ADHD Therapists in Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

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Joseph Graybill
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
An expert in the treatment of ADHD, OCD and related anxiety and depression, Dr. Graybill specializes in helping Neurodiverse adolescents and adults improve their social-emotional wellness and life skills. His practice is positioned to address the complex needs of individuals with ADHD, Learning Disorders and OCD, and offers specialized support through Tele-health for residents of Florida, NY and Vermont. Now is the time to connect with an experienced psychologist who can help you or your child thrive, despite adversity. Dr. Graybill has specialized in this field for over 12 years. Continue reading on how to book a session.
An expert in the treatment of ADHD, OCD and related anxiety and depression, Dr. Graybill specializes in helping Neurodiverse adolescents and adults improve their social-emotional wellness and life skills. His practice is positioned to address the complex needs of individuals with ADHD, Learning Disorders and OCD, and offers specialized support through Tele-health for residents of Florida, NY and Vermont. Now is the time to connect with an experienced psychologist who can help you or your child thrive, despite adversity. Dr. Graybill has specialized in this field for over 12 years. Continue reading on how to book a session.
(727) 594-7201 View (727) 594-7201
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Alejandro Arias
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202
I specialize in bilingual psychological and neuropsychological testing. I test for memory disorders, Long Term Disability cases, Immigration cases, Hardship cases, court ordered cases, Fitness for parenting, Fitness for Duty, Forensic/expert witness, workers compensation, Autism, Developmental Delays, special accomodations for testing (SAT, GRE, USMLE, MCAT, LSAT etc), psychosexual evaluations, ADHD, IQ, Gifted, Learning Disability, Personality disorders, anxiety and depression. I provide assistance in legal neuropsychological document reviews. A thorough evaluation will often shed light into years of academic/personal underachievement and with proper detection, provide meaningful correction to troubling personal issues. A new office location has just opened in the Lakeland/Polk County area.
I specialize in bilingual psychological and neuropsychological testing. I test for memory disorders, Long Term Disability cases, Immigration cases, Hardship cases, court ordered cases, Fitness for parenting, Fitness for Duty, Forensic/expert witness, workers compensation, Autism, Developmental Delays, special accomodations for testing (SAT, GRE, USMLE, MCAT, LSAT etc), psychosexual evaluations, ADHD, IQ, Gifted, Learning Disability, Personality disorders, anxiety and depression. I provide assistance in legal neuropsychological document reviews. A thorough evaluation will often shed light into years of academic/personal underachievement and with proper detection, provide meaningful correction to troubling personal issues. A new office location has just opened in the Lakeland/Polk County area.
(305) 834-4509 View (305) 834-4509
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Tammy McBride
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32201
Tammy McBride is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 5 years of professional experience. Tammy has worked with adults and children with a variety of mental health diagnoses and specializes in children with behavioral issues (ODD, ADHD, DMDD) and adults with a history of trauma. Tammy has worked with veterans and adults who face PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other issues that impact their lives so they can heal from their trauma and eliminate symptoms that are impacting their lives.
Tammy McBride is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 5 years of professional experience. Tammy has worked with adults and children with a variety of mental health diagnoses and specializes in children with behavioral issues (ODD, ADHD, DMDD) and adults with a history of trauma. Tammy has worked with veterans and adults who face PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other issues that impact their lives so they can heal from their trauma and eliminate symptoms that are impacting their lives.
(904) 867-3231 View (904) 867-3231
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Cassandre Francois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Do you struggle with believing in yourself and making confident decisions? I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, and Parenting. I will give feedback for you to make proud decisions while learning coping skills and trusting yourself. I will be a guide in your journey using a trauma-informed and gender-affirming methods.
Do you struggle with believing in yourself and making confident decisions? I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, and Parenting. I will give feedback for you to make proud decisions while learning coping skills and trusting yourself. I will be a guide in your journey using a trauma-informed and gender-affirming methods.
(904) 560-5075 View (904) 560-5075
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Christal L. Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32201  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients with developmental diagnoses such as Autism and ADHD.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, discouraged or uncertain of what to do? Unfortunately, that's part of the human experience some times. I take pleasure in helping individuals and parents navigate through difficult situations. However, you are the expert on yourself and your family! I will partner with you to offer insight, guidance and support as you discover the tools that will empower you to create the life of your choice. My counseling approach is to provide a fun, safe, warm, inviting, genuine, nonjudgmental zone to promote self-love, healing, growth and self-discovery.
I specialize in working with clients with developmental diagnoses such as Autism and ADHD.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, discouraged or uncertain of what to do? Unfortunately, that's part of the human experience some times. I take pleasure in helping individuals and parents navigate through difficult situations. However, you are the expert on yourself and your family! I will partner with you to offer insight, guidance and support as you discover the tools that will empower you to create the life of your choice. My counseling approach is to provide a fun, safe, warm, inviting, genuine, nonjudgmental zone to promote self-love, healing, growth and self-discovery.
