Adult ADHD Assessments in Oakland and virtually thoughout California
Neuro‑Affirming ADHD Assessments for adults
Maybe you’ve been struggling with focus, follow-through, or getting started, and you’ve always wondered if ADHD is part of the picture. Maybe you were tested before and the results didn’t feel right, or you were told you didn’t qualify but nothing else explained what was going on. Maybe you’re an adult who was never evaluated as a kid because you were too quiet, too high-achieving, or too good at hiding it.
A neuroaffirming assessment won’t just tell you whether you have ADHD. It’ll tell you how your brain actually works, what you’re up against, and what to do about it.
Who this is for?
This assessment is a good fit if you:
- Suspect ADHD but have never been formally evaluated
- Were previously assessed but the results felt incomplete or didn’t match your experience
- Were diagnosed as a child but want a current, adult evaluation
- Are a high performer who is exhausted from compensating
- Are a woman, person of color, or late-diagnosed adult who was missed or misdiagnosed earlier in life
What’s the process?
I’ll guide you through a clear, neuroaffirming, step-by-step experience designed to reduce overwhelm:
A consultation to determine if I’m the right fit for you.
An intake form that helps me plan the assessment.
An intake session to explore your history and current challenges.
Screening sessions, likely in two-hour blocks with breaks.
A session to review findings.
A written report with actionable recommendations.
A follow-up to answer any questions and clarify next steps.
How this assessment is different
These assessments are designed to be neuro‑affirming, strengths-focused, and actionable. The approach treats ADHD as a unique brain wiring rather than a label. It highlights what you do well, not just the challenges, and ensures that at the end of the process, you have concrete ideas to improve focus, organization, emotional regulation, and daily functioning.
The full process is typically five to six sessions, including intake, screening, results review, and a follow-up. Screening sessions are usually two hours with breaks built in.
A written report with findings and concrete, actionable recommendations. Not just a diagnosis, but a roadmap.
No. You can reach out directly to get started.
Assessments are private pay so that the results can be kept between you and me, unless you choose to share with someone else.
Reach out for current pricing and we can talk through what makes sense for your situation.
Yes. I offer assessments via telehealth to adults anywhere in California.
That’s useful information too. The assessment process looks at the full picture, and if something else is going on, we’ll talk about what that might be and what next steps could look like so you get the answers and support that you need.
Yes, and a lot of clients choose to. By then I already know how your brain works, which means we can skip a lot of the early getting-to-know-you stage and get right to the work. Or, we might decide an executive functioning coaching engagement is the right next fit. Either way, I’ll provide you with other referrals besides me, so you can make the choice that works best for you.
Preparing for your assessment
You don’t need to do anything before your assessment. If it’s helpful, you might take a moment to notice patterns in your focus, organization, and daily routines. Just observing how you work and what challenges you notice can make your assessment even more informative.
Learn more
If you have questions or want to figure out if an assessment with me is the right fit, the first step is a quick conversation.