ADHD Therapists in Daly City, CA

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Laura Nusbaum
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
I also provide ADHD/ADD assessment for adults.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy and ADHD/ADD assessment services for adults. I have a warm, outgoing therapeutic style and provide a safe, intimate relationship, while challenging you with care and compassion to live a more satisfying life. I help clients better understand their own relationships and behavior patterns, manage strong emotions, increase mindfulness and purposefulness, and cultivate greater compassion. I see clients for both short-term, solution-oriented therapy, and longer-term, exploratory therapy. Thank you for you interest, and I wish you the best of luck in this process.
I also provide ADHD/ADD assessment for adults.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy and ADHD/ADD assessment services for adults. I have a warm, outgoing therapeutic style and provide a safe, intimate relationship, while challenging you with care and compassion to live a more satisfying life. I help clients better understand their own relationships and behavior patterns, manage strong emotions, increase mindfulness and purposefulness, and cultivate greater compassion. I see clients for both short-term, solution-oriented therapy, and longer-term, exploratory therapy. Thank you for you interest, and I wish you the best of luck in this process.
(415) 534-6029 View (415) 534-6029
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O’Shonda McDowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I work with clients who have conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction ADD/ADHD, postpartum depression, and more. Additionally, I provide therapeutic services to those who support individuals who have difficulties coping with loved ones, who may have such conditions.
I work with clients who have conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction ADD/ADHD, postpartum depression, and more. Additionally, I provide therapeutic services to those who support individuals who have difficulties coping with loved ones, who may have such conditions.
(650) 844-0497 View (650) 844-0497
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Jenna King
Psychologist, PhD, CATP
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Waitlist for new clients
I am experienced in working with adults, children (3+), teens, and families with anxiety, depression, challenging behavior, and childhood trauma. Identity affirmation and development is central to my practice, including but not limited to expertise with neurodiverse and gender and sexual diverse individuals/families. I also provide Psychodiagnostic Assessment for neurodiverse Children/teens and Adults considering Autism Spectrum/ADHD/Anxiety related concerns and Youth presenting with Mood, Anxiety, ADHD, and Trauma/Significant Life Stress related concerns.
I am experienced in working with adults, children (3+), teens, and families with anxiety, depression, challenging behavior, and childhood trauma. Identity affirmation and development is central to my practice, including but not limited to expertise with neurodiverse and gender and sexual diverse individuals/families. I also provide Psychodiagnostic Assessment for neurodiverse Children/teens and Adults considering Autism Spectrum/ADHD/Anxiety related concerns and Youth presenting with Mood, Anxiety, ADHD, and Trauma/Significant Life Stress related concerns.
(650) 547-4901 View (650) 547-4901
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Paul Oglesby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Daly City, CA 94015
If you are a parent who is feeling overwhelmed by the needs of a struggling child, confused and frustrated by family discord or at a loss as to how to communicate with your loved ones, I can help you restore the balance, calm and cooperation that have gone missing in your home. I have more than 20 years’ experience working with children and families who are grappling with problems such as divorce, adoption, major transitions, defiant behavior, ADHD, gender/sex/identity issues, grief/loss, learning challenges, drug and alcohol use/abuse, and more.
If you are a parent who is feeling overwhelmed by the needs of a struggling child, confused and frustrated by family discord or at a loss as to how to communicate with your loved ones, I can help you restore the balance, calm and cooperation that have gone missing in your home. I have more than 20 years’ experience working with children and families who are grappling with problems such as divorce, adoption, major transitions, defiant behavior, ADHD, gender/sex/identity issues, grief/loss, learning challenges, drug and alcohol use/abuse, and more.
(650) 492-6789 View (650) 492-6789
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Nicole Leonard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
I am skilled in working with developmental and behavioral challenges, anger management, stress and anxiety, ADHD and Autism related issues.
I am a CBT therapist who has been licensed since 2017. I have worked in the field of Psychology since 1992 and have extensive experience working with children, adults and families. I am most interested in working with children, parents, and families but I also work with individual adults.
