Living with ADHD as an adult can feel confusing, frustrating, and exhausting—especially if you’ve spent years wondering why focus, organization, or emotional regulation seem harder for you than for others. Many adults come to us after a lifetime of compensating, masking, or blaming themselves, only to feel burned out or stuck despite their efforts.
At Brain Wellness Institute, we provide ADHD therapy for adults in Santa Monica CA that is grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy and delivered with understanding, respect, and care. We work with neurodivergent adults who want clarity, support, and practical tools—offering both in-person therapy in Santa Monica and secure telehealth services to meet you where you are.
This service may be a good fit if you are an adult who:
We work with adults across a wide range of backgrounds and identities and welcome individuals who identify as neurodivergent.
Adults seeking ADHD therapy often share experiences such as:
Many clients tell us they’ve tried to “push through” for years and are now ready for support that actually fits how their brain works.
Our work with ADHD and neurodivergent adults focuses on both symptom management and deeper understanding. Therapy is collaborative and tailored to your goals, strengths, and life context.
Approaches used at our practice include:
When helpful, therapy may be informed by psychological or neuropsychological assessment, allowing treatment to reflect a clearer understanding of attention, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.
Your first session is focused on understanding your concerns, personal history, and goals for therapy. We take time to listen carefully and begin shaping a plan that feels both supportive and achievable.
Ongoing sessions may include:
Sessions are typically weekly or biweekly, depending on your needs. We offer in-person therapy in Santa Monica as well as telehealth appointments (all throughout the State of California) providing flexibility and continuity of care. Visits for ADHD Therapy are also available at our Orange County office.
While every person’s experience is unique, ADHD therapy can help you:
We believe that neurodivergent adults are not broken—they often need understanding, tools, and support that truly fit.
Q: Do you accept insurance?
A: Yes. We are in-network with many commercial insurance plans, Medicare, and others. You can review a list of accepted plans on our website, and our office can also help verify your coverage.
Q: Do I need a formal ADHD diagnosis to start therapy?
A: No. Many adults begin therapy while exploring whether ADHD may be part of their experience. We can help you clarify next steps if assessment is appropriate.
Q: Is telehealth effective for ADHD therapy?
A: For many adults, telehealth is an effective and convenient option for ADHD therapy. We’ll work with you to determine what format feels most supportive.
Q: Who will I be working with?
A: Our group practice includes licensed clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists, advanced doctoral trainees, and therapists with experience working with ADHD and neurodivergent adults, using evidence-based care.
Many adults with ADHD also experience anxiety or emotional strain related to long-standing stress, burnout, or life transitions. If that resonates, you may also want to explore our anxiety therapy or grief therapy, depending on what feels most relevant to you.
If ADHD has been affecting your focus, confidence, or quality of life, support is available—and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
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You can also learn more about our team or explore psychotherapy services to better understand our approach.
