ADHD-Informed Therapy
Understanding Yourself Through an ADHD Lens
If you have ADHD, you’ll know that ordinary moments can feel more complicated than they should.
Maybe it’s the switch from work mode to home mode, somehow needing to make dinner and be present with your partner all at once. Maybe it’s running late again, even with every planner and reminder going. Maybe it’s noticing you haven’t messaged a friend in weeks and not quite knowing why.
ADHD-informed therapy brings together the emotional support of counselling with practical ADHD coaching strategies where helpful. Rather than viewing these experiences as flaws to fix, we explore them through the lens of a brain that works differently. Together, we’ll explore whatever has brought you to therapy, while recognising the role ADHD may be playing in your thoughts, emotions, relationships, self-esteem, or daily life. I draw on different therapeutic approaches depending on what feels most helpful for you, creating support that is tailored to your individual needs.
ADHD Is About More Than Organisation
For many people, learning about ADHD brings up much more than organisation, planning, or productivity.
It can lead to questions about the past.
Why didn’t anyone notice?
Would things have been different if I had understood this sooner?
Have I spent years being too hard on myself?
For some people, there is relief in finally making sense of things. For others, there can be frustration, grief, self-doubt, or a feeling that they have spent years trying to fit into a world that never quite made sense.
ADHD-informed therapy provides a space to explore these thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we can make sense of both the emotional and practical impact of ADHD, helping you understand yourself more fully while finding approaches that work for you in everyday life.
ADHD-Informed Therapy FAQ
Do I need a diagnosis to start ADHD-informed therapy?
No. Many people come to counselling because they recognise ADHD traits in themselves and want support while they explore this further. Whether you have a formal diagnosis, are waiting for an assessment, or are simply beginning to question whether ADHD may be part of your experience, we can work with where you are now.
What might we talk about in sessions?
Sessions are shaped around you, so this can vary a lot. We might explore how transitions feel, such as moving from work mode into home life. We might look at what makes time and planning difficult, or the guilt that can build around things like staying in touch with friends. Alongside this, we explore the emotional side too, including self-esteem, relationships, and how ADHD has shaped your sense of yourself.
Is ADHD-informed therapy right for me?
ADHD-Informed therapy may be helpful if you have ADHD, suspect you may have ADHD, or feel that ADHD traits are affecting your wellbeing, relationships, confidence, or everyday life. Sessions provide a space to explore both the emotional and practical impact of ADHD, while focusing on what matters most to you.
Articles You Might Find Interesting
Book A Discovery Call
A free 20-minute online call to explore what support you may be looking for and whether we’re the right fit.