ADHD Treatment Centers in McLean, VA

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AMFM Mental Health Treatment
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
McLean, VA 22102
We serve adults facing primary mental health disorders who require a high level of clinical support. Our clients often navigate complex challenges such as severe depression, anxiety, trauma, and mood instability that have made daily functioning or professional life difficult. They may be transitioning from a hospital setting or finding that traditional outpatient therapy is not sufficient. We provide a structured, therapeutic environment for individuals ready to focus on deep healing, emotional regulation, and building the resilience needed to reclaim their independence and lead a fulfilling, stable life.
We serve adults facing primary mental health disorders who require a high level of clinical support. Our clients often navigate complex challenges such as severe depression, anxiety, trauma, and mood instability that have made daily functioning or professional life difficult. They may be transitioning from a hospital setting or finding that traditional outpatient therapy is not sufficient. We provide a structured, therapeutic environment for individuals ready to focus on deep healing, emotional regulation, and building the resilience needed to reclaim their independence and lead a fulfilling, stable life.
(571) 677-8224 View (571) 677-8224
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Living Free Health Services
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Have you suffered from PTSD, depression, anxiety, or grief related issues? Then we may be able to help you. We are an outpatient mental health clinic that treats adolescents and adults who are suffering from depression, stress, PTSD, mood disorders, fears/phobias, relationship issues, self esteem disorders, anxiety disorders, and grief related issues. We have experience in treating mental health disorders for 38 years in the Northern Virginia community.
Have you suffered from PTSD, depression, anxiety, or grief related issues? Then we may be able to help you. We are an outpatient mental health clinic that treats adolescents and adults who are suffering from depression, stress, PTSD, mood disorders, fears/phobias, relationship issues, self esteem disorders, anxiety disorders, and grief related issues. We have experience in treating mental health disorders for 38 years in the Northern Virginia community.
(703) 952-9269 View (703) 952-9269
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We serve young adults (18–30) with day and evening services, including clinical therapies, skill-building, and community support. We treat substance use, trauma, mood, eating, psychotic, and personality disorders, plus executive function deficits. Personalized plans range 3–30+ hours/week, including 1:1 therapy (DBT, CBT, EMDR, Cognitive Remediation), group/family therapy, life skills coaching, nutrition, academic/vocational support, social/community activities, and holistic wellness. Housing support available.
We serve young adults (18–30) with day and evening services, including clinical therapies, skill-building, and community support. We treat substance use, trauma, mood, eating, psychotic, and personality disorders, plus executive function deficits. Personalized plans range 3–30+ hours/week, including 1:1 therapy (DBT, CBT, EMDR, Cognitive Remediation), group/family therapy, life skills coaching, nutrition, academic/vocational support, social/community activities, and holistic wellness. Housing support available.
(202) 798-2914 View (202) 798-2914
Photo of Newport Newport - Newport Academy Teen and Adolescent Residential, Treatment Center
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
(571) 200-2764 View (571) 200-2764
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Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Chevy Chase, Maryland are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults of all genders ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Chevy Chase, Maryland are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults of all genders ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
(240) 474-0478 View (240) 474-0478
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The Scott © Discreet Concierge Luxury Rehab
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Trusted since 2010, The Scott has delivered advanced discreet treatment stewardship to individuals, families, and family offices requiring absolute discretion, precision, and expertise. Each engagement is led by a hand-selected team of elite, fully licensed, and highly seasoned medical and clinical professionals. Recognized by The Hollywood Reporter and Newsweek and WAATME accredited, services are delivered privately, in residences, luxury settings, or globally, through a curated, U.S. medical-board-informed model. A Forbes Business Councils Member since 2020. The Scott is private pay allowing for discretion and independence.
Trusted since 2010, The Scott has delivered advanced discreet treatment stewardship to individuals, families, and family offices requiring absolute discretion, precision, and expertise. Each engagement is led by a hand-selected team of elite, fully licensed, and highly seasoned medical and clinical professionals. Recognized by The Hollywood Reporter and Newsweek and WAATME accredited, services are delivered privately, in residences, luxury settings, or globally, through a curated, U.S. medical-board-informed model. A Forbes Business Councils Member since 2020. The Scott is private pay allowing for discretion and independence.
