- Does your child have difficulty staying on task?
- Do they have problems staying organized?
- Is he or she having problems at school staying in their seat or do they excessively fidget, tap, or talk?
- Are they Impulsive?
- Do they have difficulty delaying gratification
Your child can learn to reach their potential
Kids want to succeed. ADHD gets in their way as it takes away from their cognitive abilities and success. ADHD therapy teaches your child how to change their environment to work for them. He/she will learn how to identify signs of struggling and what to do to get back on track quickly. It takes a skilled therapist to understand if your child’s symptoms are from ADHD or some other issue like depression, anxiety, or something else. Our therapists are trained to recognize the differences and go through continuing education to use the latest techniques in treating ADHD.
Our counselors know how to help.
Contact us if you want to learn what your child is trying to communicate and find peace in your home again. Our highly skilled and trained therapists will listen and help you understand what your child needs to get back to the kid they once were. We’ll help your son or daughter learn how to identify what they are feeling and express their needs appropriately without the anger that is hurting their relationships.
If you are ready to learn how we can help your child learn skills to manage their attention and conentration, call Psych Associates at 417-414-0333 or schedule your appointment online.
ADHD treatment can help your child.
ADHD therapy in Springfield, MO involves professional counseling focused on helping kids and teens with symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity (e.g. difficulty staying on task, fidgeting, interrupting). At Psych Associates Springfield, therapists work to teach strategies for attention management, organization, emotional regulation, and recognizing warning signs of struggle.
In Springfield, ADHD therapy often includes behavior modification, skill-building in executive functions (planning, organizing, task completion), coping strategies, parental training to support behavior at home, and developing environments that help the child succeed (school accommodations, routines). Therapists are trained to differentiate ADHD symptoms from anxiety, depression, or learning differences.
Common signs include: difficulty focusing or sustaining attention in class, frequent forgetfulness or losing things, excessive fidgeting or talking, trouble waiting their turn, difficulty staying seated, impulsive answers, or problems with organization or following through with tasks. If these behaviors are interfering with school performance, social relationships, or home life for more than six months, therapy could help.
Yes. Many clients begin with an ADHD evaluation or testing to clarify the diagnosis and assess co-occurring factors (like learning disabilities or mood disorders). Therapy often complements medication or psychiatric support when needed. Psych Associates providers are experienced in coordinating therapy with your pediatrician or psychiatrist offering ADHD medication management.