ADHD Therapy for Adults in San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton

Supporting focus, emotional regulation, and self-understanding through ADHD-affirming therapy

Many adults searching for ADHD therapy in the East Bay are not only looking for help with focus or productivity—they are often seeking relief from a constant sense of overwhelm, difficulty managing emotions, cycles of hyperfocus and burnout, and the long-term impact of trying to function in environments that were not designed for their brains.

I provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy for ADHD in-person in San Ramon, as well as for individuals across California via telehealth. My approach is collaborative and flexible, blending practical skill-building with deeper exploratory work. Together, we decide what balance of structure and reflection best supports your current needs.

What ADHD in adults can feel like

ADHD in adulthood often extends far beyond distractibility. Many clients describe a lifelong pattern of effortful compensation that eventually becomes exhausting.

You may relate to:

  • Difficulty initiating or completing tasks, even when they matter deeply

  • Cycles of procrastination, urgency, and burnout

  • Emotional intensity or rapid overwhelm

  • Challenges with time perception and planning

  • Inconsistent motivation despite strong intentions

  • A history of feeling “behind,” “lazy,” or “not reaching potential”

Many people I work with come to realize that these patterns are not moral failings, but differences in executive functioning that require a different approach. 

My Approach to Therapy for ADHD

My work is integrative and neurodiversity-affirming, combining psychoeducation, skills-based strategies, and relational exploration depending on what is most helpful for you.

I tailor the balance of structure and exploration collaboratively with each client.

Therapy may include:

  • Psychoeducation about ADHD, executive functioning, and emotional regulation

  • Translating cognitive differences into actionable self-understanding

  • Identifying patterns of overwhelm, avoidance, and burnout

  • Developing practical strategies that fit your real-world context

  • Exploring underlying shame, identity, and self-concept

  • Strengthening emotional awareness and regulation skills

A core focus of my work is helping clients develop both self-understanding and self-compassion. Many people find that once they understand how ADHD affects their cognition and emotions, practical strategies become more accessible and sustainable.