ADHD Therapists in San Diego, CA
Diagnosis of ADHD for all populations utilizing Test of Variables of Attention (T.O.V.A.), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), PE, Behavioral Modification for children and adolescents, working with adolescents experiencing acculturation issues, Parenting Skills, Couples & Family developmental communication strategies, and attachment realignment.
My specialization is treatment of Trauma, resulting in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD) associated in adults and children; Anxiety/Depressive Disorders; Personality Disorders; Cultural Adjustment; and Individual & Couples Therapy.
Diagnosis of ADHD for all populations utilizing Test of Variables of Attention (T.O.V.A.), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), PE, Behavioral Modification for children and adolescents, working with adolescents experiencing acculturation issues, Parenting Skills, Couples & Family developmental communication strategies, and attachment realignment.
My specialization is treatment of Trauma, resulting in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD) associated in adults and children; Anxiety/Depressive Disorders; Personality Disorders; Cultural Adjustment; and Individual & Couples Therapy.
I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) for the treatment of trauma recovery and anxiety. I work with clients in helping them free themselves from their past, and into a healthy and productive present. I attain this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan to fit your needs.
I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) for the treatment of trauma recovery and anxiety. I work with clients in helping them free themselves from their past, and into a healthy and productive present. I attain this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan to fit your needs.
Waves, A Psych Co. - Centering Lgbtq+ Mental Hlth
Psychologist, PsyD, MHP-500
11 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
We can often get clients an appt in a week!
Through LGBTQI+ centered individualized weekly talk and/or somatic therapy, Waves psychologists help teens and adults, including families, & relational units, better understand themselves and start living their best life. We offer queer and trans - affirming trauma-informed talk therapy, EMDR, and Connecting to Your body sessions using Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. We are all about neurodiversity and are actively working towards being anti-racist. We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable. We are bisexual, pansexual, and intersex affirming and knowledgeable.
We can often get clients an appt in a week!
Through LGBTQI+ centered individualized weekly talk and/or somatic therapy, Waves psychologists help teens and adults, including families, & relational units, better understand themselves and start living their best life. We offer queer and trans - affirming trauma-informed talk therapy, EMDR, and Connecting to Your body sessions using Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. We are all about neurodiversity and are actively working towards being anti-racist. We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable. We are bisexual, pansexual, and intersex affirming and knowledgeable.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety and Body-Focused-Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair-pulling and skin-picking. I help individuals through a variety of life transitions, depression, work/school stress, and relationships. I have experience providing psychotherapy to children, utilizing play therapy approaches, as well as parent skills training.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety and Body-Focused-Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair-pulling and skin-picking. I help individuals through a variety of life transitions, depression, work/school stress, and relationships. I have experience providing psychotherapy to children, utilizing play therapy approaches, as well as parent skills training.
Lauren Goebel ADHD and Autism Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
San Diego, CA 92102
I work with PDA, Autism, and ADHD in children, teens and adults.
Many neurodivergent people have attachment trauma from being told that they are lazy, too sensitive or have been told that their reactions don't make sense. They are often identified as a problem at school or in their family systems at a young age. I am here to help you process any trauma you are carrying from these experiences.
I work with PDA, Autism, and ADHD in children, teens and adults.
Many neurodivergent people have attachment trauma from being told that they are lazy, too sensitive or have been told that their reactions don't make sense. They are often identified as a problem at school or in their family systems at a young age. I am here to help you process any trauma you are carrying from these experiences.
Melanie Nicholls is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who started practicing in 2021. She has a Master of Social Work. Melanie believes in taking a systems theory approach recognizing that there are many facets that may influence someone's life and well-being. She strives to empower others to help them achieve their goals. In her spare time, Melanie enjoys watching movies, going on trips, and eating delicious food.
Melanie Nicholls is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who started practicing in 2021. She has a Master of Social Work. Melanie believes in taking a systems theory approach recognizing that there are many facets that may influence someone's life and well-being. She strives to empower others to help them achieve their goals. In her spare time, Melanie enjoys watching movies, going on trips, and eating delicious food.
If you or your teen find it hard to stay organized, manage time, or follow through, you are not alone. Executive function coaching can help build clarity, structure, and confidence. Many bright and capable individuals discover that attention, motivation, or planning skills do not always align with their goals, leading to stress or self doubt. Students, college learners, and adults alike can benefit from learning tools that make life feel more balanced and achievable.
If you or your teen find it hard to stay organized, manage time, or follow through, you are not alone. Executive function coaching can help build clarity, structure, and confidence. Many bright and capable individuals discover that attention, motivation, or planning skills do not always align with their goals, leading to stress or self doubt. Students, college learners, and adults alike can benefit from learning tools that make life feel more balanced and achievable.
Che possesses an array of strengths include working with individuals with backgrounds, issues and symptoms that include but not limited to: trauma history (e.g, PTSD), anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, adjustment disorders, inattention (e.g., ADHD/ ADD), and substance use disorders.
In the beginning of her career, Che served as Protective Services Worker with Child Welfare Services (CPS) for nine years with the County of San Diego, Health and Human Services Agency. During that time of her career, Che gained a vast amount of professional experience working in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, as a per diem clinician treating the severely mentally ill population, and as a clinical therapist in a group practice.
