ADHD

ADHD Therapy for Teens, Parents, and Adults in San Diego, Rancho Bernardo, and Poway, California

Support for Teens, Parents, and Adults Living with ADHD

At Patch Counseling, we understand the unique challenges ADHD brings to teens, adults, and their families. Whether you're a teenager struggling with school, a parent supporting your child, or an adult navigating work and personal life, our specialized ADHD therapy can help you manage symptoms, build resilience, and thrive.

What is ADHD?

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopment disorder that affects attention, impulse control, and hyperactivity. It’s not just about being forgetful or easily distracted—ADHD impacts critical executive functioning skills like organization, time management, and emotional regulation. Symptoms can show up differently in everyone and often lead to frustration in daily life.

At Patch Counseling, we take a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to help individuals understand and manage their ADHD.

ADHD Therapy for Teens

Teenagers with ADHD often face unique struggles. Academic demands, social relationships, and emotional challenges can become overwhelming. Teens with ADHD may have:

  • Academic difficulties: Struggling to focus, stay organized, and complete assignments on time.

  • Social challenges: Impulsivity and difficulty understanding social cues can affect friendships.

  • Emotional regulation issues: ADHD can lead to frequent frustration, irritability, and low self-esteem.

Our ADHD therapy for teens offers practical tools to help them manage schoolwork, improve social skills, and build emotional resilience. We also help teens develop self-compassion and learn how to navigate life’s challenges in a healthy way.

ADHD CONSULTATION for Parents

As a parent, supporting a child with ADHD can be difficult. You may feel overwhelmed trying to help them succeed academically and emotionally while managing family dynamics. We work closely with parents to:

  • Understand ADHD: Learn about how ADHD affects your child’s brain and behavior.

  • Develop practical strategies: Gain tools for supporting your teen’s schoolwork, organization, and emotional needs.

  • Improve family relationships: Work together to create a more positive, connected home environment.

ADHD Therapy for Adults

ADHD doesn’t go away in adulthood, and many adults continue to experience symptoms that affect their personal and professional lives. Adults with ADHD often struggle with:

  • Time management: Missing deadlines, forgetting appointments, or feeling overwhelmed by tasks.

  • Relationship challenges: Miscommunications and emotional sensitivity can cause tension in relationships.

  • Mood regulation: ADHD can make it hard to manage emotions, leading to frustration or mood swings.

At Patch Counseling, we provide adults with ADHD the tools they need to manage their symptoms, improve time management, and regulate emotions. Our therapy sessions focus on building self-compassion and helping adults feel empowered in both their work and personal lives.

How Patch Counseling Helps

At Patch Counseling, we use a range of therapeutic approaches to help teens and adults with ADHD:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps reframe negative thinking and build practical coping skills.

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Supports emotional regulation and strengthens relationships.

  • Art Therapy: Allows clients to express their experiences creatively and gain self-awareness.

  • Executive Function Coaching: Builds skills in time management, organization, and task completion.

Building Self-Compassion and Confidence

We believe in fostering self-compassion and confidence in every client. ADHD does not define you, and with the right tools, you can navigate life successfully. Our therapy sessions help you build the resilience and skills you need to thrive.

Get Started Today

If you or a loved one is struggling with ADHD, Patch Counseling is here to help. We offer supportive, effective therapy for teens, parents, and adults in San Diego, Rancho Bernardo, and Poway, CA. We also provide online therapy to meet for adults located in California. 

You can learn more about ADHD here.