ADHD Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
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Aviva Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19146 (Online Only)
I work with adults with ADHD.
It is my honor to collaborate with clients as they access their strengths and resilience to make and maintain meaningful change. I work to create a warm, non-judgment, and trauma-informed therapy space, so we can develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to your personal values and needs. We then partner together as we explore the many facets and layers of you, your family, and your environment in order to help you learn more about yourself, understand your struggles, and make concrete changes in your life. I believe in a person’s ongoing ability to grow and change and it is my pleasure to partner with you on that journey.
I work with adults with ADHD.
It is my honor to collaborate with clients as they access their strengths and resilience to make and maintain meaningful change. I work to create a warm, non-judgment, and trauma-informed therapy space, so we can develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to your personal values and needs. We then partner together as we explore the many facets and layers of you, your family, and your environment in order to help you learn more about yourself, understand your struggles, and make concrete changes in your life. I believe in a person’s ongoing ability to grow and change and it is my pleasure to partner with you on that journey.
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Sophie Nathan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19119 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, parenthood and LGBTQ+ folks in particular.
My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported and understood. Whether you are coming to therapy to navigate difficult life changes, in order to set healthy boundaries, for support in reframing your anxious thoughts, thinking through how your past family dynamics affect you or navigating your identity, I am here to offer encouraging guidance, direct engagement and nurturing support. Therapy is a collaborative process and I take a relational approach to support you in expressing yourself authentically, navigating change, reframing negative self talk, setting healthy boundaries and supporting you in enhancing the way you cope.
I enjoy working with adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, parenthood and LGBTQ+ folks in particular.
My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported and understood. Whether you are coming to therapy to navigate difficult life changes, in order to set healthy boundaries, for support in reframing your anxious thoughts, thinking through how your past family dynamics affect you or navigating your identity, I am here to offer encouraging guidance, direct engagement and nurturing support. Therapy is a collaborative process and I take a relational approach to support you in expressing yourself authentically, navigating change, reframing negative self talk, setting healthy boundaries and supporting you in enhancing the way you cope.
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Yasmeen Lambert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Within these contexts, I support individuals navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity and gender issues, community violence, and systemic racism.
I believe therapy is about creating a safe space for you to develop a meaningful relationship with yourself that supports your desired growth and change. I strive to be a collaborative partner with you in session, because you are the expert on matters regarding your own life experience. I bring empathy, authenticity, and flexibility to the therapeutic relationship, allowing me to understand a variety of experiences and perspectives. I believe therapy is a guide for helping you achieve and maintain balance in your life by tapping into your natural abilities and skills.
Within these contexts, I support individuals navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity and gender issues, community violence, and systemic racism.
I believe therapy is about creating a safe space for you to develop a meaningful relationship with yourself that supports your desired growth and change. I strive to be a collaborative partner with you in session, because you are the expert on matters regarding your own life experience. I bring empathy, authenticity, and flexibility to the therapeutic relationship, allowing me to understand a variety of experiences and perspectives. I believe therapy is a guide for helping you achieve and maintain balance in your life by tapping into your natural abilities and skills.
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Sloane Ferenchak
Psychological Associate, PsyD, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19129 (Online Only)
My goal is to foster a warm, accepting, and respectful environment where we celebrate the beauty of ADHD while exploring and addressing the practical, emotional, psychological, and relational impacts of being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world.
I feel both honored and privileged to partner with individuals and couples to build their understanding of their challenges, leverage their strengths, and create personalized strategies to make meaningful changes in their lives. As a therapist with ADHD, I recognize that one of the most painful experiences that come with ADHD is feeling “in your own way” and the sense of thwarted potential that comes along with it. I also know that ADHD doesn’t just impact attention, organization, and motivation; it can affect your entire life, from your performance at work to your home life and inner world.
My goal is to foster a warm, accepting, and respectful environment where we celebrate the beauty of ADHD while exploring and addressing the practical, emotional, psychological, and relational impacts of being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world.
I feel both honored and privileged to partner with individuals and couples to build their understanding of their challenges, leverage their strengths, and create personalized strategies to make meaningful changes in their lives. As a therapist with ADHD, I recognize that one of the most painful experiences that come with ADHD is feeling “in your own way” and the sense of thwarted potential that comes along with it. I also know that ADHD doesn’t just impact attention, organization, and motivation; it can affect your entire life, from your performance at work to your home life and inner world.
