ADHD Therapists in 48331

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Shayna Hillenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Does your child or teen struggle with managing their emotions and behaviors? Do you need help in supporting your child's emotional needs? Does your parent-child relationship need to grow? Does your family need support to cope with a traumatic event or difficult life stressors? I work with children as young as three, neurodiverse clients with ADHD and learning challenges, and clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and anger. I use neurodiversity affirming, person-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed frameworks to provide my clients lasting change.
Does your child or teen struggle with managing their emotions and behaviors? Do you need help in supporting your child's emotional needs? Does your parent-child relationship need to grow? Does your family need support to cope with a traumatic event or difficult life stressors? I work with children as young as three, neurodiverse clients with ADHD and learning challenges, and clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and anger. I use neurodiversity affirming, person-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed frameworks to provide my clients lasting change.
(734) 206-7528 View (734) 206-7528
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Angela Doran Art Therapist
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are looking to support your child's experience with autism, sensory processing challenges, anxiety, ADHD, or self-esteem, a dual approach of mental health counseling and art therapy can be especially beneficial. I enjoy providing a safe, healing space for children, teens, young adults, and parents who are seeking support for neurodivergency in a neurotypical world. Providing art therapy and creative interventions are central to my clinical mental health counseling approach.
If you are looking to support your child's experience with autism, sensory processing challenges, anxiety, ADHD, or self-esteem, a dual approach of mental health counseling and art therapy can be especially beneficial. I enjoy providing a safe, healing space for children, teens, young adults, and parents who are seeking support for neurodivergency in a neurotypical world. Providing art therapy and creative interventions are central to my clinical mental health counseling approach.
(248) 487-1564 View (248) 487-1564
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Restorative Counseling Services
Master Social Work, LMSW, MA, BA
Verified Verified
We address clients with ADHD, anger management, oppositional defiance, and other success impeding behaviors.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of youth. Restorative Counseling Services assists youth with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to avoid negative influences. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help youth overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, restorative practices, respect, ethics, and developing future goals.
We address clients with ADHD, anger management, oppositional defiance, and other success impeding behaviors.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of youth. Restorative Counseling Services assists youth with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to avoid negative influences. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help youth overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, restorative practices, respect, ethics, and developing future goals.
(248) 916-0136 View (248) 916-0136
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Franki Bagdade- ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Parenting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, M Ed, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a neurodiversity-affirming therapist with ADHD and Anxiety lived experience. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism and Parenting Support. As a therapist, it is important to me to collaboratively craft goals with my clients. I don't believe in cookie-cutter strategies and advice. Instead, I offer a strength-based model, using each client’s unique way of approaching life as a starting point for their personal growth. My role is to mentor, advise, clarify, but not always agree with my clients. I am goal driven in my approach, However, if you would like to vent or talk freely with no agenda I will provide that safe space.
I am a neurodiversity-affirming therapist with ADHD and Anxiety lived experience. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism and Parenting Support. As a therapist, it is important to me to collaboratively craft goals with my clients. I don't believe in cookie-cutter strategies and advice. Instead, I offer a strength-based model, using each client’s unique way of approaching life as a starting point for their personal growth. My role is to mentor, advise, clarify, but not always agree with my clients. I am goal driven in my approach, However, if you would like to vent or talk freely with no agenda I will provide that safe space.
(248) 831-1703 View (248) 831-1703
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Sydney Yourke
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Verified Verified
I work with individuals across all ages and backgrounds, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
I often view therapy like treating an ailment—it takes some time to heal and feel better. After a while, you regain your strength and feel like yourself again. Experiencing stressors or mental health troubles can make day-to-day functioning difficult. Therapy is a way to help navigate through life in a way that best suits your needs. This experience is cultivated between a therapist and client to work towards one's goals and the process of healing. This journey can be difficult on your own, so there is no shame nor judgement in asking for help.
I work with individuals across all ages and backgrounds, specializing in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
I often view therapy like treating an ailment—it takes some time to heal and feel better. After a while, you regain your strength and feel like yourself again. Experiencing stressors or mental health troubles can make day-to-day functioning difficult. Therapy is a way to help navigate through life in a way that best suits your needs. This experience is cultivated between a therapist and client to work towards one's goals and the process of healing. This journey can be difficult on your own, so there is no shame nor judgement in asking for help.
(313) 513-5178 View (313) 513-5178
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Shavon Walton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, MSM
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48331  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adults who experience symptoms consistent with ADHD and who also suffer from emotional distress such as depression, anxiety, hoarding, grief/loss, self-esteem issues, life transitions and/or trauma.
You're smart and you know it but sometimes you feel like an imposter. You thrive in ordered spaces, but your environment doesn't reflect that. You're competitive but struggle with even the slightest criticism. You can have months to complete a project that you could complete in a couple of days - tops. Yet you put it off, until the last week - or even days - stressing the whole time but managing somehow to pull it off at the last minute. You're creative but can get overwhelmed with the vastness of ideas and thoughts that come to your mind, so much so that it is difficult for you to focus and develop your ideas to completion.
