About adhd
On this page you will find therapists who list ADHD among their areas of practice. Use the filters below to compare approaches, credentials, languages and focus areas and browse listings to learn more.
What to compare in entries
| Credentials | A US state licence, or membership of a professional body such as BACP or NCPS. They are different kinds of thing; each profile shows what was supplied. |
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| Focus | Whether adhd is listed as a main focus or among the wider list of areas. Entries show both. |
| Way of working | The approaches named on the entry. Two people working with the same concern can describe very different sessions. |
| Time in practice | Years in practice, as supplied. A fact to weigh, not a ranking. |
| Language | The languages sessions can be held in, where that matters to you. |
Common questions
How were these entries chosen?
Everyone listed on this page has adhd among the areas they told the platform they work with. They are not ranked, rated or endorsed by this directory, and the order is not a recommendation.
Do I need a referral to start?
No. You can contact a therapist through their entry directly. A GP referral is not required for independent online therapy.
What if the first therapist is not right?
Changing therapist is normal and expected, and can be done at any point. One session is a small sample of how someone works.
Entries for adhd
Cleo Irish Zorrilla, BACP
Ref 258501
Compassionate, practical counselling for everyday struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingAmanda Parry, BACP
Ref 142169
Therapist using integrative, exploratory approaches
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingApril Lacey, LCPC
Ref 94106
Helping people find steady change and clearer paths
Works with: ADHD, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingMark Dexter, BACP
Ref 188313
Practical therapy for mood and life changes
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, LGBT Languages: English
View listingSiyue Zhang, AASW
Ref 243585
Calm, practical therapy focused on real-life change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English, Mandarin
View listingRebecca Gilmour, BACP
Ref 279125
Flexible pluralistic counsellor for everyday struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Addictions Languages: English
View listingPamela DiGangi, LMHC
Ref 26004
Calm, practical therapy for real-life struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Family Languages: English
View listingSimran Nandhra, BACP
Ref 160587
Compassionate, person-focused counselling
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingThomas Dukes, LMHC
Ref 44134
Experienced counselor with practical focus
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Addictions Languages: English
View listingJonathan Wilkes, BACP
Ref 123145
Calm listening with practical skills
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Family Languages: English
View listingNatalie Benjamin, BACP
Ref 254598
Warm, practical counselling for stress and mood
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Grief Languages: English
View listingRoselyn Robertson, BACP
Ref 202372
Sensitive, practical counselling for life’s difficult moments
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingCynthia Rumford-Jones, LCSW
Ref 101833
Calm practical therapist focused on progress
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Anger Languages: English
View listingWendy Mayfield, BACP
Ref 100144
Practical, steady support for everyday struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingBrittany Elledge, LPCC, LMHC
Ref 11729
Practical, client-centered support for life changes
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingDawn Nunney, NCPS
Ref 97317
Compassionate person-centred counselling with practical tools
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingWendi Makus, LPC
Ref 48129
Practical therapy for stress and relationships
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingJoseph Setchel, LMHC, LCMHC
Ref 58744
Practical, collaborative counseling for everyday struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Depression Languages: English
View listingBetty Adhokorie, BACP
Ref 118948
Practical support for stress, trauma and life change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingBrandi Kelly, LA Psychologist
Ref 201932
Experienced Louisiana psychologist focused on practical change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Parenting Languages: English
View listingLatrice Scott, LMHC, LPC
Ref 15171
Supportive counselor for life changes
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Anger Languages: English
View listingDebbie Griffin, NCPS
Ref 183398
Calm guidance for stress and life change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingLaKeisha Blackwell, LPC
Ref 16819
Supportive counselor for stress and life changes
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Anger Languages: English
View listingShannon Mott, LCSW
Ref 108724
Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingShawn Alyea, LPC
Ref 14872
Compassionate counselor guiding practical change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Grief Languages: English
View listingMelissa Upton, LPC
Ref 126683
