ADHD Therapy in Encino and Los Angeles, California
MAKE YOUR LIFE WORK FOR YOU, NOT AGAINST YOU.
Living with ADHD can come with shame or self-criticism from years of hearing you are “lazy,” “careless,” or “not living up to potential.” In reality, ADHD is not a character flaw — it’s a difference in how the brain processes attention, reward, and stimulation. I provide ADHD therapy in Encino, with online therapy available in Los Angeles and throughout California. I help teens and adults with focus, motivation, emotional regulation, organization, shame, procrastination, and the feeling that you’re always behind even when you’re trying your best.
People often come to ADHD Therapy for…
difficulty starting or finishing tasks, even when they’re important to you
chronic procrastination followed by last-minute urgency
feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities
trouble focusing unless something feels urgent or highly interesting
losing track of time or underestimating how long things will take
forgetfulness, missed deadlines, or disorganization
racing thoughts or difficulty slowing your mind down
cycles of hyperfocus followed by burnout
ADHD is not a character flaw.
Learn practical strategies that work for you.
How I Work With ADHD
My approach combines psychoeducation, compassion, and evidence-based tools to support you in how ADHD impacts your emotional regulation as well as your day-to-day life.
Psychoeducation and Self-understanding
We explore what ADHD actually is — how it affects motivation, attention, executive function, and the nervous system. Understanding your brain helps replace shame with insight and allows us to approach challenges with more compassion and strategy instead of self-blame.
Evidence-based Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge unhelpful thoughts like “I’m lazy” or “something is wrong with me,” and build realistic thinking and habits
Behavioral strategies & skills training such as task-breaking, external structure, time-management tools, cueing systems, and accountability supports
Behavioral Activation to increase momentum and reduce avoidance or shutdown when tasks feel overwhelming
Mindfulness-based interventions to strengthen awareness, pause impulsive reactions, and build the ability to bring attention back gently
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to reduce shame and help you move toward your values, even on days when motivation is low
Executive functioning support
We will work collaboratively on:
organization systems that actually match your brain
routines for planning, prioritizing, and task initiation
emotional regulation skills for frustration and overwhelm
motivation strategies rooted in reward and meaning
managing rejection sensitivity and self-criticism
Therapy isn’t about “fixing” ADHD or forcing you into systems that don’t work for your brain.
Therapy is about:
understanding how your brain works
learning practical strategies that fit you
strengthening self-trust rather than self-criticism
supporting confidence, agency, and follow-through
Many people with ADHD are creative, intuitive, big-picture thinkers with deep curiosity and energy. Together, we’ll work to reduce the parts that feel overwhelming while nurturing the strengths that already exist.
Feel more organized in your daily life tasks
Understand how your brain and nervous system work
Build confidence in the unique strengths that come with neurodivergence
Create systems and structures that work for you, not against you
Therapy for ADHD can help you…
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ADHD THERAPY
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Adult ADHD often looks different than the stereotype. It may show up as chronic procrastination, difficulty following through, disorganization, emotional reactivity, or feeling constantly overwhelmed — even if you’re capable and intelligent.
Many adults with ADHD were never diagnosed as children. If you’ve long struggled with focus, time management, or consistency despite strong effort, it may be worth exploring in therapy.
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Yes. ADHD and anxiety often overlap.
When you frequently feel behind, forget things, or struggle with follow-through, anxiety can develop as a response. Sometimes ADHD fuels anxiety; other times, anxiety makes focus harder. In therapy, we work to understand which patterns are primary and how they interact.
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ADHD therapy focuses on both practical strategies and emotional support.
We may work on executive functioning skills such as planning, breaking tasks into manageable steps, time awareness, and accountability systems. We also address self-criticism, shame, and emotional regulation, which are common in adults with ADHD.
The goal is not to “fix” you — it’s to help you work with your brain more effectively.
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I do not provide formal ADHD testing or prescribe medication. If an evaluation would be helpful, I can offer referrals to trusted providers.
Therapy can still be highly effective whether or not you choose to pursue medication.
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Absolutely.
Many adults with ADHD perform well academically or professionally while privately feeling disorganized, inconsistent, or exhausted from overcompensating. Therapy can help reduce burnout, improve follow-through, and build sustainable systems that fit your strengths.
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You can reach out through my contact form to schedule a brief consultation.
We’ll talk about your concerns, goals, and whether ADHD therapy feels like the right fit. I offer virtual sessions throughout California and in-person appointments in Encino when available.