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Ever feel like your brain's on a rollercoaster, going a mile a minute, and it's tough to hit the brakes? Or maybe you've noticed that focus and organization seem like elusive unicorns in your daily routine? You're not alone—welcome to the world of ADHD.
Navigating the ins and outs of ADHD can be like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. It's frustrating, right? But here's the thing: you're not the puzzle; you're the puzzle solver.
Are you looking for a space where your unique ADHD superpowers can shine, rather than feeling like they're constantly working against you? Have you tried various strategies but feel like there's still a missing piece to the puzzle?
ADHD therapy isn't just about managing symptoms; it's about harnessing the incredible strengths that come with that unique brain of yours.
So, what are you hoping to achieve on this ADHD adventure? Let's chat about it and figure out how we can make your brain work for you. After all, your uniqueness is your superpower!
Now, take a moment to imagine a world where your energy and creativity are powerful assets propelling you forward.
Picture a daily routine where focus and productivity aren't just goals but second nature.
What if the challenges that once felt overwhelming became stepping stones to success? Think about your personal and professional life – envision the positive impact of managing distractions, organizing your thoughts, and embracing your unique way of thinking.
How would it feel to have strategies that not only help you navigate daily tasks but also unlock your full potential?
ADHD therapy isn't just about coping; it's about thriving. Imagine what you could accomplish, the goals you could crush, and the relationships you could strengthen with a personalized approach that celebrates your ADHD strengths.
Let's turn your imagination into reality – because your journey with ADHD is not about limitations; it's about discovering your extraordinary abilities.
* YOUR LIFE AND YOUR NEEDS ARE SO UNIQUE, SO I WILL PULL OUT FROM THE MAGIC BOX THE TRICKS THAT I BELIEVE WOULD MAKE THE MAGIC FOR YOU.
* I'M TRANSPARENT AND HELP YOU UNDERSTAND YOUR DIAGNOSIS, PROCESSES, AND THE OBSTACLES THAT HAVE BEEN HOLDING YOU BACK IN LIFE. AFTER ALL, YOU ARE THE ONE RUNNING YOUR LIFE OUT THERE, RIGHT?.
* I'LL GIVE YOU THE HOWS, THE TOOLS, AND THE STRATEGIES TO MASTER YOUR MIND AND RELATIONSHIPS. HELLO ACCOMPLISHED YOU!
* MY MISSION IS YOUR LONG-LASTING CHANGE AND HAPPINESS, SO MY TREATMENTS GO DEEP. FAST, ONLY IF YOU ARE READY FOR IT. ONE OF MY DEAR CLIENTS SAID THAT I WAS LIKE A CAR NAVIGATOR, BUT THAT SHE FELT SHE WAS THE ONE CONTROLLING THE GAS PEDAL.
* I AM A PERFECTLY IMPERFECT THERAPIST & HUMAN BEING WHO WENT THROUGH A LOT HERSELF. NO JUDGING IN HERE.
* HERE'S A SECRET: I AM MADLY IN LOVE AND MARRIED TO SOMEONE WITH ADHD, SO I GET HOW FASCINATING YOUR SUPERPOWERS CAN BE. YES, ALSO YOUR CHALLENGES.
* WE WILL LAUGHT AND CRY TOGETHER. YES, WE CAN ALSO CUSS TOGETHER.
* MY PHONE IS ON 24/7 JUST IN CASE YOU HAVE A CRISIS. IF YOU LEAVE ME A MESSAGE, I WILL CALL YOU BACK ASAP.
When people have been diagnosed with ADHD, they usually start to take a look back at their lives using the lens of ADHD.
They begin to understand many things, but also think about what could have been different if they would have been diagnosed earlier.
Perhaps you could have completed college?
Last longer in a job position?
Would you still
When people have been diagnosed with ADHD, they usually start to take a look back at their lives using the lens of ADHD.
They begin to understand many things, but also think about what could have been different if they would have been diagnosed earlier.