I am skilled in working with developmental and behavioral challenges, anger management, stress and anxiety, ADHD and Autism related issues.
I am a CBT therapist who has been licensed since 2017. I have worked in the field of Psychology since 1992 and have extensive experience working with children, adults and families. I am most interested in working with children, parents, and families but I also work with individual adults.
(415) 692-4913 View (415) 692-4913
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Lindsay Parkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
Working with a wide range of mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma, I focus on facilitating awareness and insight in order to create a new story of strength and resilience, gaining perspective on symptoms, root causes, and/or managing diagnosis.
My name is Lindsay Kay Parkinson, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Art Therapist, and Artist. My work is dedicated to creating trusting relationships and space for you to be yourself, knowing you can show up without fear of judgment. I will assist you in a process of self-discovery and growth that will help you feel better, more focused on your path and allow for increased self-compassion and acceptance.
Working with a wide range of mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma, I focus on facilitating awareness and insight in order to create a new story of strength and resilience, gaining perspective on symptoms, root causes, and/or managing diagnosis.
My name is Lindsay Kay Parkinson, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Art Therapist, and Artist. My work is dedicated to creating trusting relationships and space for you to be yourself, knowing you can show up without fear of judgment. I will assist you in a process of self-discovery and growth that will help you feel better, more focused on your path and allow for increased self-compassion and acceptance.
(707) 881-8039 View (707) 881-8039
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Regina Petrella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
My name is Gina Petrella, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. For those who are local to my area, I also offer in-person sessions. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and attention deficit disorder (ADHD), using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strength-based approaches to assist my clients with moving forward to feeling better.
My name is Gina Petrella, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. For those who are local to my area, I also offer in-person sessions. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and attention deficit disorder (ADHD), using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strength-based approaches to assist my clients with moving forward to feeling better.
(951) 720-4095 View (951) 720-4095
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Ruby Estrada
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Hello. My name is Ruby Estrada. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy at your pace, which I can follow or match with rather quickly. My focus is centered on you and building whatever strengths you put forth whether you are aware of them or not. I help someone find a way to get through a problem or conflict, this is my approach. I am straightforward when you need me to be and gentle when the situation calls for empathy, or a balance of both. For 21 years, I have treated depression, anxiety, PTSD, LGBTQ+-related issues, ADHD, and adults finding themselves on the Autism Spectrum.
Hello. My name is Ruby Estrada. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy at your pace, which I can follow or match with rather quickly. My focus is centered on you and building whatever strengths you put forth whether you are aware of them or not. I help someone find a way to get through a problem or conflict, this is my approach. I am straightforward when you need me to be and gentle when the situation calls for empathy, or a balance of both. For 21 years, I have treated depression, anxiety, PTSD, LGBTQ+-related issues, ADHD, and adults finding themselves on the Autism Spectrum.
(619) 586-6733 View (619) 586-6733
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Renee Caraco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
Hi, my name is Rene'e Caraco and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 19 years of experience in the field. I treat individual adults with a focus on ADHD as well as a breadth of other areas such as aging, anxiety, codependency, coping skills, chronic illness, depression, grief, job-related issues, life transitions, marital/pre-marital issues, mood disorders, parenting, prenatal/postpartum, relationships, self-esteem, & stress, amongst others. I welcome and value working inclusively with diverse populations at different life stages and with varying cultural, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
Hi, my name is Rene'e Caraco and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 19 years of experience in the field. I treat individual adults with a focus on ADHD as well as a breadth of other areas such as aging, anxiety, codependency, coping skills, chronic illness, depression, grief, job-related issues, life transitions, marital/pre-marital issues, mood disorders, parenting, prenatal/postpartum, relationships, self-esteem, & stress, amongst others. I welcome and value working inclusively with diverse populations at different life stages and with varying cultural, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
(209) 270-5992 View (209) 270-5992
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Helen Garcia
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I work with students, creative professionals, and individuals with ADHD through a culturally competent and trauma-sensitive lens.
