Adult ADHD Assessments

Many adults come to therapy with a quiet question: Why does daily life feel so much harder than it should?

I offer structured, evidence-based ADHD assessments for adults seeking clarity, validation, and a deeper understanding of how they function.

My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and grounded in validated clinical instruments. These are not quick online screeners. They are thoughtful, collaborative evaluations designed to provide diagnostic clarity and meaningful insight.

My Approach

Adult ADHD is frequently misunderstood or overlooked — especially in high-functioning adults.

I prioritize clinical reasoning over simple checklists. ADHD shares features with anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout, so careful differentiation matters.

My assessments center on the DIVA-5, the gold-standard diagnostic interview for adult ADHD. Rather than focusing only on surface symptoms, we explore how patterns have shown up from childhood through adulthood.

Assessment Options

Option 1: Clinical Diagnostic Assessment

Best for adults seeking a formal diagnosis to share with a physician or psychiatrist, or for validation and understanding of lifelong patterns that have been misunderstood or overlooked.

Includes:

  • ASRS v1.1 screening

  • 2-hour virtual DIVA-5 clinical interview

You Receive:

  • 2-page Diagnostic Summary Letter

  • 30-minute feedback session

Investment: $600

Option 2: Comprehensive Executive Function Profile

Best for adults who want both diagnosis and a detailed map of how their executive functioning operates.

This option goes beyond confirmation. We identify where your systems break down, where your strengths lie, and how to work with your cognitive patterns more effectively.

Includes:

  • DIVA-5 interview

  • BDEFS (Barkley Executive Function Scale) completed by you and someone who knows you well

  • GAD-7 and PHQ-9 screenings for anxiety and depression

You Receive:

  • 8+ page narrative report

  • 1-hour feedback session

Investment: $1,200

How Virtual Assessment Works

All assessments are conducted via secure, HIPAA-compliant video.

You’ll complete digital rating scales in advance. We then meet for a 2-hour clinical interview. I recommend a private, uninterrupted space, as we will be reviewing your history in depth.

I am licensed in California and Texas and provide virtual services in both states.

Professional Scope

As an LMFT, I am legally authorized to diagnose mental health conditions. ADHD diagnoses are based on DSM-5 criteria.

I provide these assessments on a self-pay basis and do not bill insurance. This assessment is focused on clinical diagnosis and treatment planning; it may not meet the requirements for high-stakes academic accommodations (like the LSAT/MCAT) or formal disability claims, which typically require a neuropsychological battery from a psychologist. I’m also unable to prescribe medication.

After the Assessment

This is a complete, standalone service. You are not required to continue into therapy. My goal is to provide a solid foundation so you can make informed decisions — whether that includes medication, lifestyle changes, or therapy support.

Ultimately, this process is about moving from self-questioning to self-understanding — seeing your patterns clearly and replacing criticism with accuracy.

If you decide you’d like support applying what we discover — whether that involves executive functioning strategies, trauma processing, or working through long-standing patterns — I offer ongoing therapy designed to integrate that insight into daily life.

The same brain that creates friction in certain areas is often the source of creativity, resilience, and drive. This work isn’t about focusing on deficits. It’s about understanding what makes you unique, discovering your strengths, and releasing the shame that may have shaped how you see yourself.

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