Empathetic counselor focused on practical change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingJennifer Blaney-Sutton, BACP
Ref 225637
Collaborative psychotherapist for adult challenges
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingCory Nelson, LPC
Ref 77586
A steady, practical counselor focused on goals
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDarwin Allen, LCPC
Ref 125869
Direct, practical counseling for everyday challenges
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Family Languages: English
View listingAnnie Taylor, NCPS
Ref 153305
Experienced client-centred counsellor
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingEthel-Caroline Miman, AASW
Ref 259803
Gentle, practical therapy for life’s big challenges
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingAnna Gilmore, BACP
Ref 109642
Compassionate counsellor for complex life challenges
Works with: ADHD, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingNicholas Taylor, BACP
Ref 242465
Practical person-centred counselling for everyday challenges
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingMarilee Frazier, LPC
Ref 257654
Compassionate counselor for adults seeking practical change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingJill Malcolm, BACP
Ref 231136
Gentle practical support for everyday struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingJennifer Mcpherson (Norman), BACP
Ref 161239
Experienced relationship and trauma counsellor
Works with: ADHD, Relationship, Family Languages: English
View listingMatt Lightfoot, NCPS
Ref 193161
Person-centred counsellor who values meaning and choice
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, LGBT Languages: English
View listingMark McConnell, BACP
Ref 208651
Practical support for stress and change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDawn Redwood, NCPS
Ref 137085
Client-centred counsellor focusing on practical change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDiane Trosch, LPC
Ref 80275
Simple practical help for life transitions
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingDarla McAdams, LPC
Ref 58935
Practical, person-focused counseling in Missouri
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Addictions Languages: English
View listingSuzanne Gregory, BACP
Ref 161266
Experienced UK counsellor focused on practical support
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingFaith Beaulieu, LCMHC
Ref 23986
Somatic-minded counselor for focused change
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, LGBT Languages: English
View listingFarah Southwell, LPC
Ref 203059
Practical, experienced therapist for life’s hard moments
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English, Haitian Creole
View listingApril Vandiver, LPC
Ref 229121
Compassionate counselor helping people move forward
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingSandra Johnson, LMFT, LPC
Ref 16121
Practical, skill-focused therapy for everyday struggles
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship Languages: English
View listingIjeoma Nweze, BACP, NCPS
Ref 203170
Compassionate counsellor for everyday challenges
Works with: ADHD, Relationship, Family Languages: English, Igbo
View listingRutanya Simon, LICSW, LCSW
Ref 124510
Practical, compassionate therapy for real-life challenges
Works with: ADHD, Stress, Anxiety, Addictions Languages: English
View listingMore about adhd
Understanding ADHD and How It Often Affects Daily Life
What ADHD is and how it can show up
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, commonly called ADHD, is a pattern of differences in attention, impulse control and activity level that can begin in childhood and continue into adulthood. For many people ADHD looks like difficulty sustaining focus on tasks that are uninteresting, frequent interruptions of thought, trouble with time management and procrastination, or impulsive decisions that can cause stress at work and in relationships. Some people experience a primarily inattentive presentation, while others show more hyperactive-impulsive traits, and many have a combination of both. You may notice challenges organizing tasks, juggling responsibilities, or maintaining routine self-care despite knowing what needs to be done.
ADHD commonly co-occurs with other patterns of emotional and behavioral health, such as anxiety, mood variations and learning differences. These overlapping concerns can change how symptoms are experienced and what kinds of support are most helpful. Understanding ADHD as a set of attention and self-regulation differences rather than a moral failing can be the first step toward practical changes in daily life and improved relationships.
Signs That Therapy Might Be Helpful for ADHD
When to consider looking for a therapist who lists ADHD support
You might look for therapy if you find that attention and impulse patterns are causing persistent problems at work, school or in relationships, or if coping strategies you have relied on no longer work. If you notice chronic lateness, missed deadlines, frequent conflicts about household responsibilities, or repeated difficulties following through on plans, these may be signs that a different approach could help. Therapy can also be a place to explore how ADHD interacts with mood, anxiety or trauma history, and to develop tools for day-to-day functioning.
