Does your child have BIG feelings, difficulty handling frustration, impulsive reactions, or need extra practice with social skills? Our new 3-week Playing CBT Group for ages 7–10 and 11-13 helps kids build emotional regulation, flexible thinking, coping skills, and confidence through FUN interactive therapy games and activities! For children who: ? Need support with emotional regulation or behavior ? Struggle socially or emotionally ? Would benefit from structured peer interaction ? Are homeschooled and looking for social-emotional enrichment opportunities Kids learn best through play — and this group makes practicing emotional skills feel engaging, supportive, and empowering. Limited spots available!
Hosted by Roots and Blooms Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Group meets in Cornelius, NC 28031
Does your child have BIG feelings, difficulty handling frustration, impulsive reactions, or need extra practice with social skills? Our new 3-week Playing CBT Group for ages 7–10 and 11-13 helps kids build emotional regulation, flexible thinking, coping skills, and confidence through FUN interactive therapy games and activities! For children who: ? Need support with emotional regulation or behavior ? Struggle socially or emotionally ? Would benefit from structured peer interaction ? Are homeschooled and looking for social-emotional enrichment opportunities Kids learn best through play — and this group makes practicing emotional skills feel engaging, supportive, and empowering. Limited spots available!
Empower Wellness Counseling is a solo private practice dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate mental health support. As an individual practice, my goal is to create a space where each client feels truly seen, heard, and supported. At Empower Wellness Counseling, the focus is helping you reconnect with your strengths, build healthier coping skills, and create meaningful change from within. Here, therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all; it is a collaborative process centered on your unique goals, pace, and needs.
Empower Wellness Counseling is a solo private practice dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate mental health support. As an individual practice, my goal is to create a space where each client feels truly seen, heard, and supported. At Empower Wellness Counseling, the focus is helping you reconnect with your strengths, build healthier coping skills, and create meaningful change from within. Here, therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all; it is a collaborative process centered on your unique goals, pace, and needs.
Hosted by Dr. Lynn Puma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DHSc, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Cornelius, NC 28031
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For those looking to dive into the world of writing/ producing music, we offer a music group that is centered in recovery and using music as a therapeutic tool. During this group you can expect to write and record your work in a professional music studio while collaborating with other musicians in recovery.
For those looking to dive into the world of writing/ producing music, we offer a music group that is centered in recovery and using music as a therapeutic tool. During this group you can expect to write and record your work in a professional music studio while collaborating with other musicians in recovery.
Our Social Understanding Groups are influenced by the evidenced-based UCLA program PEERS®. The primary focus of our program is increasing teens self-confidence as well as their understanding of social interactions rather than learning prescribed social skills. This focus promotes autonomy as well as the ability to make an intentional choice when socializing rather than complying with social rules and/or masking. Each group incorporates the themes of self-advocacy, self-regulation, perspective-taking, boundaries, & problem-solving skills into the lesson. This group may be appropriate for teens with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, & or Depression. WWW.CLTPEERSGROUP.COM
Hosted by Amy Dombrosky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Group meets in Huntersville, NC 28078
Our Social Understanding Groups are influenced by the evidenced-based UCLA program PEERS®. The primary focus of our program is increasing teens self-confidence as well as their understanding of social interactions rather than learning prescribed social skills. This focus promotes autonomy as well as the ability to make an intentional choice when socializing rather than complying with social rules and/or masking. Each group incorporates the themes of self-advocacy, self-regulation, perspective-taking, boundaries, & problem-solving skills into the lesson. This group may be appropriate for teens with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, & or Depression. WWW.CLTPEERSGROUP.COM
This is a weekly class offered year round where you will learn how to heal from shame and stigma AS well as learn new EF skills to live a more fufilling life. Weekly ongoing sessions, video training, group meeting and message boards. Pay what you choose from 20 to 60 dollars a session. Join at any point. This is meant to reach people who cant find an approrpaitely trained therapist in ADHD and get you the right help. Can't afford even the 20 dollars? Scholarships available. Ongoing. Message to get on my list.
Hosted by Kristen Lynn McClure
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
I have 29 years of experience and currently work with women who have adhd.
This is a weekly class offered year round where you will learn how to heal from shame and stigma AS well as learn new EF skills to live a more fufilling life. Weekly ongoing sessions, video training, group meeting and message boards. Pay what you choose from 20 to 60 dollars a session. Join at any point. This is meant to reach people who cant find an approrpaitely trained therapist in ADHD and get you the right help. Can't afford even the 20 dollars? Scholarships available. Ongoing. Message to get on my list.
We offer weekly skills group for clients currently in treatment with an individual therapist that can sponsor them. RO is designed for over thinkers, including people with treatment resistant depression, anorexia, autism, OCD, and sometimes BPD and ADHD. It targets the pain we feel when we try to control ourselves and how that separates us from connecting with others.
