Understanding ADHD

ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental condition with real differences in brain structure and function. These differences affect executive functions including attention, concentration, memory, emotion regulation, time estimation, planning, and impulse control.

Many people with ADHD internalize harmful misconceptions, especially those undiagnosed in childhood. A common theme among my clients is negative self-beliefs like "I'm stupid," "I'm not good enough," "I'm lazy," or "I'm a mess"—accompanied by rampant self-comparison and shame. ADHD isn't about being lazy or lacking willpower; it's a neurological difference. Your negative self-beliefs aren't reflections of who you are, but the result of trying to fit into neurotypical expectations without understanding or support.

ADHD Types

ADHD presents in three primary ways:

Inattentive Type involves difficulty sustaining attention, organizing tasks, and managing details. People may struggle with follow-through, appear forgetful, and have trouble focusing on less stimulating activities.

Hyperactive-Impulsive Type features restlessness, fidgeting, difficulty staying seated, and acting without thinking. This often manifests as interrupting others, difficulty waiting turns, and feeling driven by an internal motor.

Combined Type includes significant symptoms from both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive presentations, creating a complex mix of challenges.

My Approach to ADHD Treatment

I understand how difficult and anxiety-provoking living with ADHD can be. My approach begins by validating your challenges while helping you build a view of yourself beyond just your "deficits"—one that recognizes your strengths and empowers you.

Our work isn't to eliminate your ADHD but to manage it with realistic, personalized strategies. A core goal is detaching the challenges of ADHD from your self-concept and self-worth, so you can see yourself clearly and compassionately.