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Diane Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19144 (Online Only)
With everything going on in your world, ADHD may feel like the last thing you want to be dealing with right now. You may have a job, a family, and you just want to complete the goals you set for yourself, but things aren’t working the way you want them to. Maybe you’ve tried treatment in the past and it didn’t work out or maybe this is the first time you’re considering it. However you got here, I’m glad you made it. It takes courage to recognize that you could use support getting to a place where you feel more balanced in your life– like you can finally act on your intentions.
With everything going on in your world, ADHD may feel like the last thing you want to be dealing with right now. You may have a job, a family, and you just want to complete the goals you set for yourself, but things aren’t working the way you want them to. Maybe you’ve tried treatment in the past and it didn’t work out or maybe this is the first time you’re considering it. However you got here, I’m glad you made it. It takes courage to recognize that you could use support getting to a place where you feel more balanced in your life– like you can finally act on your intentions.
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Getting help can feel like a big step to take sometimes. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, autism, LGBTQIA+ issues, or anything in between, I'd feel privileged to help you along this journey and meet you where you are. Psychological distress can impact both your internal world, and your relationships, so my goal is to help you understand this impact, and work together to reduce it, grow through it, and find a way to live a meaningful and value-aligned life despite any struggles that you're facing.
Getting help can feel like a big step to take sometimes. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, autism, LGBTQIA+ issues, or anything in between, I'd feel privileged to help you along this journey and meet you where you are. Psychological distress can impact both your internal world, and your relationships, so my goal is to help you understand this impact, and work together to reduce it, grow through it, and find a way to live a meaningful and value-aligned life despite any struggles that you're facing.
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Lydia Bennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
My typical client is trying their best to navigate their lives and feels thrown off course by symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, family conflict or self doubt.
Finding a therapist can be difficult and prioritizing yourself can be even harder. You may be seeking support for feeling overwhelmed, disorganized, or trying to balance too much at once. Or you may be like many people and experience guilt or shame because you think you aren't living up to personal or societal expectations. These all can effect how you feel about yourself, your work and your relationships. It's hard to know where to start and that's why I'm here. Therapy is a space where we can identify what it is you want from life and develop strategies to help you not only cope but also develop proactive ways to help you thrive.
My typical client is trying their best to navigate their lives and feels thrown off course by symptoms of ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, family conflict or self doubt.
Finding a therapist can be difficult and prioritizing yourself can be even harder. You may be seeking support for feeling overwhelmed, disorganized, or trying to balance too much at once. Or you may be like many people and experience guilt or shame because you think you aren't living up to personal or societal expectations. These all can effect how you feel about yourself, your work and your relationships. It's hard to know where to start and that's why I'm here. Therapy is a space where we can identify what it is you want from life and develop strategies to help you not only cope but also develop proactive ways to help you thrive.
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Maryalyce Rensa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Online Only)
MaryAlyce Rensa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania, who has 30 years of experience counseling adults, teens, and children seeking help with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and trauma. MaryAlyce completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from University of MD, University College, and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Towson University in Towson, MD.
MaryAlyce Rensa is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania, who has 30 years of experience counseling adults, teens, and children seeking help with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and trauma. MaryAlyce completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from University of MD, University College, and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Towson University in Towson, MD.
Katherine Martin, Psychological Services
Psychologist, MEd, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19147
I have worked with children, their parents and teachers for over 25 years performing comprehensive cognitive, neuropsychological, developmental, educational and personality assessment. My practice includes developing strategies for children and adolescents with learning, emotional and developmental disabilities which includes parent training, advocacy and teacher consultation. I also perform evaluations for eligibility for gifted and talented programs, adolescents who need accommodations for taking the SAT's and educational support plans for higher education. I have extensive training and experience in the development of programs for children with high functioning autism, ADHD, dyslexia and complex learning disorders.
I have worked with children, their parents and teachers for over 25 years performing comprehensive cognitive, neuropsychological, developmental, educational and personality assessment. My practice includes developing strategies for children and adolescents with learning, emotional and developmental disabilities which includes parent training, advocacy and teacher consultation. I also perform evaluations for eligibility for gifted and talented programs, adolescents who need accommodations for taking the SAT's and educational support plans for higher education. I have extensive training and experience in the development of programs for children with high functioning autism, ADHD, dyslexia and complex learning disorders.
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Conor MacGregor, Ph.D.is a PA licensed psychologist who received his doctorate in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He brings to LifeStance a wide range of clinical experience over the past 10 years including work in outpatient and inpatient settings providing individual and family therapy as well as neuropsychological testing. In addition to his experience in general practice treating adults with common concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, and stress, Conor has a vast amount of experience providing family therapy as well as treating children and adolescents.
