ADHD Therapists in New York, NY

Derek Thompson is a licensed mental health counselor. Derek knows people seek therapy for a variety of reasons, from short-term struggles to lifelong issues. Derek meets his clients where they are, offering them support as they grow and progress. Derek has been providing therapy since 2009 and works with patients ages 18-65. He’s worked with patients of different ages, races, and sexual orientations throughout his professional career. With his wealth of experience and resources to draw from, Derek provides a therapy experience that is comfortable as well as productive.

Hi, my name is Lee! I’m a queer, transgender white male mental health intern who provides individual, person-centered therapy to clients who may feel lost or disconnected from themself or others. Are you questioning what you want your life to look like? Maybe you're starting a journey to explore your gender or sexuality. Or maybe, you're just feeling down in life and are reaching out for help. If this sounds like you, then I may be a good fit as your therapist!

Madison aims to provide you with the space and support to grow into your most authentic self. Madison’s style is warm and expressive, leading with curiosity and humor while also holding you accountable to your goals. Her approach to therapy is highly collaborative, drawing from relational, psychodynamic, and anti-oppressive practices to help you navigate through whatever stands in the way of a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Neurofeedback Trainer & Specialist at the ATTN Center in NYC. Max strongly believes that every individual is capable of creating positive changes for themselves, regardless of their history. In addition to being a licensed Psychotherapist in NYC, he specializes in Neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive medical treatment that can be useful to treat symptoms of a wide array of psychical and psychological issues. While providing neurofeedback services, Max has successfully treated disorders such as ADHD , addiction, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, PTSD, gastrointestinal disorders, and more.

Finding “the right match” often creates additional stress when deciding to start therapy, and for good reason: we want to feel connected to the person we’ll speak to on a weekly basis. We want to feel seen and understood, especially in our most vulnerable state. As a New York-based psychotherapist and art therapist, I enjoy the process of getting to know my clients and recognize that a solid relationship is essential for personal growth in therapy. I bring empathy, warmth, and a healthy dose of humor to the therapy space to connect with my clients and foster an environment that feels safe, authentic, and supportive.

Nikki Zamkoff, DO, LP- MHC, is a psychotherapist practicing in New York, New Jersey, and Florida using Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior therapies. In her clinical work, Nikki helps adults, young adults, and adolescents overcome an array of mental health challenges including depression, OCD, anxiety, and general life transitions. She is particularly skilled in working with clients with ADHD as she herself has learned to understand and cope with the challenges of this diagnosis.

I view therapy as a collaborative process in which insight, wisdom and healing arise though a relationship of trust and curiosity. You might feel depressed, anxious, confused, frustrated, stuck or that your life has lost direction. Something in you knows it doesn’t have to be this way and therapy can help. By welcoming and exploring all parts of you, transformation and healing is possible. I value the experience of each individual and tailor my approach to your unique needs in a holistic, non-pathologizing manner.

Dr. Lauren Dobbs is a clinical psychologist specializing in assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. She has experience in outpatient, private practice, academic, and residential settings. She has provided therapeutic and evaluation services for those with learning disorders, executive functioning deficits, mood and anxiety disorders, high-risk and acting-out behaviors, and trauma-related disorders. She has extensive training in conducting psychological evaluations aimed at diagnosing learning disorders, ADHD , and developmental disorders, and is proficient in evaluating social and emotional functioning.

Tara Brennan, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist. Her approach to psychotherapy is integrated – dependent on each client’s goals and presenting problems. She has an active, collaborative approach to treatment. Dr. Brennan incorporates treatment interventions from multiple modalities, relying most heavily on Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, adult survivors of early trauma, adult ADHD , multicultural issues, life transitions, and sleep difficulties.

Elizabeth’s therapeutic style is one that is goal-oriented, collaborative, strengths-based, and promotes positive psychology. She enjoys working with those with depression, anxiety, ADHD , and trauma histories. She uses a number of therapeutic modalities including but not limited to Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. Above all, a holistic and mind/ body perspective guides her practice.

Dr. Lauren Dobbs is a clinical psychologist specializing in assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. She has experience in outpatient, private practice, academic, and residential settings. She has provided therapeutic and evaluation services for those with learning disorders, executive functioning deficits, mood and anxiety disorders, high-risk and acting-out behaviors, and trauma-related disorders. She has extensive training in conducting psychological evaluations aimed at diagnosing learning disorders, ADHD , and developmental disorders, and is proficient in evaluating social and emotional functioning.

Lavinia Barbu is a licensed clinical social worker. Lavinia takes a client-centered approach, focusing on each individual’s needs and goals with kindness and professionalism. She works with adult patients (25 to 65 years old) who are experiencing stress, overwhelm, worry, anxiety, are feeling stuck, or who are dealing with difficult transitions. Lavinia helps patients realize that life is understandable, manageable, and meaningful by helping them develop coping skills and cultivating their inner resources like forgiveness, kindness, compassion, gratitude, courage, and finding a purpose and sense of connection.

We all have our own negative thought patterns that impact our confidence, self-esteem, and mental health. What ideas and beliefs do you have about yourself? Perhaps those beliefs are causing you to be stressed, anxious, or depressed. Together, we can discover your unique thought patterns, become aware of their impact, and start to replace them with more motivating and positive self-talk. We can also begin to understand how your emotions show up in your body and how they might be impacting different areas of your life.

Are you considering therapy for your child or adolescent? I specialize in treating children and adolescents who struggle with Anxiety, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD ), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), spectrum disorders, and behavioral challenges. I will help your child work through their challenges by building self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, problem-solving skills, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. I also provide child-parent therapy and parent management training. I believe that parents are an integral part of treatment, and my approach is geared towards empowering parents.

I provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation of children with diverse learning, developmental and medical challenges. The evaluation is used to characterize a child's cognitive strengths and weaknesses, academic skills, and social-emotional functioning in order to diagnose or rule out certain conditions (e.g., dyslexia) and identify an appropriate educational and/or treatment plan. I have extensive experience and expertise in working with children, adolescents and young adults with learning disabilities, ADD / ADHD , autism spectrum disorder, concussion and seizures/epilepsy.

With a primary focus on working with adults living with ADHD , mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, Adam is committed to providing compassionate and integrative care to support his clients by helping them empower themselves and draw upon their existing strengths. By employing a wide range of evidence-based treatment models—including CBT, ACT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and age-appropriate play therapy—Adam works collaboratively with every client to develop a clear, personalized treatment plan that sets measurable goals based on their unique needs.

I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York, providing sessions in Spanish and English. I use an individual and dynamic approach to focus on each person's unique needs and life story. My goal is to help the client in the process of healing, to grow strength and resilience, and to find the root problem so that the client has a better understanding of themselves. I have practiced psychotherapy and counseling in the United States and Puerto Rico. My strong background as a licensed psychologist has given me experience in working with multicultural environments and all age groups.