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Julie Barta
Licensed Educational Psychologist, PsyD, LEP, NCSP, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98042
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Joseph C McCarty, PhD, NCSP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b1d11955-fbe6-4a38-8258-49a11102fd42/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Joe exclusively provides psychological testing, at which he has 20+ yrs experience. Testing is a great way to answer questions about what’s going on with a person to guide treatment and document eligibility for services and funding, as well as to demystify mental processes that seem abstract and hard to understand. Testing can clarify diagnoses, give a picture of one’s attentional and emotional state, determine learning and developmental levels, and figure out if an ongoing form of treatment is working. Dr. Joe believes mental health services should be fun and human whenever possible! Special needs can often be accommodated.
Dr. Joe exclusively provides psychological testing, at which he has 20+ yrs experience. Testing is a great way to answer questions about what’s going on with a person to guide treatment and document eligibility for services and funding, as well as to demystify mental processes that seem abstract and hard to understand. Testing can clarify diagnoses, give a picture of one’s attentional and emotional state, determine learning and developmental levels, and figure out if an ongoing form of treatment is working. Dr. Joe believes mental health services should be fun and human whenever possible! Special needs can often be accommodated.
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Steven Katz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with makes the work of therapy easier and more productive. I try to help recognize and name the solutions which thankfully have helped us deal with the troubling events we have made it through. But those solutions- such as avoidance, doing too much for others and too little for ourselves, or over-focusing on work- can become entrenched and now get in the way of feeling at ease or fulfilled. Learning and trying new solutions helps us step away from these patterns. Let's see if we can accomplish something together.
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with makes the work of therapy easier and more productive. I try to help recognize and name the solutions which thankfully have helped us deal with the troubling events we have made it through. But those solutions- such as avoidance, doing too much for others and too little for ourselves, or over-focusing on work- can become entrenched and now get in the way of feeling at ease or fulfilled. Learning and trying new solutions helps us step away from these patterns. Let's see if we can accomplish something together.
![Photo of Sandy Trinh, PhD, NCSP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a92aff7b-5bfb-4215-9f50-deb8943a9275/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Trinh is a clinical child psychologist who specializes in psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents to address learning, developmental, social-emotional, and behavioral challenges. She also provides evidence-based behavioral interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, anxiety, and behavioral challenges.
Dr. Trinh is a clinical child psychologist who specializes in psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents to address learning, developmental, social-emotional, and behavioral challenges. She also provides evidence-based behavioral interventions for young children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, anxiety, and behavioral challenges.
![Photo of Marilyn T McCUNE, MA, LMHC, PhDc, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/af9d2c43-3e07-4f69-85f7-78a7011a33c4/2/320x400.jpeg)
I also provide neurocognitive assessments for giftendness, IQ, learning difficulties, ADHD, personality, diagnostic differentiation of psychological conditions, and autism.
Marilyn McCune, MA, LMHC, Ph.D. Candidate, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing psychotherapy services to preteens, adolescents, and young adults. Marilyn McCune holds Masters degrees in Cognitive Science from University College Dublin, Ireland, and Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA, and she is a Ph.D. Candidate (2023) in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University.
I also provide neurocognitive assessments for giftendness, IQ, learning difficulties, ADHD, personality, diagnostic differentiation of psychological conditions, and autism.
Marilyn McCune, MA, LMHC, Ph.D. Candidate, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing psychotherapy services to preteens, adolescents, and young adults. Marilyn McCune holds Masters degrees in Cognitive Science from University College Dublin, Ireland, and Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA, and she is a Ph.D. Candidate (2023) in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University.
![Photo of Chris Keller, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/423deaca-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
I provide assessment services to adults for ADHD and learning disabilities, as well as psychological evaluations.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I provide psychotherapy and assessment services to adults (individuals, couples, and groups) who are struggling to thrive. I help others increase insight into their struggles and make concrete changes toward experiencing a more fulfilling life. During difficult times it is common to struggle with daily functioning while also trying to heal broader psychological and emotional concerns (e.g., trauma, relational struggles, problematic behavior). Therefore, I often will establish short-term and long-term goals, collaboratively with you, so that counseling can be sustainable, supportive, and effective.
I provide assessment services to adults for ADHD and learning disabilities, as well as psychological evaluations.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I provide psychotherapy and assessment services to adults (individuals, couples, and groups) who are struggling to thrive. I help others increase insight into their struggles and make concrete changes toward experiencing a more fulfilling life. During difficult times it is common to struggle with daily functioning while also trying to heal broader psychological and emotional concerns (e.g., trauma, relational struggles, problematic behavior). Therefore, I often will establish short-term and long-term goals, collaboratively with you, so that counseling can be sustainable, supportive, and effective.
