Therapy for ADHD
for children, teens, and adults seeking greater focus, organization, and control over the daily challenges of living with ADHD. BHSI Clinics offers personalized counseling and tailored medication plans designed to improve productivity, emotional regulation, and self-esteem, available at five Twin Cities locations and via secure telehealth statewide.
Quick Facts:
- Who it’s for: Children, teens, and adults in Minnesota experiencing ADHD symptoms affecting focus, organization, time management, emotional regulation, relationships, school, or work performance; family counseling also available for loved ones of those with ADHD
- Symptoms addressed: Difficulty staying focused on tasks or conversations, frequently losing or misplacing items, feeling restless or unable to sit still, procrastinating on important tasks, becoming easily distracted, forgetting appointments and responsibilities, struggling with time management and organization, and frequent mood swings or frustration
- Outcomes: Improved focus and task completion, enhanced time management skills, boosted self-esteem and confidence, better emotional regulation and mood stability, reduced impulsive behaviors and distractions, and increased productivity at work or school
- Services offered: Individual ADHD counseling, family counseling, and medication management including stimulant and non-stimulant options tailored to each individual’s needs, symptoms, and medical history
- Sessions: Individual and family therapy; first appointment is 50 to 60 minutes; ongoing frequency flexible based on client needs; regular medication follow-ups available
- Telehealth: Available statewide across all of Minnesota via secure telehealth platform; in-person may be required per provider discretion
- Locations: Brooklyn Center, Golden Valley, North St. Paul, Eagan, and Shakopee
- Insurance: Aetna, BHP, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna, Health Partners, Humana, Medica, Medicaid, Medicare, MinnesotaCare, Tricare and Triwest, United Health Care, UBH, UCare, Value Options, AmericasPPO, HealthEZ, SolarteHealth, Hennepin Health, and South Country Health Alliance; call 651-769-6565 to verify your specific plan
Understanding ADHD and how Therapy can help
Counseling for ADHD offers individuals and families the tools to better understand and manage the unique challenges associated with this condition. Therapy focuses on building essential skills, such as organization, time management, and problem-solving, while also addressing emotional regulation and self-esteem issues that often accompany ADHD.
Medication can be a powerful tool in the treatment of ADHD, helping to regulate the brain’s neurotransmitters to improve focus, impulse control, and overall functioning. Common medications include stimulants, as well as non-stimulant options for individuals who may not respond well to or prefer alternatives to stimulants. Medication is tailored to each individual’s needs, taking into account their unique symptoms, medical history, and daily demands.
Are you experiencing any of the following ADHD signs or symptoms?
Difficulty staying focused on tasks or conversations
Frequently losing or misplacing items
Feeling restless or unable to sit still
Procrastinating on tasks, even important ones
Becoming easily distracted by sounds or surroundings
Forgetting appointments, deadlines, or daily responsibilities
Struggling with time management and organization
Experiencing frequent mood swings or frustration
ADHD Treatment That Fits Your Unique Needs
For children and teens, counseling can provide strategies for navigating school and social settings more effectively, while adults can gain insights into how ADHD impacts work, relationships, and daily responsibilities. Family counseling may also be beneficial, helping loved ones develop a supportive and cohesive approach to managing ADHD together. Through personalized therapy, individuals with ADHD can gain greater control over their lives and foster a sense of accomplishment and well-being.
Combined with counseling, ADHD medication often serves as a foundational support, enabling individuals to apply therapeutic strategies more effectively and achieve their goals by significantly reducing hyperactivity and inattention . Regular follow-ups with a healthcare provider ensure that the treatment plan remains effective and responsive to the individual’s evolving needs.
How ADHD Therapy Works
1. Reach Out: Fill out the form on the page or call BHSI at 651-769-6565 to get started. The team will promptly review your information and contact you to discuss next steps.
2. Intake and Paperwork: Get matched with the right provider and complete intake paperwork before your first appointment, either at home by downloading forms from the BHSI website or in the clinic on the day of your visit.
3. First Appointment (50 to 60 Minutes): Meet with a licensed clinician who will get to know you, learn about how ADHD is showing up in your daily life, and begin developing a personalized treatment plan that considers your unique symptoms, goals, medical history, and daily demands.
4. Understanding Your ADHD: Your clinician works with you to identify the specific ways ADHD is affecting your focus, organization, time management, emotional regulation, relationships, and performance at school or work, building a clear picture of what treatment needs to address.
5. Active Counseling: Using personalized, evidence-based strategies, sessions build essential skills including organization, time management, problem-solving, and emotional regulation, while also addressing the self-esteem and confidence concerns that commonly accompany ADHD.
6. Medication Management if Needed: Where medication is appropriate, BHSI prescribers tailor a plan using stimulant or non-stimulant options, with regular follow-up appointments to ensure the plan remains effective and responsive to your evolving needs.
7. Ongoing Support: Session frequency is adjusted as you progress, with family counseling available where helpful and flexible scheduling across all five BHSI clinic locations and via telehealth statewide throughout your treatment journey.
Transform ADHD into Strength with
Counseling and Care
Improved focus and task completion
Enhanced time management skills
Boosted self-esteem and confidence
Better emotional regulation and mood stability
Reduced impulsive behaviors and distractions
Increased productivity at work or school
Take the First Step to Balance
You don’t have to navigate this alone. ADHD therapy at BHSI is your first step toward a more focused, fulfilling life. Left unmanaged, ADHD can impact your daily routines, relationships, and overall well-being. With the right support, you can take control and thrive. At BHSI, you’ll find not just a trusted therapist but a partner in building the life you deserve—one step at a time.
Step 1. Fill Out The Form
Reach out to us by completing the form to get started. We'll promptly review your informations and contact you for next steps.
Step 2. Schedule Your First Appointment
Get matched with your provider and submit the intake paperwork prior to your first appointment.
Step 3. Begin Your Journey
Begin attending regular sessions with your provider and begin your journey toward healing and balance.
*You may have to come in-person per provider discretion*
Frequently Asked Questions
Can ADHD be treated without medication?
Yes. Many individuals manage ADHD very effectively through therapy alone, developing practical skills for organization, time management, emotional regulation, and focus without the use of medication. Your clinician will work with you to determine the most appropriate approach based on your symptoms, preferences, and medical history.
Is ADHD therapy different for children, teens, and adults?
Yes. While the core principles of ADHD treatment remain consistent, the focus of therapy is adapted to suit each stage of life. For children and teens, counseling emphasizes strategies for navigating school and social settings. For adults, therapy addresses how ADHD is affecting work, relationships, and daily responsibilities.
How does ADHD medication work?
ADHD medication works by regulating neurotransmitters in the brain to improve focus, impulse control, and overall functioning. Stimulant medications are the most commonly prescribed option, while non-stimulant alternatives are available for individuals who do not respond well to stimulants or prefer to avoid them. BHSI prescribers carefully tailor medication plans to each individual’s unique symptoms, medical history, and daily demands, with regular follow-up appointments to monitor effectiveness.
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