ADHD Therapists in Swarthmore, PA

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Lauren Farley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
I work with all ages and make it a point to meet my clients where they are at presently and work on making goals to help improve their overall quality of life. I have worked as a therapist for over fourteen years with children and adolescents specifically with a focus on finding ways to combat symptoms of ADHD , depression and anxiety. I have also worked with the adult population for several years and have been successful in guiding them in taking significant steps towards overcoming depression, anxiety and mending issues in their relationships and helping them make changes in their family or work environments.
I work with all ages and make it a point to meet my clients where they are at presently and work on making goals to help improve their overall quality of life. I have worked as a therapist for over fourteen years with children and adolescents specifically with a focus on finding ways to combat symptoms of ADHD , depression and anxiety. I have also worked with the adult population for several years and have been successful in guiding them in taking significant steps towards overcoming depression, anxiety and mending issues in their relationships and helping them make changes in their family or work environments.
(484) 443-4032 View (484) 443-4032
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Dr. Monica Buklan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
My areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.
Adversity is a shared human experience. Sometimes even with your greatest efforts and supports, it feels that no matter what you do, you cannot seem to pass this roadblock in life. As a Licensed Psychologist, I help children, teens, and adults move past this impasse. My aim is to help you develop skills and strategies that you can carry with you throughout your journey. Whether you’re seeking help for you or your child, know that change is possible. While we do not get to choose our problems, we can choose how to respond to them.
My areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.
Adversity is a shared human experience. Sometimes even with your greatest efforts and supports, it feels that no matter what you do, you cannot seem to pass this roadblock in life. As a Licensed Psychologist, I help children, teens, and adults move past this impasse. My aim is to help you develop skills and strategies that you can carry with you throughout your journey. Whether you’re seeking help for you or your child, know that change is possible. While we do not get to choose our problems, we can choose how to respond to them.
(267) 578-3440 View (267) 578-3440
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Meg Ardizzi LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Specializing in adolescent and adult cognitive behavioral therapy, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, social skills, bipolar disorder, stress management, relationship issues, depression, life transitions.
Dedicated to providing a comfortable and safe environment for children, adolescents and adults. Individual and family work, parental/ adult coaching, coping mechanisms and realistic goal setting. Positive experience and outcome for clients.
Specializing in adolescent and adult cognitive behavioral therapy, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, social skills, bipolar disorder, stress management, relationship issues, depression, life transitions.
Dedicated to providing a comfortable and safe environment for children, adolescents and adults. Individual and family work, parental/ adult coaching, coping mechanisms and realistic goal setting. Positive experience and outcome for clients.
(610) 440-4695 View (610) 440-4695
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Joe Alvayero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also assist with anger management, trauma, grief, ADHD, and stress.
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles and use the evidence-based Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model to help families, couples, and individuals achieve their treatment goals.
I also assist with anger management, trauma, grief, ADHD, and stress.
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles and use the evidence-based Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model to help families, couples, and individuals achieve their treatment goals.
(215) 795-5231 View (215) 795-5231
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CBT Center for Anxiety & OCD
PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
(610) 756-1601 View (610) 756-1601
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Katie Alvayero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LBS, LPC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081  (Online Only)
I have expertise in autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, oppositional defiance disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, and trauma, utilizing evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Strength-Based counseling.
I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating challenging transitions, seeking balance, managing relationship conflicts, and enhancing social skills in demanding environments like school and work. With over 13 years of experience in child, adolescent, and family therapy, I also offer clinical and licensure supervision. My warm and collaborative style fosters an environment of unconditional positive regard and safety, encouraging open expression of thoughts and feelings.
I have expertise in autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, oppositional defiance disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, and trauma, utilizing evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Strength-Based counseling.
I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating challenging transitions, seeking balance, managing relationship conflicts, and enhancing social skills in demanding environments like school and work. With over 13 years of experience in child, adolescent, and family therapy, I also offer clinical and licensure supervision. My warm and collaborative style fosters an environment of unconditional positive regard and safety, encouraging open expression of thoughts and feelings.
(484) 559-1858 View (484) 559-1858
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Stephen DelGrosso
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
I provide informed care in regards to ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bereavement/Grief/Loss, Depression, PTSD, trauma and more.
While my licensure is listed as Marriage and Family, I primarily provide individual therapy. I work with the age range of 18 to 55. I have a focus in a variety of specialties and have a subspecialty in Substance Use & Addiction, though I cannot provide drug & alcohol counseling for court-appointed therapy.
I provide informed care in regards to ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bereavement/Grief/Loss, Depression, PTSD, trauma and more.
While my licensure is listed as Marriage and Family, I primarily provide individual therapy. I work with the age range of 18 to 55. I have a focus in a variety of specialties and have a subspecialty in Substance Use & Addiction, though I cannot provide drug & alcohol counseling for court-appointed therapy.