![Photo of Thomas Farmer, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4287ce92-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
While I am no longer in academia, I look forward to the learning process of getting to know and understand each of my clients.
Working with individuals and families is a collaborative process. I hope to use my many clinical experiences to help guide clients through a path toward more satisfaction in life. Therapy is not a process of simple "change," but rather a process of finding and developing aspects of satisfaction in careers, families, leisure, and relationships that likely exist when we weed through the days' challenges. Through my years as a clinician, I know how to challenge that process. Through my years of teaching, I know when I can simply step aside and admire the strengths that each of us have inside.
While I am no longer in academia, I look forward to the learning process of getting to know and understand each of my clients.
Working with individuals and families is a collaborative process. I hope to use my many clinical experiences to help guide clients through a path toward more satisfaction in life. Therapy is not a process of simple "change," but rather a process of finding and developing aspects of satisfaction in careers, families, leisure, and relationships that likely exist when we weed through the days' challenges. Through my years as a clinician, I know how to challenge that process. Through my years of teaching, I know when I can simply step aside and admire the strengths that each of us have inside.
![Photo of Elizabeth Holland, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40928f93-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I perform evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Specific Learning Disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), giftedness, school admissions, and documentation for accommodations testing.
Dr. Holland specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 4-24). Evaluations are tailored for your child and focus on both areas of strengths and difficulties. Currently, scheduling evaluations in the Seattle/Bellevue area in Fall 2024. Please go to my website for more information (fees, types of services offered, background, prospective client form): www.fidalgopsychology.com
I perform evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Specific Learning Disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), giftedness, school admissions, and documentation for accommodations testing.
Dr. Holland specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 4-24). Evaluations are tailored for your child and focus on both areas of strengths and difficulties. Currently, scheduling evaluations in the Seattle/Bellevue area in Fall 2024. Please go to my website for more information (fees, types of services offered, background, prospective client form): www.fidalgopsychology.com
Nelson's neuropsychological testing has been used in the following ways: to assist in identifying specific learning disorders; to determine capability to manage funds; to determine appropriate job placement; to determine workplace accommodations; to identify cognitive remediation strategies; to determine causality in head injury litigation cases; identification of dementia.
Clinical Psychology practice with an emphasis on clinical interviewing, psychological and neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, as well as evidence-based therapies for teens and adults suffering from depression, social anxiety, excessive worry, low self-esteem, insomnia, relationship difficulties, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity. Therapeutic approach combines action with an emphasis on making changes in how one thinks and acts and insight with an emphasis on gaining a greater understanding of the motivations underlying one's thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns.
Nelson's neuropsychological testing has been used in the following ways: to assist in identifying specific learning disorders; to determine capability to manage funds; to determine appropriate job placement; to determine workplace accommodations; to identify cognitive remediation strategies; to determine causality in head injury litigation cases; identification of dementia.
Clinical Psychology practice with an emphasis on clinical interviewing, psychological and neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, as well as evidence-based therapies for teens and adults suffering from depression, social anxiety, excessive worry, low self-esteem, insomnia, relationship difficulties, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity. Therapeutic approach combines action with an emphasis on making changes in how one thinks and acts and insight with an emphasis on gaining a greater understanding of the motivations underlying one's thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns.
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Dr. Tutty, MA, PhD, provides psychological and neuropsychological testing for autism, ADHD, complex mood conditions, gifted intelligence, and learning disabilities, which are often helpful for informing IEP and 504 plans. In addition, Dr. Tutty provides evaluations for individuals at crossroads with the court system in the area of family law (e.g., parental fitness), and tort law (e.g., personal injury). Finally, Dr. Tutty provides reunification counseling for parties experiencing ruptures in their parent-child bond, often following separation and divorce.
Dr. Tutty, MA, PhD, provides psychological and neuropsychological testing for autism, ADHD, complex mood conditions, gifted intelligence, and learning disabilities, which are often helpful for informing IEP and 504 plans. In addition, Dr. Tutty provides evaluations for individuals at crossroads with the court system in the area of family law (e.g., parental fitness), and tort law (e.g., personal injury). Finally, Dr. Tutty provides reunification counseling for parties experiencing ruptures in their parent-child bond, often following separation and divorce.
