ADHD Therapy for Better Focus in Montana
What is ADHD Therapy?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults. It is characterized by symptoms such as inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and difficulty with focus and organization. While ADHD is often diagnosed early in life, many individuals continue to experience symptoms throughout adulthood.
ADHD therapy is designed to help individuals understand and manage the challenges associated with ADHD. Therapy provides tools, strategies, and support to help those with ADHD focus better, improve their organizational skills, control impulsivity, and regulate their emotions.
The therapy process involves a combination of behavioral interventions, cognitive strategies, and coping mechanisms to address the unique symptoms and challenges posed by ADHD. The goal of ADHD therapy is to help individuals build greater self-awareness, develop life skills, and improve their ability to function at home, school, and work.
Why Choose ADHD Therapy?
ADHD therapy offers several advantages for individuals seeking to manage their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life. Some of the key benefits include:
Improved Focus and Attention: Therapy helps individuals learn strategies to enhance concentration and minimize distractions, improving their ability to stay on task and complete projects.
Better Organization and Time Management: One of the most common challenges for those with ADHD is staying organized. Therapy helps individuals create systems and routines that help them manage their time, prioritize tasks, and stay organized.
Increased Emotional Regulation: ADHD often comes with emotional dysregulation, which can lead to impulsive reactions, frustration, or mood swings. Therapy helps individuals develop better emotional control and resilience.
Improved Self-Esteem: ADHD can negatively impact a person’s self-confidence, especially when they struggle with performance at school or work. Through therapy, individuals can gain greater self-awareness, reduce feelings of failure, and increase their sense of accomplishment.
Enhanced Social Relationships: By working on impulsivity and communication skills, individuals can improve their relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, leading to more positive interactions and stronger connections.
Better Decision-Making and Impulse Control: Therapy can help individuals recognize patterns of impulsive behavior and learn strategies to pause, reflect, and make more thoughtful decisions, improving overall life choices.
Therapy Options
What Therapy Options Are Available for ADHD at the nCenter?
Comprehensive ADHD (ADD) Treatment at the nCenter
ADHD (ADD) often runs in families, making symptom management even more challenging. At the nCenter, we specialize in working with neurodivergent families and children, providing an integrative approach to ADHD (ADD) treatment. Whether you're an adult focusing on personal challenges, a parent supporting your child, or seeking a family-centered approach, we offer tailored solutions to meet your needs.
Our Multi-Layered Treatment Approach
We provide a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to ADHD (ADD) treatment, incorporating:
Functional Medicine Nutrition
Neurostimulation
Neurofeedback
Counseling
ADHD Paper Assessment (conducted by our clinical psychologist)
Quantitative Electroencephalogram (qEEG) (performed by our neurostimulation/neurofeedback expert)
Accurate Assessments for ADHD (ADD)
Our ADHD paper assessment clarifies whether a client has ADHD (ADD), while qEEG brain mapping identifies brainwave patterns associated with hyperactivity or inattentiveness. This allows us to determine the order and sequence of brainwave activity to develop an individualized treatment plan.
Neurostimulation for ADHD (ADD)
Neurostimulation entrains the brain’s neurons to fire in healthier patterns, improving connectivity between different brain regions. This enhances information processing speed and efficiency, reducing ADHD (ADD) symptoms. Numerous clinical studies on the systems the nCenter uses {electromagnetic therapy (pEMF) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) have shown positive results in improving ADHD (ADD) symptoms.
Neurofeedback for ADHD (ADD)
Neurofeedback places electrodes on the scalp to monitor brain waves (qEEG). Then our neuroguide qEEG software detects specific brain wave patterns like excessive theta waves and/or deficient Delta waves with excessive Beta waves each associated with ADHD (ADD). Immediate feedback, with a visual or auditory signal, is produced when the client’s brain creates the desired brain wave patterns instead of the ADHD (ADD) pattern. With repetition the client’s brain learns to control their brain activity and improve their focus, attention, and impulsivity.
The Gut-Brain Connection in ADHD
Your gut microbiome significantly influences mood, cognition, and behavior. Since most serotonin is produced in the gut, digestive health plays a crucial role in mental well-being. Our functional medicine nutritionist helps clients identify specific foods and supplements to address ADHD (ADD) at its root cause. By supporting gut health, we can improve mental clarity, reduce brain fog, and enhance overall mental health.
