ADHD
What this specialty means
ADHD-focused support addresses the lived experience of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, a neurodevelopmental condition that can involve challenges with attention, time, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and working memory. Support may include psychoeducation, practical skills training, and collaborative problem-solving tailored to age and context. In this setting, coaches typically help translate goals into systems and habits; psychotherapists may address emotional regulation, self-esteem, and patterns that maintain stress; and medical care, when appropriate, is managed by licensed prescribers outside coaching or talk therapy. Care aims to be strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming.
Why people seek support
People may seek ADHD-focused support when they notice persistent difficulty starting or finishing tasks, losing track of time, inconsistent performance, or frequent overwhelm despite effort. Others come after a new diagnosis, during life transitions like college, career changes, or parenting, or when relationships are strained by forgetfulness or impulsivity. Some want strategies for school or workplace accommodations, to understand rejection sensitivity or emotional swings, or to explore whether ADHD may fit their history and obtain referrals. Many are simply looking for compassionate structure that aligns with how their brain works.
Typical goals
Together, you and a qualified professional may clarify priorities, map strengths, and co-create routines for planning, time management, task initiation, and organization. You might practice cueing, externalization, and environmental design; build skills for emotional regulation, impulse pauses, and communication; and develop advocacy language for school or workplace needs. Sessions may include tracking experiments, adjusting accountability supports, and preparing questions for medical providers if considering medication. Over time, goals often include reducing shame, increasing self-trust, and crafting sustainable systems that flex with energy, demands, and values.
Trifecta Health educational information. For educational purposes only—not a diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice.
Find a specialty provider
Lisa Caiafa
APRN, FNP-C
Lisa Caiafa, MSN, RN, APRN, FNP-C, is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive, patient-centered care. With over 14 years of clinical experience in emergency department, urgent care and primary care settings, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her daily practice...
Takita Pruitt
LMSW
Hello, I'm Takita, a therapist with a passionate commitment to helping children and families meet their goals and achieve healing. Grounded in a comprehensive understanding of trauma-informed care and equipped with the latest therapeutic techniques, I am dedicated to providing a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and work towards positive change...
Dusty Shandy
LPC
I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with 10+ years of experience working with a variety of clients. I have additional experience in school-based/family counseling, case management for foster children, parental education, resource allocation for vocational rehabilitation, and education and career counseling...
Heather McCreary
LAPC
Thank you for considering me for your counseling needs. My interest in counseling and mental health stems from 25 years of experience in youth ministry and education...
Gina Hester
M.Ed., ADHD-CE
Thank you for considering me to be part of your journey!I'm passionate about helping people of all ages succeed - whether that's boosting a child's academic skills, helping parents navigate routines, behavior, and academics, or coaching adults and professionals to manage the demands of career and home by building sustainable systems for success. With a background in education, I've worked extensively with students and families facing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional challenges...
Hannah Heilman
PMHNP
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am humbled by the privilege of being part of the multidisciplinary team at Trifecta Health. I am a native Georgian and live in Duluth with my husband, four children, and two cats and dogs who enjoy gardening, painting, and family adventures in my free time. I am a family-focused provider who meets personal goals of wholeness and wellness through a collaborative treatment approach...
Michelle Gillespie
LPC
Thank you for considering me as part of your counseling journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia...