ADHD Evaluation & Treatment for Adults
Struggling to focus? Constantly overwhelmed? Finding it difficult to stay organized, follow through on tasks, or manage competing demands?
Adult ADHD often shows up as chronic procrastination, missed deadlines, mental clutter, difficulty prioritizing, emotional overwhelm, and the feeling that life takes far more effort than it should.
Proactive Psychiatry specializes in helping adults with ADHD improve focus, executive function, productivity, and quality of life through evidence-based integrative psychiatric care.
Transparent Pricing
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ADHD Initial Appointment: $250
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Follow-Up Visits: $175
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Cash-Pay Practice
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No Insurance Accepted
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Appointments Often Available As Soon As the Next Business Day
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Adults ADHD Treatment with
The Proactive Approach℠
Holistic Interventions
ADHD can be managed with more than just medication. While medication can be highly effective, medication-only treatments often leave us feeling stuck and beholden to the pill. With a holistic mental health approach we incorporate nutrition, exercise, supplementation and more to effectively optimize wellness.
Genetic
& Biological Testing
There are several import genetic markers that can help guide ADHD treatment. Nutritional deficits can impact ADHD and can be addressed effectively... if we spot them.
Understanding the biological components helps effectively reduce side effects and increase long-term success.
Psychotherapy
& Coaching Support
Talk therapy and coaching includes behavioral modification, coping skills, and the development of healthy habits. These are foundational pieces of ADHD treatment that lead to increased productivity and optimized wellness.
Simple Treatment Plans
A pill-only treatment plan might sound straightforward at first, but over time medications become less effective. Together we will create a simple treatment plans for ADHD. This will include well-rounded options that will empower growth, embrace creativity, and foster self-reliance.
Does This Sound Familiar?
You may have ADHD if you:
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Constantly procrastinate despite good intentions
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Feel overwhelmed by simple administrative tasks
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Start projects but struggle to finish them
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Lose focus during meetings or conversations
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Forget appointments, deadlines, or commitments
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Feel mentally exhausted from trying to stay organized
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Have difficulty managing time effectively
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Experience periods of hyperfocus followed by burnout
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Feel like you’re capable of more than you’re currently achieving
Many adults with ADHD spent years believing they were lazy, unmotivated, disorganized, or simply not trying hard enough.
In reality, ADHD is often a challenge of executive function—not intelligence, character, or effort.
ADHD Treatment That Goes Beyond “Just Take a Pill”
Medication can be incredibly helpful for many adults with ADHD, but effective treatment often requires a broader approach.
Our work may include:
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Comprehensive ADHD evaluation
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Medication management when appropriate
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Executive function strategies
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Sleep optimization
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Stress management
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Burnout prevention
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Nutrition and lifestyle considerations
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Practical systems for organization and productivity
Our goal is not simply symptom reduction.
Our goal is helping you function better in real life.
About Ryan Sheridan, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Ryan Sheridan is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Proactive Psychiatry.
His approach combines evidence-based psychiatric care with practical strategies designed to improve focus, executive function, productivity, and overall well-being.
Patients often appreciate the straightforward, collaborative nature of treatment and the focus on helping them make meaningful improvements in everyday life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need formal ADHD testing?
Not always.
Many adults can be diagnosed through a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation that includes symptom history, developmental history, and assessment of current functioning.
Do you prescribe ADHD medication?
When clinically appropriate, medication may be part of treatment. Recommendations are individualized based on your history, symptoms, and goals.
Do you accept insurance?
No.
We are a cash-pay practice.
Many patients choose us because of greater flexibility, transparency, and easier access to care.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Appointments are frequently available within one business day, depending on scheduling availability.
Are appointments virtual?
Yes. Telepsychiatry appointments are available for eligible patients.
Schedule an ADHD Consultation
If you’re struggling with focus, procrastination, executive dysfunction, overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, or symptoms that may be related to ADHD, professional help is available.
Schedule a consultation to learn whether adult ADHD treatment may be right for you.
Why Patients Choose Proactive Psychiatry for ADHD Treatment
Psychiatry should be personal, accessible, and focused on helping you make meaningful progress, not simply managing symptoms.
Comprehensive Care
Treatment addresses more than symptoms alone.
Personalized Treatment
No two patients are exactly alike.
Care is tailored to your goals, challenges, strengths, and circumstances.
Experience With High-Functioning Adults
Many patients are professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and other high-performing individuals seeking practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Adult ADHD Treatment Options
Medication
Medication can be one of the most effective tools available for ADHD treatment. For many individuals, medication improves attention, focus, task initiation, impulse control, and executive functioning.
Treatment decisions are individualized based on symptoms, medical history, goals, preferences, and potential risks and benefits.
Medication is rarely viewed as a complete solution on its own. Instead, it often creates the foundation that allows other strategies to work more effectively.
Behavioral Strategies and Executive Function Support
Many adults with ADHD benefit from learning practical systems that reduce reliance on memory, motivation, or willpower alone.
Examples include:
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External reminders
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Calendar systems
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Task management tools
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Habit formation strategies
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Environmental modifications
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Structured routines
Small improvements in daily systems can often produce significant improvements in functioning.
Psychotherapy and Coaching-Informed Approaches
Therapy can help address many of the emotional and behavioral challenges that accompany ADHD.
Areas of focus may include:
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Anxiety
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Burnout
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Perfectionism
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Self-esteem
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Relationships
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Emotional regulation
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Habit change
Treatment may incorporate principles from evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other approaches when appropriate. I use ACT with all patients.
Nutrition and Brain Health
Nutrition plays an important role in overall mental and physical health.
While there is no single ADHD diet, certain dietary patterns may support attention, energy levels, and cognitive performance.
Areas that may be explored include:
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Adequate protein intake
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Stable blood sugar regulation
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Whole-food dietary patterns
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Omega-3 fatty acids
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Micronutrient status
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Reducing highly processed foods when appropriate
Nutritional interventions are not intended to replace evidence-based ADHD treatment, but they may serve as valuable components of a comprehensive treatment plan.
Exercise and Physical Activity
Exercise is one of the most powerful non-pharmaceutical interventions available for supporting brain health and executive function.
Research suggests regular physical activity may help improve:
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Attention
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Executive functioning
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Mood
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Stress resilience
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Sleep quality
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Energy levels
Many patients notice improved focus and productivity after aerobic exercise, strength training, or other forms of regular movement.
The best exercise program is often the one that can be performed consistently over time.
Stress Reduction and Restorative Practices
Chronic stress can worsen attention, executive function, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.
Many adults with ADHD live in a near-constant state of urgency, making it difficult to recover from daily stressors.
Restorative practices may include:
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Mindfulness meditation
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Breathwork
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Yoga
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Time in nature
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Prayer or spiritual practices
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Relaxation training
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Structured recovery periods
These approaches can help support emotional regulation, reduce stress, and improve resilience.
Building a Sustainable Treatment Plan
There is rarely a single intervention that solves ADHD.
The most successful treatment plans typically combine multiple strategies that work together over time.
The goal is to help patients improve attention, executive function, productivity, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life through a practical, individualized, and sustainable approach.