ADHD Psychologists and Therapists in Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
Alessandra brings great warmth, insight, support, and dedication to her work with clients. With a strong academic and intellectual background, she considers her greatest strength to be her ability to relate well to others and to understand their needs. She is motivated by a deep sense of compassion and a genuine commitment to helping others.
Sessions can be claimed through Medicare with a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) or an Eating Disorder Plan (EDP).
Alessandra brings great warmth, insight, support, and dedication to her work with clients. With a strong academic and intellectual background, she considers her greatest strength to be her ability to relate well to others and to understand their needs. She is motivated by a deep sense of compassion and a genuine commitment to helping others.
Sessions can be claimed through Medicare with a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) or an Eating Disorder Plan (EDP).
I have experience working in neuroaffirming ways with and celebrating neurodivergent identities—including ADHD, autistic people, AuDHD, and intellectual disability.
My approach style includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am trained in using a neurodiversity affirming style of practice, and approach all individual presentations with warmth and respect. Although therapy can be challenging, I do believe it can also be a positive journey!
I have experience working in neuroaffirming ways with and celebrating neurodivergent identities—including ADHD, autistic people, AuDHD, and intellectual disability.
My approach style includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am trained in using a neurodiversity affirming style of practice, and approach all individual presentations with warmth and respect. Although therapy can be challenging, I do believe it can also be a positive journey!
I work with all children, young people and adults but specialising in:- Neurodivergent minds, including Autism and ADHD.
Neuro affirming practice, empowering Children, Young People and Parents. I provide therapy to private clients and NDIS participants. Supporting positive changes to live your best life. Find relief, guidance and connection with a compassionate counsellor who understands the amazing ND brain, parenting and life challenges. Rediscover your strength and reclaim joy.
I work with all children, young people and adults but specialising in:- Neurodivergent minds, including Autism and ADHD.
Neuro affirming practice, empowering Children, Young People and Parents. I provide therapy to private clients and NDIS participants. Supporting positive changes to live your best life. Find relief, guidance and connection with a compassionate counsellor who understands the amazing ND brain, parenting and life challenges. Rediscover your strength and reclaim joy.
If you are struggling with ADHD or need to find out if that is what is going on for you, welcome.
I conduct ADHD assessments with precision and care, adhering to the guidelines of Australian ADHD Professionals Australia and using recommended testing to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. When it comes to eating disorders, I provide a specialised approach that integrates psychological insight with medical collaboration.
If you are struggling with ADHD or need to find out if that is what is going on for you, welcome.
I conduct ADHD assessments with precision and care, adhering to the guidelines of Australian ADHD Professionals Australia and using recommended testing to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. When it comes to eating disorders, I provide a specialised approach that integrates psychological insight with medical collaboration.
If you're autistic, have ADHD, are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or are a trauma survivor, you know the unique hurdles that come with higher rates of trauma and PTSD.
I'm Jessica, a neurodivergent counsellor, so I truly get it—because I've lived it too. I continuously educate myself on evidence-based practices to offer therapy that's both supportive and effective. My approach is tailored to you, so you feel genuinely heard and understood.
If you're autistic, have ADHD, are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or are a trauma survivor, you know the unique hurdles that come with higher rates of trauma and PTSD.
I'm Jessica, a neurodivergent counsellor, so I truly get it—because I've lived it too. I continuously educate myself on evidence-based practices to offer therapy that's both supportive and effective. My approach is tailored to you, so you feel genuinely heard and understood.
Bookings are currently being taken for ASD, ADHD, cognitive, psychoeducational and functional capacity assessments.
The needs of my clients range from support with emotional regulation and executive function to reducing depression & anxiety. Some experience complex grief, while others struggle with addiction or interpersonal difficulties. Many are neurodiverse, some diagnosed as adults and seeking knowledge and understanding as well as skills to cope better and mask less.
Assessment clients can be self/GP/Paediatrician/school referred. ASD multidisciplinary assessments are administered with Speech Pathologists Laura Mattiazzo (Hendon) and Cindy Calvert-Leighton, (Gawler) and accepted by Autism SA.
Bookings are currently being taken for ASD, ADHD, cognitive, psychoeducational and functional capacity assessments.
The needs of my clients range from support with emotional regulation and executive function to reducing depression & anxiety. Some experience complex grief, while others struggle with addiction or interpersonal difficulties. Many are neurodiverse, some diagnosed as adults and seeking knowledge and understanding as well as skills to cope better and mask less.
Assessment clients can be self/GP/Paediatrician/school referred. ASD multidisciplinary assessments are administered with Speech Pathologists Laura Mattiazzo (Hendon) and Cindy Calvert-Leighton, (Gawler) and accepted by Autism SA.
Those diagnosed on the spectrum of Autism, ADHD and AuDHD, especially as an adult, can struggle to find the right support that understands individual needs for access, processing, recovery and integration.
The therapeutic journey should give considerable room for personal expression. Whether that be through art, music, writing, diverse spiritual practices or finding resonance in multi-media, gaming or sub/culture affiliation. These can be incorporated in ways that provide validation, a sense of safety and a familiar language for expressing difficult emotions.
