Belleisle
ADHD THERAPY OTTAWA AND GATINEAU
Understanding ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty sustaining one’s attention for necessary tasks.
ADHD symptoms typically manifest in either one of two categories: hyperactivity/impulsivity or inattention.
IF YOU STRUGGLE WITH INATTENTIVE SYMPTOMS YOU MAY:
Frequently lose or misplace your items
Have difficulty maintaining your focus and become distracted easily while attempting to complete your tasks or during conversations
Struggle with organization
Engage in avoidance of tasks that involve a sustained amount of attention
Exhibit frequent forgetfulness while completing daily tasks
Often make careless mistakes at work or school
Frequently interrupt others during conversation
Struggle to stay seated in settings where it may be required to do so, such as a meeting
Engage in fidgeting or otherwise move around a lot when seated
Answer a question before the sentence has been completed
Speak excessively
If ADHD is left untreated, it can negatively impact your daily functioning in the following areas of your life.
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REDUCED SELF-ESTEEM
ADHD symptoms can have a negative impact on one’s relationships, work, and/or school performance. Consequently, this may lead to persistent feelings of low self-esteem and shame.
RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGE
Individuals who do not receive ADHD therapy and counseling often have difficulty maintaining focus during conversations and may exhibit impatience as a result, which can have a negative impact on their interpersonal relationships.
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SCHOOL OR WORK PERFORMANCE
If ADHD is left untreated for children or teens it can lead to difficulty retaining information, completing homework, and maintaining focus in class. If ADHD is left untreated for adults it can impact their ability to complete necessary tasks and lead to difficulty sustaining employment.
ADHD Therapy Services Offered at Belleisle Clinic
ADHD Assessment. During the initial stages of your ADHD counseling services in Ottawa, your ADHD therapist will conduct a thorough assessment in order to determine whether you meet the criteria for an ADHD diagnosis and whether there are any other conditions that may be impacting your symptoms.
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ADHD Therapy Treatment. ADHD symptoms may vary in presentation for each individual and as such, we recognize the importance of creating a treatment plan that is suitable for your unique needs.
We utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, among others, for ADHD to assist clients with implementing practical strategies to improve their time management and organizational skills.
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Collaboration or Referrals for additional resources. During your ADHD cognitive-behavioral therapy treatment if your therapist determines that receiving accommodations at work or school would be beneficial for you or that a supplemental approach such as medication management may benefit you, they will get you connected to the right referrals and resources.
Why Choose Us for ADHD Therapy in Ottawa
Expert
Care
A neuropsychological assessment takes place over several days and includes the following: an initial interview to understand the reasons for the consultation, testing and scoring interpretation, and writing of an evaluation report. The content of the report is then submitted and explained to the client during a final meeting.
Professional Guidance that Gets You Results
The neuropsychological assessment does not require any preparation. The neuropsychologist may ask you to bring certain documents such as school report cards or previous evaluation reports with you to the appointment.
Comprehensive Care
The neuropsychological assessment does not require any preparation. The neuropsychologist may ask you to bring certain documents such as school report cards or previous evaluation reports with you to the appointment.
Advice and Strategies from our Ottawa ADHD Psychologists
Focus on the basics. In addition to ADHD therapy and counseling, getting regular exercise, enough sleep, and eating a balanced diet can help improve your focus since any deficits in these areas can exacerbate ADHD symptoms.
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Give Yourself Rewards. Getting started on a task that you want to avoid is half the battle, the next step is maintaining your momentum by increasing your incentive to follow through. Write down a list of realistic and accessible rewards such as: grabbing your favorite snack or calling a friend. Once you have completed a task, you can access one of the rewards.
Break down tasks. ADHD symptoms can feel overwhelming, particularly when you have a lot on your plate and don’t know where to start. Breaking down your tasks into manageable and realistic steps with your ADHD therapist can reduce feelings of overwhelm and help build confidence as you complete each step.
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Minimize distractions. Keeping the area where you complete your work or school tasks free of clutter and minimal noise will set you up for success. Additionally, if you have a tendency to scroll social media or particular websites on your phone or computer, there are apps and websites that can limit your ability to access certain websites or social media platforms for a certain period of time while you complete your tasks.