Therapy can be useful whether you already have a diagnosis or are seeking assessment and clarity. Many people pursue therapy to build better routines, improve time management, reduce procrastination and learn strategies to manage distractions. Some seek help for related emotional impacts such as frustration, low self-esteem or relationship strain. If you are wondering whether therapy could help you, reading profiles of therapists who list ADHD support, approaches and areas of experience can help you find someone whose focus and style match your needs.
What to Expect in ADHD-Focused Therapy Sessions
Structure, goals and typical session work
When you begin sessions focused on ADHD, you can expect a collaborative process that combines problem-solving with skill-building. Early meetings often involve a detailed conversation about your daily routines, work and relationship challenges, your history with attention and regulation, and any co-occurring concerns. From that foundation you and your therapist can identify practical goals - for example improving time management, reducing procrastination, or strengthening communication with family members - and break them into manageable steps.
Therapy sessions commonly mix discussion about emotional patterns with concrete behavioral strategies. You may practice planning techniques, experiment with environmental changes to reduce distraction, and learn ways to break tasks into smaller steps that are easier to start and complete. Homework between sessions often involves trying new routines, using timers or visual reminders, and reflecting on what worked. Over time the focus tends to shift from immediate coping to developing sustainable habits that support your priorities. If you take medication, some therapists will discuss how therapy can complement medication management and coordinate with prescribers when appropriate.
Common Therapeutic Approaches for ADHD
How different approaches address attention and self-regulation
There are several therapeutic approaches people look for when seeking ADHD support. Cognitive behavioral therapy, mentioned in many profiles, often focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and building practical strategies for planning and organization. Behavioral approaches target routines and environmental changes that support consistent performance, such as structuring tasks and using reinforcement to encourage new habits. Acceptance and commitment therapy appears in many clinicians' descriptions and emphasizes values-based action and present-moment awareness, helping you accept difficult feelings while committing to meaningful goals.
Mindfulness-based practices are listed by some therapists as an approach that can strengthen attention and reduce reactivity by training awareness and calm. Skills coaching and executive function coaching emphasize practical strategies for time management, task initiation and follow-through, and may be described by therapists who list coaching-style support among their approaches. Family or couples therapy can be helpful when ADHD symptoms affect communication and shared responsibilities. When you read profiles, note which therapists list these approaches among their methods and look for language that aligns with the kind of work you want to do.
Online Therapy for ADHD and Choosing the Right Therapist
How online sessions work and what to look for in a match
Online therapy has become a common option for ADHD support because it can reduce travel time and make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule. Online formats include video sessions, phone calls and messaging between meetings, and many people find that virtual sessions allow them to practice strategies in their actual environments - for example making changes to your workspace or testing new organizational systems at home. Technology also offers tools such as screen sharing, digital planners and recorded sessions that can reinforce learning between appointments.
When choosing a therapist for ADHD, focus on how well their stated approaches, professional credentials and experience align with your needs. Read profiles to see whether a clinician lists experience with adult ADHD, work with adolescents or with specific co-occurring concerns such as anxiety or learning differences. Consider practical factors like language, therapeutic style and whether the therapist emphasizes skills-based work, coaching, or a deeper exploration of emotional patterns. You can prepare questions in advance about how they structure sessions, what kinds of strategies they typically introduce, and how they coordinate care with prescribers if that is relevant for you. Comparing focus areas, approaches, credentials and languages listed in profiles will help you identify clinicians whose descriptions match the kind of support you are seeking.
Finding an effective working relationship often involves trying a few conversations to see how you feel with a particular therapist. Look for clear communication, a collaborative approach to goals and a plan that fits your daily life. With steady practice and the right strategies, many people with ADHD develop routines and tools that reduce friction, improve productivity and support more ease in relationships and work. Use the listings below to explore therapists who list ADHD among their areas and to learn more about the approaches that may resonate with you.