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Do you mean for an adult or for a child/teen? That changes which approaches and providers I’d prioritize. Below are evidence‑based non‑medication options and specific places to look, plus quick tips for choosing a good coach or therapist.
What works (brief)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tailored for ADHD — best studied for adults; targets time management, procrastination, thinking patterns and problem solving.
- ADHD coaching / executive‑function coaching — practical, skills‑and-accountability focused: planning, routines, prioritizing. Good for real‑time habit change.
- Behavioral parent training — first‑line non‑med option for young children with ADHD symptoms (teaches consistent structure and reinforcement).
- Skills training (organization, study skills), occupational therapy (children with sensory/executive issues), and mindfulness/acceptance approaches — useful adjuncts.
Specific services/places to try (and why)
- Inflow (inflowhealth.com) — online ADHD clinic offering both ADHD‑focused coaching and therapy programs; marketed specifically for non‑med supports and ADHD skill work. Good if you want a structured, remote option.
- ADHD Coaches Organization (ADHDCOACHES.org) — directory of credentialed ADHD coaches so you can find coaches trained in ADHD‑specific methods. Useful for vetting coach qualifications.
- ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA) — major coach training program; their directory can help you find coaches trained in evidence‑based ADHD coaching.
- CHADD (chadd.org) and ADDA (add.org) — national nonprofit resource hubs with provider directories, local support groups, and vetted information about non‑med treatments. Good starting points for local options and education.
- Psychology Today therapist directory — filter for “ADHD” or “adult ADHD” to find CBT therapists who list ADHD specialization; good for finding local or teletherapy clinicians.
- BetterHelp / Talkspace — general teletherapy platforms where you can request therapists with ADHD experience; useful if you need fast access and don’t require an ADHD‑specialist clinic.
- ADDitude magazine (additudemag.com) — resource hub with recommended programs, therapist/coaching lists and practical skills guides.
How to choose a coach or therapist
- For therapy: look for CBT experience with ADHD (ask about “CBT for adult ADHD” or experience with executive‑function work). Therapists with training in ADHD, CBT, or clinical psychology often provide the best outcomes.
- For coaching: prefer coaches who list ADHD training/certification (e.g., trained through ADDCA or listed with the ADHD Coaches Organization) and who use measurable goal systems and accountability.
- Ask candidates: What experience do you have with ADHD? What are typical goals and session structure? How will we measure progress? Do you offer a free consult or trial session?
- Practical: check cost/insurance coverage, frequency (weekly is common to start), and whether you want in‑person vs. telehealth.
If you tell me whether this is for an adult or a child, your location (or if you prefer telehealth), and whether you want coaching vs therapy, I can search for 3–5 specific providers or coaches near you (or online) and sample questions to ask them.