Hosted by Waystation Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
We offer weekly skills group for clients currently in treatment with an individual therapist that can sponsor them. RO is designed for over thinkers, including people with treatment resistant depression, anorexia, autism, OCD, and sometimes BPD and ADHD. It targets the pain we feel when we try to control ourselves and how that separates us from connecting with others.
Our upcoming neurodivergent support group is for late-diagnosed or self-identified adults navigating ADHD, autism, sensory differences, and masking fatigue. This space is affirming, inclusive, and built for real connection—not performance. Together, we’ll explore identity, unlearn shame, and build self-understanding through open conversation, creative tools, and nervous system care. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Fill out the Form If Interested: https://forms.gle/B3v8Zz2Jy4Mdfyds5
Hosted by Journey Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Group meets in Gastonia, NC 28054
Journey Counseling PLLC offers trauma-informed therapy in North Carolina for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, autism, adolescent therapy, family counseling, and faith-inclusive care.
Our upcoming neurodivergent support group is for late-diagnosed or self-identified adults navigating ADHD, autism, sensory differences, and masking fatigue. This space is affirming, inclusive, and built for real connection—not performance. Together, we’ll explore identity, unlearn shame, and build self-understanding through open conversation, creative tools, and nervous system care. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Fill out the Form If Interested: https://forms.gle/B3v8Zz2Jy4Mdfyds5
Neuro-Affirmed is a structured group for neurodiverse adults, including high-masking Autistic individuals, self-realized ADHD-ers, and those with a different style of neurodivergent brain. The group will meet virtually for 90 minutes for 10 weeks and be led by a trauma-informed and neuro-affirmative licensed counselor. Each week, there will be time for open discussions about masking by choice, neuro-blended relationships, managing emotional overload, and executive functioning hacks. This is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals in a safe and supportive space. Contact us for more information and upcoming start dates.
Hosted by Robert M Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, CCMHC
Group meets in Salisbury, NC 28144
Neuro-Affirmed is a structured group for neurodiverse adults, including high-masking Autistic individuals, self-realized ADHD-ers, and those with a different style of neurodivergent brain. The group will meet virtually for 90 minutes for 10 weeks and be led by a trauma-informed and neuro-affirmative licensed counselor. Each week, there will be time for open discussions about masking by choice, neuro-blended relationships, managing emotional overload, and executive functioning hacks. This is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals in a safe and supportive space. Contact us for more information and upcoming start dates.
Group members will delve into the following topics while enjoying pizza & integrating skills through play & videogame competitions: Navigating Reciprocal Conversations, Initiating & Concluding Conversations, Nonverbal Communication, Selecting Friends, & Identifying Toxic friendships. Our Social Understanding groups are influenced by the UCLA evidenced-based program. Our primary focus is increasing each individual's self-confidence as well as their understanding of social interactions rather than learning prescribed social skills. This focus promotes autonomy as well as the ability to make an intentional choice when socializing rather than complying with social rules &/or masking. Cost of each bootcamp is $550. www.cltpeersgroup.com
Hosted by Amy Dombrosky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Group meets in Huntersville, NC 28078
Group members will delve into the following topics while enjoying pizza & integrating skills through play & videogame competitions: Navigating Reciprocal Conversations, Initiating & Concluding Conversations, Nonverbal Communication, Selecting Friends, & Identifying Toxic friendships. Our Social Understanding groups are influenced by the UCLA evidenced-based program. Our primary focus is increasing each individual's self-confidence as well as their understanding of social interactions rather than learning prescribed social skills. This focus promotes autonomy as well as the ability to make an intentional choice when socializing rather than complying with social rules &/or masking. Cost of each bootcamp is $550. www.cltpeersgroup.com
Mind Balance Mental Health and Wellness, PLLC. is a leading provider of mental health medication management services. Our practitioners work closely with patients to accurately manage their mental health conditions and develop personalized treatment plans. We are committed to providing each patient with the compassionate and personalized care they deserve. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve optimal mental wellness. https://www.mindbalancemh.com/
Hosted by Melanie Whitesell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28211
Mind Balance Mental Health and Wellness, PLLC. is a leading provider of mental health medication management services. Our practitioners work closely with patients to accurately manage their mental health conditions and develop personalized treatment plans. We are committed to providing each patient with the compassionate and personalized care they deserve. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve optimal mental wellness. https://www.mindbalancemh.com/
Individual and family counseling for all ages.
Hosted by Jackie Kurtz
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, NCC, LPC TN
Group meets in Mooresville, NC 28117
Individual and family counseling for all ages.
Details for this group are coming. It will be held via Zoom. It will address health goals, scheduling, overwhelm and planning your pivot. Email denise@f4lwithtiffany.com to express interest.
Hosted by Tiffany Brown-Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, BCND, BHHC, FDN-P
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28216
IFS therapy, Functional medicine ADHD/Anxiety treatment offered in office/on zoom.