Perhaps you could have completed college?
Last longer in a job position?
Would you still be in that romantic relationship?
Would the people around you have criticized you the same way?
Would your self-esteem be different today?
Growing up with ADHD can leave emotional scars and lead to life difficulties such as:
-Financial problems
-Addictions
-Difficulty to sustain a job
-Legal problems, traffic tickets, and accidents
-Low self-esteem
-Depression, anxiety, and suicidality
-Poor physical health
-Difficulty to complete school
-Relationship problems
If you were just diagnosed with ADHD or think you may have it, it is important that you look for professional help. A treatment that focuses on ADHD can help you improve your everyday life, self-esteem, and relationships. Don't give up on your dreams and goals. They are all possible.
If you have ADHD, you may:
- miss deadliness
- make impulsive decisions
- start many projects, but struggle to complete them
- get impatient or frustrated easily
- interrupt others and talk a lot
- struggle to sustain focus or concentration
- loose things like your keys, phone, or forget to bring what you need
- plan to do many things tom
If you have ADHD, you may:
- miss deadliness
- make impulsive decisions
- start many projects, but struggle to complete them
- get impatient or frustrated easily
- interrupt others and talk a lot
- struggle to sustain focus or concentration
- loose things like your keys, phone, or forget to bring what you need
- plan to do many things tomorrow, just to end up frustrated for completing just a third of what you have planned
- experience mood changes
- avoid tasks that are long or feel boring
- feel restless, move a lot, and/or fidget
- forget appointments
Unfortunately, these behaviors can strain the patience of the people around you and put you on a never ending loop of frustration, problems, and unreached goals.
Often, other psychiatric or learning disorders can occur along with ADHD. It is important to recognize, diagnose, and treat them as well to cut the repeated pattern of failures.
Therapy can help you learn effective strategies to manage your ADHD symptoms, improve your organization and communication, and help you develop conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Additionally, couples therapy and/or family therapy can help you improve relationships and help your loved ones understand the struggles caused by ADHD so they can better support you.
Therapy for ADHD can help you find your talents and support you in the fulfillment of your goals and dreams.
Many people with ADHD are found to have above-average levels of intelligence and many are highly creative and inventive.
ADHD may give you a different perspective on life and let you come up with ideas or solutions that most people would never think of. In fact, many of the world's best inventive thinkers had ADHD.
Although it is true that having ADHD can make you struggle to concentrate or make you feel bored easily, it can also give you the ability to concentrate for several hours in a row on something that really interests you.
Have you discovered what interests you? What is your original talent?
Many people discover that their undiagnosed ADHD has been fueling their relationship problems, or other conditions such as anxiety or depression.
This scenario is more common for adults, since ADHD has been formally recognized as a disorder in the late 1960's. However, ADHD cases started to be more effectively identified in the 1990s and t
Many people discover that their undiagnosed ADHD has been fueling their relationship problems, or other conditions such as anxiety or depression.
This scenario is more common for adults, since ADHD has been formally recognized as a disorder in the late 1960's. However, ADHD cases started to be more effectively identified in the 1990s and the public in general and professionals are gradually starting to become more aware of how it looks like.
This simply indicates that the older you are right now, the more chances you have of never been diagnosed as a child. Unfortunately, you have struggled alone with your ADHD symptoms.
It is never too late to be diagnosed and I usually see that for many people, receiving the diagnosis of ADHD is a gift. Many report that they finally have a name for their daily struggles.
Therapy can help you understand how your brain works. It can help you increase awareness of your behaviors/habits and help you learn skills and strategies to change your life and relationships.
Yes, it's true that Medication has been found to be highly effective for many people with ADHD, but taking meds it's a personal decision. I can inform you more about this treatment option and provide you with a referral to visit a doctor who could help you evaluate if the use of medication is right for you.
You don't have to go through this alone. Having the right guidance and tools can help you achieve your goals.
What are your life dreams?
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