(610) 632-6441 View (610) 632-6441
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Shannon Stewart
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081  (Online Only)
Our group practice centralizes care for People of Color, Queer, Transgender, Nonbinary, Neurodivergent, and Disabled communities. We are BIPOC & QT2S+ led. As integrative, holistic healers, we help you work through life adjustments, anxiety, depression, and trauma. If you are entering a process of self-exploration and want to own your place and identity in this world with skilled providers who mirror you, welcome home. Together, we'll discover the parts of you that need to be witnessed, healed, released, and cleared so you can reclaim and empower the parts that have been neglected, forgotten, or ignored.
Our group practice centralizes care for People of Color, Queer, Transgender, Nonbinary, Neurodivergent, and Disabled communities. We are BIPOC & QT2S+ led. As integrative, holistic healers, we help you work through life adjustments, anxiety, depression, and trauma. If you are entering a process of self-exploration and want to own your place and identity in this world with skilled providers who mirror you, welcome home. Together, we'll discover the parts of you that need to be witnessed, healed, released, and cleared so you can reclaim and empower the parts that have been neglected, forgotten, or ignored.
(401) 441-5834 View (401) 441-5834
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Nanine Valen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Drawing on extensive training and background, I offer a widely varied range of treatment specialties in an interactive emotionally present therapy supporting my client's personal growth and well being as they learn techniques to reduce stress, clear the mind of fears and illusions, connecting to their own needs and feelings. My experience confirms that the expertise of the therapist is important, but equally vital is her depth of caring. I approach each client with an eclectic and open mind, drawing on techniques from Structural Family Therapy for Marital and Family problems, Cognitive/Behavioral, Mind/Body, Psychodynamic, Jungian-Oriented Dreamwork, Existential/Humanistic, Hypnotherapy.
Drawing on extensive training and background, I offer a widely varied range of treatment specialties in an interactive emotionally present therapy supporting my client's personal growth and well being as they learn techniques to reduce stress, clear the mind of fears and illusions, connecting to their own needs and feelings. My experience confirms that the expertise of the therapist is important, but equally vital is her depth of caring. I approach each client with an eclectic and open mind, drawing on techniques from Structural Family Therapy for Marital and Family problems, Cognitive/Behavioral, Mind/Body, Psychodynamic, Jungian-Oriented Dreamwork, Existential/Humanistic, Hypnotherapy.
(610) 915-8420 View (610) 915-8420
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Higher Ground Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Welcome to Higher Ground Behavioral Health! We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call or email us.
Welcome to Higher Ground Behavioral Health! We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call or email us.
(610) 638-2642 View (610) 638-2642
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Heather M Bellini
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Transform yourself and your relationships. I use evidence-based treatment strategies and mindfulness practices to help my clients strengthen themselves and their families, improve their overall health, find balance and achieve their personal goals.
Transform yourself and your relationships. I use evidence-based treatment strategies and mindfulness practices to help my clients strengthen themselves and their families, improve their overall health, find balance and achieve their personal goals.
(509) 412-3732 View (509) 412-3732
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Hilary Kratz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081  (Online Only)
I'm a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing assessment and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (e.g., hair-pulling, skin-picking), tic disorders, and related concerns among youth, as well as supporting parents through parenting challenges and stress. I am based in the greater Philadelphia region and currently provide telehealth services to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware residents.
I'm a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing assessment and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (e.g., hair-pulling, skin-picking), tic disorders, and related concerns among youth, as well as supporting parents through parenting challenges and stress. I am based in the greater Philadelphia region and currently provide telehealth services to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware residents.
(610) 580-0224 View (610) 580-0224
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Jeannette Jefferson
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081  (Online Only)
I am enthusiastic about working with young adults, teens, children and I believe there is no such thing as an ideal client since we're not living in the most ideal world. I believe in being that supportive and directive person in a client's life who is taking the journey with them. I work with a wide range of issues and address these through evidence based practices and skills within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, sand tray, and positive psychology. In regards to children, I focus my skills on therapeutic play and art to aid in processing and emotion regulation.
I am enthusiastic about working with young adults, teens, children and I believe there is no such thing as an ideal client since we're not living in the most ideal world. I believe in being that supportive and directive person in a client's life who is taking the journey with them. I work with a wide range of issues and address these through evidence based practices and skills within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, sand tray, and positive psychology. In regards to children, I focus my skills on therapeutic play and art to aid in processing and emotion regulation.
(610) 839-7508 View (610) 839-7508
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Dr. Amanda Koniewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my practice! I'm a licensed mental health therapist with a dedicated focus on helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My practice is founded on principles of empathy, respect, and individualized care. Seeking therapy is a significant step, and I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and experiences. My mission is to empower you to live a balanced, fulfilling life by offering high-quality mental health care. I believe in your capacity for growth and change, and I am here to help you harness your inner strengths to navigate life's challenges.
Welcome to my practice! I'm a licensed mental health therapist with a dedicated focus on helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My practice is founded on principles of empathy, respect, and individualized care. Seeking therapy is a significant step, and I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and experiences. My mission is to empower you to live a balanced, fulfilling life by offering high-quality mental health care. I believe in your capacity for growth and change, and I am here to help you harness your inner strengths to navigate life's challenges.
(610) 320-2638 View (610) 320-2638
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Higher Ground Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Welcome to Higher Ground Behavioral Health! We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call or email us.
Welcome to Higher Ground Behavioral Health! We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call or email us.
(856) 335-3129 View (856) 335-3129
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Springfield Psychological
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
We are a friendly mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens, and children since 1985. Our compassionate and caring team of licensed clinicians offer diverse expertise and are dedicated to helping people manage life's challenges. With eight locations in PA, and two locations in New Jersey. We offer flexible scheduling options, and we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
We are a friendly mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens, and children since 1985. Our compassionate and caring team of licensed clinicians offer diverse expertise and are dedicated to helping people manage life's challenges. With eight locations in PA, and two locations in New Jersey. We offer flexible scheduling options, and we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
(610) 572-3474 View (610) 572-3474
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Amy Fantalis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
My entire career, I have worked mainly with teens, young adults and families. I believe strongly in the power of the relationship and work hard to help families connect in an honest and genuine way with their kids. I have a fundamental belief that most people do their best, have good intentions and want to be loved and appreciated. With this in mind, I believe strongly in the work I do and services I offer. I provide individual, family and group therapy and focus on helping people better listen, trust and connect with one another despite the diagnosis or symptoms.
My entire career, I have worked mainly with teens, young adults and families. I believe strongly in the power of the relationship and work hard to help families connect in an honest and genuine way with their kids. I have a fundamental belief that most people do their best, have good intentions and want to be loved and appreciated. With this in mind, I believe strongly in the work I do and services I offer. I provide individual, family and group therapy and focus on helping people better listen, trust and connect with one another despite the diagnosis or symptoms.
(610) 585-1373 View (610) 585-1373
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Vanessa L Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Are you and your significant other constantly arguing? Is your teenager going down the wrong path? Do you feel like everyone is always depending on you? Do you struggle to get out of bed sometimes? Are you afraid of losing your relationship? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, I am here to help. I have experience helping distressed families, working with couples who are breaking up, and improving parent-child relationships. I believe it's important to guide families even-handedly, not taking sides or making people feel guilty.
Are you and your significant other constantly arguing? Is your teenager going down the wrong path? Do you feel like everyone is always depending on you? Do you struggle to get out of bed sometimes? Are you afraid of losing your relationship? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, I am here to help. I have experience helping distressed families, working with couples who are breaking up, and improving parent-child relationships. I believe it's important to guide families even-handedly, not taking sides or making people feel guilty.
(484) 376-5729 View (484) 376-5729
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Laura Lowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Therapy can be an exciting and rewarding journey, although challenging at times. I am available to help as you explore therapy and changes in your life. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist with 30 years of experience. I have received extensive training in sandtray and play therapy. Additionally, I trained in advanced contextual family therapy for over 25 years. I provide individual, family, couples, and play therapy. As a registered play therapist, I am trained to work with children as young as age 4. However, I work with all age groups.
Therapy can be an exciting and rewarding journey, although challenging at times. I am available to help as you explore therapy and changes in your life. I am a licensed clinical social worker and registered play therapist with 30 years of experience. I have received extensive training in sandtray and play therapy. Additionally, I trained in advanced contextual family therapy for over 25 years. I provide individual, family, couples, and play therapy. As a registered play therapist, I am trained to work with children as young as age 4. However, I work with all age groups.
(215) 995-5194 View (215) 995-5194
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Lillian Rozin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT, MFA
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I am very interactive, utilize humor, my own experience, and a lot of mindfulness in my approach. I am trained in yoga and other meditation techniques, and often integrate that background into the therapeutic process. I believe that you are the expert of yourself, and my role is to accompany you in recognizing and owning that. I will help you not only understand why you are suffering, but also learn tools from many different traditions for dealing with life's challenges. I specialize in helping motivated people navigate the challenging changes in life.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I am very interactive, utilize humor, my own experience, and a lot of mindfulness in my approach. I am trained in yoga and other meditation techniques, and often integrate that background into the therapeutic process. I believe that you are the expert of yourself, and my role is to accompany you in recognizing and owning that. I will help you not only understand why you are suffering, but also learn tools from many different traditions for dealing with life's challenges. I specialize in helping motivated people navigate the challenging changes in life.
(484) 255-4676 View (484) 255-4676
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.