Those diagnosed on the spectrum of Autism, ADHD and AuDHD, especially as an adult, can struggle to find the right support that understands individual needs for access, processing, recovery and integration.
The therapeutic journey should give considerable room for personal expression. Whether that be through art, music, writing, diverse spiritual practices or finding resonance in multi-media, gaming or sub/culture affiliation. These can be incorporated in ways that provide validation, a sense of safety and a familiar language for expressing difficult emotions.
I have experience working with a range or presentations including personality diagnosis, addiction, mood, emotional dysregulation, trauma, psychosis, situational distress, interpersonal and attachment difficulties. I work to offer compassionate support to clients aged 12 and above. Helping to provide strategies to manage emotions, work through invalidation, and embrace the strengths of neurodivergence. My goal is to empower you to achieve emotional well-being, foster healthier connections, and create a life worth living.
I have experience working with a range or presentations including personality diagnosis, addiction, mood, emotional dysregulation, trauma, psychosis, situational distress, interpersonal and attachment difficulties. I work to offer compassionate support to clients aged 12 and above. Helping to provide strategies to manage emotions, work through invalidation, and embrace the strengths of neurodivergence. My goal is to empower you to achieve emotional well-being, foster healthier connections, and create a life worth living.
If you or someone you care about is 17 years or older and has questions as to whether Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may apply please make contact. I am Clinical Psychologist with over 36 years experience. My practice specialises in the diagnosis of adults and follows the Australian National Guidelines for the assessment of ASD.
If you or someone you care about is 17 years or older and has questions as to whether Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may apply please make contact. I am Clinical Psychologist with over 36 years experience. My practice specialises in the diagnosis of adults and follows the Australian National Guidelines for the assessment of ASD.
Our Clinical and Registered Psychologists support children, adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing a number of presentations including, anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, and ADHD.
We understand that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable. Our approach is compassionate, practical and grounded in evidence-based therapies including DBT, EMDR and Schema Therapy. Clients often tell us they feel genuinely heard, understood and supported to create meaningful change.
Our Clinical and Registered Psychologists support children, adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing a number of presentations including, anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, and ADHD.
We understand that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable. Our approach is compassionate, practical and grounded in evidence-based therapies including DBT, EMDR and Schema Therapy. Clients often tell us they feel genuinely heard, understood and supported to create meaningful change.
Authentic Insight Psychology - Louise Twyford
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Adelaide, SA 5000
Louise is a wholehearted and compassionate psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with adults of all genders, sexual orientations, neurotypes, and cultural backgrounds. Louise offers evidence-based and client-centred psychological interventions for adults (18+) experiencing: Adjustment difficulties and stress, Anxiety disorders such as generalised anxiety, social anxiety, illness anxiety, Chronic health conditions, Grief and Loss, Low self-esteem, Mood and depressive disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder, Panic disorder, Perfectionism, Sleep issues, and Specific phobias.
Louise is a wholehearted and compassionate psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with adults of all genders, sexual orientations, neurotypes, and cultural backgrounds. Louise offers evidence-based and client-centred psychological interventions for adults (18+) experiencing: Adjustment difficulties and stress, Anxiety disorders such as generalised anxiety, social anxiety, illness anxiety, Chronic health conditions, Grief and Loss, Low self-esteem, Mood and depressive disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder, Panic disorder, Perfectionism, Sleep issues, and Specific phobias.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
I have also developed expertise in working with adult ADHD/ASD, & trauma.
My approach to therapy is client centered and outcome informed. Outcomes are measured at the beginning of each session using a brief questionnaire about how you have been coping in the previous week. Therapy will focus on those things that have challenged your coping skills. At the end of each session, I use another brief measure to rate how the session was for you. Did you feel heard, respected, and understood; did we talk about what you wanted to talk about, and was my approach a good fit for you? This feedback is important for me to tailor sessions to your needs.
I have also developed expertise in working with adult ADHD/ASD, & trauma.
My approach to therapy is client centered and outcome informed. Outcomes are measured at the beginning of each session using a brief questionnaire about how you have been coping in the previous week. Therapy will focus on those things that have challenged your coping skills. At the end of each session, I use another brief measure to rate how the session was for you. Did you feel heard, respected, and understood; did we talk about what you wanted to talk about, and was my approach a good fit for you? This feedback is important for me to tailor sessions to your needs.
Wondering about autism, ADHD, or something else?
My lived experience, along with 30 years working alongside Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent and queer folks, informs my narrative-based, anti-oppressive approach to counselling. I offer a poly- and kink-affirming, trauma-informed space, to support you through life transitions, complex relationship dynamics, and mental health challenges.
Wondering about autism, ADHD, or something else?
My lived experience, along with 30 years working alongside Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent and queer folks, informs my narrative-based, anti-oppressive approach to counselling. I offer a poly- and kink-affirming, trauma-informed space, to support you through life transitions, complex relationship dynamics, and mental health challenges.
