What is Integrative Psychotherapy for ADHD, and how can it help me?

Integrative psychotherapy means your therapist pulls from different types of therapy to create a treatment that’s tailored just for you. It’s especially helpful for ADHD because ADHD affects many parts of your life—like focus, motivation, time management, emotions, and self-esteem. No single approach works for everyone, so your therapist uses the best tools from several methods to support you in a way that fits your unique brain and lifestyle.

What can you expect from therapy like this?

In this kind of therapy, you’ll work on things like:

• Understanding ADHD (Psychoeducation)

  • Your therapist helps you make sense of your symptoms, like distractibility, impulsiveness, or feeling overwhelmed. Understanding how ADHD works in your brain can remove shame and confusion—many people feel relieved when things finally make sense. “I’m not lazy—I just have a different way of focusing and managing tasks.”

• Getting Things Done (Behavioral Activation)

  • You’ll learn how to break tasks down into smaller steps and use rewards to build momentum. This helps you start and finish things that feel too big or boring to tackle. “I finally cleaned out that closet by setting a timer and rewarding myself after.”

• Managing Impulses (Impulse Control Strategies)

  • You’ll learn ways to pause before acting on an impulse—whether it’s blurting something out, overspending, or reacting emotionally. These skills help you feel more in control of your choices. “I’ve started pausing before hitting 'buy now' and asking myself if I really need it.”

• Being Kinder to Yourself (Cognitive Restructuring)

  • You’ll explore and reframe the negative self-talk that can come with ADHD—like “I’m a mess” or “I can’t do anything right.” Therapy helps you see your strengths and speak to yourself with more compassion. “I’m not failing—I’m learning how to work with my brain, not against it.”

• Setting Up for Success (Environmental Modifications)

  • Together, you’ll look at ways to make your environment less distracting and more supportive—like creating a focused workspace, using noise-canceling headphones, or building helpful routines. “Once I cleared my desk and turned off notifications, I was able to focus better.”

Integrative psychotherapy for ADHD is custom-built for you. It helps you understand how ADHD works in your life and gives you practical tools to improve focus, manage emotions, complete tasks, and feel more confident. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or just looking for better ways to manage your symptoms, this approach helps you move from frustration to progress—with support every step of the way.