Understanding ADHD in women

The Hidden Nature

ADHD symptoms can be less visible in women compared to men. Where boys often display hyperactive and disruptive behavior, women are more likely to experience inattention, daydreaming, and emotional dysregulation. Women are more likely to notice symptoms of anxiety and/or depression. These symptoms can be caused by hidden ADHD or can disorders on their own. This discrepancy can lead to women being underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed, as their symptoms may not fit the traditional stereotype of ADHD.

Many women with ADHD develop coping mechanisms that help them navigate their daily lives, but these can come at a cost. They may work harder to appear organized and focused, masking their struggles. This phenomenon, known as "masking," can lead to increased anxiety and stress.

The Impact on Daily Life

Women with ADHD often juggle various responsibilities, such as careers, family, and social obligations. Balancing these roles can be particularly challenging, leading to feelings of overwhelm and self-doubt. The pressure to conform to societal expectations can exacerbate ADHD symptoms, making it difficult for women to recognize their needs and seek help.

The Strengths of ADHD

While ADHD presents challenges, it also comes with unique strengths. Many women with ADHD are highly creative, intuitive, and resilient. Their ability to think outside the box can lead to innovative solutions and fresh perspectives in both personal and professional settings. Recognizing and embracing these strengths is crucial for empowering women with ADHD to thrive.

Seeking Help and Support

Kate Vessels, LISW-S is passionate about bringing awareness and understanding to support ADHD women. Seeking support is imperative to ADHD women in order break the negative stigma and shame they can experience. Kate provides individual and group counseling to empower ADHD women to learn the strategies, receive the support, confidence and healing they deserve. There is not one ADHD women that presents the same. Kate strives to encourage ADHD women to embrace their uniqueness and thrive in all asoects of life.

  • Intake for Individual Therapy: 50 min for $165

    Individual Therapy: 50 min for $150

    Intake for Group Therapy: 30 min for $50

    Group Therapy: 90 minutes for $100

  • Flourish & Focus ADHD Services: OhioHealthy, accepts Out-Of-Network Benefits

    Leonard Counseling: UnitedHealth Care, Optum, OhioHealthy, accepts Out-of-Network Benefits

    Insurance clients will be charged when claims are returned to the therapist. It is the client’s responsibility to know their benefits and insurance costs for sessions. If there are any accommodations needed please discuss with Kate Vessels, LISW-S or Gretchen Leonard, LISW-S prior to the first appointment.

  • Paying Private Gets You Better Care:

    • Expert therapists with 20 years of experience.

    • Receiving and ealing with highly specialized treatment.

    • Therapists are able to spend more time on providing quality care.

    • Therapists have less documentation requirements, paperwork, and insurance phone calls.

    • Mental health diagnoses are not mandatory and are not submitted to your private health records.

    • Increased privacy and confidentiality. Insurance can request your chart at any time.

    • Increased flexibility to choose the -focus, duration, and frequency of therapy.

    • Research shows that clients who pay a fee for treatment have more positive outcomes.

    • Insurance premiums and life insurance policies will not increase based on mental health diagnosis and treatment.

  • Client may pay with all major credit cards and HSA/FSA funds.

  • Clients are required to provide at least 48 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations.

    Individual Counseling Sessions: Late cancellation or no show fee is $150.

    Group Counseling Sessions: Cancellation or no show fee is $100.

    Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

  • Clients will typically be reimbursed for a portion of their session fee through their insurance. We encouraged you to contact your insurance company prior to starting services to determine out-of-network benefits.

    You will pay your provider the full fee at the time of service. We provide superbills directly to you through the client portal. Clients are responsible for submitting the monthly superbill to their insurance company, which can be done by fax, through an online system, or by mail.

    Reimbursement will be processed at your out-of-network benefit rate by your insurance company.