Start Building the Life You Want with Our Specialized Adult ADHD Treatment in Columbus, Ohio
Mistakes happen. People lose their keys. And lots of people struggle to be on time. But if you have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), these experiences not only feel like they happen more often, they can lead to excessive worry and negative self-talk. Many adults with ADHD even feel that no matter how hard they try, they are never really meeting their potential.
In fact, it’s common for adults with ADHD to feel like they’re “just bad at life.”
If you are an adult with ADHD, you’re not alone. 4.4 percent of adults have ADHD, while only about a third of those adults even know they even have ADHD. And if left untreated or unacknowledged, it can result in years of missed opportunities and low self-esteem.
So the first step toward restoring confidence and getting your life together is specialized adult ADHD assessment and treatment.
Symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
While ADHD looks different for each individual there are some common symptoms. These often include struggling with time management, emotional regulation, self-control, organization, and getting started. Ultimately, these symptoms can be broken down into two “clusters”: inattention (trouble staying on topic or task) and hyperactivity/impulsivity (high levels of restlessness and energy). However, there are commonly overlooked symptoms as well.
ADHD Inattention Symptoms
- Fail to pay close attention to details, make mistakes often (errors on paperwork, poor test scores despite studying, etc.)
- Struggle to pay attention over an extended period of time (excessive daydreaming, the fear of being called on to answer a question you didn’t hear)
- Not always listening to when spoken to directly (someone has likely mentioned something about “not listening” in your life)
- Difficulty organizing yourself (messy room or bag, poor time management, missing deadlines)
- Frequently losing things (keys, wallets, cell phone, etc.)
ADHD Hyperactivity and Impulsivity Symptoms
- Fidgeting or squirming in your seat (tapping pen, twirling hair, bouncing leg)
- Feeling overwhelmed by ideas and having difficulty narrowing them down
- Leaving seat when expected to be seated (walking out of meetings, getting up and down during movies)
- Acting “on the go” or as if “driven by a motor”
- Blurting out the answer before the question is completed
- Often talking excessively
Adult ADHD Treatment in Columbus, OH Can Help
ADHD treatment is one of the most effective mental health therapies around. The ADHD brain is creative, inventive, and smart. It’s important to understand the challenges associated with ADHD. And, it’s just as important to embrace the strengths. Finding the right tools to use those strengths can help get your life back on track.
Self-doubt over time can have a pretty negative impact on your life. We’ve helped others untangle the web of scattered thoughts, ideas, and emotions and restore their confidence. And we can help you, too.
The Focused Mind Approach to Adult ADHD Treatment
Every treatment experience starts with a comprehensive assessment. This allows us to get to the root of your individual symptoms so we can begin treatment. We use a holistic approach to ADHD and give you the tools to improve your daily life and build healthy habits. We also help you work through the impact of ADHD on your emotional life. This could show up as anxiety, stress, problems at work, relationship issues, and even painful memories).
What Makes Adult ADHD Treatment More Effective Than Traditional Therapy?
At Focused Mind ADHD Counseling, we understand the unique challenges of living with ADHD, and our therapists are specially trained to help you become the best version of yourself. Traditional therapies alone do not address the unique challenges those with ADHD face. We’ve heard countless stories from frustrated clients about their previous coaches or therapists who didn’t seem to understand them. They were hopeful but then received the same old advice to “just write things down” or “use a timer.” The reality is, most adults with ADHD know all that stuff, because people have been telling them do it since childhood.
At Focused Mind, each of our skilled therapists creates a unique, specially-tailored collection of therapeutic modalities to holistically address all the ways ADHD impacts your life. As ADHD experts, we’ll teach you the tools to support the practical side of life with ADHD (such as time blindness and disorganization) and can help you overcome the emotional impact of ADHD (such as imposter syndrome, social anxiety, burnout, overthinking, communication struggles, or perfectionism).
This is what sets us apart from other clinics, as we value psychologically proven, personalized, and holistic approaches to ADHD treatment that will help you reach your truest potential.
What is Holding You Back from Beginning Adult ADHD Treatment?
I’ve already had enough criticism for a lifetime; I don’t want to be “fixed.”
We get it. That’s why at Focused Mind ADHD Counseling, we see you as more than a “label” or set of “symptoms”. We know you’re a human being with unique strengths. Because actually, ADHD is a set of superpowers. You just need the manual for using those superpowers to your advantage (and for working through the frustrating stuff).
These symptoms sound right, but I don’t want the “label.”
At Focused Mind ADHD Counseling, our mission is to go beyond labels. To see you as a whole person with unique strengths. We aren’t just here to “treat ADHD,” but to help you get unstuck so you can live the life you want. We have a laid back approach and seek to make therapy feel comfortable and safe.
I often feel misunderstood, why would you be any different?
It’s pretty common for adults with ADHD to spend time with people who don’t understand ADHD. Family members get frustrated, bosses criticize, friends just don’t get it. Feeling misunderstood all the time can have a pretty negative effect on someone’s self-esteem. So it’s easy to shut down. “Why bother if no one understands?” An adult ADHD specialist in Columbus, OH who does understand can help you feel heard (both in therapy and in your everyday life).
Begin Adult ADHD Treatment in Columbus, Ohio
You don’t have to live your life feeling overwhelmed and mistakes that haven’t even happened yet. Counseling can help you focus your busy brain. Our Columbus, OH counseling practice in Columbus, Ohio has caring therapists who specialize in ADHD Treatment. To start your counseling journey, follow these simple steps:
- Fill out the contact form contact to reach out and schedule a consultation.
- Meet with one of our caring therapists
- Stop feeling scattered. Focus your busy mind.
Other ADHD Services Offered at Focused Mind ADHD Counseling
Adult ADHD treatment is not the only service we offer at our Columbus, OH counseling practice. At Focused Mind ADHD Counseling, we offer a variety of mental health services including ADHD testing. As an adult with ADHD, we know you may also benefit from anxiety treatment for ADHD, counseling for men with ADHD, or depression counseling for ADHD. You can also view our blog for more resources and helpful info!