ADHD Therapy
and Counseling Services
Providing In-Person & Online ADHD Therapy in New York
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What is ADHD?
Imagine your brain like a TV with multiple channels. For people with ADHD, the channels might switch quickly, making it hard to focus on one thing for long, or they might get stuck daydreaming on one show for extended periods. Everyone experiences ADHD differently. It’s like having a remote that keeps changing the station—some people feel super energetic and struggle to concentrate, while others daydream a lot and find it challenging to keep track of what they’re doing. ADHD manifests uniquely for everyone.
Living with ADHD can be challenging to say the least.
You might:
Start multiple projects but struggle to finish them.
Hyperfocus on one task, lose track of time and miss other important responsibilities.
Easily get distracted, leading to a chaotic workspace or home environment.
Forget important deadlines or appointments, despite having reminders.
Interrupt others or blurt out thoughts without meaning to.
Feel overwhelmed by long to-do lists and find it hard to prioritize tasks.
Experience sudden bursts of creativity or energy, followed by periods of exhaustion. -
Our Approach
Effective ADHD therapy often involves a combination of treatments tailored to the individual’s needs. Together, these treatments create a comprehensive approach to managing ADHD effectively.
Psychoeducation
Feeling overwhelmed by your ADHD symptoms? Psychoeducation offers a powerful solution. By delving into how ADHD impacts your brain, behavior, and daily life, you gain essential insights that illuminate your path forward. For instance, a 2022 review of ten studies with 943 participants found that psychoeducational interventions significantly improved social skills in those with ADHD.
Psychoeducation aims to enhance symptom awareness, actively involve you in your treatment, and equip you with effective coping strategies. This deeper understanding not only helps you make sense of your experiences but also arms you with practical tools to overcome any obstacles. You’ll regain control and confidently navigate life.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Are you struggling with negative thoughts and feelings that are holding you back? CBT helps you identify and challenge these thought patterns and replace them with more beneficial ones. For instance, if you often think, “I’ll never get this done,” CBT guides you to reframe that thought to, “I can break this task into smaller steps and tackle it one by one.” This shift reduces anxiety and boosts your confidence and productivity. A 2022 study also reveals that CBT effectively reduces inattention symptoms and improves mindfulness – grounding you in the here and now.
Behavioral Coaching
Behavioral coaching teaches you actionable strategies to tackle common ADHD symptoms like procrastination. For instance, a mental health therapist can help you design a customized schedule with clear, achievable goals and consistent check-ins. This structured support keeps you accountable and fosters habit development that drives overall success. A 2020 study revealed that an 8-week coaching program significantly improved self-efficacy, organizational skills, and academic performance. The client resumed and completed her graduate studies, showcasing how individual coaching can deliver profound and lasting change.
Stress Management
Stress and ADHD are deeply interconnected. A 2024 systematic review revealed that ADHD not only heightens stress but also that stress can worsen ADHD symptoms. So, if you’re overwhelmed by balancing numerous responsibilities and deadlines, incorporating stress management techniques like mindfulness and relaxation exercises into your daily routine can offer relief. These practices help you cultivate a more present, peaceful life, making a real difference in your well-being.
Medication
When it comes to ADHD management, medication can be an option if therapy alone isn’t delivering the results you need. It can serve as a supplementary tool rather than a primary solution. For example, you and your therapist will first focus on foundational approaches, such as psychoeducation and cognitive behavioral therapy, to address your symptoms holistically.
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What to Expect
Ongoing support. Compassion. Empathy. A dedicated partner in your journey towards success. At Looking Glass Psychology, we offer more than just therapy; we provide tools to enhance every facet of your life. From your first free consultation to every session that follows, you’ll have someone who listens, understands, and supports you.
Book your FREE ten minute consultation with us by browsing our library therapists for ADHD, text or call our main office line, (646) 760-3399, emailing us, or scheduling a FREE call with our intake coordinator.
From Overwhelm to In-Control: The Real Benefits of ADHD Therapy
Therapy offers a personalized, one-on-one space where you can safely explore and address specific challenges like difficulty focusing, managing time, and organizing tasks. This stable, empathetic support provides practical tools and strategies, such as creating effective to-do lists and developing mindfulness techniques. With therapy, you’ll feel genuinely understood and experience real progress, like feeling more in control of your daily life.
Learn about types of ADHD, understand the signs and symptoms of ADHD, learn about being an adult with ADHD, and how treatment can help you manage ADHD.
Unlock transformative support with an ADHD therapist who provides you with essential tools and strategies to:
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Gain self-acceptance
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Understand your strengths
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Turn concrete goals into action
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Maintain focus and motivation
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Manage time effectively
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Reduce feelings of overwhelm and frustration
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Improve organizational skills
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Enhance your relationships and communication skills
With expert guidance, you’ll learn to manage your symptoms, gain greater control over your life, and set yourself up for success today and in the future.
Common Questions About ADHD Therapy in NYC
Ongoing support. Compassion. Empathy. A dedicated partner in your journey towards success. At Looking Glass Psychology, we offer more than just therapy; we provide tools to enhance every facet of your life. From your first free consultation to every session that follows, you’ll have someone who listens, understands, and supports you.
Book your FREE ten minute consultation with us by browsing our library therapists for ADHD, text or call our main office line, (646) 760-3399, emailing us, or scheduling a FREE call with our intake coordinator.
Unlike general therapy, ADHD therapies zero in on your specific hurdles and provide targeted strategies for managing time, staying organized, and enhancing focus. You tackle your symptoms head-on, making each day easier and more manageable. Whether creating effective routines or breaking tasks into achievable steps, you learn reliable skills for present and future success.
ADHD often comes with additional challenges like anxiety and depression. In your sessions, we’ll take a holistic approach to address these interconnected challenges. Therapy is more than just a support system; it’s a process that leads to a more fulfilling life.
ADHD therapy sessions at Looking Glass Psychology generally range from $210 to $325 per individual session, depending on the therapist’s training and experience. Each of our NYC therapists lists their exact rate on their bio page, so you can choose a clinician who fits your budget. We also offer a free 10-minute consultation before you book. Full ADHD evaluations are priced separately on our Assessments page.
Most of our clinicians are out-of-network, with select therapists in-network with Northwell Direct. If you have a PPO or out-of-network benefits, you’ll pay upfront and we’ll provide a superbill (an itemized receipt with diagnosis and procedure codes) to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Many clients receive 50 to 80 percent back per session once their deductible is met. Call your insurance to confirm your out-of-network outpatient mental health benefits, or reach our intake team at (646) 760-3399 for help.
Yes. Our team of licensed psychologists provides comprehensive ADHD evaluations for diagnostic clarity, school or workplace accommodations, or to distinguish ADHD from anxiety, learning differences, or other concerns. The process includes a clinical interview, gold-standard standardized testing, a 30-minute feedback session, and a detailed written report. We offer a Diagnostic Assessment for $2,500 and a Comprehensive Neuropsychological Battery for $5,500. Learn more on our ADHD, Autism & Learning Disability Testing page.
No. Our clinicians are psychologists and licensed mental health counselors, not psychiatrists, so we don’t prescribe medication. Psychiatrists (MD or DO) prescribe and manage ADHD medications, while psychologists and counselors provide therapy, coaching, and (for psychologists) testing and diagnosis. At Looking Glass, we use evidence-based approaches like CBT, behavioral coaching, and psychoeducation. If medication becomes useful for your treatment plan, your therapist can help you coordinate a referral to an outside psychiatrist, and many of our clients work with us alongside one.
Yes. We work with adults, college students, teenagers, and children at every stage of life with ADHD. Adults often focus on workplace focus, time management, and relationships. College students work on executive functioning, study systems, and deadline management. Teens build skills around homework, organization, and school accommodations. Children work on focus, impulse control, and family-based strategies. When you book a free consultation, we’ll match you with a therapist experienced with your age group.
Yes. Research consistently shows that online therapy is as effective as in-person therapy for ADHD, especially when using evidence-based methods like CBT and behavioral coaching. For many clients, virtual sessions are actually more sustainable, since they remove the commute, waiting room, and other barriers that ADHD can make harder to manage. We offer both in-person sessions at our Midtown Manhattan office (a few blocks from Grand Central) and secure virtual sessions across New York State, so you can choose what works best or mix the two.
Most clients notice meaningful change within 8 to 12 weeks of consistent weekly sessions, though the timeline varies. The first month focuses on building rapport and psychoeducation, and many clients describe immediate relief from finally understanding their brain. Weeks four through twelve are where you’ll see measurable improvements as you implement concrete strategies like time-blocking, task breakdowns, and CBT tools. After three to six months, those skills become habits, and sessions can often shift to a longer cadence as you maintain progress independently.
ADHD and anxiety often look similar and frequently coexist, which makes self-diagnosis tricky. ADHD typically involves trouble sustaining attention regardless of stress level, difficulty starting tasks you want to do, forgetfulness, time blindness, and symptoms present since childhood. Anxiety typically involves concentration problems that worsen with stress, racing thoughts that are specifically fearful in content, physical symptoms like muscle tension, and avoidance driven by fear. The most reliable way to know is a professional evaluation. If you’re unsure which direction to go, our intake team can help you decide whether therapy, an ADHD evaluation, or both makes sense. Book a free consult to talk it through.
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