Medication Management
For clients considering medication, our experienced PA offers medication management as part of a holistic treatment plan. However, many clients find that neurostimulation or brain-map guided neurofeedback, and nutritional interventions effectively address ADHD (ADD) without the need for medication. Some individuals even choose to discontinue ADHD (ADD) medications as their symptoms improve with these alternative treatments.
Understanding ADHD and Anxiety Overlap
ADHD and anxiety frequently co-exist, with nearly half of adults with ADHD (ADD) also experiencing an anxiety disorder. While they are distinct conditions, they share several symptoms:
Shared Symptoms:
Restlessness
Trouble focusing
Difficulty finishing tasks
ADHD-Specific Symptoms:
Hyperactivity
Impulsivity
Anxiety-Specific Symptoms:
Panic attacks
Thoughts of doom
Feelings of dread
Managing ADHD (ADD) Meltdowns
ADHD (ADD) meltdowns can present as sudden emotional outbursts, resembling tantrums or panic attacks. These may include:
Emotional Reactions:
Yelling or screaming
Crying uncontrollably
Cursing or swearing
Feeling irritable or frustrated
Physical Reactions:
Clenching fists
Stomping feet
Throwing objects
Sweating
Rapid breathing
Full-body tension
Dropping to the ground
Support Through Counseling
Counseling provides a safe space for individuals and families to understand and manage emotional reactivity. We have a counselor specializing in children ages 5 to 10, along with a counselor who uses EMDR with both children from 10 to 17 and adults and a counselor who specializes in Somatic Experiencing all aiming to calm the central nervous system and reduce emotional reactivity.
Our approach integrates gut-brain support, neurostimulation and/or neurofeedback, and therapy to create lasting behavioral and emotional improvements.
At the nCenter, we are committed to treating ADHD holistically, helping individuals and families regain balance and thrive. Contact us today to explore how our integrative approach can support your journey toward better focus, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.
Behavioral Therapy:
Overview: Behavioral therapy is one of the most commonly used forms of treatment for ADHD. It focuses on reinforcing positive behaviors while reducing undesirable behaviors. This approach often involves setting specific goals, using rewards and consequences, and building routines.
How It Helps: Behavioral therapy helps individuals develop better habits, improve self-control, and reduce impulsivity. It also teaches skills like time management and task prioritization, making it easier to stay focused and organized.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
Overview: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used for treating ADHD, particularly when it comes to managing negative thought patterns and self-doubt that can arise from the struggles associated with ADHD. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and replacing them with more realistic, positive ways of thinking.
How It Helps: CBT helps individuals with ADHD address their frustrations, manage anxiety or depression related to ADHD, and build skills for overcoming cognitive barriers like procrastination or negative self-talk.
Parent Training and Family Therapy:
Overview: For children and adolescents with ADHD, parent training and family therapy can be highly effective. This involves helping parents understand ADHD, learn effective parenting strategies, and create a supportive home environment.
How It Helps: Parent training teaches parents techniques for setting clear expectations, offering positive reinforcement, and creating structure at home. Family therapy helps improve communication within the family and supports everyone involved in managing the child’s ADHD symptoms.
Coaching and Organizational Support:
Overview: ADHD coaching focuses on helping individuals develop practical, everyday strategies for managing their symptoms. This often involves working with a coach who specializes in ADHD to create personalized systems for managing tasks, schedules, and projects.
How It Helps: ADHD coaches provide hands-on support for organizing tasks, setting goals, and staying accountable. This is particularly helpful for adults or older children who need help balancing work, school, and personal responsibilities.
Medication Management:
Overview: Medication can be a crucial component in managing ADHD symptoms, especially in cases where therapy alone may not be enough. Medications such as stimulants (e.g., Adderall, Ritalin) or non-stimulants (e.g., Strattera) are commonly prescribed to help individuals with ADHD improve focus and reduce impulsivity.
How It Helps: Medication can help enhance attention, reduce hyperactivity, and improve overall executive functioning. It is often used in combination with therapy to maximize the effectiveness of treatment.
