I have experience in assessing and screening ADHD in both children and adults to make proper referrals for specialized evaluation if necessary. I also work with medical practitioners to monitor ADHD symptoms and make use of behavioural strategies to supplement pharmaceutical treatments.
Counsellor/Therapist, M.Ed, RP (Qualifying), RCC, CCC
I've worked with post-secondary students (undergrad and grad students) along with working professionals who have many things on their to-do lists - whether it's for work life or personal life - and just not enough time to do it all. Not only is there not enough time but not enough energy. But when there is enough time somehow the task is always put off til the last minute. I support my clients with ADHD/ADHD symptoms in finding the balance that works for them to help reduce stress and feel more settled in their day-to-day. *Free 15 min Consultation Phone Call*
Licensed Professional Counsellor, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
Being an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), I am passionate about helping you tackle obstacles that delay your wellbeing. People with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) sometimes feel helpless in managing symptoms such as inattention or impulsivity. A large portion of our work will be exploring your unique struggles because every person experiences symptoms of ADHD in varying ways. I will help you gain a deeper understanding of the factors that exacerbate your difficulties. I will also provide psychoeducation on the relationship between ADHD and the brain. Collaboratively we can devise a treatment plan that combats the specific struggles you are experiencing.
If you're experiencing challenges with beginning tasks, finishing what you need to get done, or find yourself getting misaligned and distracted, you might be finding yourself feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. Working together, we can begin creating structured, organized ways of approaching life to make it, and its daily tasks, more rewarding.
Therapy for ADHD focuses on a deep understanding of the cognitive processes that inform executive functioning and treatment includes learning skills to manage time, improve organization, and enhance concentration.
I believe ADHD is a difference, not a disorder, and that our early experiences in the education system deny our natural inclination to move our bodies and be curious about life and our environment. I support clients in finding the appropriate strategies for ADHD management that are unique to them and their specific needs.
At Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy, we specialize in offering supportive and compassionate care tailored for individuals with ADHD. Understanding that ADHD affects every aspect of life—from personal relationships to professional environments—we provide therapies focused on enhancing attention, organization, and emotional regulation.
Our approach to ADHD includes integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques that help in developing practical skills for managing daily challenges. We also employ mindfulness and executive functioning training to improve focus, reduce impulsivity, and foster a greater sense of control. Through individualized therapy sessions, we work collaboratively with our clients to create personalized strategies that leverage their strengths, helping them navigate the complexities of ADHD with confidence and self-understanding.
With a deep commitment to understanding each client's unique experiences and needs, our goal is to empower individuals with ADHD to achieve their fullest potential, enhancing both personal growth and overall well-being. Whether you are seeking strategies for coping with daily tasks or support in managing ADHD in conjunction with other mental health issues, our therapists are here to guide and support you on your journey toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Many of our team have lived experience with ADHD, as well as a lot of professional training to help you work WITH your ADHD, not only to find strategies to make things feel easier, but also to find self-acceptance in your neurodivergence.
Having ADHD/ASD myself, I started my practice in 2013, with the passion to empower those with different brains to learn management skills that work for their specific issues. I especially want everyone to understand that ADHD is an executive function malfunction. We will dive into every executive function and you will understand your specific brain and what it needs.
Within a few years, I realized there was a big need to understand how executive function malfunction was impacting our sexuality. We often struggle with boundaries. That will definitely impact our choices or lack of choosing in all of our life, including erotically.
Did you know there is a higher rate of sexual issues among people with ADHD? I had to overcome many.
My passion to empower people with ADHD becomes stronger with each client who overcomes their blocks and hurts, and sets themself up for success, whatever that meant to them.
I am honoured to do this unique work that changes people's lives in major ways.
I UNDERSTAND THE ISSUES!