Conor MacGregor, Ph.D.is a PA licensed psychologist who received his doctorate in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He brings to LifeStance a wide range of clinical experience over the past 10 years including work in outpatient and inpatient settings providing individual and family therapy as well as neuropsychological testing. In addition to his experience in general practice treating adults with common concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, and stress, Conor has a vast amount of experience providing family therapy as well as treating children and adolescents.
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Lillian Dunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I specialize in treating attachment trauma, CPTSD and ADHD.
Many of my clients have tried traditional talk therapy before, but felt it didn't go deep enough or actually change anything. Others need the trustworthy, safe, and affirmative space they didn't have in childhood. My style is loving and experiential. I hold space for the emotional experimentation and learning that leads to long-term change.
I specialize in treating attachment trauma, CPTSD and ADHD.
Many of my clients have tried traditional talk therapy before, but felt it didn't go deep enough or actually change anything. Others need the trustworthy, safe, and affirmative space they didn't have in childhood. My style is loving and experiential. I hold space for the emotional experimentation and learning that leads to long-term change.
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I particularly enjoy working with individuals and families affected by anxiety and/or ADHD.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to provide evidence-based treatment that meets your needs. I use a cognitive behavioral approach (CBT) with a systemic lens to always consider the context in which a person lives. I believe that individuals are shaped by their experiences, as well as their interactions with the significant people and systems in their lives, and we have to take that context into account when addressing your problems to create the change you want to see. I work with my clients to identify what's getting in the way of living the life you want and help you learn strategies to overcome those challenges.
I particularly enjoy working with individuals and families affected by anxiety and/or ADHD.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to provide evidence-based treatment that meets your needs. I use a cognitive behavioral approach (CBT) with a systemic lens to always consider the context in which a person lives. I believe that individuals are shaped by their experiences, as well as their interactions with the significant people and systems in their lives, and we have to take that context into account when addressing your problems to create the change you want to see. I work with my clients to identify what's getting in the way of living the life you want and help you learn strategies to overcome those challenges.
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Derik B Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I also love working with children, teens, couples & families! I'm an ADHD-CCSP (certified specialist).
Hi, I'm Derik Moore, LCSW. I worked as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor for 10 years in the community mental health realm prior to establishing my own practice. I began my career working with those living with HIV as an activist in the mid-1990s in Newark and New Brunswick, NJ, where I engaged in street outreach and advocated for a harm reduction approach. This work informed my commitment to public health and to exploring how economic and sociological factors play significant roles in the ways we move through the world. I have also been a musician for nearly 40 years and offer virtual and in-person drum lessons.
I also love working with children, teens, couples & families! I'm an ADHD-CCSP (certified specialist).
Hi, I'm Derik Moore, LCSW. I worked as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor for 10 years in the community mental health realm prior to establishing my own practice. I began my career working with those living with HIV as an activist in the mid-1990s in Newark and New Brunswick, NJ, where I engaged in street outreach and advocated for a harm reduction approach. This work informed my commitment to public health and to exploring how economic and sociological factors play significant roles in the ways we move through the world. I have also been a musician for nearly 40 years and offer virtual and in-person drum lessons.
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Andi L Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19122 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a warm and open space to process anxiety, trauma, or other life events? I enjoy working with individuals who are living with ADHD, have experienced trauma, or have a unique family formation. I tailor our work to your unique situation. I bring warmth, energy, and openness to each session. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and bring a trauma-informed approach to therapy. I also have experience working with all members of the adoption triad & have completed additional training in adoption-informed therapeutic practice as well as additional training in CBT for ADHD through the Beck Institute.
Are you looking for a warm and open space to process anxiety, trauma, or other life events? I enjoy working with individuals who are living with ADHD, have experienced trauma, or have a unique family formation. I tailor our work to your unique situation. I bring warmth, energy, and openness to each session. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and bring a trauma-informed approach to therapy. I also have experience working with all members of the adoption triad & have completed additional training in adoption-informed therapeutic practice as well as additional training in CBT for ADHD through the Beck Institute.
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Zemi Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19118 (Online Only)
Have you ever found yourself wondering: why does this keep happening? Perhaps your relationships all tend to end the same or your friendships never seem as close as you thought they were. Or no matter what you do you can't seem to shake this feeling of worry or sadness. I am dedicated to helping you in understanding your depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, relationship distress/sexual difficulties, gender identity issues, & parent-child relationships (just to name a few) and assisting you in making the changes to improve.
