Understand Yourself
ADHD Therapy in Melbourne and Australia-Wide
You can’t seem to get on top of things, no matter how hard you try.
Running away and becoming a forest creature feels like the only way to escape your exhaustion
Whether you’re newly diagnosed and trying to recontextualise your whole life, or have known for a long time but the tools you use have stopped working, you’re looking for something more than “just try harder.”
You might have noticed how the strategies that work for other people haven’t been working for you, or that you’ve been saying “I’ll sort it out once things quiet down” for months, and it never got any quieter. Maybe your chores, tasks, and emails are getting unmanageable, or you’re considering quitting your job because you can’t cope.
There used to be some breathing room between the bad days, but now…
Worry invades every spare thought
You’re not sleeping, or sleeping all the time
You got all the tools, alarms, and plannres, but nothing helps
Those “gifted child to burnout pipeline” memes aren’t so funny anymore
Try out support that’s designed for you
Learn about ADHD from an insider perspective, instead of outcome-based guesses
Discover how your life impacts your ADHD, so you can make informed choices
Hear about other people’s strategies, and build your own based on your unique circumstances
Try out a “neutral” perspective on ADHD: not a fatal flaw, not a superpower, just another way to be with its own pros and cons
Here’s what we’ll do together
Learn about your brain’s needs, and create systems specific to you.
Figuring out how your brain works and how to achieve your goals while also trying to juggle your responsibilities can feel overwhelming - it felt overwhelming just writing it. So getting support can take some of the pressure off of you to do it all by yourself, while still being in control of the process. And you could use a bit less pressure and a bit more control.
ADHD looks different for each of us because our brains are unique - and so it our history. That’s why coaching is a personalised process of figuring out what things are like for you, what’s working, and what isn’t- then making new choices.
Together we can:
Explain why certain tasks feel impossible to start, and ways to get around it
Understand “executive dysfunction” - what it means, what it looks like for you, and what to do about it
Notice when ADHD has been a neutral, or positive part of your life - problem solving, creativity, and “big picture” thinking are common!
Use support, self-knowledge, and creativity to work with your brain, instead of against it, and regain the energy to live the life you want
You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. Let’s work together to design the life that you can thrive in.
You have what you need already
Let ADHD counselling help you to…
Understand yourself enough to know what you need to reach your goals
Regain the energy to see friends, have hobbies, and live your life again
See ADHD as one part of who you are, instead of the thing that’s holding you back
Listen to your needs, and can trust your instincts to help guide you
Support your way
Support, your way
Questions?
FAQs
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Historically, ADHD was studied and diagnosed based on male-presenting traits, often overlooking how it manifests in women. Traits like inattentiveness, masking, and perfectionism—common in women—were frequently misunderstood or misdiagnosed. Increased awareness and advocacy have improved recognition and diagnosis for women.
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Not at all! People with ADHD often experience hyperfocus on tasks they find interesting or engaging. The challenge is regulating attention, not an absence of focus altogether.
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Executive dysfunction refers to difficulties with planning, organizing, starting, or completing tasks—common struggles for people with ADHD. It’s not about laziness; it’s about how the brain processes and prioritizes information.
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Research suggests ADHD is often underdiagnosed, especially in women, nonbinary individuals, and people from marginalized communities. Misunderstandings and stereotypes contribute to this issue.
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A diagnosis can provide clarity, but even without one, exploring ADHD-friendly strategies and seeking professional support can help you better understand your needs and challenges.
A diganosis will tell you if you fit the criteria for ADHD, but it won’t tell you about your specific experience with ADHD. If you want more personalised information, then an assessment, or talking with a counsellor or coach, will be more useful.
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