ADHD Therapy

Virtual ADHD Therapy and In Person in Oshawa and Ajax

Therapy for adults and teens with ADHD, provided by certified ADHD specialists Laura Bloom, virtually to clients across Ontario. Laura Bloom is a Registered Social Worker and specialized neuro affirming ADHD therapist who knows how to work with your brain to reduce anxiety and shame, and increase peace and self compassion. Book a free 20 minute video consultation.

ADHD Therapy might be perfect for you if:

You can be impulsive or have big mood swings and it’s impacting your relationships

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You’re exhausted but feel like you're not accomplishing anything

You want to work with a neuro-affirming therapist who has lived experience and understands what you’re talking about

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You have the best of intentions to stick to a routine but it always falls apart

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You’ve always felt different, and that things should come easier to you

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There’s a mean, critical voice in your head

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You were diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and are trying to figure out what to do now

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Does it matter if my therapist understands ADHD?

We understand ADHD from both medical and social perspectives. And from lived experience - that means some of our therapists have ADHD themselves.

A therapist who doesn’t understand ADHD can miss or misinterpret things like exhaustion, mood swings, or procrastination for depression or anxiety when they’re really symptoms of ADHD. An informed understanding means you’ll get informed solutions.

The medical model of ADHD looks at how ADHD shows up within a person, usually from a neurological perspective. ADHD therapy that comes from a medical view will spend time exploring things like executive functioning, medication, mood, and then looking for solutions, skills, or strategies to support someone in areas where they may be struggling. This is important, but we know that these aren’t the only ways people are impacted by ADHD.

ADHD therapy that comes from the social model will look to understand how the person is impacted by ADHD in the context of their environment, including family, friends, work, and school, and in the relationship they have with themself. This understanding will explore things like shame, guilt, fear, loneliness, and isolation - all emotions that tend to come with living with ADHD.

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What is Executive Dysfunction?

Executive function skills are a group of mental skills needed for planning, organizing, prioritizing, and completing tasks. For adults and adolescents, executive dysfunction can feel like constantly being “stuck,” despite knowing exactly what needs to be done. These challenges are not due to laziness or lack of effort—they are neurobiological and require targeted strategies to manage. Specific executive functions include:

  • Working memory

  • Sustained attention

  • Organization

  • Time management

  • Planning & prioritizing

  • Emotional control

  • Flexibility

  • Response inhibition

  • Metacognition

  • Goal directed persistence

  • Task initiation

Why Executive Dysfunction Matters in Therapy

Understanding executive dysfunction is crucial in ADHD therapy because these struggles often impact daily functioning, self-esteem, and relationships. When left unaddressed, they can contribute to chronic stress, anxiety, and frustration. In therapy, we focus on:

  • Identifying your unique executive function challenges

  • Developing personalized strategies to manage tasks, time, and responsibilities

  • Supporting emotional regulation when tasks feel overwhelming

  • Building sustainable routines that reduce daily stress

By addressing executive dysfunction in therapy, you can experience meaningful improvements in productivity, confidence, and quality of life.

How does ADHD Therapy work?

ADHD Therapy at The Relationship Agency helps you learn about ADHD and figure out what’s ADHD and what’s “you”. You’ll feel more understood and less alone.

We’ll support you to develop self-compassion while also figuring out practical strategies to improve things like time management, task initiation and completion, and organization.

Our ADHD therapy in Ontario combines evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs:

  1. Psychoeducation
    Learn how ADHD and executive dysfunction affect your brain and behavior, helping you understand that your challenges are neurological, not personal failures.

  2. Skill-Building
    Practice tools and strategies for time management, organization, prioritization, and task initiation.

  3. Cognitive and Emotional Support
    Explore how ADHD affects emotions, relationships, and self-esteem. Learn self-compassion techniques to reduce guilt and frustration.

  4. Behavioral Strategies
    Implement routines, reminders, and systems designed specifically for your brain’s needs.

  5. Easy Virtual and In Person Options
    Access therapy conveniently from home or in our Oshawa or Ajax offices. We offer flexible scheduling to meet your lifestyle.

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Why Choose The Relationship Agency for ADHD Therapy?

  • ADHD therapists who are Certified Professional ADHD-Clinical Services Providers, with training and experience in ADHD, executive dysfunction, and adult-focused strategies

  • Social Workers who have ADHD, giving them a unique understanding of the lived experience of navigating a neurotypical world as a neurodivergent person

  • Flexible virtual therapy in Ontario

  • Personalized approaches to help you thrive

  • Evidence-based methods for long-term results

Pricing & Details

How does it work?

We’ll complete an intake session to identify your goals and get clear on what you’re hoping to achieve through therapy. We’ll start with understanding your unique brain and how ADHD shows up in your life so that we can develop strategies specifically tailored to you. We recommend weekly sessions to start so that you can build a relationship with your therapist and get momentum on moving toward the changes you want to see. 

Learn about ADHD and figure out what’s ADHD and what’s “you”.

ADHD Therapy

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$175

for a 50 minute session

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FAQ’s About ADHD Therapy

  • Therapy helps you understand your ADHD brain, develop coping strategies, and create systems to manage daily life. This includes support for executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, and building long-term habits.

    Most importantly, ADHD therapy can help you build self compassion, feel less isolated, and heal feelings of shame, guilt, or loneliness.

  • No. Therapy can support anyone experiencing ADHD-like challenges. We can also help guide you through assessments if a formal diagnosis is needed.

  • Yes. Our virtual ADHD therapy sessions allow you to receive professional support from home, with flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.

  • Length of therapy varies depending on your goals. Some clients benefit from short-term skill-building sessions, while others prefer ongoing support for consistent strategies and accountability.

  • The focus of your sessions is completely up to you. Some people with ADHD come to us for therapy not because of ADHD, but because of a separate issue like a relationship or grief - they just want to work with someone who has an understanding of their unique experience. Addressing executive dysfunction can be a central part of our ADHD therapy approach. We create practical, individualized strategies that work for your unique brain.

  • Yes. By combining psychoeducation, skill-building, and behavioral strategies, clients report improvements in focus, organization, and follow-through.

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