(404) 649-0212 View (404) 649-0212
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Joanne Baum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32201  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I partner with the person I am working with and we collaboratively explore options that may fit your needs and bring you where you want to be, and how you want to be in your life. I am available for TeleHealth Sessions throughout Florida. If you want to tackle issues such as Addiction, Codependency, Trauma, Sexuality, Unmanageable Stress and Anxiety, Gambling, ADD, Feeling Intimidated by a Life Transition, Negative Self-Talk, Feeling Stuck, or making Personal and/or Career Changes we may want to meet. I use Brainspotting, talk therapies, and a variety of other treatment methods like CBT, MI, & DBT.
As a therapist, I partner with the person I am working with and we collaboratively explore options that may fit your needs and bring you where you want to be, and how you want to be in your life. I am available for TeleHealth Sessions throughout Florida. If you want to tackle issues such as Addiction, Codependency, Trauma, Sexuality, Unmanageable Stress and Anxiety, Gambling, ADD, Feeling Intimidated by a Life Transition, Negative Self-Talk, Feeling Stuck, or making Personal and/or Career Changes we may want to meet. I use Brainspotting, talk therapies, and a variety of other treatment methods like CBT, MI, & DBT.
(239) 268-6683 View (239) 268-6683
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Secoyia Key
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
I'm easy going and add a little humor in, but will challenge you to grow.
Restart, renew and refresh your outlook. I'd like to assist you with regaining or finally establishing control over your life through building effective coping skills that help with addressing current and past stressors. My approach will help you to reduce troublesome mental health symptoms by developing a better self-image, exploring healthier life choices, instilling hope and using appropriate coping mechanisms to reach your goals. I can support you in regaining your life from trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, along with building and maintaining happy, healthy relationships with others and yourself.
I'm easy going and add a little humor in, but will challenge you to grow.
Restart, renew and refresh your outlook. I'd like to assist you with regaining or finally establishing control over your life through building effective coping skills that help with addressing current and past stressors. My approach will help you to reduce troublesome mental health symptoms by developing a better self-image, exploring healthier life choices, instilling hope and using appropriate coping mechanisms to reach your goals. I can support you in regaining your life from trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, along with building and maintaining happy, healthy relationships with others and yourself.
(501) 588-8533 View (501) 588-8533
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Logan Elliot
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32201  (Online Only)
Sick of feeling stuck? Let's move you forward. Are you smart, educated, and goal-oriented, yet find yourself suffering? Perhaps you are wondering how to move past that same damn argument with your partner. Perhaps you find that when everything is going well, you self-sabotage. Perhaps you're having some trouble forgiving yourself for past mistakes or parenting missteps. It's time to live life the way YOU want, purge the shame of not being "enough", and start having more joy in your life. My style is relaxed and non-traditional. Expect to laugh and look forward to therapy, and also make progress that you can be proud of!
Sick of feeling stuck? Let's move you forward. Are you smart, educated, and goal-oriented, yet find yourself suffering? Perhaps you are wondering how to move past that same damn argument with your partner. Perhaps you find that when everything is going well, you self-sabotage. Perhaps you're having some trouble forgiving yourself for past mistakes or parenting missteps. It's time to live life the way YOU want, purge the shame of not being "enough", and start having more joy in your life. My style is relaxed and non-traditional. Expect to laugh and look forward to therapy, and also make progress that you can be proud of!
(850) 735-7471 View (850) 735-7471
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Patricia Lomando
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, provides neurodivergent affirming services for the child, adolescent, and adult. Depression and anxiety are passions focused on throughout her career. Using sandtray, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems and Play Therapy, she explores mood and prevention patterns, collaborates on coping strategies and helps identify those sometimes elusive gifts that are part of every neurotype. With expansive certifications in Registered Play Therapy and Infant Mental Health, she works through methodologies that bridge family gaps and help “translate” the child’s language through play, art and sand tray work.
Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, provides neurodivergent affirming services for the child, adolescent, and adult. Depression and anxiety are passions focused on throughout her career. Using sandtray, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems and Play Therapy, she explores mood and prevention patterns, collaborates on coping strategies and helps identify those sometimes elusive gifts that are part of every neurotype. With expansive certifications in Registered Play Therapy and Infant Mental Health, she works through methodologies that bridge family gaps and help “translate” the child’s language through play, art and sand tray work.
