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Symptoms of Adhd

For a lot of people, living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be a constant loop of feeling inadequate, always late, and emotionally dysregulated, with the inevitable frustration and self-doubt that follow. Our adhd counselling services in Calgary are designed to help you or your loved one navigate these challenges, develop practical skills, and rebuild confidence at home, school, and work.

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ADHD Skills Program for Kids

The ADHD Skills Program for Kids is a safe and illustrated environment where children can learn to manage their ADHD symptoms effectively. Each of the ten sessions is thoughtfully designed to build on the important skills learned in previous sessions, providing children with tools to strengthen their self-esteem and emotional regulation.

Kids Program Session Topics:

Session 1: Intake

This is an introductory session for the program, during which we will collect information on the child's ADHD diagnosis, symptoms, and management plan.

Session 2: Understanding ADHD

They will learn about ADHD, how ADHD affects them, and address how they feel about their diagnosis.

Session 3: Parent Understanding and Involvement

Involving parents to understand ADHD, giving them the tools and educational materials to maintain support of their child in the program.

Session 4: Emotional Regulation

A session designed to teach children tools for managing intense feelings, recognizing triggers that may have led to a response, and learning how to express their feelings with "I" statements.

Session 5: Attention, Focus, and Managing Your Time

Focusing on how to manage their time, plan for tasks, and take scheduled, planned breaks.

Session 6: Organization, Planning, and Building Good Habits

Developing strategies to address procrastination using efficient organizational strategy and habits.

Session 7: Family Session

Reflect on how the program is going for the child and family, and encourage celebrating improvements and behavioural changes, big or small.

Session 8: Self-Control and Impulses

Learning strategies to improve decision-making and control impulsiveness.

Session 9: Social Skills

Creating positive social interactions and strategies for communicating to build friendships and social outcomes.

Session 10: Review

Review gains in the program and discuss the future development of skills learned.

ADHD Skills Program for Adults

The Adult ADHD Skills Program is dedicated to helping participants overcome the various daily challenges associated with adult ADHD. The program offers participants an opportunity to explore real-life strategies that build self-management and interpersonal skills, guiding them toward a more organized and fulfilling life.

Adult Program Session Topics:

Session 1: Intake

Participants discuss their ADHD-related experiences, symptoms, and hopes, and are presented with a summary of the program's contents.

Session 2: Understanding ADHD

This session expands participants’ understanding of the mind, and actions connected to ADHD, as well as the supportive presence of partners.

Session 3: ADHD and CBT

At this session, participants learn to interact with cognitive-behavioural strategies that challenge negative thoughts and beliefs related to living with ADHD.

Session 4: Emotional Regulation

Clients will be given a selection of tools and support to help them discover and manage big feelings through mindfulness.

Session 5: Attention, Focus, and Time Management

This session presents techniques for attention regulation, staying focused, and effective time management.

Session 6: Organization, Planning, and Creating New Habits

This session emphasizes the importance of completing tasks and making plans, while also focusing on establishing positive habits.

Session 7: Mental Flexibility

Participants will learn to transition between tasks and adapt to environmental changes.

Session 8: Self-Control and Impulsivity

This session offers a method for making informed decisions and managing impulsivity.

Session 9: Social Skills

Individuals will practice successfully communicating, expressing empathy, and applying the strategies learned to improve their social skills.

Session 10: Review

Participants will review their experiences in the program, assess whether the tools they gained were effective, and discuss ideas for continued growth even after the program concludes.

Importance of ADHD Counselling Services in Calgary

ADHD counselling offers essential support for children, teens, and adults to improve their daily lives, build confidence, and reduce the challenges caused by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.  At our Calgary counselling center, we understand the challenges that ADHD can bring, from performance at work or in school to struggles to make friends or maintain healthy relationships. Our counselling services help clients develop essential communication and organizational skills, as well as practical strategies for recognizing behaviours and implementing coping skills to enhance their work and school performance, and foster stronger relationships with friends and family. 

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Benefits of ADHD Support for Children and Adults

Through behavioural therapy for ADHD, cognitive behavioural therapy for ADHD, and skilled programs for adults and children, individuals experience a greater sense of control and change daily struggles into opportunities for growth and resilience. Adhd treatment helps to build lifelong skills that enhance focus, organization, and emotional well-being.

Emotional and Mental Well-Being

Receive support and coping tools to help reduce feelings of frustration and stress, and to gain confidence to self-regulate and control impulses.

Focus, Organization, and Productivity

Gain skills and techniques needed for time management and organization that help complete tasks and achieve goals at home, school or at work.

Building Connection

Adhd therapists connect families using empathy and understanding through a shared learning experience for managing ADHD.

Communication and Relationships

Acquire essential communication skills that foster stronger personal and professional relationships.

Family and Support Systems

Adhd counselling encourages parents and teachers to work together to support the child. Parents receive resources and tools to help support their child's development.

Long-Term Growth and Confidence

Personalized ADHD treatment improves everyday life through building confidence and self-advocacy, acquired coping skills that help manage symptoms and maintain supports.

Who We Help

ADHD Treatment and Management

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For Kids (Ages 3-12)

Young children who struggle with attention, impulsivity, and emotional regulation develop organizational and emotional regulation skills that improve focus, manage emotional outbursts, and enhance problem-solving. While parents receive the support and training materials they need to ensure continued progress at home.

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For Teens (Ages 13-17)

Teenagers with ADHD can struggle with executive function, managing academic pressure, staying organized, maintaining friendships, and recognizing social cues, which can lead to social isolation. ADHD therapy helps teens gain confidence, improve their relationships and school performance through the skill-building programs, counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy for adhd.

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Adults (18+)

Guiding adults to greater clarity in themselves, confidence and control through cognitive behavioural therapy for ADHD and practical strategies for recognizing and managing ADHD symptoms.

What Our Program Looks Like

We offer two ADHD skills programs, one for children and one for adults, which provide comprehensive, structured sessions designed to educate participants and help them develop the tools necessary to manage their symptoms. The programs utilize evidence-based concepts commonly used in skills-building, emotion regulation, and family support pathways to improve quality of life.

 

Get Personalized Support With Effective Strategies for Managing ADHD

Whether you are a parent looking for ADHD counselling near me for support for your child, or as an adult who finds themselves facing ADHD-related challenges, we’re here to help. Reach out for the best ADHD therapist in Calgary and receive compassionate guidance today!

Our Approach & Therapies

Psychoeducational Sessions

Psychoeducation sessions offer clients and families a fundamental understanding of ADHD that will help them understand the disorder and its effects. Clients and their families can understand how ADHD affects the brain, emotions, and behaviours. Clients and their families replace self-blame with self-awareness, leading to increased confidence in engaging with difficulties.

Behavioural Therapy

Behavioural therapy for ADHD near me aims to change specific behaviours that disrupt daily functioning. Using structured interventions and positive reinforcement, our therapists help clients adopt new habits and coping strategies to enhance their chances of success in both personal and professional life.

Family Involvement

Including family members in the therapeutic process is crucial to creating a supportive environment for those living with ADHD. Our programs facilitate open and collaborative communication among family members, strengthening relationships and providing effective support for individuals with ADHD.

Strengths-Based Care

All clients are unique, with their own strengths, creativity, and potential. By using a strengths-oriented, trauma-informed approach, we help clients view ADHD through compassionate, empowering lenses, shifting the focus to solutions that support their well-being. This approach enables clients to rebuild their confidence and fosters a tangible, meaningful engagement with personal growth.

Trauma-Informed Care

We understand that a lot of clients with ADHD might have been living with criticism, shame, or misunderstanding throughout their lives. Our therapists will create a safe, nurturing space where clients can reflect on the past, access healing, feel seen, heard, and supported in their journey toward healing, and achieve their long-term goals.
Why Choose Us in Calgary

Qualified Therapists

Our team comprises registered psychologists and therapists who are trained in the assessment and treatment of ADHD. They are experienced and trained to navigate the complexity of ADHD while aiming to provide you with the best care and support possible.

Child and Adult Specialties

We provide tailored ADHD assessments and support for children and adults, ensuring that everyone who comes to us receives care specifically tailored to their needs. Our programs are designed to address challenges specific to the age group.

Practical Application of Skills

We don't just talk about skills... We help you actually use them to work through real pain, taking you step-by-step through challenging situations, such as finally finishing a project that was a mess or having the family discussion you've been avoiding. Both help build trust and achieve measurable success.

Convenient Booking

We offer flexible, convenient booking to make healthcare fit your schedule. Our easy booking system lets you book appointments and receive support when you need it, without stress or discomfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

ADHD therapy and counselling assist children, teens, and adults in understanding their symptoms, regulating focus, and developing emotional regulation skills. Our therapists who work with children, teens, or adults with ADHD use behaviour therapy and cognitive-behaviour therapy for ADHD to increase self-confidence and functioning in daily life. 

While a formal, diagnostic ADHD evaluation is helpful, a formal diagnosis is not always required to begin ADHD therapy and counselling. Our registered psychologists can conduct a comprehensive assessment to determine if a formal diagnosis of ADHD is appropriate, as well as help you develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your individual needs/symptoms.

The ADHD Skills Program is a structured program offered in 10-week, 50-minute sessions. This is a structured approach that allows time to assess, discuss, and implement strategies for effectively managing ADHD symptoms and related behaviours. The length of the program can also be designed to meet individual progress or needs.

Yes. We value family members attending sessions to create a mechanism of communication, support, and understanding during the ADHD therapy process. By bringing your partner or child, we can work together as a team to manage ADHD and maximize the consistency and support of the strategies we develop.

You will have a robust set of actionable strategies for ADHD management on an ongoing basis. We also provide continuing support through follow-up sessions to monitor progress on therapy goals and, if necessary, make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan to support long-term success in managing your ADHD.

Yes. Adult ADHD counselling can help improve attention, time management, impulse control, and emotional regulation so that adults can be successful at work, at home, and in relationships.