ADHD Therapists in San Jose, CA
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Gerard Anthony Chambers
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified
Verified
**Dr. Chambers is not a therapist and he does not do therapy or any form of treatment. My Philosophy is that you need to diagnose the problem accurately before you can fix the problem! Neuropsychological Evaluations,
ADHD
Testing, Learning Disability Evaluations, Mental Health Diagnostic Testing, Expert Testimony, Civil Litigation, Court Related Testing, 504 Plans, IEP's, IDEA Accommodations, MCAT Accommodations, Workplace Accommodations, Capacity Evaluations, Wills & Trusts, and much more! Dr. Chambers is a neuropsychologist that offers a wide range of testing and evaluative services for forensic [legal matters] and non-forensic matters. We do not accept insurance.

Carmen Enciso-Steinberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with adults with anxiety, depression and Adult
ADHD
and people that feel like they have
ADHD
.
Are you constantly feeling frustrated and overwhelmed? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationships? I would like to help you achieve a sense of peace and connection so that you can lead a satisfying and meaningful life. I work in a compassionate manner by listening to you and focusing on the issues you want to work on. I use evidenced based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to bring you relief from difficult feelings and thoughts that accompany depression and anxiety.

Meghan Fraley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have helped people struggling with depression, life-transitions, anxiety, childhood trauma,
ADHD
, self-esteem, and spiritual/existential concerns.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek out a therapist. As social beings, we all need support and at certain times we need it more than ever. Speaking to someone you can open up to and trust, knowing you will not be judged, can really make a difference in navigating emotional turmoil, relationships, stress, anxiety, processing trauma, and making our way through major life transitions. At times we may struggle with larger life questions such as, "Who am I?" and "What is my purpose in life?" I am here to help.

Brian J Thomason
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS (2), MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with all ages and populations. My advanced training and experience is working as a pediatric psychotherapist, specializing in children with anxieties and attachment disorders. I also have advanced training and experience working with couples, or individuals with an emphasis on relationships, acquiring or healing. I work with a combination of Relational techniques to develop a strong relationship that begins with a greater understanding and the ability to communicate with your partner. My training and experience also specializes in parent coaching. I have a unique training background for working with OCD,
ADHD
, and Autism

Rachel Faas
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
I often work with those with high sensitivities,
ADHD
and anxiety, and those having trouble with emotional regulation.
Are you feeling stuck? I am here to invite you to a new experience. At the Process Therapy Institute, you can use art therapy to process unconscious material and heal without words. Art is a healing modality for all ages and no past experience in art is required! Through art and talk therapy, clients learn to regulate emotions and define values. I work with children and adults on building self-esteem, agency, and meaning making. You are the expert of your own life. I invite you to investigate and experience what that means to you.

Minoo Mehdikhan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My specialization is in the area of stress, mood disorder, trauma, relationship problems,
ADD
,
ADHD
, autism, asperger disorder, speech disorder and learning disability. My orientation is eclectic, psychodynamic, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and EEG Neurofeedback. I work with adults, adolescents, as well as children.

Christine Minakakis
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Do you procrastinate on tasks that you want to do, needing the right amount of anxiety/adrenaline to get it done at the last possible minute? Do you often have difficulty relaxing when you have time to yourself? Have you tried every possible planner, routine, system, and can't find one that sticks? This could be some of what an adult with
ADHD
might experience. You might have been diagnosed as a child or you may be completely new to the neurodivergent world. Our work can help you process anxiety and shame around
ADHD
symptoms, help navigate social, relationship, and work settings, and help you better understand your brilliant brain.

Dr. Amber M Sepsey
Psychologist, PhD, LP, 200 RYT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Dr. Sepsey is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Meraki Psychological Services. She serves children, teens, parents, and emerging adults in Michigan and California. Dr. Sepsey offers therapeutic intervention, neurodevelopmental evaluation, and school advocacy services. She has acquired advanced training at leading institutions including Stanford University and Children’s Hospital of Michigan, where she has gained clinical specialization in working with pediatric chronic pain and illness, as well as supporting individuals across the lifespan to navigate depression, anxiety, trauma,
ADHD
, and autism.

Holly-Marie Arce
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Arce also specializes in assessment for
ADHD
, learning disorders, cognitive difficulty and psychological disorders.
Dr. Arce is a licensed clinical psychologist, experienced in working with multicultural individuals, catering treatment to patient's needs. She has worked in multiple settings including: university counseling, hospitals, medical school, and community mental health agencies. Most recently she has worked with couples in pre-marital counseling. Dr. Arce specializes in life transitions, anxiety disorders, depression, heath-related difficulties, relationships, and spiritual development. Communication of needs and progress are reviewed regularly to ensure that each patient finds value in the time spent in treatment.

Gerard Anthony Chambers Jr
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified
Verified
**Dr. Chambers is not a therapist and he does not do therapy or any form of treatment. My Philosophy is that you need to diagnose the problem accurately before you can fix the problem! Neuropsychological Evaluations,
ADHD
Testing, Learning Disability Evaluations, Mental Health Diagnostic Testing, Expert Testimony, Civil Litigation, Court Related Testing, 504 Plans, IEP's, IDEA Accommodations, MCAT Accommodations, Workplace Accommodations, Capacity Evaluations, Wills & Trusts, and much more!