Hi, I'm Helen - a Filipina Asian American therapist. First, I want to acknowledge your decision to start therapy. This decision might come from the realization that "something isn't right". You might be scared, lost, and dealing with a lot of anxiety, sadness, and grief. You may even be struggling secretly. But, you don't have to struggle through this alone. l believe therapy is a brave space to reclaim your identity and begin learning the skills necessary to create a meaningful life. We can work together to help unlearn patterns that don't serve you, to make space for healthy communication and peace.
I work with students, creative professionals, and individuals with ADHD through a culturally competent and trauma-sensitive lens.
Hi, I'm Helen - a Filipina Asian American therapist. First, I want to acknowledge your decision to start therapy. This decision might come from the realization that "something isn't right". You might be scared, lost, and dealing with a lot of anxiety, sadness, and grief. You may even be struggling secretly. But, you don't have to struggle through this alone. l believe therapy is a brave space to reclaim your identity and begin learning the skills necessary to create a meaningful life. We can work together to help unlearn patterns that don't serve you, to make space for healthy communication and peace.
(747) 319-4975 View (747) 319-4975
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Donald Bender
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream, and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream, and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
(747) 298-7195 View (747) 298-7195
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Lauren Go
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015  (Online Only)
Choosing a therapist can be intimidating, especially for people of color. We might wonder if our therapist will understand the significant role of various cultural factors in our experience. I believe each individual brings with them a set of unique experiences, values, and goals, regardless of background. Perhaps you are an individual looking for a safe space to explore your identity, including ethnicity and gender. Maybe you are already in couples therapy and want the dedicated support of your own individual sessions. Or maybe you are having difficulty communicating with family members due to generational differences.
Choosing a therapist can be intimidating, especially for people of color. We might wonder if our therapist will understand the significant role of various cultural factors in our experience. I believe each individual brings with them a set of unique experiences, values, and goals, regardless of background. Perhaps you are an individual looking for a safe space to explore your identity, including ethnicity and gender. Maybe you are already in couples therapy and want the dedicated support of your own individual sessions. Or maybe you are having difficulty communicating with family members due to generational differences.
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Liana Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014  (Online Only)
I empathize deeply with the experiences of children of immigrants. Striving to live up to parental expectations. Struggling with not feeling (fill-in-the-identity) enough. Navigating the complexities of various cultural norms and values. Addressing the shadows of intergenerational trauma. Battling the incessant inner critic that demands perfection, relentless effort, and the prioritization of others' needs over our own. Juggling the added responsibilities as the family's interpreter, caregiver, or even unofficial therapist. I specialize in helping children of immigrants confront and ease these challenges. I see you and I can help.
I empathize deeply with the experiences of children of immigrants. Striving to live up to parental expectations. Struggling with not feeling (fill-in-the-identity) enough. Navigating the complexities of various cultural norms and values. Addressing the shadows of intergenerational trauma. Battling the incessant inner critic that demands perfection, relentless effort, and the prioritization of others' needs over our own. Juggling the added responsibilities as the family's interpreter, caregiver, or even unofficial therapist. I specialize in helping children of immigrants confront and ease these challenges. I see you and I can help.
(415) 236-9327 View (415) 236-9327
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Jamaica Chenoweth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I believe most underlying diagnosis are a result of traumas that shape who we are & strengthen us as beings.
I believe most underlying diagnosis are a result of traumas that shape who we are & strengthen us as beings.
(650) 870-9475 View (650) 870-9475
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Lucas Hendrickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
Hello, my name is Lucas Hendrickson, LMFT. My main concerns are your safety and your growth at your speed. I have a wealth of experience and knowledge from coaching to deep emotional processing to EMDR. I will bring all my experience and knowledge to you so you get what you want from therapy. I can just sit with you in silence if that is what you need or give you suggestions and homework if that is how you learn best. My mission is Love. I work best with clients who wish to change, even if they don't know how. I have worked with women, and the LBGTQ+ community for many years as well.