Details for this group are coming. It will be held via Zoom. It will address health goals, scheduling, overwhelm and planning your pivot. Email denise@f4lwithtiffany.com to express interest.
Specializing in adolescent issues of mental health, addiction , group therapy , parent education
Hosted by Advene Health Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28270
Specializing in adolescent issues of mental health, addiction , group therapy , parent education
Our areas of treatment include anxiety, depression, trauma therapy, domestic violence, self-harm, self-esteem, social issues, parenting strategies, opposition defiance, classroom management strategies, and more. Our knowledgeable administrative team can help you to find the right counselor for your needs.
Hosted by Emerge Child and Family Counseling
Counselor, MA , LCMHC, CPT , QS
Group meets in Concord, NC 28025
Our areas of treatment include anxiety, depression, trauma therapy, domestic violence, self-harm, self-esteem, social issues, parenting strategies, opposition defiance, classroom management strategies, and more. Our knowledgeable administrative team can help you to find the right counselor for your needs.
Mental health clinic in Charlotte, NC, serving children, adolescents, and adults. We offer clinical assessments, outpatient therapy, medication management, and enhanced services including Intensive In-Home (IIH) and Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP).
We are a dedicated team committed to supporting individuals with mental health challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Mental health clinic in Charlotte, NC, serving children, adolescents, and adults. We offer clinical assessments, outpatient therapy, medication management, and enhanced services including Intensive In-Home (IIH) and Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP).
Join us for a Neurodivergent Men's Group with focus on building confidence in relationships, hosted by a queer, neurodivergent therapist. The group is open to cisgender and transgender men, 18 years or older, with suspected or diagnosed ADHD or Autism. The group starts on Thursday, April 30th at 5:45pm and runs weekly for 8 weeks. Cost per session is $45. Email kate@southparkpsych.com for more information and/or to register.
Join us for a Neurodivergent Men's Group with focus on building confidence in relationships, hosted by a queer, neurodivergent therapist. The group is open to cisgender and transgender men, 18 years or older, with suspected or diagnosed ADHD or Autism. The group starts on Thursday, April 30th at 5:45pm and runs weekly for 8 weeks. Cost per session is $45. Email kate@southparkpsych.com for more information and/or to register.
Your child knows they need support, but they’re convinced so many things are wrong with them. They are anxious about school, friends, making decisions, and pretty much anything and everything. All this anxiety keeps them from enjoying just being a kid. They are always comparing themselves to others, saying they aren’t good enough or that they’re a failure. They put so much pressure on themselves to just fit in! You know they need a group setting to realize that other kids are just like them and this group will offer that.
Hosted by Michelle M. Tolison
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCQS, RPT-S, LPC, MS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28210
I am also PDA certified, SENG certified and a Certified ADHD Professional ( ADHD-CCSP)
Your child knows they need support, but they’re convinced so many things are wrong with them. They are anxious about school, friends, making decisions, and pretty much anything and everything. All this anxiety keeps them from enjoying just being a kid. They are always comparing themselves to others, saying they aren’t good enough or that they’re a failure. They put so much pressure on themselves to just fit in! You know they need a group setting to realize that other kids are just like them and this group will offer that.
You wonder if this is typical, if other kids do the same. Your little one just doesn't seem as social as the other kids. It feels like they already have no friends. They play alone, or right next to another child, but they never interact. Or maybe, your child seems bossy. They are hitting, pushing, biting, it's a mess. You feel like they might get kicked out of preschool- or they already have been. You want a play group that can teach them to play nice and be nice.
Hosted by Michelle M. Tolison
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCQS, RPT-S, LPC, MS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28210
I am also PDA certified, SENG certified and a Certified ADHD Professional ( ADHD-CCSP)
You wonder if this is typical, if other kids do the same. Your little one just doesn't seem as social as the other kids. It feels like they already have no friends. They play alone, or right next to another child, but they never interact. Or maybe, your child seems bossy. They are hitting, pushing, biting, it's a mess. You feel like they might get kicked out of preschool- or they already have been. You want a play group that can teach them to play nice and be nice.
At JD Wellness, LLC, Mr. Darden has a patient-centered approach to mental health care. He believes the input from patients is crucial to designing an effective and individualized treatment plan for them. Throughout the treatment process, he will collaborate with you to establish a trusting relationship and will approach each individual situation with the utmost empathy, understanding, and compassion.
Hosted by Jason Darden
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28210
I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, & other psychiatric disorders.
At JD Wellness, LLC, Mr. Darden has a patient-centered approach to mental health care. He believes the input from patients is crucial to designing an effective and individualized treatment plan for them. Throughout the treatment process, he will collaborate with you to establish a trusting relationship and will approach each individual situation with the utmost empathy, understanding, and compassion.
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ADHD Support Groups
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.