ADHD Therapy
Support, Strategies, and Skills for Children, Teens, and Adults with ADHD
At Journey Psychology, we help clients understand their ADHD, develop practical tools, and build confidence in managing everyday challenges at home, school, work, and in relationships.
“The mind that is flexible is more resilient.”
– Russell Barkley
Understanding ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, emotional regulation, and executive functioning. While it’s often diagnosed in childhood, many teens and adults continue to experience symptoms that impact motivation, organization, and daily routines.
Common signs include trouble sustaining attention, forgetfulness, distractibility, difficulty completing tasks, fidgeting, or impulsive decision-making. ADHD presents differently for everyone; some individuals show more hyperactive-impulsive traits, while others primarily struggle with inattention.
ADHD is not a sign of laziness, poor discipline, or lack of motivation. It’s rooted in how the brain manages attention, processes information, and regulates behaviour. When understood and supported, people with ADHD often demonstrate creativity, curiosity, innovation, and strong problem-solving skills. Therapy, structure, and personalized strategies can help unlock those strengths.
Common Symptoms of ADHD
Difficulty sustaining attention or focus
Forgetfulness or frequently losing things
Impulsivity or difficulty waiting turns
Restlessness or fidgeting
Trouble completing tasks or following instructions
Emotional dysregulation, frustration, or overwhelm
How Therapy Can Help
At Journey Psychology, we work collaboratively with children, teens, and adults to help them understand their ADHD symptoms and their strengths. Our clinicians use:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT):
CBT helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns (such as self-criticism or avoidance) and develop practical strategies to improve follow-through, reduce procrastination, and manage emotional reactivity.
Behavioural Therapy & Skills Training:
This approach focuses on building realistic routines, strengthening time management, improving organization, and creating systems that support daily functioning at home, school, or work.
Executive Functioning & Emotion Regulation Support:
We provide structured coaching and therapeutic strategies to improve planning, prioritizing, impulse control, and frustration tolerance; while also helping clients regulate big emotions that often accompany ADHD.
Throughout treatment, we also integrate psychoeducation and strengths-based work so clients and families better understand how ADHD affects the brain, reduce shame, and build lasting confidence.
ADHD Therapy Supports You In
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Strengthening your ability to focus and follow through on tasks
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Managing impulsivity and regulating intense emotions with greater confidence
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Creating realistic structure, routines, and sustainable habits
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Improving communication and strengthening relationships at home, school, or work
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Increasing motivation and making it easier to start (and finish) important tasks
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Understanding your diagnosis with clarity, self-compassion, and reduced self-blame
How ADHD Therapy Supports Recovery
- More consistent routines and task completion
- Improved emotional control and frustration tolerance
- Better time management and organization
- Increased self-esteem and confidence
- Enhanced communication at home, school, or work
- Stronger understanding of personal strengths and challenges
Why Choose Journey Psychology?
We understand that ADHD affects each person differently. At Journey Psychology, we offer:
Specialized support for children, teens, and adults
Behavioural therapy and executive functioning coaching
Therapists trained in ADHD, emotional regulation, and parenting support
Collaborative guidance to support school, work, and family routines
In-person and virtual options to make therapy accessible and comfortable
Coping Tools We Teach
- Organizational systems (planners, timers, apps)
- Breaking tasks into smaller, achievable steps
- Mindfulness and grounding to improve focus
- Behavioural strategies like rewards and reminders
- Sleep, nutrition, and activity routines for regulation
- Collaboration strategies for parents, teachers, and employers
What to Expect
Your therapy experience is supportive, paced, and tailored to you:
1. Complimentary 15-Minute Consultation
A short, complimentary call to discuss your goals and help connect you with the therapist best suited to support you.
2. First Session
We explore attention patterns, challenges, strengths, and your goals for treatment.
3. Personalized Treatment Plan
Your therapist creates a structured plan focused on executive functioning, routines, and emotional regulation.
4. Ongoing Therapy & Growth
Sessions include skill-building, behavioural strategies, emotional support, and problem-solving. As skills improve, therapy focuses on confidence, independence, and long-term success in daily life.
FAQ: ADHD in Children, Teens & Adults
How does ADHD look different in children versus adults?
Children often show hyperactivity, impulsivity, or difficulty sitting still, while adults may struggle more with organization, time management, task completion, and emotional regulation.
Can therapy help children with ADHD succeed at school?
Yes. Therapy supports focus, planning skills, emotional regulation, and social skills. We also work with parents and teachers to create routines and strategies that reinforce learning at home and in the classroom.
How can therapy support adults with ADHD?
Adults benefit from strategies for time management, organization, prioritization, emotional regulation, stress reduction, and improving communication in relationships.
Is ADHD treatable without medication?
Many children and adults benefit from therapy, structure, and coping strategies; whether or not they use medication. Medication can help some people but isn’t the only path to success.
