ADHD therapists in Carlsbad, California CA
Find experienced ADHD therapists in Carlsbad who provide ADHD testing, evaluations, and therapy. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare qualifications, specialties, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
ADHD
Monica Thoelke
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I support Nerodivergent individuals, people with diagnoses of ADHD and ASD. Often adults who did not receive the support they needed in childhood and are discovering some of the issues they have in adulthood are stemming from this. Having the nerodivergent framework to approach life is helpful because it helps to better understanding your feelings, emotions, and behaviors. Creating new pathways to developing your amazing STRENGTHS and reaching your goals.
16 Years Experience
Online in Carlsbad, CA California (Online Only)
ADHD
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We support individuals with ADHD using a non-shaming, neurodiversity-affirming lens that focuses on executive functioning, emotional regulation, self-compassion, and sustainable coping skills.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Carlsbad, CA 92008
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Amy Price, AMP Family Therapy Inc.
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I am an ADHD adult and so recognize and have special compassion for the struggles we face. I have great book, media and other recommendations to help you feel understood and make changes that access the very best parts of this diagnosis.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Integrated Mental Wellness
Psychologist, Ph.D, Integrated Medical Mental Health Clinician, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Colette Sinclair is specifically trained in techniques and approaches that support executive functioning, including building attention and focus.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Hannah Nyznyk Christian
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #133278
We support children, teens, and adults with ADHD in understanding how their brains work. Therapy focuses on practical strategies, emotional regulation, and reducing shame while building confidence.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Dr. Aleksandra Drecun
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. This is particularly true for girls and women. Girls’ and womens’ ADHD tends to manifest differently from boys and men. The symptoms may be harder to recognize and/or they may have developed strategies to compensate for their ADHD symptoms. This is predominately the case with ADHD testing. Computerized tests such as the T.O.V.A. and the CPT test diagnose 80% of individuals with ADHD. In other words, there is a false negative of 20% of individuals that have ADHD and are not identified by these extensive tests. Hence, a thorough history with a deep understanding of neuroscience and executive functioning is critical to determine whether an individual would qualify for an ADHD diagnosis.
The advances in neuroscience through the technology of brain imaging has facilitated our understanding about the complexity of the brain. The brain is viewed as a self-regulating system. This fundamental human capacity is the ability to regulate and control our thoughts, feelings and behavior. Recent developments in neuroscience have increased our understanding of the neural underpinnings of self-regulation. Self-regulation is often used interchangeably with the term of executive functioning.
Despite these challenges, being neurodiverse offers great advantages. First and foremost, neurodiverse individuals are intelligent. They have average to above average IQ’s. They naturally think outside of the box and are innovative by nature. In fact, it is noted that many successful entrepreneurs have ADHD. The areas of their ADHD that have lead to their success in business include hyper-focusing, divergent thinking, risk taking, and hyperactivity. With therapy and ADHD coaching, one can learn to harness one’s strengths and minimize one’s weaknesses to be healthy, happy and successful.
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Azmaira Maker, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience and received my Ph.D. from University of Michigan in both the child and adult tracks. We offer standardized and norm based testing for ADHD for children, college students, and adults. We offer specialized behavioral therapy, executive functioning training, neurofeedback, and cognitive-behavioral therapy for ADHD.
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Tendril Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
At Tendril Therapy, we offer neurodiversity-affirming support for ADHD, helping clients navigate focus, overwhelm, and emotional regulation while building practical, sustainable tools for daily life.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
Online in Carlsbad, CA California
ADHD
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
Children and adults with ADHD show a consistent pattern of excess slow-wave activity (theta) and insufficient fast-wave activity (beta) in the brain — leaving them chronically underaroused and struggling to sustain focus.
Neurofeedback corrects this imbalance directly, training the brain to produce faster, more alert rhythms. Studies show improvements in attention, impulse control, and academic performance that persist long after treatment ends.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Carlsbad, CA
ADHD
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Neurodivergence takes many forms and traditional therapy focuses on symptom management. I embrace the benefits of neurodivergence while helping you to integrate higher self-understanding as a way to work with your neurobiology instead of against it.
13 Years Experience
Online in Carlsbad, CA California (Online Only)
ADHD therapists in Carlsbad, California Statistics
ADHD therapists in Carlsbad, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (42%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (39%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 47% | Senior |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |