ADHD Therapists in Boca Raton, FL
Dr. Jeremy Grunfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, Ph D, LMFT, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33433
I am a Certified DBT Therapist, Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
The hardest part is over. You have made the first step to resolving the problem. With 25 years of experience in the field, I pride myself on working with people who have not achieved desired results in previous therapy experiences. My demeanor is very calming, and I work hard to help people overcome the obstacles that are keeping them from reaching their fullest potential. I have extensive experience helping children, adolescents, and adults who are not feeling satisfied with their lives. Additionally, I have a team of professionals who offer psychological/psychoeducational evaluations, counseling, and ABA Therapy.
I am a Certified DBT Therapist, Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
The hardest part is over. You have made the first step to resolving the problem. With 25 years of experience in the field, I pride myself on working with people who have not achieved desired results in previous therapy experiences. My demeanor is very calming, and I work hard to help people overcome the obstacles that are keeping them from reaching their fullest potential. I have extensive experience helping children, adolescents, and adults who are not feeling satisfied with their lives. Additionally, I have a team of professionals who offer psychological/psychoeducational evaluations, counseling, and ABA Therapy.
Paul Modesto
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33487
Paul Modesto is a Licensed Psychologist and a Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Modesto is also a certified Reality Therapist and Parent Effectiveness Training instructor. His areas of expertise include the treatment of anxiety and depression, phobias, stress management, anger management, weight management, marital couple counseling, ADHD, and management of OCD. Dr. Modesto conducts psychological-diagnostic evaluations of I.Q., academic difficulties, ADHD, and for Social Security Disabilities and Emotional Support Animals.
Paul Modesto is a Licensed Psychologist and a Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Modesto is also a certified Reality Therapist and Parent Effectiveness Training instructor. His areas of expertise include the treatment of anxiety and depression, phobias, stress management, anger management, weight management, marital couple counseling, ADHD, and management of OCD. Dr. Modesto conducts psychological-diagnostic evaluations of I.Q., academic difficulties, ADHD, and for Social Security Disabilities and Emotional Support Animals.
Oren R Schwartz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33433 (Online Only)
My clinical focuses are psychological and psychoeducational assessment in school and clinical settings for intellectual disabilities, gifted status, learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional and personality disturbances, and adaptive functioning deficits. I provide individual, family, and couples therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, sexual confusion, social skills deficits, behavior/school problems, and trauma.
My clinical focuses are psychological and psychoeducational assessment in school and clinical settings for intellectual disabilities, gifted status, learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional and personality disturbances, and adaptive functioning deficits. I provide individual, family, and couples therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, sexual confusion, social skills deficits, behavior/school problems, and trauma.
Shoshana Abitbol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33433
I specialize in depression, anxiety, interpersonal and family issues, and adult ADHD.
Do you feel overwhelmed, alone, down, or misunderstood? Maybe you feel like you don’t even understand yourself. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to who won’t judge you and will be helpful already? I am here to help you get out of those feelings to build toward a brighter you. I can guide you through learning and implementing skills to thrive. We will work to develop the skills to have good relationships, do well at work, do well socially, and manage family relationships. It’s time to feel like the amazing individual that you already are.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, interpersonal and family issues, and adult ADHD.
Do you feel overwhelmed, alone, down, or misunderstood? Maybe you feel like you don’t even understand yourself. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to who won’t judge you and will be helpful already? I am here to help you get out of those feelings to build toward a brighter you. I can guide you through learning and implementing skills to thrive. We will work to develop the skills to have good relationships, do well at work, do well socially, and manage family relationships. It’s time to feel like the amazing individual that you already are.
Neuro Connections -Psychological Services.
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33433
Feeling overwhelmed and anxious? Estas ansioso/deprimido y no encuentras solución a sus problemas? Is your anxiety preventing you to have meaningful relationships? Tired of yelling to your child/teen? Cansado de gritarle a tus hijos? I can help you find solutions. I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) psychologist with a specialty in neuropsychology. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults and elderly clients. I also work with developmental disorders such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and a multimodal approach to help my clients.
Feeling overwhelmed and anxious? Estas ansioso/deprimido y no encuentras solución a sus problemas? Is your anxiety preventing you to have meaningful relationships? Tired of yelling to your child/teen? Cansado de gritarle a tus hijos? I can help you find solutions. I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) psychologist with a specialty in neuropsychology. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults and elderly clients. I also work with developmental disorders such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and a multimodal approach to help my clients.
Lauryn Young
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33487
Families seek my services to receive answers to their questions regarding their child's learning and/or behavior. Typical concerns include learning disabilities (i.e., dyslexia), giftedness, intellectual functioning, ADHD, developmental delays, and Autism. My ideal client is one who is looking for a clinician who can diagnose, consult, and collaborate to provide meaningful recommendations and resources to bridge the gap between their child's school, home, and community. Most importantly, my clients are searching for recommendations that are easily understood by school-based teams and appropriate within the school setting.
Families seek my services to receive answers to their questions regarding their child's learning and/or behavior. Typical concerns include learning disabilities (i.e., dyslexia), giftedness, intellectual functioning, ADHD, developmental delays, and Autism. My ideal client is one who is looking for a clinician who can diagnose, consult, and collaborate to provide meaningful recommendations and resources to bridge the gap between their child's school, home, and community. Most importantly, my clients are searching for recommendations that are easily understood by school-based teams and appropriate within the school setting.
Dr. Tania Alaby-Varma • Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431 (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice! As a Licensed Psychologist in FL, NY, MD, TX and PsyPact, I am pleased to offer telehealth services in 40 states across the USA. I provide individual therapy for all ages treating a range of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, trauma, perfectionism, burnout, depression, disordered eating, body image, relationship issues, addictions, grief and loss, and other presentations within the human experience. Being Gottman Method Levels 1 & 2 trained, I have expertise in providing couples therapy. Additionally, I conduct comprehensive ADHD testing, psychoeducational evaluations and personality testing.
Welcome to my practice! As a Licensed Psychologist in FL, NY, MD, TX and PsyPact, I am pleased to offer telehealth services in 40 states across the USA. I provide individual therapy for all ages treating a range of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, trauma, perfectionism, burnout, depression, disordered eating, body image, relationship issues, addictions, grief and loss, and other presentations within the human experience. Being Gottman Method Levels 1 & 2 trained, I have expertise in providing couples therapy. Additionally, I conduct comprehensive ADHD testing, psychoeducational evaluations and personality testing.
Samantha M. Guy
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyS, NCSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33486
I specialize in learning disabilities, gifted assessment, and the assessment of children with ADHD and behavioral problems.
Why is my child having difficulties in school? Why is my child reading below grade level when practice reading at home every night? Why is my toddler not talking yet? What can I do if I feel my child is smart and needs more challenge at school? Why can my child not sit still for more than two minutes or follow direction? If you have found yourself asking these questions about your child, it may be time for you to consider a psychoeducational or psychological evaluation for him/her. A psychoeducational evaluation can help pinpoint why your child may be struggling and assist in determining interventions to help your child succeed.
I specialize in learning disabilities, gifted assessment, and the assessment of children with ADHD and behavioral problems.
Why is my child having difficulties in school? Why is my child reading below grade level when practice reading at home every night? Why is my toddler not talking yet? What can I do if I feel my child is smart and needs more challenge at school? Why can my child not sit still for more than two minutes or follow direction? If you have found yourself asking these questions about your child, it may be time for you to consider a psychoeducational or psychological evaluation for him/her. A psychoeducational evaluation can help pinpoint why your child may be struggling and assist in determining interventions to help your child succeed.
Eric J Nach
Counselor, PhD, MEd, ASDc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33486
WE PROVIDE THE SERVICES, SCHOOLS JUST CAN'T! With a Ph.D. focusing on “Instructional Use of Research-Based Interventions for Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder”, I am a former ESE Department Chairperson and teacher, past and current National Speaker on many topics relating to ASD, ADHD and behaviors. At our “Counseling and Learning Center”, since 2012, my team of Counselors, Coaches and I conduct *College Life Skills, *Individual and Family Counseling, *Therapeutic Social Skills, *Executive Functioning, and *Behavior Modification Programs, Parent Training and much more.
WE PROVIDE THE SERVICES, SCHOOLS JUST CAN'T! With a Ph.D. focusing on “Instructional Use of Research-Based Interventions for Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder”, I am a former ESE Department Chairperson and teacher, past and current National Speaker on many topics relating to ASD, ADHD and behaviors. At our “Counseling and Learning Center”, since 2012, my team of Counselors, Coaches and I conduct *College Life Skills, *Individual and Family Counseling, *Therapeutic Social Skills, *Executive Functioning, and *Behavior Modification Programs, Parent Training and much more.
Amanda Uliasz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431 (Online Only)
I am an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) and provide assessment/treatment to assist with management of ADHD symptoms.
Do you often feel unfulfilled or dissatisfied with various aspects of your life? Are you motivated to make positive changes, resulting in overall improved mental health? If the above resonates with you, psychotherapy may be a great option! The therapeutic process aids by raising self-awareness and building the confidence needed to affect changes in your life, all while providing the emotional support you need.
I am an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) and provide assessment/treatment to assist with management of ADHD symptoms.
Do you often feel unfulfilled or dissatisfied with various aspects of your life? Are you motivated to make positive changes, resulting in overall improved mental health? If the above resonates with you, psychotherapy may be a great option! The therapeutic process aids by raising self-awareness and building the confidence needed to affect changes in your life, all while providing the emotional support you need.
Kelly Griffin
Pre-Licensed Professional, RMHCI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Kelly has worked with clients of all ages (3+) to help navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, health conditions, caregiving, and family systems. She is passionate about helping you structure your goals to find the most effective methods of achieving them.
Kelly has worked with clients of all ages (3+) to help navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, health conditions, caregiving, and family systems. She is passionate about helping you structure your goals to find the most effective methods of achieving them.
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Mary Dobson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, and young adult counseling.
I am a licensed psychotherapist, certified eating disorder specialist, certified school counselor, and certified trauma therapist, with two decades of successes treating individuals, couples, and families. I am also a media subject-expert, author, speaker, and program pioneer, and presently oversee four mental health treatment centers. I bring to the therapy room twenty years of field expertise, lived experience in parenting, mental health, and expert knowledge of navigating school systems, workforces, family systems, and relationships, with confidence, grace, and ease. My clients are my superhero, and my reason.
Our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, and young adult counseling.
I am a licensed psychotherapist, certified eating disorder specialist, certified school counselor, and certified trauma therapist, with two decades of successes treating individuals, couples, and families. I am also a media subject-expert, author, speaker, and program pioneer, and presently oversee four mental health treatment centers. I bring to the therapy room twenty years of field expertise, lived experience in parenting, mental health, and expert knowledge of navigating school systems, workforces, family systems, and relationships, with confidence, grace, and ease. My clients are my superhero, and my reason.
Tara Zuckerman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33434
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Attention Deficit Disorders. I have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of behavior related issues, as well as interventions specific to OCD and related disorders. My therapeutic style is warm, integrative & collaborative. I often use sarcasm & humor to accompany interventions. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults with varying needs.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Attention Deficit Disorders. I have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of behavior related issues, as well as interventions specific to OCD and related disorders. My therapeutic style is warm, integrative & collaborative. I often use sarcasm & humor to accompany interventions. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults with varying needs.
Spectrum Play Therapy
Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Hello and thank you for your interest in Spectrum Play Therapy. I serve children and young adults on and off the Autism Spectrum. I have more than 25 years of experience working with children with various disabilities including, ADHD, anxiety disorders, self-regulation issues, behavioral challenges, socialization difficulties, school adjustment problems, and post traumatic stress disorder. Each child is accepted and treated as an individual while helping them to reach their highest personal potential.
Hello and thank you for your interest in Spectrum Play Therapy. I serve children and young adults on and off the Autism Spectrum. I have more than 25 years of experience working with children with various disabilities including, ADHD, anxiety disorders, self-regulation issues, behavioral challenges, socialization difficulties, school adjustment problems, and post traumatic stress disorder. Each child is accepted and treated as an individual while helping them to reach their highest personal potential.
Maryna V Yudina
BSN, RN, MS, MD(Ukr)
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33487
Maryna transitioned into her current work as a Neurofeedback specialist after seeing the transformative effect it had on her clients suffering from PTSD, ADHD, addictions and depression.
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive technology that improves and fine tunes the physical health of the most important organ in the body-the brain. Under DR. Maryna’s careful guidance a customized treatment plan is crafted to address specific areas of the brain in need of improvement. Our clients come to us from all walks of life, from business executives wanting to optimize their performance to someone seeking help with managing anxiety and stress, addiction or inability to have deep restful sleep. They leave being better communicators, more adapt at facing stressful situations, having clarity in thinking and setting goals.
Maryna transitioned into her current work as a Neurofeedback specialist after seeing the transformative effect it had on her clients suffering from PTSD, ADHD, addictions and depression.
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive technology that improves and fine tunes the physical health of the most important organ in the body-the brain. Under DR. Maryna’s careful guidance a customized treatment plan is crafted to address specific areas of the brain in need of improvement. Our clients come to us from all walks of life, from business executives wanting to optimize their performance to someone seeking help with managing anxiety and stress, addiction or inability to have deep restful sleep. They leave being better communicators, more adapt at facing stressful situations, having clarity in thinking and setting goals.
Cassandre Francois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Do you struggle with believing in yourself and making confident decisions? I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, and Parenting. I will give feedback for you to make proud decisions while learning coping skills and trusting yourself. I will be a guide in your journey using a trauma-informed and gender-affirming methods.
Do you struggle with believing in yourself and making confident decisions? I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, and Parenting. I will give feedback for you to make proud decisions while learning coping skills and trusting yourself. I will be a guide in your journey using a trauma-informed and gender-affirming methods.
Nikki Zamkoff
Pre-Licensed Professional, DO, MA, LP-MHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33427
Dr. Nikki Zamkoff is a psychotherapist practicing in New York, New Jersey, and Florida using Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior therapies. In her clinical work, Nikki helps adults, young adults, and adolescents overcome an array of mental health challenges including depression, OCD, anxiety, and general life transitions. She is particularly skilled in working with clients with ADHD.
Dr. Nikki Zamkoff is a psychotherapist practicing in New York, New Jersey, and Florida using Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior therapies. In her clinical work, Nikki helps adults, young adults, and adolescents overcome an array of mental health challenges including depression, OCD, anxiety, and general life transitions. She is particularly skilled in working with clients with ADHD.
Ellen Kipnis, LCSW - Autism & ADHD Evaluation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33496
Ellen Kipnis provides extensive evaluation services to diagnose Autism, ADHD, and other related behavioral disorders in both children and adults. She has received training and certification in administering the ADOS-2 and CARS-2 for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Ellen Kipnis provides extensive evaluation services to diagnose Autism, ADHD, and other related behavioral disorders in both children and adults. She has received training and certification in administering the ADOS-2 and CARS-2 for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Dr. Nick Velissaris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33432
As the former neuropsychologist and performance counselor for University of Michigan athletes, I understand a busy summer schedule. Are you sick of waiting rooms, traffic, or the discomfort of medical buildings? Then just stay home...I make house calls. I provide virtual or "delivery" care in Florida and Michigan with a concierge care model that includes a dedicated telehealth office and in-home patient evaluations/treatment. I will meet you at your home, office, or location of your choice. Access is direct to me and available 24/7 for current patients/clients. Rapid 3-7 day results for neuropsych and ADHD testing.
As the former neuropsychologist and performance counselor for University of Michigan athletes, I understand a busy summer schedule. Are you sick of waiting rooms, traffic, or the discomfort of medical buildings? Then just stay home...I make house calls. I provide virtual or "delivery" care in Florida and Michigan with a concierge care model that includes a dedicated telehealth office and in-home patient evaluations/treatment. I will meet you at your home, office, or location of your choice. Access is direct to me and available 24/7 for current patients/clients. Rapid 3-7 day results for neuropsych and ADHD testing.
Jason Gallant
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Example concerns include - parent/child conflict, noncompliance, difficulties accepting "no", talking back, video game use issues, ADHD, anxiety, mood issues, tics, anger, and many more!.
After 10 incredible years of serving as the director of the Boys Town Central Florida Behavioral Health Clinic, I return home to Palm Beach to serve as the founder and chief psychologist of the Florida Center for Behavioral Health! I am passionate about providing high quality, science supported, primary care behavioral health services to individuals and families. I have over 15 years of experience helping families, children, adolescents, and young adults manage common social, emotional, behavioral, academic, and cognitive challenges. I welcome you to contact me to learn more about primary care psychology and the services I provide!
Example concerns include - parent/child conflict, noncompliance, difficulties accepting "no", talking back, video game use issues, ADHD, anxiety, mood issues, tics, anger, and many more!.
After 10 incredible years of serving as the director of the Boys Town Central Florida Behavioral Health Clinic, I return home to Palm Beach to serve as the founder and chief psychologist of the Florida Center for Behavioral Health! I am passionate about providing high quality, science supported, primary care behavioral health services to individuals and families. I have over 15 years of experience helping families, children, adolescents, and young adults manage common social, emotional, behavioral, academic, and cognitive challenges. I welcome you to contact me to learn more about primary care psychology and the services I provide!
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When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.