(888) 229-3154 View (888) 229-3154
Photo of Tim Zukas - Tranquility Woods Addiction Treatment Center, Treatment Center
Tranquility Woods Addiction Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Top Rated Residential program on the East Coast! "Your life does not get better by chance... It gets better by change." Upon your arrival, you will quickly be taken to our gorgeous and welcoming facility. You will be greeted by our Intake Specialist, who will welcome you to our treatment family. Immediately you will notice how warm and caring we are, from the residential staff and therapists, and our physicians. Individual, one-on-one therapy is the cornerstone of the Tranquility Woods program. Every patient has an individual treatment plan based on clinical findings, aftercare needs, and demographic information. Clients can benefit from a minimum of 4 to 5 hours of one on one individual therapy sessions weekly. Group therapy is dynamic and fluid, and occasionally, we invite experts in addiction and behavioral health to come in and lead group classes. Our program is perfect for those seeking a smaller, intimate program and is looking for a lot of individual counseling to help manage triggers, cravings, and stressors that contribute to substance abuse.
Top Rated Residential program on the East Coast! "Your life does not get better by chance... It gets better by change." Upon your arrival, you will quickly be taken to our gorgeous and welcoming facility. You will be greeted by our Intake Specialist, who will welcome you to our treatment family. Immediately you will notice how warm and caring we are, from the residential staff and therapists, and our physicians. Individual, one-on-one therapy is the cornerstone of the Tranquility Woods program. Every patient has an individual treatment plan based on clinical findings, aftercare needs, and demographic information. Clients can benefit from a minimum of 4 to 5 hours of one on one individual therapy sessions weekly. Group therapy is dynamic and fluid, and occasionally, we invite experts in addiction and behavioral health to come in and lead group classes. Our program is perfect for those seeking a smaller, intimate program and is looking for a lot of individual counseling to help manage triggers, cravings, and stressors that contribute to substance abuse.
(410) 844-4772 View (410) 844-4772
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Revelare Recovery
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Revelare Recovery is a Women’s PHP & IOP program designed to address co-occurring diagnoses of an Eating Disorder (ED) alongside a secondary Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or Mental Health diagnosis. It operates at the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) levels of care. One important aspect of this program is that it provides supportive housing for clients who reside outside of the Atlanta market. This housing arrangement ensures that clients have a safe and structured environment during their treatment period. The program specifcally caters to women, recognizing their unique needs in the context of EDs and co-occurring disorders. By focusing exclusively on women, the program can tailor its treatment approaches to address the specific challenges and experiences that women may face.
Revelare Recovery is a Women’s PHP & IOP program designed to address co-occurring diagnoses of an Eating Disorder (ED) alongside a secondary Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or Mental Health diagnosis. It operates at the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) levels of care. One important aspect of this program is that it provides supportive housing for clients who reside outside of the Atlanta market. This housing arrangement ensures that clients have a safe and structured environment during their treatment period. The program specifcally caters to women, recognizing their unique needs in the context of EDs and co-occurring disorders. By focusing exclusively on women, the program can tailor its treatment approaches to address the specific challenges and experiences that women may face.
(404) 905-7786 View (404) 905-7786
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Sandstone Care Reston
Treatment Center
Serves Area
When you and your family are facing addiction, it can feel impossible to know what treatment will actually make a difference. That’s why at Sandstone Care Reston, we are built on what is proven to work; treatments backed by research, and tested in real life. We provide age-specific care for teens 13-18 and young adults 18-35 struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We have a full range of evidence-based outpatient programs, including Day Treatment (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) while tracking outcomes to make sure that treatment is the right fit, and stays the right fit as needs change.