Che possesses an array of strengths include working with individuals with backgrounds, issues and symptoms that include but not limited to: trauma history (e.g, PTSD), anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, adjustment disorders, inattention (e.g., ADHD/ ADD), and substance use disorders.
In the beginning of her career, Che served as Protective Services Worker with Child Welfare Services (CPS) for nine years with the County of San Diego, Health and Human Services Agency. During that time of her career, Che gained a vast amount of professional experience working in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, as a per diem clinician treating the severely mentally ill population, and as a clinical therapist in a group practice.
Life's challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving us grappling with feelings of anxiousness, overwhelm and friction in our relationships. In these moments, it can be difficult to see a way forward or to recognize the strength within ourselves. As a compassionate and skilled therapist, my goal is to help you harness your existing strengths while developing new strategies for coping and growth. By drawing on the tools you already possess and introducing additional resources tailored to your unique needs, we can work together to build a path towards healing and resilience.
Life's challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving us grappling with feelings of anxiousness, overwhelm and friction in our relationships. In these moments, it can be difficult to see a way forward or to recognize the strength within ourselves. As a compassionate and skilled therapist, my goal is to help you harness your existing strengths while developing new strategies for coping and growth. By drawing on the tools you already possess and introducing additional resources tailored to your unique needs, we can work together to build a path towards healing and resilience.
Sara is particularly passionate about treating anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues. She recognizes the profound impact these conditions can have on daily life and works diligently to help her clients regain control and build resilience. For those struggling with anxiety and depression, Sara provides a tailored approach that addresses the root causes of these conditions, helping clients develop the skills needed to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
Sara is particularly passionate about treating anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues. She recognizes the profound impact these conditions can have on daily life and works diligently to help her clients regain control and build resilience. For those struggling with anxiety and depression, Sara provides a tailored approach that addresses the root causes of these conditions, helping clients develop the skills needed to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
When people are challenged with changes that affect the ability to manage stressors, there comes a time for positive change and support. I am passionate about focusing on the healing process, whether it involves the challenges of exploring maladaptive behaviors or the triggers of trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults, and families to find healthy coping mechanisms and self-autonomy which will lead to positive perceptions. This, in turn, creates personal identification and self-worth, thus creating healthy relationships.
When people are challenged with changes that affect the ability to manage stressors, there comes a time for positive change and support. I am passionate about focusing on the healing process, whether it involves the challenges of exploring maladaptive behaviors or the triggers of trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults, and families to find healthy coping mechanisms and self-autonomy which will lead to positive perceptions. This, in turn, creates personal identification and self-worth, thus creating healthy relationships.
Hello! My name is Katherine, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am also a woman in my 40's and Filipino American. As a therapist I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, cultural sensitivity, and empowerment. As a Filipino American, I bring an awareness of cultural identity, intergenerational dynamics, and the complexities of balancing community and self. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative space where healing and growth can flourish.
Hello! My name is Katherine, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am also a woman in my 40's and Filipino American. As a therapist I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, cultural sensitivity, and empowerment. As a Filipino American, I bring an awareness of cultural identity, intergenerational dynamics, and the complexities of balancing community and self. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative space where healing and growth can flourish.
Sometimes the non- ADHD partner can take on a parent role, which neither partner enjoys.
I work with adult individuals and couples struggling with ADHD symptoms. Common issues include distractibility, forgetfulness, emotional volatility, and impulsivity, which can lead to misunderstandings, resentment, and even relationship breakdown if not addressed. I can provide tailored interventions to create a more positive way of interacting and coping.
Sometimes the non- ADHD partner can take on a parent role, which neither partner enjoys.
I work with adult individuals and couples struggling with ADHD symptoms. Common issues include distractibility, forgetfulness, emotional volatility, and impulsivity, which can lead to misunderstandings, resentment, and even relationship breakdown if not addressed. I can provide tailored interventions to create a more positive way of interacting and coping.
Neurofeedback is able to help children, teenagers, and adults who have experienced Trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), ADHD and Anxiety disorders as well as a variety of other mental health symptoms.
Individuals who have experienced trauma may have issues with emotional dysregulation, behavior dysregulation, physiological issues and difficulties in coping with personal, work or relationship-based stressors. The neurofeedback perspective demonstrates these symptoms as a dysregulated brain that can be corrected with brain training.
Neurofeedback is able to help children, teenagers, and adults who have experienced Trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), ADHD and Anxiety disorders as well as a variety of other mental health symptoms.
Individuals who have experienced trauma may have issues with emotional dysregulation, behavior dysregulation, physiological issues and difficulties in coping with personal, work or relationship-based stressors. The neurofeedback perspective demonstrates these symptoms as a dysregulated brain that can be corrected with brain training.
My specialties include Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorders, Anxiety, Panic, and Phobias, Depression, Children’s Behavior Disorders, Adolescent Struggles, Parenting Concerns, Relationship and Communication Challenges, Stress Management, and coaching in skills to help you thrive!
