Tel. (934) 263-0033
ADOLESCENT & ADULT ADHD, Traumatic Stress, ANXIETY & Depression
Psychological Assessment & Psychotherapy
Tel. (934) 263-0033
ADOLESCENT & ADULT ADHD, Traumatic Stress, ANXIETY & Depression
Psychological Assessment & Psychotherapy
ADHD is often misdiagnosed, and people suffer silently for years. What is ADHD?
ADHD is characterized by problems with executive skills, including inattention, disorganization, restlessness, and impulsivity, and is one of the most common childhood neurodevelopmental disorders. ADHD also affects more than ten million adults. Despite the growth in awareness of ADHD over the past couple of decades, many people with ADHD go undiagnosed.
But unlike depression or anxiety, ADHD is more complicated to diagnose in adolescents and adults. Diagnosing ADHD involves assessing behaviors, especially executive skills, which can fluctuate on a continuum. These behaviors interfere with living a happy and productive life.
Further complicating things, ADHD is also a risk factor for many other conditions, including anxiety and depression. Finding the correct diagnosis requires a well-trained clinician who will properly evaluate and ask the right questions. Psychological help includes executive skills training in time management and organizational skills, reducing impulsive behavior, and developing better problem-solving skills.
What is Traumatic Stress?
Traumatic stress is the psychological impact of a distressing event or situation that causes anxiety, depression, or other emotional and behavioral problems. Some examples of traumatic events are natural disasters, wars, accidents, assaults, or abuse. People who experience or witness traumatic events directly or indirectly (i.e., when the trauma occurs to a significant other) may have difficulty coping and adjusting and may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This mental health condition involves intrusive memories, avoidance, negative mood, and changes in physical and emotional reactions.
Discussing such unexpected and overwhelming events with a professional knowledgeable about trauma can have a very positive effect on recovery. Counseling can help people with traumatic stress by providing a safe and supportive environment to process their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors related to the traumatic event. Counseling can also teach coping skills, such as relaxation techniques, mindfulness, or positive self-talk, to reduce anxiety, depression, and other symptoms. Additionally, counseling can help people with traumatic stress challenge and change negative beliefs about themselves, others, and the world that may have resulted from the trauma.
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How can Dr. Volpe help you?
Dr. Volpe began helping individuals across the lifespan with ADHD, traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression in 1993 and, since then, has helped many people who have struggled with their education, work setting, and relationships. The first step in getting help is a proper evaluation of your needs.
Call or email today to set up your confidential video consultation.
About Joseph S. Volpe, Ph.D., PSYCHOLOGIST, DIRECTOR
Expertise in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Traumatic Stress, Executive Skills Training, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Joseph S. Volpe, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist, School Psychologist, ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), Board Certified Telehealth Professional, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Dr. Volpe has evaluated, consulted, coached, and treated people across the lifespan for over 25 years.
Personalized Telehealth Sessions
Dr. Volpe believes that every client is unique and deserves a personalized assessment and intervention plan. Dr. Volpe works closely with each client to develop a plan that suits their individual needs, goals, and preferences using evidence-based practices to ensure clients are getting the most effective treatment possible.
Compassionate and Non-Judgmental Environment
Dr. Volpe understands that seeking therapy can be a difficult and vulnerable experience. That's why he strives to create a safe and non-judgmental telehealth environment where clients can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings.
Empowering Your Mental Health
Mastering Your ADHD
Help for Traumatic Stress
Help for Traumatic Stress
Discover the root causes of your difficulties and work towards lasting change with personalized assessment and treatment sessions tailored to your unique needs and goals. Learn to reduce distractibility, develop adaptive thinking, manage impulse control, and become more organized and productive.
Help for Traumatic Stress
Help for Traumatic Stress
Help for Traumatic Stress
Traumatic stress encompasses direct or indirect exposure to events or the witnessing of events that are extreme or life-threatening. Counseling can help survivors manage the impact of traumatic events by helping people process traumatic events and the lasting experience of trauma that may follow.
Self-Esteem Counseling
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Build a powerful sense of self-worth and learn to love yourself with evidence-based self-esteem counseling techniques.
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy can be used when the client cannot undergo a longer course of psychotherapy.
Anxiety & Stress Management
Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Anxiety & Stress Management
Learn how to manage anxiety and stress, reduce the negative effects of stress on your health and well-being, and live a more balanced life.
