Occupational Therapy in Tennessee for ADHD and Executive Functioning Challenges
Work With How Your Brain is Wired
ADHD doesn’t just impact one area of life. It’s a different way of thinking, moving, relating, and understanding the world.
This is where occupational therapy (OT) for ADHD really shines. OT looks at all the areas impacted by ADHD to come up with personalized and effective solutions.
Once you understand ADHD better and how to work with it, you’ll find it’s a friend and not an opponent to be conquered.
We provide occupational therapy to people with ADHD and executive functioning challenges in Shelby County and throughout Tennessee.
We adjust our services based on the age of the client – starting at age 3, moving up through school, and into college.
Common challenges with ADHD addressed by OT:
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Difficulty with writing or typing impacting school performance and self-confidence
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Fine motor challenges leading to frustration with writing or getting dressed
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Difficulty with processing visual information making it difficult to complete schoolwork or drive
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Inability to accomplish tasks due to lack of planning, organization, and time management
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Difficulty making friends due to social challenges including interrupting, playing too rough, or being too overwhelmed to participate
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Fight or flight response to loud or overwhelming situations
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Incoordination or clumsy movements making it difficult to play with friends or sit in a chair at work or school.
ADHD and executive functioning challenges look different for everyone. We’re happy to answer your questions with a free consultation.
From Start to Finish, OT for ADHD offers Personalized Attention
Unfortunately, the strategies for learning and doing we typically get taught in schools don’t work well for those with ADHD. This often causes a lifelong struggle where individuals blame themselves instead of the faulty strategies they’re using.
Our services look to change that. We focus on approaching everyday situations in a way that works with – not against – the way ADHD brains are wired.
Our Process
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Free consultation Ensure we’re a good fit for your needs
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Evaluation Identify what to work on.
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Sessions Personalized education, strategies and practice
Evaluation
A key component of occupational therapy services is the initial evaluation. We dive into areas of difficulty and look for underlying root causes for the challenges you’re seeing in daily life. This helps us select areas to target in our intervention sessions.
Sessions
When it comes to ADHD, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. We have an entire library of ADHD interventions and personalize each session based on your strengths, needs, and goals.
Your sessions could include:
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Movement or balance activities to target wiring in the ADHD brain for improved attention, concentration, and coordination.
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Personalized ADHD education and recommendations for client and parent empowerment.
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Assistance with developing an in-home calming zone to reduce outbursts and overwhelm at home.
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Setting up systems or organization strategies to stop losing, forgetting, or avoiding tasks.
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Modifying and practicing skills like handwriting, typing, or med management without the frustration of trying methods designed for people without ADHD
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Identifying and practicing sensory strategies for better self-regulation, attention, and enjoyment of daily life.
And so much more!
When you understand the ‘why’ behind ADHD, it opens so many exciting options for personalized interventions.
And once you learn what works, you reap the rewards for years to come as you refine and apply the same knowledge and strategies.
Occupational Therapy Sessions Where You Feel Comfortable
A main objective is to partner together to practice daily strategies in a way that incorporates your space, routines, and preferences.
We’re able to come to you, in your home – so we can see and practice in your real daily environment. It’s also possible to meet in community locations around Shelby county, or via telehealth based on your location and needs.
Need OT for ADHD but live outside of Shelby County? Telehealth is a convenient and effective option for those in Tennessee who live outside our travel range.
In Case You're Wondering About
Paying For Occupational Therapy
We are currently awaiting credentialing with several insurers. However, we offer competitive private pay rates.
Meaning that you’ll need to self-pay for sessions with Accent ADHD. Upon request, we are able to provide a receipt which sometimes can be submitted towards your insurance deductible or qualify for reimbursement.
Contact us for details on insurance coverage or whether in person or telehealth meets your location needs.
A bright and creative life awaits! Get the targeted strategies and support to address the parts of ADHD that are getting in the way.
Discover more by setting up a free consultation today!