Living with ADHD is often much more serious that people realize. ADHD treatment will help you:

 

-improve your functioning

-enhance self-esteem

-expand your personal and emotional effectiveness

-improve relationships

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ADHD IS NOT ABOUT KNOWING WHAT TO DO, BUT ABOUT DOING WHAT ONE KNOWS. -RUSSELL BARKLEY

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I offer a personalized, organized approach to solving chronic disorganization.

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-emotion-focused therapy

-cognitive and behavioral therapies

-mindfulness training 

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A. ADHD EDUCATION GOALS

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1. Explore how ADHD is diagnosed using symptom criteria. 

2. Understand the role of the neurotransmitter, dopamine.

3. Learn the different aspects of executive functioning and how it relates to ADHD

4. Understand medication options- stimulants are the 'gold standard' medical intervention but there are alternatives

5. Explore co-occuring disorders such as anxiety and addiction

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Next we will begin to explore what changes you would like to try. I will help you explore what direction you feel inspired to move in. Effective change is incremental and manageable, not intimidating or overwhelming. 

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B. ASSESSMENT​

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1. Explore your symptoms today

2. Your history of symptoms

3. The functional impact of ADHD on your life

4. The emotional impact on your life

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C. BIG 5 'BOTTOM UP' DOMAINS OF ADHD TREATMENT

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Let's explore how much you can improve your ADHD symptoms through slow, incremental lifestyle changes. Don't be intimidated! ​

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1. CALENDAR-- I'll teach you 4 steps to developing a calendar that feels helpful 

2. DIET

3. SLEEP

4. EXERCISE

5. EXTERNAL SUPPORT

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D. TOP DOWN INTERVENTIONS​

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1. Cognitive skills to manage anxiety

2. Mindfulness skills to help manage emotions and strengthen impulse-control.

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