Hello, my name is Lucas Hendrickson, LMFT. My main concerns are your safety and your growth at your speed. I have a wealth of experience and knowledge from coaching to deep emotional processing to EMDR. I will bring all my experience and knowledge to you so you get what you want from therapy. I can just sit with you in silence if that is what you need or give you suggestions and homework if that is how you learn best. My mission is Love. I work best with clients who wish to change, even if they don't know how. I have worked with women, and the LBGTQ+ community for many years as well.
(650) 547-7828 View (650) 547-7828
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Stacey Callis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
My name is Stacey Callis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working in the field of social work for over 20 years. I specialize in treatments for children, adolescents, and families. My services include a collaborative approach with my clients in order to gain a better understanding of their maladaptive behavior and thought patterns.
My name is Stacey Callis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working in the field of social work for over 20 years. I specialize in treatments for children, adolescents, and families. My services include a collaborative approach with my clients in order to gain a better understanding of their maladaptive behavior and thought patterns.
(650) 910-7734 View (650) 910-7734
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Jacqueline Eppinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015  (Online Only)
I’m Jackie Eppinger and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I approach therapy with an affirming lens that focuses on supporting my clients through challenging periods in their lives. My focused areas of practice include chronic illness, cancer, the LGBTQ community, and relationships/attachment.
I’m Jackie Eppinger and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I approach therapy with an affirming lens that focuses on supporting my clients through challenging periods in their lives. My focused areas of practice include chronic illness, cancer, the LGBTQ community, and relationships/attachment.
(916) 796-1515 View (916) 796-1515
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Steven Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Hello, my name is Steven Nelson. I am always delighted to be able to help others find their own solutions with life's circumstances. There can always be a positive aspect to a struggle or an unfortunate situation. If you seek, you will find. At times we just need that support to help see it. “If you bring the body the mind will follow.” I specialize in various and multiple theoretical approaches to help with various addiction issues, grief, anxiety, depression, Trauma, and PTSD.
Hello, my name is Steven Nelson. I am always delighted to be able to help others find their own solutions with life's circumstances. There can always be a positive aspect to a struggle or an unfortunate situation. If you seek, you will find. At times we just need that support to help see it. “If you bring the body the mind will follow.” I specialize in various and multiple theoretical approaches to help with various addiction issues, grief, anxiety, depression, Trauma, and PTSD.
(657) 317-7434 View (657) 317-7434
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Anthony Cavuoti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Thank you for this first step, my name is Anthony Cavuoti, my preferred name is Athena Theodora, take a journey with me to what I have to offer you starting from your first session, we will develop a solid rapport that metaphorically is the salad tree trunk made out of neutral respect and trust and the in born flexible strengths needed to meet the challenges necessary to develop strategies, self-regulation tools, insight attitudes, motivation, curiosity and the staying power to connect with yourself and others more fully so as to live a more satisfying life.
Thank you for this first step, my name is Anthony Cavuoti, my preferred name is Athena Theodora, take a journey with me to what I have to offer you starting from your first session, we will develop a solid rapport that metaphorically is the salad tree trunk made out of neutral respect and trust and the in born flexible strengths needed to meet the challenges necessary to develop strategies, self-regulation tools, insight attitudes, motivation, curiosity and the staying power to connect with yourself and others more fully so as to live a more satisfying life.
(951) 899-0520 View (951) 899-0520
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Augusto Huerta-Minakata
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Augusto Huerta Minakata, LMFT Augusto is a Bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. With over 10 years of experience as a marriage and family therapist, and as a graduate of the University of Phoenix specializing in Solution-Focused therapy, he is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are the treatment of maternal mental health, trauma, depression, anxiety, survivors of domestic violence, physical abuse, sexual abuse, community violence, and adult children of alcoholic.
Augusto Huerta Minakata, LMFT Augusto is a Bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. With over 10 years of experience as a marriage and family therapist, and as a graduate of the University of Phoenix specializing in Solution-Focused therapy, he is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are the treatment of maternal mental health, trauma, depression, anxiety, survivors of domestic violence, physical abuse, sexual abuse, community violence, and adult children of alcoholic.
(805) 567-2971 View (805) 567-2971
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ADHD Therapists

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.