When you and your family are facing addiction, it can feel impossible to know what treatment will actually make a difference. That’s why at Sandstone Care Reston, we are built on what is proven to work; treatments backed by research, and tested in real life. We provide age-specific care for teens 13-18 and young adults 18-35 struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We have a full range of evidence-based outpatient programs, including Day Treatment (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) while tracking outcomes to make sure that treatment is the right fit, and stays the right fit as needs change.
(571) 200-7334 View (571) 200-7334
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Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Alexandria, Virginia provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescents and teens ages 10-14 of all genders. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. Each day is structured with therapy, therapeutic activities and emotional support to your teen as they move forward toward lasting mental wellness. Our residential treatment centers are here to help your family and are designed to give your teen the structure and support they need to build a healthier life.
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Alexandria, Virginia provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescents and teens ages 10-14 of all genders. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. Each day is structured with therapy, therapeutic activities and emotional support to your teen as they move forward toward lasting mental wellness. Our residential treatment centers are here to help your family and are designed to give your teen the structure and support they need to build a healthier life.
(571) 451-2426 View (571) 451-2426
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Mission Connection
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our team also addresses dual-diagnosis needs, trauma, ADHD, and emotional regulation challenges.
We serve adolescents and adults navigating the complexities of mental health and dual-diagnosis challenges. Our clients include those seeking a higher level of care than weekly therapy, such as individuals transitioning from residential treatment or those needing intensive support while staying at home. We address various needs, from anxiety and depression to trauma and mood disorders, providing a dedicated space for those who want to balance their recovery with daily life, school, or career responsibilities in a supportive community.
Our team also addresses dual-diagnosis needs, trauma, ADHD, and emotional regulation challenges.
We serve adolescents and adults navigating the complexities of mental health and dual-diagnosis challenges. Our clients include those seeking a higher level of care than weekly therapy, such as individuals transitioning from residential treatment or those needing intensive support while staying at home. We address various needs, from anxiety and depression to trauma and mood disorders, providing a dedicated space for those who want to balance their recovery with daily life, school, or career responsibilities in a supportive community.
(571) 701-6525 View (571) 701-6525

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Healthy Foundations Group
Treatment Center
Fairfax, VA 22031
Our team of professionals includes adult psychiatrists, child and adolescent psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists who merge a broad range of skills, knowledge and sensitivity to create a customized treatment plan tailored to each individual's and family's needs. We work as a team to determine why a client is struggling and offer a distinctive, multidisciplinary approach to care.
Our team of professionals includes adult psychiatrists, child and adolescent psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and therapists who merge a broad range of skills, knowledge and sensitivity to create a customized treatment plan tailored to each individual's and family's needs. We work as a team to determine why a client is struggling and offer a distinctive, multidisciplinary approach to care.
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Amen Clinics, Washington D.C.
Treatment Center
Reston, VA 20191
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
(571) 475-9879 View (571) 475-9879
Photo of Sandstone C - Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center, Treatment Center, MD, LPC, LAC, CAC-III, CSAC-A
When you and your family are facing addiction, it can feel impossible to know what treatment will actually make a difference. That’s why at Sandstone Care Rockville, we are built on what is proven to work; treatments backed by research, and tested in real life. We provide age-specific care for teens 13-18 and young adults 18-35 struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We have a full range of evidence-based outpatient programs, including Day Treatment (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) while tracking outcomes to make sure that treatment is the right fit, and stays the right fit as needs change.
When you and your family are facing addiction, it can feel impossible to know what treatment will actually make a difference. That’s why at Sandstone Care Rockville, we are built on what is proven to work; treatments backed by research, and tested in real life. We provide age-specific care for teens 13-18 and young adults 18-35 struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We have a full range of evidence-based outpatient programs, including Day Treatment (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) while tracking outcomes to make sure that treatment is the right fit, and stays the right fit as needs change.
