ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in Los Angeles, CA

Finding ADHD therapists in Los Angeles starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapy for ADHD may focus on executive function coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD, emotional regulation strategies, organization skills, or support with attention and follow-through. Medication management is different and is usually handled by a psychiatrist or another qualified prescriber. Some people look for therapy, some look for medication management, and some work with both. It also helps to look for a therapist whose profile matches your needs, such as therapy for ADHD adults, family therapy for ADHD, support for ADHD in women, or experience with both ADHD and autism.

LA has many therapists across neighborhoods like Silver Lake, Koreatown, Westwood, and the Valley, which can make the search feel broad at first. Narrow your options by choosing the format that fits your schedule, whether that means an in-person office near work, a virtual appointment from home, or evening availability. ADHD can also appear alongside anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or school and work concerns, so it helps to find a therapist with experience across those areas. Before booking, read each therapist’s bio for details about their approach, session style, and specialties listed.

Therapy in Los Angeles can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated cost before you book. Headway helps you search for ADHD therapy in Los Angeles by insurance, appointment type, availability, and therapist specialty. Every therapist listed is accepting new patients, so you can compare bios, review availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.