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Best ADHD Coaching & Therapy Options Without Medication
Therapy Options
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association) - connects you with CBT-trained therapists specializing in ADHD
- Psychology Today's therapist finder (psychologytoday.com) - filter specifically for ADHD + CBT specialists
- CBT is the most research-backed non-medication approach
ADHD-Specific Coaching
ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO) - their directory lists certified coaches
- Elaine Taylor-Klaus (ImpactADHD/Sanity School) - highly regarded, especially for parents and adults
- Edge Foundation - coaching specifically for college students
Digital/App-Based Support
- Shimmer - ADHD-specific coaching platform with good structure
- Done - telehealth platform with coaching components
- Inflow - CBT-based app designed specifically for ADHD
Self-Directed Programs Worth Noting
- "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD" by Russell Barkley - considered the gold standard book resource
What to Prioritize
✅ Look for coaches with PCAC or ACCG certification ✅ CBT + coaching combined tends to work better than either alone ✅ Check if your insurance covers ADHD-specialized therapists
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