ADHD therapists in Memphis, Tennessee TN
ADHD
Courtney Loveless
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MHSP
Your child is fun-loving, smart, and kind, but…
They struggle to stay focused.
They talk a mile a minute. You’re jealous of their energy!
They’re fidgety and restless. It’s almost impossible for them to stay in their seat!
They don’t like waiting (who does?), and when they have to… watch out!
They’re brave, but they’re also impulsive.
You know they can do anything they set their mind to, but you don’t know how to rein it in.
All kinds of problems at school and home…
Talking too much, being too loud, or getting up in the middle of class.
Agitating peers at school or siblings at home because they’re not playing the way your child wants them to… or they’re not matching your child’s energy and excitement level.
Struggling to stay focused on their school work… or chores… or conversation.
It seems like they have a billion toys, but they’re constantly complaining of boredom.
Rushing through tasks and making careless mistakes.
Losing or forgetting important items or tasks.
I’m here to help.
Counseling will provide your child with a safe place to learn and practice behavior and feeling-management skills.
You struggle with knowing how to focus your child’s energy, and the biggest problem is – so do they!
Children with ADHD often don’t know how to stay focused and can’t figure out why it’s so difficult for them. Throughout therapy, your child will learn impulse control skills by participating in activities such as “stop, think, and do.”
Your child will learn to calm down when those energetic feelings get too big…
By finding healthy ways to release their energy (e.g., active and safe physical exercises) and express their emotions (e.g., I-feel statements), they’ll learn to prepare for situations that require increased focus and calm energy.
They’ll learn to stay focused and avoid distractions.
By developing coping skills such as mindfulness techniques, Yoga blocks, belly breathing, and thought redirection, they’ll learn to redirect their energy to the task at hand. These skills can help children calm their bodies down, allowing their brains to follow.
You’ll be invited into sessions with your child…
That way, your child can teach you the skills they are learning.
Children are often excited to show off their new skills and present what they have been learning to parents! This component of treatment is important because it allows you to support your child in their development of healthy life skills. It also provides you the opportunity to give your child positive praise and attention for their behaviors (which is often a major motivator for children). It allows you to help your child begin to practice these skills at home.
As a team, we’ll also find the best environment for your child to stay focused during important tasks. Some children require shorter periods of focus at first with frequent breaks. Throughout treatment, they may build up to longer periods of focus. It will be important for us to find a starting point for your child!
Together, we’ll also develop a plan for your child to implement these skills throughout their daily life and behavior-management planning.
Families learn to transition from, “for the hundredth time, stop nagging your sister. She doesn’t want to play that game!”… followed by door slamming and yelling from their child and resulting in another consequence of limited screen-time….
To “I know you didn’t get your way when playing with your sister. I know that can feel frustrating. Let’s look at the behavior chart to see what other activities you’ve planned to do when encountering this trigger”… followed by the excitement that the child and parent created the plan to play with Legos after experiencing this situation, resulting in a more peaceful afternoon for all involved.
Let’s help your child channel their energy in positive ways!
When your child is suffering from the controlling symptoms of ADHD, we know you are suffering, too. You are your child’s number one fan.
ADHD doesn’t have to control your child’s life or impact their future goals and aspirations. By learning to control the symptoms of ADHD, we’ll ensure your child has the tools to succeed in anything they want to do!
Let’s work together in developing a plan to get your child the support they need.
Get started today by calling for a free 15-minute consultation!
9 Years Experience
ADHD
Peakminds Psychology
Psychologist
In addition to providing psychoeducational and ADHD assessments, Peakminds supports clients who have received an ADHD diagnosis with therapy, ADHD coaching, and group ADHD classes.
7 Years Experience
ADHD
Dr. JD Wright
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
ADHD can affect every aspect of life, from academics and work, to relationship with family and friends, to your own experience of emotions. My perspective is grounded in an awareness of the interplay of culture and context in the experience of ADHD. I see clients for whom ADHD is their primary reason for coming to therapy, as well as those who are coming in for other reasons but want to see someone who can recognize how ADHD shapes their experiences. In addition to therapy, I offer diagnostic assessments for ADHD as well as executive functioning coaching, all of which can be integrated or stand-alone services.
4 Years Experience
ADHD
Chicago ADHD Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Our practice is dedicated towards helping people with ADHD and related challenge areas. First, we provide ADHD testing and evaluations for adults and teenagers who are seeking to determine whether they have this diagnosis. The testing process involves three parts: completing a series of behavioral rating scales, completing online attention and neuropsychological screening tests, and a Zoom diagnostic interview. At the end of the evaluation, we will provide you with a detailed assessment report to assist you and other professionals involved in your care. Second, we provide solutions-oriented online psychotherapy. This approach sharpens your organization and productivity skills, and provides you with support for the challenging emotions and thoughts that often accompany ADHD.
28 Years Experience
ADHD
Dr. Bridget Kromrey
Psychologist, PsyD
I provide psychological assessments for adults and children regarding questions surrounding ADHD. I also provide specific therapy for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD diagnoses.
10 Years Experience