I enjoy working with adults who experience symptoms consistent with ADHD and who also suffer from emotional distress such as depression, anxiety, hoarding, grief/loss, self-esteem issues, life transitions and/or trauma.
You're smart and you know it but sometimes you feel like an imposter. You thrive in ordered spaces, but your environment doesn't reflect that. You're competitive but struggle with even the slightest criticism. You can have months to complete a project that you could complete in a couple of days - tops. Yet you put it off, until the last week - or even days - stressing the whole time but managing somehow to pull it off at the last minute. You're creative but can get overwhelmed with the vastness of ideas and thoughts that come to your mind, so much so that it is difficult for you to focus and develop your ideas to completion.
(947) 282-5193 View (947) 282-5193
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Lindsey Gordon
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Verified Verified
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who have a wide range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, and life adjustments/transitions.
I take a warm, non-judgmental, compassionate, and accepting approach to humanistic psychotherapy. My main goal is to help clients live up to their fullest potential, incorporate positive changes into their lives, and support client's to my fullest ability.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who have a wide range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, and life adjustments/transitions.
I take a warm, non-judgmental, compassionate, and accepting approach to humanistic psychotherapy. My main goal is to help clients live up to their fullest potential, incorporate positive changes into their lives, and support client's to my fullest ability.
(248) 422-0572 View (248) 422-0572
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Elizabeth Webster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I’m here to help those who have been called, or might consider themselves a "highly-sensitive" individual. The sensitivity might be a result from experiencing trauma, or due to sensory processing difficulties. Specifically, I support those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorders, Chronic Illness and family conflict. In therapy, clients are looking for a safe space to process their life experiences. As a late diagnosed and identified neurodivergent therapist, my goal is to empower my client who may experience the world in this beautiful and "different" way.
I’m here to help those who have been called, or might consider themselves a "highly-sensitive" individual. The sensitivity might be a result from experiencing trauma, or due to sensory processing difficulties. Specifically, I support those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorders, Chronic Illness and family conflict. In therapy, clients are looking for a safe space to process their life experiences. As a late diagnosed and identified neurodivergent therapist, my goal is to empower my client who may experience the world in this beautiful and "different" way.
(248) 824-6867 View (248) 824-6867
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Edward G Furst
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48331  (Online Only)
Ed treats anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar, troubled relationships, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abuse, couples, parent/child conflicts, addiction, grief, Bipolar, Life Adjustments, ADD, OCD, self-esteem, and dreams.
Ed's diverse background provides a rich blend of experience to his clients. He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist. He is an expert with youth, families, and individuals, and a Clinical Supervisor/Mentor for inpatient care. Edward has counseled clients for 32 years as a Therapist, Sports Psychology Consultant (coaches/athletes), and Life Balance/Career Coach. He gladly sees people from all faiths and walks of life and provides wisdom for anyone who seeks it: individuals, families, youth, couples, parents, pastors, professionals, athletes, coaches, and performing artists.
Ed treats anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar, troubled relationships, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abuse, couples, parent/child conflicts, addiction, grief, Bipolar, Life Adjustments, ADD, OCD, self-esteem, and dreams.
Ed's diverse background provides a rich blend of experience to his clients. He is dual licensed as a Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist. He is an expert with youth, families, and individuals, and a Clinical Supervisor/Mentor for inpatient care. Edward has counseled clients for 32 years as a Therapist, Sports Psychology Consultant (coaches/athletes), and Life Balance/Career Coach. He gladly sees people from all faiths and walks of life and provides wisdom for anyone who seeks it: individuals, families, youth, couples, parents, pastors, professionals, athletes, coaches, and performing artists.
(248) 988-9294 x49916 View (248) 988-9294 x49916
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Joel B. Davidson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I also work with kids who experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bullying, ADHD, learning disorders, and neurodiversity.
Warm, kind, compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental. These are the qualities that I value and practice as a therapist and educator for over 30 years. Working with pre-teens, teens, young adults and their families to problem solve and fulfill their goals is my life’s work. I have been a teacher, school counselor and now a therapist, working with kids on a variety of issues in their lives. I have a special passion working with LGBTQ+ individuals to help them be their authentic selves, fulfill their dreams, live their lives and follow their journeys at their own pace – and support their parents and families in the process.
I also work with kids who experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bullying, ADHD, learning disorders, and neurodiversity.
Warm, kind, compassionate, empathetic and nonjudgmental. These are the qualities that I value and practice as a therapist and educator for over 30 years. Working with pre-teens, teens, young adults and their families to problem solve and fulfill their goals is my life’s work. I have been a teacher, school counselor and now a therapist, working with kids on a variety of issues in their lives. I have a special passion working with LGBTQ+ individuals to help them be their authentic selves, fulfill their dreams, live their lives and follow their journeys at their own pace – and support their parents and families in the process.
(248) 710-0560 View (248) 710-0560
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Sahar Al-Tweej
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples that may be experiencing a wide range of issues such as ADHD, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anxiety and provide a wide range of psychological evaluations.
I believe the bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story and take control of your life. My goal as a therapist is to help you in this process and allow you the opportunity to heal and continue to live a meaningful life. This may be a difficult process, however, you do not need to suffer on your own. I strive to provide a safe and confidential environment where I can collaboratively work with my clients to formulate the best treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples that may be experiencing a wide range of issues such as ADHD, trauma, depression, relationship issues, anxiety and provide a wide range of psychological evaluations.
I believe the bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story and take control of your life. My goal as a therapist is to help you in this process and allow you the opportunity to heal and continue to live a meaningful life. This may be a difficult process, however, you do not need to suffer on your own. I strive to provide a safe and confidential environment where I can collaboratively work with my clients to formulate the best treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs.
(313) 513-3346 View (313) 513-3346
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Daniel Klein
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
With decades of combined experience, our practice has many specialities including treating behavior problems such as explosive tempers, defiance, ADHD, low frustration tolerance, school difficulties, emotional challenges, depression, anxiety, mood instability, adjustment problems, and divorce.
Watching your child struggle can be one of the most difficult parts of being a parent. Whether a child is feeling sad or angry, acting out, has difficulty making friends, worries too often, or is struggling with school, a parent just wants to help in any way they can. My career is committed to working with children, adolescents and families to create more harmonious and satisfying lives.
With decades of combined experience, our practice has many specialities including treating behavior problems such as explosive tempers, defiance, ADHD, low frustration tolerance, school difficulties, emotional challenges, depression, anxiety, mood instability, adjustment problems, and divorce.
Watching your child struggle can be one of the most difficult parts of being a parent. Whether a child is feeling sad or angry, acting out, has difficulty making friends, worries too often, or is struggling with school, a parent just wants to help in any way they can. My career is committed to working with children, adolescents and families to create more harmonious and satisfying lives.
(248) 455-6788 View (248) 455-6788
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Hasti Raveau
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Dr. Raveau is a clinical psychologist and founder of Mala Child & Family Institute. She is an expert in treating ADHD/neurodiversity, trauma/PTSD, anxiety/OCD/perfectionism, parenting/co-parenting issues, racial minorities, and family level challenges. She helps clients end intergenerational cycles of trauma, form authentic relationships, embrace their neurodiversity and cultural background, and build authentic lives filled with a sense of abundance and inner peace. Dr. Raveau embraces working with individuals and families who identify with a range of ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Dr. Raveau is a clinical psychologist and founder of Mala Child & Family Institute. She is an expert in treating ADHD/neurodiversity, trauma/PTSD, anxiety/OCD/perfectionism, parenting/co-parenting issues, racial minorities, and family level challenges. She helps clients end intergenerational cycles of trauma, form authentic relationships, embrace their neurodiversity and cultural background, and build authentic lives filled with a sense of abundance and inner peace. Dr. Raveau embraces working with individuals and families who identify with a range of ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
(734) 245-2279 View (734) 245-2279
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Steven K. Weiss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LLPC, MSAC
Not Verified Not Verified
"I specialize in treating all types of addictions and the common co-occurring disorders that are prevalent in the addicted individual. These common co-occurring disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, and anger management. I have successfully treated hundreds of individuals, groups, and families.that possess a wide range of addictions and mental disorders. These substance abuse addictions/disorders includes benzodiazepines, opiates, alcohol, heroin, pornography, amphetamines, and gambling. I believe that anyone can recover from these addictions and use a wide variety of approaches to help the addicted individual. reach their goal of long-term sobriety."
"I specialize in treating all types of addictions and the common co-occurring disorders that are prevalent in the addicted individual. These common co-occurring disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, and anger management. I have successfully treated hundreds of individuals, groups, and families.that possess a wide range of addictions and mental disorders. These substance abuse addictions/disorders includes benzodiazepines, opiates, alcohol, heroin, pornography, amphetamines, and gambling. I believe that anyone can recover from these addictions and use a wide variety of approaches to help the addicted individual. reach their goal of long-term sobriety."
(734) 212-5038 View (734) 212-5038
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Hind N. Patros
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
My experience includes working with ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and trauma.
Do you ever wonder about the path that led you to where you are today? I have often wondered and when I look back at my life, even at a young age, I know that helping others is what I am meant to do. Many people will tell you that their childhood experiences led them to become a therapist, however for me, it has been both my childhood experiences, as well as my every day life experiences, leading up to this moment.
My experience includes working with ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and trauma.
