Holistic Therapy for ADHD

Unmanaged ADHD can completely disrupt a person’s life. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a child or an adult; you deserve quality care that addresses your needs.

What Is ADHD?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition linked with inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. ADHD typically arises in childhood and continues through adolescence and adulthood; many people with ADHD aren’t diagnosed until adulthood.

ADHD can negatively affect school performance, self-esteem, and social interactions, resulting in difficulties forming friendship bonds and ongoing behavioral problems. Early diagnosis and intervention can make a significant impact on your child’s learning and emotional well-being.

ADHD is also associated with a variety of co-occurring mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders, learning disorders, sleep disorders, and substance abuse.

What Are the Symptoms of ADHD?

Every person with ADHD experiences symptoms differently. ADHD symptoms fall within three categories: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Inattention

Poor executive function
Disorganization
Difficulty listening
Avoiding mentally demanding tasks
Losing necessary items
Losing focus before completing a task

Hyperactivity

Fidgeting
Constant movement
Excessive talking
Difficulty remaining quiet during tasks

Impulsivity

Making fast decisions
Risk-taking behavior
Interrupting
Constant motion

Who Can Diagnose ADHD?

Because it can occur along with other conditions, it’s essential to have an experienced mental health provider perform an ADHD assessment for you or your child. We perform a comprehensive evaluation using evidence-based assessment tools to diagnose ADHD and any co-occurring conditions accurately.

Using DSM-5 Criteria

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), is the diagnostic standard for ADHD. According to DSM-5, to be diagnosed with ADHD, you must have:

6 or more inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity symptoms (for people up to age 16)
5 or more inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity symptoms (for people 17 and older)

Gathering Information

We want to understand the patient as a person, so we’ll ask those around them questions about their symptoms and potential problems. We’ll also talk to the patient to understand their experience with their symptoms and their severity.

Typical questions can include:

Do you (or your child) have trouble finishing tasks?
Does ADHD run in the family?
Do you (or your child) fidget when having to sit still for long periods?
Are you (or your child) easily distracted?

Requesting a Physical Exam

As part of our holistic therapy assessment, we may ask the patient to have a physical exam to determine that there are no physical reasons causing symptoms.

Our Holistic Therapy ADHD Treatment Methods

We work with patients and families to design personalized medication-free treatment plans to address ADHD using a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach.

Your personalized treatment plan may include:

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“Dr. Abbey saved our family. This might sound like hyperbole, but it is true. At 5 years, my son was almost non-verbal, and diagnosed by Stanford as being on the Autistic spectrum, and rated 9/10 on the ADHD scale. No private school would take him. A Doctor at the CHADD conference recommended Dr. Abbey to us, and when he did a brain map, it turned out our son had Auditory Processing disorder. A tutor had almost given up on him being able to learn reading through phonics. Just a few Neurofeedback sessions later, my son started blending sounds, and started reading very soon. Almost a year of Neurofeedback sessions later, my son's hyperactivity had almost ceased. He could play and work at school without disrupting the class, and is doing so much better than I could have hoped. Both sets of Grandparents were amazed by the transformation. Dr. Abbey and Rachael Little are our saviors. My daughter also went through the same treatment and we saw great results. The people at the Abbey Clinic are like our family.”

Tina Y.

How Long Before You See Results from Natural ADHD Treatments?

Before we answer this question, it’s important to note that each patient’s healing journey is different. Results will depend on the type of treatment. For example, executive functioning therapy can take six months to a year to complete, while psychotherapy can last any duration.

Are Natural ADHD Treatments Covered by Insurance?

Natural ADHD treatments can be covered by insurance; however, it will depend on the type of insurance and plan you have. It will also depend on the treatment; some may be covered while others are not.

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Neuropsychological assessments are an invaluable diagnostic tool for psychiatric, developmental, and neurocognitive conditions like ADHD, depression, autism, and dementia.

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