-6569 View (636) 948-6569
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Sharon McDaniel
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63011
I consider myself to be warm, accepting and compassionate and skilled in working with persons with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism , trauma and life transitions.
I have worked in the mental health field for the past 11 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Louis University and my Master's degree in professional counseling is from Lindenwood University. My experience encompasses working with many varied populations from age 8 and up. I have worked in a domestic violence shelter, domestic violence hot line, IOP , LGBTQ + community , facilitated support groups in parenting issues and substance abuse issues.
I consider myself to be warm, accepting and compassionate and skilled in working with persons with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism , trauma and life transitions.
I have worked in the mental health field for the past 11 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Louis University and my Master's degree in professional counseling is from Lindenwood University. My experience encompasses working with many varied populations from age 8 and up. I have worked in a domestic violence shelter, domestic violence hot line, IOP , LGBTQ + community , facilitated support groups in parenting issues and substance abuse issues.
(314) 207-0387 View (314) 207-0387
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Sarah Burns, LMSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63021  (Online Only)
I have a down-to-earth and genuine approach and may even add in a little touch of humor.
I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, and related anxiety disorders. Has the need for control taken control over your life? Have avoidance, distraction, or other strategies you use to ease your anxiety created problems in the long run?  Therapy can provide you with the tools to not only reduce your suffering, but produce a life better than you ever imagined. Working together, I will help you face irrational fears, challenge ingrained thoughts and behaviors, and find more effective ways to cope.
I have a down-to-earth and genuine approach and may even add in a little touch of humor.
I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, and related anxiety disorders. Has the need for control taken control over your life? Have avoidance, distraction, or other strategies you use to ease your anxiety created problems in the long run?  Therapy can provide you with the tools to not only reduce your suffering, but produce a life better than you ever imagined. Working together, I will help you face irrational fears, challenge ingrained thoughts and behaviors, and find more effective ways to cope.
(314) 794-7370 View (314) 794-7370
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Nichole Oliver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, NPT-C, DAAETS
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
My focus is adults with trauma/post-traumatic stress (PTSD), attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), and Grief.
As an Integrative Therapist, I bring together the whole person- emotional, cognitive, behavioral, physiological, and spiritual dimensions of each individual client for lasting change. Incorporating practical neuroscience to improve neurobiology, emotional regulation, calming the mind & body, and reducing anxiety and fear. Bridging the gap between where you are today and your best-authentic self. Helping clients reduce and eliminate traumatic memories, automatic negative thoughts, rumination, patterns of self-defeating behaviors, and subconscious mechanisms is the primary goal. Mind-body therapy for lasting change!
My focus is adults with trauma/post-traumatic stress (PTSD), attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), and Grief.
As an Integrative Therapist, I bring together the whole person- emotional, cognitive, behavioral, physiological, and spiritual dimensions of each individual client for lasting change. Incorporating practical neuroscience to improve neurobiology, emotional regulation, calming the mind & body, and reducing anxiety and fear. Bridging the gap between where you are today and your best-authentic self. Helping clients reduce and eliminate traumatic memories, automatic negative thoughts, rumination, patterns of self-defeating behaviors, and subconscious mechanisms is the primary goal. Mind-body therapy for lasting change!
(314) 551-9221 View (314) 551-9221

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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.