ADHD therapists in Machesney Park, Illinois IL
ADHD
Caroline Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the unique challenges and strengths of individuals dealing with ADHD. I offer education on how ADHD can impact their lives and teach evidence-based coping skills customized to manage symptoms such as organization and impulse control. Moreover, I help patients address mental health issues that may co-occur with ADHD and support them in navigating life transitions. I strive to create a supportive environment and set realistic goals to empower individuals to effectively manage ADHD and flourish in their daily lives.
2 Years Experience
ADHD
Orli Firestein
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
In our work together, we can:
- improve emotional regulation and communication strategies
-identify potential accommodations in various settings and develop self-advocacy skills to ask for what you need
-foster self-compassion for executive functioning challenges while identifying the many strengths that can accompany ADHD (such as creativity, enthusiasm, and curiosity)
-explore lifestyle changes that can allow for greater ease and success
9 Years Experience
ADHD
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
Not everyone’s brain works the same way. Some folks have a bigger emotional reaction to a fight and a slower return to baseline. Some people struggle with focus and concentration. Some people find they can be hyperfocused on a task to the detriment of their job, or might feel very overwhelmed in a crowd. For a lot of our patients, being diagnosed with is the first difficult but necessary step to change, whether it’s finding out you have ADHD, PTSD, a personality disorder or if you’re on the Autism spectrum. Learning about how your brain works can help you become more adaptive, so that you can better apply your strengths and avoid pitfalls. Our therapists love working with brains of all varieties, including yours.
5 Years Experience
ADHD
Alan Brandis, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
I have over 30 years' experience assessing and helping treat attention issues. First, we must determine if it is really ADD, or ADD with another issue, or simply another problem that interferes with attention and focus. Then, we design a set of interventions to address the actual underlying problem(s). Unfortunately, I often seen kids and teens who have been medicated for ADD but who don't actually have it. I'm not against medication, just against it if the patient doesn't actually have ADD. One of my articles: https://www.atlantapsych.com/article/addressingattention
34 Years Experience
ADHD
Renewal Therapy
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Offering comprehensive psychological evaluations for ADHD. An ADHD assessment can help you:
-Gain a deeper understanding of your attentional strengths and weaknesses.
-Access evidence-based strategies to enhance focus, organization, and time management.
-Explore options for medication, therapy, coaching, and other support systems.
-Receive personalized recommendations for accommodations in the workplace or educational settings.
9 Years Experience