(240) 858-0384 View (240) 858-0384
Photo of Lude Pierre - Caring Through Healing, LLC, Treatment Center, LPC, PsyD, LPC-R, LMSW
Caring Through Healing, LLC
Treatment Center
Arlington, VA 22209
The journey of choosing a therapist can be difficult, but there is joy in finding one who matches your needs and understands your experiences. Caring Through Healing (CTH), LLC has been serving the DC and Virginia areas since 2018. Our mission is to deliver exceptional mental health services with compassion and to significantly improve the mental health and well-being of individuals seeking treatment through counseling, education, support, and advocacy. At CTH, we believe that individuals are the experts in their lives.
The journey of choosing a therapist can be difficult, but there is joy in finding one who matches your needs and understands your experiences. Caring Through Healing (CTH), LLC has been serving the DC and Virginia areas since 2018. Our mission is to deliver exceptional mental health services with compassion and to significantly improve the mental health and well-being of individuals seeking treatment through counseling, education, support, and advocacy. At CTH, we believe that individuals are the experts in their lives.
(703) 972-1692 View (703) 972-1692
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Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Ashburn, VA 20147
We know how difficult it can be to see your loved one struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Ashburn, Virginia are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults of all genders ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
We know how difficult it can be to see your loved one struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Ashburn, Virginia are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults of all genders ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
(571) 202-6968 View (571) 202-6968
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The Barry Robinson Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
In addition, The Barry Robinson offers an Intensive Outpatient program (IOP) for adolescents and young adults (18-24) with diagnoses including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and who use drugs or alcohol.
Our primary milieu intervention model is evidence based and success oriented. We incorporate relationship therapies with CBT and Trauma Informed Care practices. Our fully accredited education program incorporates each child's treatment goals into their academic day. Our focus is working with military connected families.
In addition, The Barry Robinson offers an Intensive Outpatient program (IOP) for adolescents and young adults (18-24) with diagnoses including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and who use drugs or alcohol.
Our primary milieu intervention model is evidence based and success oriented. We incorporate relationship therapies with CBT and Trauma Informed Care practices. Our fully accredited education program incorporates each child's treatment goals into their academic day. Our focus is working with military connected families.
(757) 663-4169 View (757) 663-4169
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Mission Connection
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22206
Mission Connection Virginia serves adults facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and co-occurring conditions. We understand that each individual’s journey is unique, and we are dedicated to providing care that is both effective and deeply compassionate. Our clients often seek a safe, inclusive environment where they can address complex challenges with the guidance of experienced professionals who truly care.
Mission Connection Virginia serves adults facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and co-occurring conditions. We understand that each individual’s journey is unique, and we are dedicated to providing care that is both effective and deeply compassionate. Our clients often seek a safe, inclusive environment where they can address complex challenges with the guidance of experienced professionals who truly care.
(571) 556-9673 View (571) 556-9673
Photo of Kara Gross - Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve, Treatment Center
Teen Depression Treatment Center at Evolve
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
We provide proven help for teen depression, anxiety, suicidality, substance use, ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, and other complex mental health issues.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
(866) 939-1762 View (866) 939-1762
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Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services provides evidence-based intensive therapeutic treatment services for adolescents ages 11 to 17 who have experienced trauma, mental illness and other related issues during their young lives. Our multimodal, uniquely designed trauma focused cognitive behavioral treatment and additional evidence based trauma therapies are especially effective in helping children who have mental illness, personality disorders, emotional intensity disorders and behavioral issues and are victims of physical and/or sexual abuse, neglect and have poor familial relationships. Jackson-Feild is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are accredited by the Council on Accreditation.
Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services provides evidence-based intensive therapeutic treatment services for adolescents ages 11 to 17 who have experienced trauma, mental illness and other related issues during their young lives. Our multimodal, uniquely designed trauma focused cognitive behavioral treatment and additional evidence based trauma therapies are especially effective in helping children who have mental illness, personality disorders, emotional intensity disorders and behavioral issues and are victims of physical and/or sexual abuse, neglect and have poor familial relationships. Jackson-Feild is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are accredited by the Council on Accreditation.
(434) 595-3906 View (434) 595-3906

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ADHD Treatment Centers
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.