ADHD Counseling in Plantation, Florida
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, commonly known as ADHD, does not only affect children. Many of the adults I work with have carried unmanaged or undiagnosed ADHD symptoms for years, showing up as chronic disorganization, procrastination, difficulty following through on plans, and a persistent sense of falling behind despite genuine effort.
When ADHD symptoms go unaddressed, they tend to have an emotional effect, driving self-criticism, strained relationships, workplace stress, and a cycle of starting strong and losing momentum. I work with adults to build practical structure and coping strategies suited to how your brain works.
I offer individualized, mental health counseling for adults in Plantation and Broward County in person, and throughout Florida by telehealth.
Why Choose Us
How I Use ADHD Counseling
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 10 years of experience helping adults manage ADHD, anxiety, chronic stress, and the effects overthinking. My background gives me a practical, structured lens on the same challenges many adults with ADHD are navigating: difficulty with follow-through, emotional regulation under pressure, and building systems that actually hold up in daily life. Read more about my background and why clients choose to work with me.
ADHD counseling is about building the practical, day-to-day skills that help you work with your attention and energy instead of constantly fighting against them. I draw on cognitive behavioral (CBT) techniques to work through the specific thought patterns that follow ADHD symptoms, like self-criticism after a missed deadline, alongside solution-focused strategies to build concrete systems for organization and follow-through.
Mindfulness-based techniques are often part of this work as well, helping you build the moment-to-moment awareness needed to catch distraction or impulsivity before it takes over.
What ADHD Counseling Can Help With
- Chronic disorganization and difficulty prioritizing tasks
- Procrastination and difficulty starting or finishing projects
- Trouble with time management and follow-through
- Impulsivity and difficulty managing frustration or emotional reactions
- Shame or low self-esteem connected to long-standing ADHD symptoms
- Distractibility, mental overwhelm, and difficulty sustaining focus
- Relationship and workplace strain connected to ADHD symptoms
- Anxiety or depression that develops from long-term ADHD-related burnout
What ADHD Counseling Looks Like in Session
My ADHD counseling sessions are structured and goal-focused. Early sessions typically involve identifying the specific ways ADHD shows up in your life, whether that’s at work, at home, or in relationships, and setting clear, realistic goals to work toward.
From there, we focus on recognizing the patterns that get in your way, examining what’s actually driving procrastination or disorganization in a given situation, and building systems and responses that fit your specific circumstances instead of generic productivity advice.
Between sessions, I may ask you to try small, practical exercises, such as testing a new organizational system or noticing what happens right before you avoid a task, so that progress carries over into everyday life instead of staying confined to the therapy room.
Benefits of ADHD Counseling
- A clearer understanding of how ADHD specifically shows up for you
- Practical tools for organization, time management, and follow-through
- Reduced shame and self-criticism related to ADHD symptoms
- Better emotional regulation during moments of frustration or overwhelm
- Skills that continue to be useful long after counseling ends
Common Conditions
Is ADHD Counseling Right for You?
ADHD counseling tends to be a good fit if you’re looking for practical strategies for focus, organization, and follow-through, and you’re open to building new systems and habits between sessions. It’s not the only approach I use. Depending on your goals and history, I may combine CBT with mindfulness-based strategies, solution-focused brief therapy, or person-centered support.
A free consultation is the best place to start if you’re not sure whether counseling, a formal evaluation, or both make sense for what you’re working through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you diagnose ADHD?
No. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I don’t provide formal ADHD diagnostic testing. A formal diagnosis typically comes from a psychiatrist, psychologist, or neuropsychologist through structured evaluation. Counseling can still help even without a formal diagnosis, and I can help you think through whether a referral for evaluation makes sense for you.
Do you prescribe or manage medication for ADHD?
No. I don’t prescribe or manage medication. If medication is something you want to explore, I can help you think through next steps and coordinate with a prescribing provider as part of your overall care.
Do I need a formal diagnosis to start ADHD counseling?
No. I work with adults managing diagnosed ADHD as well as adults who suspect they have ADHD-related symptoms but have not been formally evaluated.
How long does ADHD counseling take to show results?
This varies by person and by what’s being addressed. Many clients notice practical changes within the first few months, though the exact timeline depends on your goals, history, and how consistently new systems are practiced between sessions.
Is ADHD counseling available by telehealth?
Yes. Telehealth counseling is available throughout Florida, in addition to in-person sessions in Plantation and Broward County.
Book a Free Consultation
I provide in-person counseling in Plantation, Florida, and serve adults throughout Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Sunrise, Coral Springs, Tamarac, and nearby South Florida communities. Telehealth counseling is available throughout Florida.