What is the process for ADHD testing?

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We would start by collecting information about you in a questionnaire which is used to help guide the interview. Then we would complete an individualized interview during your interview appointment based on how you filled out the questionnaire. After our interview appointment, you would receive initial impressions. If it looks like you may have ADHD, then we would schedule a 3-hour testing appointment (usually available within 4 weeks from the interview appointment) and send you some remote measures to complete. These remote measures will be mostly focused on the past few weeks/months to see your perception of what areas of your functioning are most impacted and to rule out other disorders which can mimic ADHD symptoms. During the in-office testing appointment, we would complete several performance-based measures to see if you are experiencing any executive functioning deficits (which are impacted in ADHD) and how severe they are. Then all of the results are put together into a report and we would meet for a feedback appointment where we go over all the results with you and give you recommendations for making things better going forward. 

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How can therapy help me?​

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A number of benefits are available from participating in therapy. Therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as relationship troubles, depression, anxiety, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, and creative blocks. Many people also find that therapists can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:

  

• Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values

• Developing skills for improving your relationships

• Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy

• Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety

• Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures

• Improving communications and listening skills

• Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones

• Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage

• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence