ADHD Therapists in Highland Park, NJ

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Deborah Kaplan
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been a clinical psychologist for more than 25 years. I have extensive experience treating adolescents and adults who are experiencing challenges with life's transitions and milestones, anxiety, depression, relationship or social difficulties, or have survived childhood trauma or more recent traumatic events. The work that I do involves a combination of insight oriented, Somatic Experiencing, and emotion regulation therapies. I also have extensive experiencing helping people with ADHD develop more effective compensatory strategies and thrive despite their challenges.
(732) 372-0850 x6
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Julia Feiring - Neurodiverse Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am a psychotherapist licensed in New Jersey and Massachusetts. My practice specializes in working with ADHD , Autistic and Neurodivergent adults, teens and their families. This includes those who are self diagnosed, late diagnosed and exploring diagnosis. I have over ten years experience working with a variety of clients including those facing anxiety, depression, infertility, life transitions, parenting, chronic illness, and cultural challenges.
(732) 696-4694
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Kathleen Bakos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
Verified
It's hard to admit needing, or accept help sometimes. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or inertia about self-motivated change? If you're struggling with managing anxiety or depression, infertility, adoption issues, trauma, LGBTQ, ADHD , child behavior, mariage, or impulse control I can help. I will "meet you where you are" emotionally, and together we can navigate what you are experiencing. I want to walk with you while you find mental wellness, manage stressors, obtain clarity, and gain the peace of mind that you deserve. There's much healing in being heard, understood, and taking time to process emotions.
(908) 224-5237
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Michelle Kessous
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations help to identify learning disabilities, ADHD , and emotional problems.
I am a firm believer in encouraging positivity, bolstering self-efficacy, and cultivating independence in others. My typical client is a child, adolescent, or young adult (age 3 to 29) who may be struggling academically, socially, or with developing effective emotional coping skills. Often, the individuals I see have difficulty with attention, concentration, organization, and with meeting the daily demands required of them at school. I also offer much support to parents who may be frustrated with their attempts at connecting with their kids and who are in need of guidance relating to discipline techniques and behavior management.
(732) 412-6925
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Jeremy Lichtman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of youth, adolescents, and adults with severe emotional dsyregulation, self-injuring behaviors, suicidal ideation, Tourette syndrome, the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, trichotillomania (hairpulling), ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal/avoidance, and PTSD.
As a psychologist with expertise in CBT and DBT, I care deeply about providing the very best treatment to my clients. My therapy approach utilizes research-supported techniques to treat clients according to their individualized needs, making sure to collaborate with parents, school personnel, and medical providers. I support my clients by providing them with straightforward feedback and a clear plan, and by helping them develop skills to improve their lives.
(848) 233-3476
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Elinor Bashe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I work with parents of children whose intensity is due to a number of factors -- ADHD , learning differences, anxiety and even giftedness.
Have you ever said: "No one ever taught me how to be a parent or spouse?" Perhaps navigating the relationships at work is posing a challenge. I help clients look at patterns of communication and behaviors that aren't working and help them understand their origins. Together, we develop an understanding of what is causing the difficulties so that we may address them successfully. I've been a psychologist for 25 years, helping clients enhance their relationships with family members, friends and colleagues. While much of my work is with adults, I am also a child psychologist.
(732) 333-8625 x2
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Brandon English
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also have experience working with those struggling with anxiety, depression and ADHD .
Experienced Clinician Supporting Those Struggling with Grief and Trauma: Grief, loss and feeling lost is something everyone experiences. The pain of loss shows us our love for those we miss. Yet we may struggle with emotions we don’t understand, blame, guilt, anger among many others, but you're not alone. You may be looking to reimagine the relationship with your person, understand the “why”, or overcome guilt of moving forward and feel joy again. Your grief is your own and no one can tell you how to grieve, but finding support to cope, heal and grow in your journey can help integrate your loss story into your life story.
(732) 936-7580
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Tammy Dorff
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have a diverse practice in which I work with adults, children, adolescents and couples who are struggling with a variety of different issues. These include depression, anxiety/panic attacks, relationship problems, school and behavioral issues, parenting challenges, ADHD , low self-esteem, stress, sexual orientation and gender identity concerns, struggles with spirituality, self-injurious behavior, adoption, dealing with medical problems, grief and loss, trauma, and coping with divorce and its aftermath. My ideal client is one who wants help and is feeling ready to do the work necessary to improve and enrich his or her life.
(732) 201-2138
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Pat Spencer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether looking for individual or couples therapy, finding the right therapist can be challenging. Who would be a good match? Who has the balance of supporting you and challenging you when needed? Who do you trust? Perhaps I can be that right match. I have experience in the LGBT, military, and Veterans communities. I have experience working with adults and children from cultures across the world. I have worked with various issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, work/school/sports performance. I have a calm, friendly, interactive, supportive style while focusing on the healing power of a therapeutic relationship.
