ADHD
ADHD therapy – Learn how to recognise and manage your ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). We can help diagnose your ADHD, establish coping mechanisms and understand your trigger points. We offer a tailored approach meaning you get the therapy you need. We are 100% online – chat, video, message – our trained therapists are here for you.
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What is ADHD?
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a condition that affects people’s behaviour. Most cases of ADHD are diagnosed when children are under 12 years old but sometimes it is diagnosed in later childhood, even adulthood. We can help diagnose your ADHD, establish coping mechanisms, and understand your trigger points.
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Early diagnosis of ADHD
Often symptoms of ADHD can be noticed at an early age, becoming more noticeable as the child develops and/or reaches milestones such as starting school. Most cases are diagnosed by the time the child is 12 years old but sometimes diagnosis happens later in childhood, or even adulthood.
The symptoms of ADHD may improve with age but for many they continue into adulthood. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly help reduce symptoms and provide essential coping strategies and techniques that can be used throughout childhood and into late life. This is where we can help.
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What causes ADHD?
The exact cause is unknown but it has been shown to run in families. Other factors may include: having a low birthweight, smoking or alcohol abuse during pregnancy, and being born prematurely. More boys are diagnosed with ADHD than girls.
It’s important to note that many children go through phases where they may be restless or inattentive, this does not necessarily mean they have ADHD. We can help assess your child and provide the right therapy for them.
Main symptoms of ADHD
The symptoms in children, teens and adults can vary but, on the whole, remain largely similar. We will tailor your treatment to suit your age and circumstance.
The symptoms of ADHD can be categorised into two types of behavioural problems
- inattentiveness (including difficulty concentrating and focusing)
- hyperactivity and impulsiveness
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ADHD symptoms in more detail - what to look for
ADHD can cause significant problems in a child’s life such as poor social interaction skills, problems with discipline and underachievement at school. These problems can continue into adulthood.
The main signs of inattentiveness are:
- short attention span, easily distracted
- unable to stick to task, difficulty in organising tasks
- flipping between activities
- appear unable to listen to or carry out instructions
- forgetfulness or losing things
- excessive talking and movement
- unable to wait in turn, impatience
- fidgeting, unable to sit still (particularly in quiet surroundings)
- excessive talking and interrupting conversations
- acting without thinking, little or no sense of danger
ADHD in adults
Adult diagnosis can be harder as the symptoms tend to be far more subtle than childhood symptoms. However, the following can be strong indicators of adult ADHD.
- Lack of attention to detail and carelessness
- Inability to deal with stress
- Poor organisational skills
- Risk taking
- Forgetfulness
- Lack of focus, starting but not finishing tasks
- Inability to prioritise
- Losing and misplacing belongings
- Restlessness and impatience
- Interrupting and speaking inappropriately
- Mood swings, irritability and quick tempered
Our approach to ADHD therapy
understand how you are feeling, look at your symptoms, give you the opportunity to talk about your lived experience with ADHD, and give you the space to express your emotions freely.
We know that showing an accepting nature is vital to helping you understand your diagnosis and develop coping strategies. It is our goal to make sure that you receive the right approach to your ADHD counselling. Our objective is that you see yourself as a person who has the power and ability to change your life.
Typically, for ADHD, we use a combination of psychological treatments and therapies; these include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) , hypnotherapy as well as talking therapies such as counselling and psychotherapy.
How we work
Our ADHD therapy and counselling sessions are tailored to suit your needs. We understand everyone is different, and that’s why we offer a tailored approach meaning you get the therapy you need.
Your therapy is built around you and your schedule. We are 100% online offering private video call therapy sessions as well as the opportunity to message your therapist when you need to, including email and live chat assistance.
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