Katherine Fischer
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Some examples of learning differences are dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia,
ADHD
, slow processing speed, and sensory processing disorders.
I provide psychoeducational assessments for students who are having difficulty in school. Currently I am only providing assessments through an online platform. Striving to help these students understand their strengths and weaknesses, as well as gaining skills to help school become easier is my number one goal. Often my clients have teachers or parents who believe that the student might have a psychological, attention, or learning difference, which is preventing them from learning to the best of their abilities.

EvoLibri Consulting
Counselor, MA
We are a fee for service agency that works exclusively with Neurodiverse Clients and their families, ages 14 through adult. Our services range from psychotherapy, personal coaching, independent living skills assessment and training, classes, lectures, and social/community groups. We work with adolescents, young adults, and adults and their families. Our clients range from high school students struggling with anxiety and school refusal to high-tech employees wishing to learn skills to overcome challenges of their autism or
ADHD
to be more productive and happier in their lives.

Adrienne B DiFabio
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
DiFabio is focused on providing services for psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment (
ADHD
, Learning disorders, Dyslexia, ASD, etc.
Dr. DiFabio is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Merit Psychology Group, A Professional Psychology Corporation. She believes that a comprehensive assessment of clients guides treatment and sets them on the right path to success in their lives. Dr. DiFabio conducts psychological assessments. Services include assessment of personality,
ADHD
, ASD, learning disorders, and cognitive issues in children, teens and adults. Dr. DiFabio also provides second opinions related to previous diagnoses. And, Dr. DiFabio performs forensic assessment with medico-legal questions (ex. Competency, VAWA).

Miller Psychological Assessments
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in assessment and diagnosis of Learning disabilities and
ADHD
in childhood through adulthood. My years of experience working with school districts allows me to offer superior yet efficient assessments at highly competitive rates. I can also help you navigate the special education system if needed.

Radha Richmond, Licensed Educational Psychologist
Licensed Educational Psychologist, MA, EdS, LEP
Verified
Verified
I'm a licensed educational psychologist specializing in assessment and intervention of psychological disorders impacting learning and school performance (e.g. dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, attention issues like
ADD
/
ADHD
, neurodevelopment disorders such as autism, and social-emotional disorders). I specialize in psycho-educational assessment focusing on discovering why educational difficulties are occurring and providing intervention recommendations. Families often come to me to discover why their child may be failing in school, or has lost motivation to do their best, or is having behavioral/attention challenges, or when homework takes a long time and/or is a battle (among other reasons).

Simone Haupenthal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
As a parent or guardian, you may have concerns about your child’s school performance, learning difficulties, and attention or hyperactivity. Dr. Haupenthal wants to help your child succeed academically and emotionally to the best of his/her abilities. Dr. Haupenthal is bilingual, English/Spanish and provides child, adolescent, and college student testing including concerns with
ADHD
, intellectual disability, autism, learning and language difficulties, behavior issues at home and/or school, low academic performance, anxiety, and depression. Dr. Haupenthal also provides IQ testing for school entrance and psychotherapy services.

Katie Robey
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am currently open to taking new clients. Welcome, I am so happy you are here! I believe in a trauma-informed and strength-based approach that seeks to empower you and encourages you to be your most authentic self. My lens is both humanistic and holistic, identifying personal, environmental, and cultural factors that are impacting your mental health. If this resonates with you, you are in the right place. In our time together, I want you to feel heard, seen, and validated. To those with
ADHD
, relationship struggles, in the LGBTQIA+ community, or individuals who experienced trauma, this is a safe space for you!

Dr. Irada Wattanavitukul
Psychological Associate, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an Asian therapist who specialize in working with kids, individuals, and families experiencing and navigating learning disabilities, developmental disabilities including Autism and
ADHD
. I provide family therapy, individual counseling guidance and coaching (for children and teens), and evaluation / assessment for
ADHD
and Autism. Evaluation and Assessments are provided for age 6 and up. I also provide adult
ADHD
and Autism assessments.

Christine Powell
EdD, MEd
Verified
Verified
Seeing my own son struggle with
ADHD
was difficult.
Dr. Christine Powell- Education Therapist, works with children with diagnosed and undiagnosed learning challenges. Dr. Powell has specialized training and experience working with students with Executive Functioning disorders, including
ADHD
. Fulbright Scholar (Singapore 2019), published researcher, and learning disabilities advocate. Offering Individual sessions for students grades 4- 12, and special education advocacy. A child's unique learning profile/neurobehavioral footprint is key to helping them move beyond checklists and organizers. I help your child create momentum for lasting academic and behavioral change.
Waitlist for new clients

ADHD Coach - Christina Coravos
2 Endorsed
2 Endorsed
Women with
ADHD
: are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and perfectionist? As you take a new step in your business or career, allow me to help you stay on track toward your most important goals, while feeling clarity and confidence as your authentic self.
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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.