(305) 570-3547 View (305) 570-3547
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Dorimar Arroyo
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202
My ideal client struggles with insecurities, fears, has low self- esteem, and difficulties to identify his or her strengths. He or she has fears, and anxieties, and create the worst possible case scenarios in his or her inner dialogue for situations that he or she finds threatening or challenging. Also my ideal client needs to identify strategies to better manage their time. My ideal client struggles with anxieties in his or her relationship, which could lead to codependency and anxious attachment patterns.
My ideal client struggles with insecurities, fears, has low self- esteem, and difficulties to identify his or her strengths. He or she has fears, and anxieties, and create the worst possible case scenarios in his or her inner dialogue for situations that he or she finds threatening or challenging. Also my ideal client needs to identify strategies to better manage their time. My ideal client struggles with anxieties in his or her relationship, which could lead to codependency and anxious attachment patterns.
(561) 556-3759 View (561) 556-3759
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Nena Ferrara
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
Ferrara Therapy Collective - where healing and growth intersect. I understand that each person’s journey is unique so my therapeutic process is tailored to meet individual needs. My commitment is to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I believe in empowering you to navigate life’s challenges, fostering resilience, and facilitating transformative experiences. Your well-being is my priority and I look forward to supporting you on your path to personal and relational growth.
Ferrara Therapy Collective - where healing and growth intersect. I understand that each person’s journey is unique so my therapeutic process is tailored to meet individual needs. My commitment is to create a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I believe in empowering you to navigate life’s challenges, fostering resilience, and facilitating transformative experiences. Your well-being is my priority and I look forward to supporting you on your path to personal and relational growth.
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Danielle Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32201  (Online Only)
In our lives, we find ourselves caught in the whirlwind of expectations, deadlines, and the relentless pursuit of success. We are the Burnout Generation, a cohort not defined by our failures but by the resilience forged in the fires of overwhelming demands. In a world that constantly asks for more, we have shouldered burdens that previous generations might not comprehend. The pressure to excel and to meet societal standards has become our daily battle. We want to live healthy, but how are we supposed to know what that looks like or what the process is to achieve this?
In our lives, we find ourselves caught in the whirlwind of expectations, deadlines, and the relentless pursuit of success. We are the Burnout Generation, a cohort not defined by our failures but by the resilience forged in the fires of overwhelming demands. In a world that constantly asks for more, we have shouldered burdens that previous generations might not comprehend. The pressure to excel and to meet societal standards has become our daily battle. We want to live healthy, but how are we supposed to know what that looks like or what the process is to achieve this?
(775) 526-4652 View (775) 526-4652
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Green Mountain DBT (Michael Nichols LICSW, LCSW)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is struggling to cope with overwhelming emotions. They may have experienced trauma or abuse in the past, and they may be struggling with unstable and intense relationships. They may have tried individual therapy or even been psychiatrically hospitalized, but they still struggle with anger, mood swings, impulsive and erratic behavior, addictions, suicidal ideation, and self-harm urges and actions. My ideal client is someone who is ready to do more than just change their thinking; they want to change their life.
My ideal client is someone who is struggling to cope with overwhelming emotions. They may have experienced trauma or abuse in the past, and they may be struggling with unstable and intense relationships. They may have tried individual therapy or even been psychiatrically hospitalized, but they still struggle with anger, mood swings, impulsive and erratic behavior, addictions, suicidal ideation, and self-harm urges and actions. My ideal client is someone who is ready to do more than just change their thinking; they want to change their life.
(904) 746-9679 View (904) 746-9679
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Chelsea Bey-Moon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
Greetings! I specialize in working with individuals who are challenged with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have experience working with individuals and families in various practice settings. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Currently providing telehealth services to Florida residents.
Greetings! I specialize in working with individuals who are challenged with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have experience working with individuals and families in various practice settings. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Currently providing telehealth services to Florida residents.
(804) 375-4813 x715 View (804) 375-4813 x715
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Dr. Alfred Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
Hello, friends. Are you emotionally exhausted due to chronic stress, ongoing conflicts, or unresolved trauma? Are you utterly overwhelmed after attempting to secure meaningful connections with family, friends, or loved ones? If so, you are not alone. Several children maintain the notion that "parents just don't understand." Conversely, many parents believe their children are emotionally detached from family. If this sounds like your case. . .I am extending my "virtual" hand. Let us work together to overcome issues that have long stopped you and your family from being happy, healthy, and whole.
Hello, friends. Are you emotionally exhausted due to chronic stress, ongoing conflicts, or unresolved trauma? Are you utterly overwhelmed after attempting to secure meaningful connections with family, friends, or loved ones? If so, you are not alone. Several children maintain the notion that "parents just don't understand." Conversely, many parents believe their children are emotionally detached from family. If this sounds like your case. . .I am extending my "virtual" hand. Let us work together to overcome issues that have long stopped you and your family from being happy, healthy, and whole.
