Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD)
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ADHD Isn’t a Deficit—It’s a Neurotype.
As someone who was diagnosed later in life—after the intense upheaval of surgical menopause brought my symptoms into sharper focus—I bring both professional training and lived experience to this work. Navigating that chapter helped me see my brain more clearly, and I’ve since deepened my understanding by completing the ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) training.
As a kid, people used to say I’d lose my head if it wasn’t screwed on tight—and honestly, that still rings true some days. My nervous system heads straight into overwhelm when I misplace something (which happens more often than I’d like). I regularly walk into a room and forget why I came in… only to start a completely new task. If you ever catch me searching for my head, just know it’s probably off hiding somewhere cozy—or giggling in the corner.
But here’s what I’ve come to know: my ADHD isn’t just scattered energy or forgetfulness. It’s also the source of so much of my strength as a therapist. My curiosity, intuition, and deep focus allow me to be fully present and attuned in the room. I connect quickly and genuinely, often in ways that are unexpected but deeply grounding.
Because I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, out of sync, or misunderstood, I bring real compassion to this work. You don’t have to mask here. You don’t have to explain the way your brain works. I get it—not just professionally, but personally—and I’m here to support you in finding your own rhythm, your own strengths, and your own way forward.
My ADHD Journey
What ACTUALLY is ADHD?
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If you have ADHD, you’ve probably spent your life feeling like too much, too sensitive, too scattered—or like you’re always playing catch-up. But ADHD brains are wired for creativity, curiosity, and deep insight. They just don’t thrive in systems built for sameness. That’s not something to fix—it’s something to work with.
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ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both kids and adults. It’s not about laziness or a lack of willpower—it’s about a brain wired for interest, novelty, and urgency. People with ADHD often struggle with attention, emotional regulation, time blindness, and cycles of over- and under-stimulation. Tasks that feel boring or irrelevant can be incredibly hard to start—not because of a personal flaw, but because of neurobiology.
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Despite the challenges, ADHDers often have powerful strengths. Creativity, empathy, humor, curiosity, emotional depth, and bold, unconventional thinking are common traits. When allowed to live and work at their own pace, many thrive as problem-solvers, innovators, and storytellers.
ADHD isn’t a flaw. It’s a different operating system—one that struggles in a world built for still bodies, straight lines, and predictable routines.
It’s also often misunderstood or missed entirely, especially in girls and gender-diverse youth where symptoms tend to be more internalized—like daydreaming, disorganization, or quiet fidgeting—and are often mistaken for personality quirks. Without recognition or support, many mask their struggles, leading to burnout, low self-esteem, and long-term mental health risks. ADHD can also shift with age. What looks like high energy in childhood may show up as inner restlessness, racing thoughts, or overcommitted multitasking in adulthood. It’s easy to miss—especially for people raised to “keep it together.” Hormonal transitions can also intensify symptoms.
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Your brain’s not broken—it’s just wired differently. Therapy can help find the right tools, rhythms, and environments, to help you thrive. I support kids, teens, adults, and parents through an ADHD-affirming lens—blending compassion, strategy, and deep respect for each person’s unique wiring.
Other Common Challenges for ADHD Folk
ADHD rarely travels alone. It often comes bundled with a variety of other experiences and conditions that shape how we move through the world. Many people also navigate:
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Anxiety – Often rooted in years of being misunderstood, micromanaged, or overcorrected for behaviors that were never about laziness or defiance, but about unmet nervous system needs.

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Depression – Especially common when long-term masking, perfectionism, or self-criticism lead to emotional and physical burnout.

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Autism – There's significant overlap; many people are both ADHD and autistic, which brings unique strengths and challenges in a world that often expects linear thinking and uniform behavior.

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PTSD or complex trauma – These can stem from early invalidation, chronic stress, systemic harm, or relationships where core needs went unmet.

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Learning differences – Including dyslexia, dyscalculia, or auditory/visual processing challenges, which can affect how information is received and expressed.

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Substance use struggles – Sometimes a sign of a nervous system doing its best to self-soothe or escape overwhelm when healthier strategies haven't been available.

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Tics and Tourettic traits – These involuntary movements or sounds can intensify with stress or sensory overload, and are often misunderstood or pathologized.

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Sensory processing differences – Many people experience the world as too much or not enough—hypersensitivity to noise, light, or texture, or difficulty noticing hunger, pain, or fatigue.
Because ADHD often coexists with other neurodevelopmental, emotional, and sensory experiences, therapy can offer more than just coping tools—it can provide a space for deep validation, healing, and nervous system support.