ADHD Assessment and Therapy

Many people wonder if their struggles are “serious enough” for an assessment. You might consider an assessment if you or your child consistently struggle with things like:

• Difficulty focusing on tasks, schoolwork, or conversations.
• Procrastination and trouble starting or finishing projects.
• Disorganization, forgetfulness, or frequently losing items.
• Impulsivity, restlessness, or feeling like you’re “driven by a motor.”
• Emotional dysregulation, such as intense frustration or mood swings.

If these challenges are impacting your quality of life, relationships, work, or school, exploring an assessment can provide clarity and a path forward. A great first step is booking our free 15-minute consultation to discuss your specific concerns.

Our goal is to be thorough and collaborative. The comprehensive assessment process typically includes:

• Initial Consultation: A meeting to understand your concerns, history, and goals.
• Clinical Interviews: In-depth discussions about your developmental, medical, academic, and social history. For children, we involve parents and, with consent, teachers.
• Standardized Testing: You’ll complete a series of validated questionnaires and cognitive tests that measure attention, executive functioning, and other relevant cognitive processes.
• Feedback Session: Once all the information is gathered and scored, we meet with you to discuss the findings in a clear, understandable way, answer all your questions, and collaboratively plan the next steps.
• Comprehensive Report: You will receive a detailed report summarizing the assessment results, diagnostic conclusions, and personalized, actionable recommendations.

It’s very common for intelligent and capable adults to have undiagnosed ADHD. Many develop sophisticated coping mechanisms to compensate for their challenges, especially in structured environments like school. However, the increasing demands of university, a career, and family life can overwhelm these strategies, making symptoms more apparent and problematic later in life. Many adults seek a diagnosis when they feel they are “underachieving” despite their efforts or are simply exhausted from compensating.

We pride ourselves on a compassionate, evidence-based, and collaborative approach. We see beyond the label of ADHD to understand you as a whole person with unique strengths and challenges. We don’t just provide a diagnosis; we provide clarity, a personalized roadmap, and a supportive partnership to help you leverage your strengths and build the skills you need to thrive.

Online quizzes and test can be a helpful first step, but they are not a diagnosis. Our comprehensive assessment is different because it:

• Rules Out Other Conditions: We professionally differentiate ADHD from anxiety, depression, or other issues with overlapping symptoms.
• Uses Validated Tools: We use scientifically validated, standardized tests, not just simple checklists.
• Provides a ‘Why’: We don’t just give you a label; we provide a deep understanding of your unique cognitive profile and a personalized action plan.
• Is Official: The resulting report is a formal document that can be used for academic and workplace accommodations.

Definitely. ADHD rarely travels alone. Our clinicians are experienced in working with co-occurring conditions. A key part of our work is untangling the symptoms: Is the anxiety a result of ADHD-related struggles, or a separate issue? This understanding allows us to create a holistic treatment plan that addresses all of your needs.

The first step is simple and commitment-free. You can book a free 15-minute phone consultation through our website. During this call, you can speak directly with one of our team members, briefly discuss your concerns, learn more about our process, and see if our clinic feels like the right fit for you.