Strengths-based ADHD evaluations for adults who are tired of blaming themselves and ready for real answers

Adult ADHD Assessments

Adult ADHD Assessments

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You’ve spent years wondering why some things feel so much harder for you than for everyone else. You know what needs to get done, you genuinely want to do well, and yet somehow you still find yourself procrastinating, losing track of time (or keys!), feeling overwhelmed, and wondering where the motivation went.

You may have wondered - or been told - that you’re lazy, disorganized, unmotivated, or too much. Or perhaps you’ve come across information about ADHD and found yourself thinking “Wait…why does this sound like me??”

So why does ADHD get overlooked in women?

One of the reasons so many women don't consider ADHD until adulthood is because they don't fit the picture of ADHD they've always had in their heads.

They weren't necessarily the child running around the classroom, getting in trouble at school, or bouncing off the walls. In fact, many women with ADHD were model students, and worked incredibly hard to keep up with expectations. They may have earned good grades, and are now building successful careers, raising families, and are known as the person everyone else relies on.

The struggles were often there all along, but they were interpreted differently. Instead of ADHD, many women were told they were disorganized, forgetful, lazy, scattered, dramatic, or simply not trying hard enough. Over time, it's easy to start believing those messages yourself.

By the time many women begin exploring ADHD (and usually for their family members first) they aren't usually asking, "Could I have ADHD?" They're asking, "Why does this feel so much harder for me than it seems to for everyone else?" or "Why can I do some things so well and struggle so much with others?"

Those are often the kinds of questions that lead people to seek an assessment.

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A Strengths-Based Approach to ADHD Assessment

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It's also important to know that these assessments are clinical ADHD evaluations, not comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. For many adults seeking answers about ADHD, a focused clinical evaluation is all that's needed.

Rather than spending hours completing extensive cognitive testing, we focus specifically on understanding your history, symptoms, strengths, and the ways ADHD may be showing up in your daily life. This allows the process to be more focused, accessible, and affordable while still providing meaningful insight and practical recommendations.

The goal isn't simply to determine whether you meet criteria for ADHD. It's to help you better understand how your brain works, make sense of patterns that may have followed you for years, and identify strategies that can help you move forward with greater confidence.

My hope is that you leave the process with greater clarity, a deeper understanding of yourself, and practical recommendations that help you move forward with confidence.

By the time most women reach my office, they've often spent years drowning in self-criticism wondering what’s “wrong” with them. They've blamed themselves for being disorganized, inconsistent, forgetful, overwhelmed, or unable to follow through in the ways they want to.

While part of the assessment process is determining whether ADHD is contributing to those experiences, my goal goes beyond providing a diagnosis. I believe an assessment should help you better understand how your brain works.

Together, we'll explore the patterns you've experienced, identify the factors that may be contributing to your struggles, and highlight strengths that are often overlooked. Many adults with ADHD are creative, resourceful, resilient, and excellent problem-solvers—but those strengths can be easy to miss when you've spent years focused on what feels difficult.

ADHD Assessment Options

Clarity ADHD Assessment

$750

Ideal for adults who are looking for answers, clarity, and guidance on next steps.

Includes:

  • Two sessions for intake and assessment

  • One feedback session

  • ADHD screening measures and structured clinical interview

  • Brief written summary of findings

  • Personalized treatment recommendations

This option is a great fit if you're wondering whether ADHD may be contributing to your struggles and want a clearer understanding of what's been going on.

In-Depth ADHD Assessment

$1,200

Best for adults who would benefit from more extensive documentation of their results, such as for accommodations, outside providers, or personal records.

Includes:

• Two sessions for intake and assessment

• One feedback session

• ADHD screening measures and structured clinical interview

• Comprehensive written report

• Personalized treatment recommendations

This option is a great fit if you're looking for a more in-depth evaluation or anticipate needing detailed documentation for work, school, accommodations, or medical providers.

If you are seeking accommodations, I recommend contacting your school or workplace beforehand to confirm their documentation requirements.

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