ADHD therapists in Lake Wales, FL
Find experienced ADHD therapists in Lake Wales, Florida 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.
New Directions Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, ALL LMHC--Carrie Cook , Kim Favaro, Nicole Petry , Kristin Schwartz, Alina Ghitea 8636065922.
ADHD can impact focus, organization, emotions, and relationships for both children and adults. We help clients develop practical strategies, improve confidence, and strengthen daily functioning in a supportive and structured way.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Lake Wales, FL
Online in Lake Wales, FL
Michele Rosa Kratochvil
Counselor/Therapist, MA,LMHC,NCC,LMT
Being kind and gentle with yourself as you learn skills and techniques to maximize your potential.
28 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
Erika Gray
Psychologist, Psy.D
ADHD is pervasive in our community. I have worked with individuals with ADHD for over a decade and can work with you to find best compensatory strategies to address your concerns.
15 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Navigating the Brilliance and the Burnout
ADHD is rarely just about "focus"—it is a complex, lived experience that colors every interaction, emotion, and internal narrative. In my practice, I work with neurodivergent individuals and couples to move past the shame of "not doing enough" and toward a life of sustainable functioning and relational safety.
For the Individual: Moving Beyond the Mask
Living with a neurodivergent brain in a neurotypical world often leads to a chronic state of burnout. Together, we address the invisible hurdles that standard productivity hacks ignore:
Rejection Sensitivity (RSD): Navigating the intense, often overwhelming emotional pain triggered by perceived criticism or rejection.
Demand Avoidance: Understanding the brain’s "threat response" to expectations and finding collaborative ways to move into action without the paralysis of shame.
Managing the "Overload": Developing strategies to prevent and recover from meltdowns or sensory overwhelm, honoring your nervous system’s unique limits.
For the Couple: Ending the "Parent-Child" Dynamic
ADHD can create a profound "relational gap" where one partner feels like a nag and the other feels constantly "less than." My work with couples centers on Systems Theory and Attachment, helping you:
Translate neurodivergent "language" so both partners feel seen and heard.
Dismantle the cycle of demand avoidance and reactive withdrawal.
Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis or have been "white-knuckling" it for years, I provide a space that is curious, courageous, and deeply affirming. We don't just "manage" your ADHD; we build a life and a relationship that actually fits your brain.
21 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
Dr. John E. N. Daniel
Marriage and Family Therapist, EdD; EdS; MA; MA; LCMFT#0404011018; BCCLC#0131
As a parent of a child who was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of five years old, this client challenge is very close to my heart. ADHD is a very complex neurodevelopemental disorder. I help children and adults achieve improved attention, organization and emotional regulation. I help them to achieve greater focus and task completion skills using innovative techniques. Many clients suffer from low self-esteem because the disorder is not well understood and often goes misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. This leads to many kids being "labelled" as lazy, disruptive, non-compliant among others. These clients must develop immense trust in the practitioner through a very strong therapeutic alliance. This is the key strength that has led to my immense success with clients challenged with ADHD/ADD disorders and associated "external disorders."
26 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL
ADHD therapists in Lake Wales, FL Statistics
ADHD therapists in Lake Wales, FL average 15 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
51%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |
| 29% | Black / African American |