(904) 447-5774 View (904) 447-5774
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Adrianna Crouch
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202  (Online Only)
As a practicing therapist and former client, I understand how difficult it can be to move forward when you feel stuck or struggling against what seems impossible to recover from or manage. I firmly believe that each of us has the ability to meet and even surpass our expectations of what is possible for us to overcome, regardless of how dire the circumstances may seem. You are the expert on your own life and my role is to help you become a more confident expert. As a result, I work best with clients who are prepared to be active and committed to therapy in order to be more successful in their everyday lives.
As a practicing therapist and former client, I understand how difficult it can be to move forward when you feel stuck or struggling against what seems impossible to recover from or manage. I firmly believe that each of us has the ability to meet and even surpass our expectations of what is possible for us to overcome, regardless of how dire the circumstances may seem. You are the expert on your own life and my role is to help you become a more confident expert. As a result, I work best with clients who are prepared to be active and committed to therapy in order to be more successful in their everyday lives.
(410) 781-1357 View (410) 781-1357
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Larry M. Nichols
Counselor, D Min, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32202
'Life is difficult.' These words are no less true today than when they were written more than 35 years ago by M. Scott Peck. As a therapist, I believe I am engaged in a special calling to come along side those who encounter this truth to offer help, comfort and encouragement. Everyone's story is different and everyone has the right to expect to be treated as the unique person they are. Life may get no less difficult, but all of us can learn to adjust and cope to make the road less challenging.
'Life is difficult.' These words are no less true today than when they were written more than 35 years ago by M. Scott Peck. As a therapist, I believe I am engaged in a special calling to come along side those who encounter this truth to offer help, comfort and encouragement. Everyone's story is different and everyone has the right to expect to be treated as the unique person they are. Life may get no less difficult, but all of us can learn to adjust and cope to make the road less challenging.
(904) 373-1248 View (904) 373-1248
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Quality Life Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32247
Quality Life Center is an outpatient behavioral health clinic that provides individual, couples, and family counseling, psychiatric and medication management. Our licensed therapists and registered interns provide counseling both face to face and teletherapy through video conferencing. Our psychiatrist and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our office is in Duval county with appointments available Monday through Friday. Quality Life Center also offers case management services for children and adults as well as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program for adults 18+.
Quality Life Center is an outpatient behavioral health clinic that provides individual, couples, and family counseling, psychiatric and medication management. Our licensed therapists and registered interns provide counseling both face to face and teletherapy through video conferencing. Our psychiatrist and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our office is in Duval county with appointments available Monday through Friday. Quality Life Center also offers case management services for children and adults as well as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program for adults 18+.
(904) 685-8515 View (904) 685-8515
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Lawrence J Levy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32203  (Online Only)
Life is not always easy. Sometimes you need to find someone who really can listen to you and hear what is going on. Choosing the right Psychologist is not always easy, either. I can offer you a combination of heart, empathy, and understanding to help you find your own solutions to the problems which face you. My Psychologist office in Boca Raton is accessible from North Broward, Delray Beach and Boynton Beach. Call for an appointment. At this time, because of COVID, I only seeing patients online through teletherapy. That means I can work with you no matter where in Florida you are currently living.
Life is not always easy. Sometimes you need to find someone who really can listen to you and hear what is going on. Choosing the right Psychologist is not always easy, either. I can offer you a combination of heart, empathy, and understanding to help you find your own solutions to the problems which face you. My Psychologist office in Boca Raton is accessible from North Broward, Delray Beach and Boynton Beach. Call for an appointment. At this time, because of COVID, I only seeing patients online through teletherapy. That means I can work with you no matter where in Florida you are currently living.
(561) 739-2242 View (561) 739-2242
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Bianca Doll
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32201
Bianca Doll is a Registered Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern who specializes in a diverse range of conditions and provides comprehensive support and healing. With a focus on depression, anxiety, narcissistic abuse, sexual trauma, trauma, PTSD, grief, and personality disorders, Bianca offers a compassionate evidence-based approach to address each client's unique needs. Bianca creates a safe and supportive space for clients to process and heal from trauma, navigate the grieving process with resilience and self-compassion, and learn about self-awareness, coping skills, and relational growth.
Bianca Doll is a Registered Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern who specializes in a diverse range of conditions and provides comprehensive support and healing. With a focus on depression, anxiety, narcissistic abuse, sexual trauma, trauma, PTSD, grief, and personality disorders, Bianca offers a compassionate evidence-based approach to address each client's unique needs. Bianca creates a safe and supportive space for clients to process and heal from trauma, navigate the grieving process with resilience and self-compassion, and learn about self-awareness, coping skills, and relational growth.
(904) 299-1763 View (904) 299-1763

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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.