Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects focus, impulse control, organization, and emotional regulation. People with ADHD may struggle with attention, restlessness, forgetfulness, or difficulty completing tasks, which can impact school, work, and relationships. ADHD is one form of neurodivergence—a term that recognizes and respects natural variations in how people think, process information, and experience the world. Neurodivergent individuals may have unique strengths, such as creativity, innovation, and high energy, but they often face challenges in environments that are not designed to support different ways of thinking and functioning.

Mental health therapy can play an important role in helping neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, better understand themselves and develop tools to navigate life more effectively. Therapists can work with clients to improve executive functioning skills like time management, planning, and emotional regulation. Approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and strengths-based counseling can help reduce shame, improve self-esteem, and build adaptive coping strategies. Therapy also offers a validating space to explore the impact of social expectations and internalized stigma. For children, play therapy can be especially helpful in expressing emotions, building self-regulation skills, and strengthening communication in a developmentally appropriate way. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is another effective approach that supports caregivers in managing behaviors, improving attachment, and fostering more positive parent-child relationships. For many neurodivergent individuals, mental health counseling is not about "fixing" who they are, but about supporting self-acceptance, managing challenges, and creating a life that aligns with their unique strengths and needs.