Living with ADHD can feel overwhelming, frustrating, and isolating, whether you were diagnosed as a child or just discovering it as an adult.
Being a social worker, I have a focus on your goals and outcomes. As a psychotherapist, I have the skills and tools to help you work out what these goals and outcomes are and how to accomplish them. I am passionate about helping people learn to be free from the roadblocks keeping them back in life.
Living with ADHD can feel overwhelming, frustrating, and isolating, whether you were diagnosed as a child or just discovering it as an adult.
Being a social worker, I have a focus on your goals and outcomes. As a psychotherapist, I have the skills and tools to help you work out what these goals and outcomes are and how to accomplish them. I am passionate about helping people learn to be free from the roadblocks keeping them back in life.
Welcome to my practice! I offer Art Therapy, Counselling, Nutrition Consultations and Lifestyle Coaching for children, youth, families, caregivers and guardians, using a holistic approach to service delivery and a person-centered approach to maintain optimum health and well-being in daily life. Counselling is offered to NDIS Self-Managed and NDIS Plan-Managed clients and private clients are very welcome to book in for all services.
Welcome to my practice! I offer Art Therapy, Counselling, Nutrition Consultations and Lifestyle Coaching for children, youth, families, caregivers and guardians, using a holistic approach to service delivery and a person-centered approach to maintain optimum health and well-being in daily life. Counselling is offered to NDIS Self-Managed and NDIS Plan-Managed clients and private clients are very welcome to book in for all services.
Caitlin supports adolescents and adults with anxiety and mood concerns, neurodivergent experiences (Autism and ADHD), and sexuality and intimacy concerns.
Caitlin is a registered psychologist offering inclusive, trauma-informed therapy via telehealth to adolescents and adults across Australia. Her work is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in evidence-based approaches, with particular experience supporting neurodivergent clients, psychosexual concerns, menstrual and reproductive mental health, chronic illness, stress, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and low self-esteem, and mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, generalised anxiety, panic disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety, and OCD.
Caitlin supports adolescents and adults with anxiety and mood concerns, neurodivergent experiences (Autism and ADHD), and sexuality and intimacy concerns.
Caitlin is a registered psychologist offering inclusive, trauma-informed therapy via telehealth to adolescents and adults across Australia. Her work is neurodiversity-affirming and grounded in evidence-based approaches, with particular experience supporting neurodivergent clients, psychosexual concerns, menstrual and reproductive mental health, chronic illness, stress, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and low self-esteem, and mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, generalised anxiety, panic disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety, and OCD.
Hello and welcome to Calm Cove Therapy :)
I am passionate about helping others heal and become the most authentic version of themselves through powerful use of therapy. This can aid with understanding, embracing, and accepting why we are the way we are and how we can create a balanced life that is meaningful and fulfilling. At times, it can feel like you are in a constant battle. My mission is to empower you (or your loved one) to navigate life's tumultuous seas with grace and resilience, finding calm amidst the chaos. I have a very warm, genuine and empathetic approach towards anyone that walks through the door.
Hello and welcome to Calm Cove Therapy :)
I am passionate about helping others heal and become the most authentic version of themselves through powerful use of therapy. This can aid with understanding, embracing, and accepting why we are the way we are and how we can create a balanced life that is meaningful and fulfilling. At times, it can feel like you are in a constant battle. My mission is to empower you (or your loved one) to navigate life's tumultuous seas with grace and resilience, finding calm amidst the chaos. I have a very warm, genuine and empathetic approach towards anyone that walks through the door.
I enjoy working with a variety of presentations, with a particular interest in the areas of anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and perfectionism.
I work from a variety of therapeutic backgrounds and like to cater therapy to the particular individual and their goals. I incorporate aspects of CBT, ACT, ERP, DBT, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Positive Psychology into my treatment.
I enjoy working with a variety of presentations, with a particular interest in the areas of anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and perfectionism.
I work from a variety of therapeutic backgrounds and like to cater therapy to the particular individual and their goals. I incorporate aspects of CBT, ACT, ERP, DBT, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Positive Psychology into my treatment.
I am an accredited ADHD clinical services provider, certified trauma specialist, and NLP practitioner.
You might be doing everything you can to hold things together—managing work, relationships, family, expectations—yet still feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you’re tired of second-guessing, tired of carrying it alone, or tired of feeling like life is happening to you instead of with you. You want clarity, steadiness, and a life that feels aligned rather than exhausting. You’re ready for support that truly understands the complexity of your world and guides you with depth, honesty, and genuine care.
I am an accredited ADHD clinical services provider, certified trauma specialist, and NLP practitioner.
You might be doing everything you can to hold things together—managing work, relationships, family, expectations—yet still feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you’re tired of second-guessing, tired of carrying it alone, or tired of feeling like life is happening to you instead of with you. You want clarity, steadiness, and a life that feels aligned rather than exhausting. You’re ready for support that truly understands the complexity of your world and guides you with depth, honesty, and genuine care.
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ADHD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural 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.
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.