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ADHD
ADHD Assessment & Brain-Based Evaluation
Finally understand your brain—and get a plan designed for how you actually function.
Book Your Assessment✔ Evidence-Based Clinical Evaluation
✔ Personalized Treatment Strategy
✔ Adult ADHD Expertise
Understanding ADHD
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition rooted in measurable brain differences—not a lack of discipline or motivation. Neurobiological research highlights differences in dopamine regulation, which affects reward processing, motivation, and sustained attention.
The prefrontal cortex, responsible for executive functions such as planning, organization, and impulse control, often shows differences in activity and connectivity. This can make everyday tasks—starting, finishing, or prioritizing—feel disproportionately difficult.
Many individuals also experience a “busy brain,” where the Default Mode Network (associated with internal thoughts and daydreaming) remains active even when focus is required.
Understanding these patterns is often the turning point—from frustration and self-blame to clarity and self-awareness.
What This Means For You
Your challenges are not personal failures—they are neurological patterns. With the right understanding, you can stop forcing yourself into systems that don’t work and start using strategies aligned with how your brain functions.
Why a Professional Diagnosis Matters
Clarity Over Confusion
Understand why things feel harder—and finally have a real explanation.
Targeted Solutions
Move beyond generic advice to ADHD-specific strategies.
Reduced Burnout
Stop overcompensating and start working smarter.
Validation
Shift from self-blame to self-understanding.
Assessment Process
1. Initial Screening: 30-minute consultation to determine fit.
2. Clinical Interview: In-depth 2-hour session exploring history and symptoms.
3. Evaluation & Analysis: Use of validated tools and professional review.
4. Results Session: Clear diagnosis (if applicable) with next steps.
What You Will Receive
Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation
Formal Diagnosis (if applicable)
Detailed Written Report
Personalized Treatment Plan
Professional Guidance & Support
Rachel Cunningham, MA
LCMHC-QS, ADHD-PT
Rachel provides ADHD evaluations through a compassionate, evidence-based approach, helping individuals gain clarity, confidence, and direction.
She has experience working with ADHD, traumatic brain injury, and concussion-related challenges, and is currently advancing her training as an Amen Clinic Certified Brain Health Clinician.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No, you can schedule directly.
How long does the process take?
Typically completed over a few sessions.
Is this covered by insurance?
Most evaluations are private pay, but reimbursement may be possible.