Psychotherapy for ADHD
Huntington, NY
You’re Not Too Much. You’re Misunderstood.
Do you ever feel like people just… don’t get you?
You try really hard all the time. You think about what you're going to say, you plan it out… but somehow it never lands the way you want it to. It feels like you’re either trying way too hard… or not enough. There’s no in-between.
Maybe your brain is going a mile a minute because of ADHD, and your anxiety is right there with it. Maybe friendships feel confusing, exhausting, or just off. And then on top of it, you start feeling kind of… crappy about yourself, even though you can’t totally explain why.
A lot of girls I work with feel this exact way!
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They Struggle with friendships.
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Feel overwhelmed at school.
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Wonder, “What is wrong with me?”
And the most frustrating part?
Everyone keeps saying, “You’re so smart. You have so much potential.”
But if that’s true… why does it feel like you don’t?
And if you’re a parent reading this, you might see your daughter trying so hard while quietly falling apart behind the scenes. It’s confusing and heartbreaking, especially when you know how capable she is, but nothing seems to click right now. You've tried reading the books, listening to podcast, for goodness sake, you've even tried asking ChatGPT but nothing is helping! She needs help, so here you are!
Psychotherapy for ADHD on Long Island
You do not need to be fixed. You need to be understood.
This is so much more than therapy. This is a place where you get to be fully yourself with zero judgment. You don’t have to mask, pretend, or worry about being “too much.” I’ll help you understand how your ADHD brain works, why certain things feel hard, and how to find strategies that actually fit you.
Girls with ADHD are often incredibly bright, imaginative, energetic, and full of ideas. Together, we use those strengths to help you feel more confident, manage stress, handle friendships, and move through life in a way that feels authentic and doable.
I’ve worked with many girls who came in feeling stuck and worn down, and watched them grow into confident young women who trust themselves and feel proud of who they are.
And for parents reading this: your daughter may not need to change who she is. She may simply need someone who understands her and knows how to help her shine.
How She May Change
Girls often leave feeling:
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More confident in who they are
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Less anxious
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Better able to handle conflict and rejection
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Stronger socially and emotionally
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More comfortable using their voice
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Less dependent on approval from others
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Proud of their differences instead of ashamed of them
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Able to stand up for themselves
The Kind of Support I Provide
I use gold standard, effective therapy approaches that help teen girls with ADHD feel more confident, capable, and understood.
Social Skills Support
Learn how to make and keep friendships, handle social stress, read situations more clearly, and feel more confident being yourself.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Change unhelpful thought patterns so anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm no longer run the show.
Psychoeducation
Understand how your ADHD brain works so you can stop blaming yourself and start using your strengths to your advantage.
Self-Advocacy Skills
Learn how to speak up for what you need, set boundaries, ask for help, and feel more empowered in school and everyday life.
Mindfulness and Coping Tools
Calm racing thoughts, manage big emotions, and feel more grounded when school, friendships, or life feel stressful.
Parent Support
When parents understand what is really going on, things often begin to feel easier at home.
School Collaboration When Needed
Once I get to know your daughter, I can communicate with schools around accommodations and support so she has what she needs to succeed.
Reach out today to schedule a 20 minute virtual conversation and see if I'm the right therapist for you!