Do you ever wonder about the path that led you to where you are today? I have often wondered and when I look back at my life, even at a young age, I know that helping others is what I am meant to do. Many people will tell you that their childhood experiences led them to become a therapist, however for me, it has been both my childhood experiences, as well as my every day life experiences, leading up to this moment.
(248) 290-6615 View (248) 290-6615
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Mala Child & Family Institute
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
We also help client obtain academic accommodations for their ADHD or LD.
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
We also help client obtain academic accommodations for their ADHD or LD.
We are dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families. We are built on the principle that every family, no matter their background or presenting issues, deserves a compassionate, caring, and resourceful village to help them repair, grow, and thrive. We work hard to make sure that families have access to high quality, evidence-based, holistic mental health care. And the best part is that we tailor every service to each client's unique needs so they can experience the best possible. We use a team approach and work closely with parents and extended family, schools, and other medical professionals to provide clients the best ca
(734) 219-0541 View (734) 219-0541
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Diana Varughese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48331  (Online Only)
I work with a diverse set of individuals and couples treating various mental health concerns such as anxiety and its related disorders; depression and mood-related disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, ADHD, grief and loss, self-esteem problems, life transitions, and other mental health related issues.
Step into a transformative space, where healing isn't just a concept but a tangible journey. If you find yourself grappling with anxiety, wrestling with depression, or feeling lost amid life's complexities, know that support is within reach. Beyond mere survival, you yearn for lasting change, and that's where I come in – as your dedicated partner on a journey toward genuine self-discovery and profound healing.
I work with a diverse set of individuals and couples treating various mental health concerns such as anxiety and its related disorders; depression and mood-related disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, ADHD, grief and loss, self-esteem problems, life transitions, and other mental health related issues.
Step into a transformative space, where healing isn't just a concept but a tangible journey. If you find yourself grappling with anxiety, wrestling with depression, or feeling lost amid life's complexities, know that support is within reach. Beyond mere survival, you yearn for lasting change, and that's where I come in – as your dedicated partner on a journey toward genuine self-discovery and profound healing.
(248) 406-6432 View (248) 406-6432
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Nicole Cotton Takla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C, C-DBT, CCATP
Verified Verified
Farmington, MI 48331
Nicole uses an integrative approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual. She is a certified Child and Adolescent Anxiety Treatment Professional and also certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and enjoys encorporating its modalities into therapy when appropriate (mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness). Nicole has a deep understanding of school issues, special education, behavior analysis and interventions, self-concept, parent-coaching, girl-issues, ADHD, ASD and improving overall social, emotional and behavioral functioning.
Nicole uses an integrative approach to therapy, blending styles in a way that accommodates the unique needs of each individual. She is a certified Child and Adolescent Anxiety Treatment Professional and also certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and enjoys encorporating its modalities into therapy when appropriate (mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness). Nicole has a deep understanding of school issues, special education, behavior analysis and interventions, self-concept, parent-coaching, girl-issues, ADHD, ASD and improving overall social, emotional and behavioral functioning.
(248) 985-8271 View (248) 985-8271
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Sam Kirshenbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LLMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
I have a passion for working with youth (13+), adults, families, life transitions/changes, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, OCD, depression, interpersonal skills development, and behavioral modification.
Looking for a new therapist can be a difficult step on your mental health journey. Whether we work together or not, you’ve already shown courage simply by visiting my profile. We are constantly growing, developing new strengths, and identifying new and continuous challenges. You are unique and the expert of your own life. As your therapist, I would feel privileged to learn about your journey thus far and be honored to take some of your next steps with you. Your needs are non-compromisable and will guide our time together.
I have a passion for working with youth (13+), adults, families, life transitions/changes, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, OCD, depression, interpersonal skills development, and behavioral modification.
Looking for a new therapist can be a difficult step on your mental health journey. Whether we work together or not, you’ve already shown courage simply by visiting my profile. We are constantly growing, developing new strengths, and identifying new and continuous challenges. You are unique and the expert of your own life. As your therapist, I would feel privileged to learn about your journey thus far and be honored to take some of your next steps with you. Your needs are non-compromisable and will guide our time together.
(248) 290-6431 View (248) 290-6431
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Kaycee Morris
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA LLP
Verified Verified
Kaycee completed her master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Michigan School of Psychology. She has over 10 years of experience working with adults w/ depression, anxiety, relationship problems, autism spectrum, developmental disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Kaycee also has experience working with families and their complex dynamics which have been impacted by mental health and developmental disability diagnoses.
Kaycee completed her master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Michigan School of Psychology. She has over 10 years of experience working with adults w/ depression, anxiety, relationship problems, autism spectrum, developmental disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Kaycee also has experience working with families and their complex dynamics which have been impacted by mental health and developmental disability diagnoses.
(248) 826-1295 View (248) 826-1295

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.