![Photo of Deirdre Stone, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c9eafc9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Parents sometimes face very important questions about their children, including: Does my child have ADHD or a learning disability? Why is my daughter having so many social difficulties? Is my son's defiance a normal part of his development? Is my teenager depressed? Are my child's worries normal for someone her age? Does my preschooler have a developmental delay? Is my child gifted? Is my daughter suffering post-concussion syndrome after her sports-related injury? Psychological and neuropsychological evaluations are used to answer these and other questions about a child’s development and needs.
Parents sometimes face very important questions about their children, including: Does my child have ADHD or a learning disability? Why is my daughter having so many social difficulties? Is my son's defiance a normal part of his development? Is my teenager depressed? Are my child's worries normal for someone her age? Does my preschooler have a developmental delay? Is my child gifted? Is my daughter suffering post-concussion syndrome after her sports-related injury? Psychological and neuropsychological evaluations are used to answer these and other questions about a child’s development and needs.
![Photo of Bonner Dobbs, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2606902a-0c91-4485-8e04-4920e2230f5c/2/320x400.jpeg)
I also provide comprehensive psychological assessments to diagnose and inform recommendations for ADHD, specific learning disorders, other questions.
I believe, and the research clearly indicates, that the bond you form with your therapist is the biggest predictor of positive outcomes. I therefore place a high emphasis on establishing a warm, safe environment for our relationship to grow. I like to understand therapy as a shared endeavor at pattern finding. If we can understand the personal and interpersonal patterns that contribute to your difficulties, we can address the root causes of those challenges and open up new ways of experiencing yourself and others.
I also provide comprehensive psychological assessments to diagnose and inform recommendations for ADHD, specific learning disorders, other questions.
I believe, and the research clearly indicates, that the bond you form with your therapist is the biggest predictor of positive outcomes. I therefore place a high emphasis on establishing a warm, safe environment for our relationship to grow. I like to understand therapy as a shared endeavor at pattern finding. If we can understand the personal and interpersonal patterns that contribute to your difficulties, we can address the root causes of those challenges and open up new ways of experiencing yourself and others.
![Photo of Dr. Ferlicia Fergusson-Prudent - Prudent Psychological Services, PsyD, LMHC, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e746b7a2-3815-4b60-9e84-d86fba45f422/1/320x400.jpeg)
She has in-depth expertise in assessment and diagnosis of learning, psychological, and developmental disorders.
PPS only provides evaluation services. Counseling is not available. Ferlicia Fergusson-Prudent, PsyD, is the owner and founder of Prudent Psychological Services. She is a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Dr. Fergusson-Prudent earned her Doctorate of Psychology and Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Northwest University in Kirkland, Washington. She also obtained a Master in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of the Virgin Islands in St. Thomas, USVI.
She has in-depth expertise in assessment and diagnosis of learning, psychological, and developmental disorders.
PPS only provides evaluation services. Counseling is not available. Ferlicia Fergusson-Prudent, PsyD, is the owner and founder of Prudent Psychological Services. She is a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Dr. Fergusson-Prudent earned her Doctorate of Psychology and Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Northwest University in Kirkland, Washington. She also obtained a Master in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of the Virgin Islands in St. Thomas, USVI.
![Photo of Perry Firth, PhD, EdS, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1dae1151-b1f9-49ef-b279-47f6943b0a3c/3/320x400.jpeg)
The clients I work with often feel different in some way, either because of neurodivergence, trauma, giftedness, or intense anxiety. Simply put, they process the world differently. The parents I see are doing their best to support their children's self-regulation even as they manage their own confusion and fatigue. They are looking for a guide rather than endless parenting blogs. My young adult clients are looking for ways to manage self-criticism, anxiety, and perfectionism. Frequently, they are processing trauma, striving to develop a balanced sense of self, and learning how to navigate relationships.
The clients I work with often feel different in some way, either because of neurodivergence, trauma, giftedness, or intense anxiety. Simply put, they process the world differently. The parents I see are doing their best to support their children's self-regulation even as they manage their own confusion and fatigue. They are looking for a guide rather than endless parenting blogs. My young adult clients are looking for ways to manage self-criticism, anxiety, and perfectionism. Frequently, they are processing trauma, striving to develop a balanced sense of self, and learning how to navigate relationships.
![Photo of Dr. Diane Shin, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eff17395-e6f3-420d-8da2-0e810000555e/1/320x400.png)
I specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults up to age 30. I collaborate with clients and families to explore questions and concerns related to attention/focus, executive functioning, learning/school difficulties, social-emotional and behavioral challenges, sensory differences, and giftedness. These evaluations can help identify strengths and vulnerabilities to provide guidance and recommendations for the home and school settings (IEP/504 supports) and treatment goals for therapists. I also specialize in assessing for autism in children, adolescents, and adults.
I specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults up to age 30. I collaborate with clients and families to explore questions and concerns related to attention/focus, executive functioning, learning/school difficulties, social-emotional and behavioral challenges, sensory differences, and giftedness. These evaluations can help identify strengths and vulnerabilities to provide guidance and recommendations for the home and school settings (IEP/504 supports) and treatment goals for therapists. I also specialize in assessing for autism in children, adolescents, and adults.
![Photo of Jennifer Gross, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bcd0f01-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/6/320x400.jpeg)
Effective 5/23/23, I am only providing services to clients seeking psychological evaluations. No counseling services are offered in my practice. Evaluations are commonly sought for concerns, such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, to name a few. Some clients who are experiencing Gender Dysphoria also seek evaluations to support medical transition services.
Effective 5/23/23, I am only providing services to clients seeking psychological evaluations. No counseling services are offered in my practice. Evaluations are commonly sought for concerns, such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, to name a few. Some clients who are experiencing Gender Dysphoria also seek evaluations to support medical transition services.
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Areas of interest and expertise include in-depth assessment of neuro-developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorders, learning disorders (including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia), ADHD and executive functioning challenges, identification of gifted and twice-ex children, and defining deficits related to prenatal substance exposure.
Maureen Turner, Psy.D. is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in the diagnostic evaluation of children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Turner earned undergraduate and graduate degrees at Stanford University. She then completed her doctoral work at Pepperdine University and her post-doctoral training at the Center on Human Development and Disability at the University of Washington Medical Center. She is experienced in assessing a wide range of ages and especially enjoys providing assessments for children and adolescents.
Areas of interest and expertise include in-depth assessment of neuro-developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorders, learning disorders (including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia), ADHD and executive functioning challenges, identification of gifted and twice-ex children, and defining deficits related to prenatal substance exposure.
Maureen Turner, Psy.D. is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in the diagnostic evaluation of children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Turner earned undergraduate and graduate degrees at Stanford University. She then completed her doctoral work at Pepperdine University and her post-doctoral training at the Center on Human Development and Disability at the University of Washington Medical Center. She is experienced in assessing a wide range of ages and especially enjoys providing assessments for children and adolescents.
![Photo of Jared Hellings, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4613ff6a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide evaluations for individuals who have problems with attention, learning (e.
**Accepting referrals for evaluations only*** I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in therapy for adolescents and adults as well as evaluations for learning and attention problems. I work with a variety of people who present with depression, anxiety, anger, relationship problems, as well as academic or learning difficulties. My focus in therapy is to help people understand, process, and regulate their emotions in effective and healthy ways. I see it as a collaborative process where we work together to find relief and new ways of being.
I provide evaluations for individuals who have problems with attention, learning (e.
**Accepting referrals for evaluations only*** I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in therapy for adolescents and adults as well as evaluations for learning and attention problems. I work with a variety of people who present with depression, anxiety, anger, relationship problems, as well as academic or learning difficulties. My focus in therapy is to help people understand, process, and regulate their emotions in effective and healthy ways. I see it as a collaborative process where we work together to find relief and new ways of being.
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, ADHD, Autism Spectrum, and Learning Disorders).
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Washington State and New Mexico), Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Prescribing Psychologist (New Mexico Only). I am an Affiliate Faculty in the PsyD Clinical Psychology Program at Antioch University, Seattle. My private practice (Lifespan Psychological Services, PS) with a primary location on Bainbridge Island, WA. The secondary location is in Las Cruces, NM. I also am also contracted, as a prescribing psychologist, with the Family Medicine Center at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM.
, ADHD, Autism Spectrum, and Learning Disorders).
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Washington State and New Mexico), Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Prescribing Psychologist (New Mexico Only). I am an Affiliate Faculty in the PsyD Clinical Psychology Program at Antioch University, Seattle. My private practice (Lifespan Psychological Services, PS) with a primary location on Bainbridge Island, WA. The secondary location is in Las Cruces, NM. I also am also contracted, as a prescribing psychologist, with the Family Medicine Center at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM.
![Photo of Nillie Fallah, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42c4ea51-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, underachievement, learning difficulties, motivation problems, and personality disorders. I especially enjoy working with families, adolescents and young adults. My background includes work within pediatric, community-based and private practice settings with individuals from diverse sociocultural backgrounds.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, underachievement, learning difficulties, motivation problems, and personality disorders. I especially enjoy working with families, adolescents and young adults. My background includes work within pediatric, community-based and private practice settings with individuals from diverse sociocultural backgrounds.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.