Background: Family Relations Counselor in the Family Services Unit, the Judicial Branch, Connecticut, worked on custody, & family violence cases, Therapist at Catholic Family Services, and the Family Study Center, as well as a staff member at UC Irvine, Medical Center advising staff and patients on the psychological aspects of infertility.
My specialties include Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorders, Anxiety, Panic, and Phobias, Depression, Children’s Behavior Disorders, Adolescent Struggles, Parenting Concerns, Relationship and Communication Challenges, Stress Management, and coaching in skills to help you thrive!
Background: Family Relations Counselor in the Family Services Unit, the Judicial Branch, Connecticut, worked on custody, & family violence cases, Therapist at Catholic Family Services, and the Family Study Center, as well as a staff member at UC Irvine, Medical Center advising staff and patients on the psychological aspects of infertility.
You deserve support through life’s challenges and the chance to thrive. When life doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you are heard and valued. Together, we’ll create a personalized path to healing, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Using evidence-based techniques and mindfulness within a culturally supportive framework, I’ll help you shift your relationship with difficult emotions and increase your confidence. You deserve a fulfilling life, and I’m here to support you in creating lasting, meaningful change.
You deserve support through life’s challenges and the chance to thrive. When life doesn’t go as planned, it can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, safe space where you are heard and valued. Together, we’ll create a personalized path to healing, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Using evidence-based techniques and mindfulness within a culturally supportive framework, I’ll help you shift your relationship with difficult emotions and increase your confidence. You deserve a fulfilling life, and I’m here to support you in creating lasting, meaningful change.
I support women through infertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period, and I offer neurodiversity-affirming care for individuals who are diagnosed or self-identify with ADHD and/or Autism, as well as Highly Sensitive People, honoring each person’s unique strengths and sensitivity.
I work with individuals and couples navigating relationships, new motherhood, and life transitions. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy that honors each person’s unique way of thinking and experiencing the world. Using an integrative, personalized approach, I provide a compassionate space to strengthen relationships, deepen self-understanding.
I support women through infertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period, and I offer neurodiversity-affirming care for individuals who are diagnosed or self-identify with ADHD and/or Autism, as well as Highly Sensitive People, honoring each person’s unique strengths and sensitivity.
I work with individuals and couples navigating relationships, new motherhood, and life transitions. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy that honors each person’s unique way of thinking and experiencing the world. Using an integrative, personalized approach, I provide a compassionate space to strengthen relationships, deepen self-understanding.
She offers a relaxed, empathetic space where clients can safely express themselves. Michelle uses her rapport with clients to encourage positive self-change. Depending on each client’s needs, Michelle uses methods from the following, and other, therapeutic models: Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Humanistic/Person-centered, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Solution-focused, Mindfulness, Trauma-focused, Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, and Gottman Couples Therapy. Michelle enjoys working with diverse individuals of all cultures, lifestyles, ethnicities, spiritualities, sexualities, races, and gender identities.
She offers a relaxed, empathetic space where clients can safely express themselves. Michelle uses her rapport with clients to encourage positive self-change. Depending on each client’s needs, Michelle uses methods from the following, and other, therapeutic models: Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Humanistic/Person-centered, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Solution-focused, Mindfulness, Trauma-focused, Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, and Gottman Couples Therapy. Michelle enjoys working with diverse individuals of all cultures, lifestyles, ethnicities, spiritualities, sexualities, races, and gender identities.
I have experience working with adults who suffer from mental health issues, are experiencing loss, unresolved trauma, issues around parenting, family of origin, and ADHD issues.
As a therapist my goal is to assist you in finding your purpose, place and power. I approach clients with empathy, using love, compassion and humor. I work with adults who find themselves in an uncomfortable and sometimes painful place. I am an educated grounded therapist who has walked the talk. Utilizing evidenced based treatment models, I offer up respect that you are your own best critic, therefore, it is a collaborative therapeutic session that I offer. I believe it is my role to help you to find where your insight may need adjustment in order to find solutions that are healthier and empowering.
I have experience working with adults who suffer from mental health issues, are experiencing loss, unresolved trauma, issues around parenting, family of origin, and ADHD issues.
As a therapist my goal is to assist you in finding your purpose, place and power. I approach clients with empathy, using love, compassion and humor. I work with adults who find themselves in an uncomfortable and sometimes painful place. I am an educated grounded therapist who has walked the talk. Utilizing evidenced based treatment models, I offer up respect that you are your own best critic, therefore, it is a collaborative therapeutic session that I offer. I believe it is my role to help you to find where your insight may need adjustment in order to find solutions that are healthier and empowering.
Life provides happiness as well as its share of challenges. I believe individuals and couples are capable of navigating life but sometimes need a little extra help and compassion throughout the process. Therapy can be that place where a person can discuss, learn and work through any past or present challenges that may be getting in the way of living a happy and hopeful life.
Life provides happiness as well as its share of challenges. I believe individuals and couples are capable of navigating life but sometimes need a little extra help and compassion throughout the process. Therapy can be that place where a person can discuss, learn and work through any past or present challenges that may be getting in the way of living a happy and hopeful life.
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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.