Therapists in 02215
Masielle Paulino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
Let's collaborate to identify your challenges, address obstacles, craft a personalized plan, and strive towards a better version of yourself! Gain valuable insights, enhance your relationships, and elevate your overall quality of life. (ESPANOL): ¡Trabajemos juntos en identificar tus desafíos, abordar los obstáculos, crear un plan personalizado y avanzar hacia una versión mejorada de ti mismo/a! Obtén conocimientos valiosos, mejora tus relaciones y eleva tu calidad de vida en general.
Let's collaborate to identify your challenges, address obstacles, craft a personalized plan, and strive towards a better version of yourself! Gain valuable insights, enhance your relationships, and elevate your overall quality of life. (ESPANOL): ¡Trabajemos juntos en identificar tus desafíos, abordar los obstáculos, crear un plan personalizado y avanzar hacia una versión mejorada de ti mismo/a! Obtén conocimientos valiosos, mejora tus relaciones y eleva tu calidad de vida en general.
John Longo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215
I approach my clients collaboratively with a warm, accepting and compassionate attitude. I believe developing a trusting relationship is the most effective foundation to approach the hardships and mind habits we all face in life. I use specific CBT and Mindfulness skills to help my clients reduce symptoms and feel better soon. Anxiety, obsessiveness and depressed feelings can be significantly reduced while I teach clients how to govern the mind, creating new habits and strategies. As a practitioner of mindfulness who has attended many Insight Meditation retreats, I can share with you the benefits of attention from both personal and professional experience.
I approach my clients collaboratively with a warm, accepting and compassionate attitude. I believe developing a trusting relationship is the most effective foundation to approach the hardships and mind habits we all face in life. I use specific CBT and Mindfulness skills to help my clients reduce symptoms and feel better soon. Anxiety, obsessiveness and depressed feelings can be significantly reduced while I teach clients how to govern the mind, creating new habits and strategies. As a practitioner of mindfulness who has attended many Insight Meditation retreats, I can share with you the benefits of attention from both personal and professional experience.
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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, 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.