Have you ever found yourself wondering: why does this keep happening? Perhaps your relationships all tend to end the same or your friendships never seem as close as you thought they were. Or no matter what you do you can't seem to shake this feeling of worry or sadness. I am dedicated to helping you in understanding your depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, relationship distress/sexual difficulties, gender identity issues, & parent-child relationships (just to name a few) and assisting you in making the changes to improve.
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If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.
If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.
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Adults experiencing work or personal difficulties due to diagnosed or suspected ADHD is a specialty and in such cases we work to develop strategies for better organization and focus.
I believe people seek help from when they get "stuck" in some aspect of their lives. Through my 25 plus years of practice I work to help others make changes, choices, solve problems, and to grow in order to get "unstuck" and progress. I take an active, interactive, and supportive approach to therapy and use a variety of approaches as needed, sometimes working with the past and always with applications to the present.
Adults experiencing work or personal difficulties due to diagnosed or suspected ADHD is a specialty and in such cases we work to develop strategies for better organization and focus.
I believe people seek help from when they get "stuck" in some aspect of their lives. Through my 25 plus years of practice I work to help others make changes, choices, solve problems, and to grow in order to get "unstuck" and progress. I take an active, interactive, and supportive approach to therapy and use a variety of approaches as needed, sometimes working with the past and always with applications to the present.
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I have over 15 years experience providing adults, parents and students guidance to improve ADHD living, communication, and skills to enhance life success.
With over 15 years experience in life coaching, I can help you reach your full potential by helping you focus on your individual strengths, skills, and talents. I provide one-on-one consultation in the areas you need most, and commit to providing you with superb quality guidance to help meet your life goals. I design specialized programs tailored to meet specific goals and individual needs. I will empower you with tools, resources, strategies, and practices to help enhance the quality of your life. Request more information on an individualized coaching plan.
I have over 15 years experience providing adults, parents and students guidance to improve ADHD living, communication, and skills to enhance life success.
With over 15 years experience in life coaching, I can help you reach your full potential by helping you focus on your individual strengths, skills, and talents. I provide one-on-one consultation in the areas you need most, and commit to providing you with superb quality guidance to help meet your life goals. I design specialized programs tailored to meet specific goals and individual needs. I will empower you with tools, resources, strategies, and practices to help enhance the quality of your life. Request more information on an individualized coaching plan.
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I work with children, teenagers, and adults to assess for Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, social/emotional difficulties, and more.
For those currently feeling challenged by school, work, relationships, anxiety, executive functioning, or mood regulation, an accurate assessment can provide appropriate diagnoses, treatment plans, and a deeper self-understanding. Life's challenges are complex and knowing how to navigate them can be overwhelming. I conduct comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to empower individuals and families. Using a systemic and individually tailored approach, an evaluation is used for identifying strengths, learning styles, and limitations. This allows for specific treatment and/or school-based recommendations.
I work with children, teenagers, and adults to assess for Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, social/emotional difficulties, and more.
For those currently feeling challenged by school, work, relationships, anxiety, executive functioning, or mood regulation, an accurate assessment can provide appropriate diagnoses, treatment plans, and a deeper self-understanding. Life's challenges are complex and knowing how to navigate them can be overwhelming. I conduct comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations to empower individuals and families. Using a systemic and individually tailored approach, an evaluation is used for identifying strengths, learning styles, and limitations. This allows for specific treatment and/or school-based recommendations.
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Maybe you have anxiety, experienced trauma, or diagnosed with ADHD and you're looking to heal those parts. Perhaps you’re struggling with your partner, friends, boss, or parents and you’re looking to understand those relationships deeper. It can feel overwhelming and isolating working on healing from negative experiences, I get it. We may oftentimes find ourselves feeling stuck and unsure of where to go to next. I want to help you overcome that. Changing is not necessarily the answer, but rather growing into the version of you that you want to see.
Maybe you have anxiety, experienced trauma, or diagnosed with ADHD and you're looking to heal those parts. Perhaps you’re struggling with your partner, friends, boss, or parents and you’re looking to understand those relationships deeper. It can feel overwhelming and isolating working on healing from negative experiences, I get it. We may oftentimes find ourselves feeling stuck and unsure of where to go to next. I want to help you overcome that. Changing is not necessarily the answer, but rather growing into the version of you that you want to see.
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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.