Many people struggle with time management or their attention span. Some may worry that their thoughts will disappear if they donโt voice them right away, others may feel as though life is an obstacle course designed to make them anxious. It can be hard to know whether these experiences are a consequence of the frenetic chaos of our daily lives, the competing notifications from our phones, or something more connected to who we are as a person.
With a clinical assessment, you can learn whether or not what youโre experiencing meets the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. That clarity can be so valuable, as it can unlock new resources for managing executive functioning, and it can disrupt patterns of shame or embarrassment. And even if you donโt receive an ADHD diagnosis, an assessment can help you consider your particular patterns, challenges, and gifts; itโs an opportunity to learn strategies that might help you feel a little less underwater.
Erica Shutes-David (pictured above) is a seasoned clinician and ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider who recently joined the PhinneyWood neighborhood. She performs clinical assessments for ADHD in children, youth, and adults via convenient telehealth appointments.
If your primary care physician doesnโt feel comfortable diagnosing ADHD, or a full neuropsychological exam doesnโt fit your schedule or budget, Erica offers the space and expertise to talk through your experience, and when applicable, she can even provide a clinical diagnosis that qualifies for 504 educational accommodations or a confirmation to take back to a physician.
For more information, please visit Shiny Squirrel ADHD Assessment Services.