(732) 837-2317
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Sarah Wilson-Leslie
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am a licensed associate marriage and family therapist. I have experience with supporting individuals, couples, and families in improving communication, setting boundaries, and managing challenging life transitions. I am passionate about helping clients explore complex family dynamics, as well as the impact those dynamics have on their physical and mental health. I strive to support clients by providing them with the tools needed to create healthy and long-lasting relationships with both themselves and others.
(732) 641-8631
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Aayesha Alvi
Counselor, MA, LAC, EdS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We all want to be genuinely seen, heard and understood. Whether the pain stems from the past, major life changes or simply feeling lost, therapy is a safe place to express your feelings without the fear of judgement. It is an amazing way to partner up and connect with someone who will support you. In these difficult times, it is important to find someone who can hold space for you to help untangle the web of confusion that may exist within. I aim to create a safe, warm and therapeutic atmosphere. You will be met with someone with a genuine desire to understand and who strongly believes that there is always hope.
(862) 319-8315
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Kristina Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You may be looking at this profile because you feel you've run out of options. Maybe you've been wrestling with overwhelming anxiety or depression, or you feel trapped in your mind and spiraling in ways you know aren't healthy. Perhaps you feel pressure--from within yourself or from the people around you--to be "put together," but you find yourself hiding the real turmoil going on under the surface. No matter the reason, I have a deep respect for the courage it takes to enter this space and begin this work.
(732) 986-7370
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Cona Biswas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Learning how to take care of your mind, body and soul is vital in your journey. Where do you even begin? You’re stuck dealing with emotions that can be challenging when you don’t know how to start. We live in a fast paced world where people are constantly bombarding us with their problems when we have responsibilities of our own. What's worse is many times we don't know how to go about our responsibilities because of the overwhelming emotions we tend to battle with. When our minds are constantly running, it can feel impossible to be engaged in the present moment. I want to help you become more present and aware of your feelings.
(732) 561-1293
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Shimon Parnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Have you ever felt your interactions with others do not represent your true self? Do you often feel misunderstood? Do you lack emotional energy or avoid uncomfortable situations? Are you often triggered but lack self-awareness to understand the source of your feelings? Perhaps you are a teen or young adult wondering how your feelings and emotional intelligence will affect your life.
(732) 314-7492
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Institute for Personal Growth -LGBTQ
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
IPG PAVED THE WAY for other gay affirmative therapists - we started in 1983 specifically to provide therapy to the gay and lesbian community, back when most practitioners thought it was a mental illness. We're still trailblazers: we work with transgender people, bisexuals/pansexuals, kinky people, couples who practice consensual nonmonogamy, and others who make up the "Q" in LGBTQ. You may not want therapy BECAUSE you are gay, but you definitely want a therapist who is not only affirming but knowledgeable. We understand the special issues of LGBTQ individuals, couples, and families, and we provide sex therapy as well.
(732) 978-4574
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Lisa Moschello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
We all want happiness. But at some point in our lives we may feel stuck or face certain challenges and having the support of a caring therapist can help you understand more clearly what is going on and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship with others. Therapy should be as unique as you are. While struggle is universal, people respond differently to different types of interventions; so I will tailor your treatment to respond to your specific needs, personality, situation, relationship, and comfort level. In addition to therapy I also provide Life Coaching.
(848) 233-4909
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Institute for Personal Growth
Psychologist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Here at IPG, we know it's the connection between therapist and client that is most important. We have around 30 therapists through 3 offices in Freehold, Highland Park, and Jersey City. Since 1983 we've combined compassionate care with high-level expertise. We provide individual, family, child, and relationship counseling for problems ranging from depression to life transitions to marital strife. We also have a large group of certified sex therapists, a special focus on the LGBTQ community, services for transgender youth, therapy for those involved in BDSM and/or consensual non-monogamy, and a group for sex and pornography addicts.
(855) 906-6205
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Kenneth Kressel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
People seek my help because of a troubled relationship or feelings of anxiety or depression caused by some important life disappointment. They are often internally conflicted about how to deal with their distress and seek understanding and guidance from a supportive professional. For men the focus is often on helping them become more emotionally self-aware and attentive to their partners; for women it often means helping them find ways to be more assertive and clear about their needs.
(732) 410-7480
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Ruth Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, (EMDR, EFcT, SexEtc)
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Self esteem in the dumps? Moods driving you "nuts"? Arguments, bickering and frustration in your relationships? Sex an "issue"? Whatever you are struggling with; relationships, anxiety, depression, women's issues, men's issues, teenagers, I will work with you to help you and those you love, feel better and function better. I will listen carefully to your story and work with you to recognize and change patterns of behaving and feeling that lead to difficulties. I offer you empathy and understanding and my depth and breadth of life and educational experience. We will work together to meet your goals.
(732) 333-8729
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Highland Park, NJ 08904
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Heather Petracco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It is easy to wear a mask to the world and pretend everything is okay- it is even expected for some of us. However, this wears us down to the point where even the smallest of changes in our daily lives can make us overwhelmed. We should not have to pretend to be something different for the sake of appearing "okay" or pleasing others. I have been there. Acceptance and healing is a long and tough road to navigate, and I am here to guide you.
(732) 479-8226
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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.