ADHD
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with ADHD—or you’ve spent years wondering why things feel harder for you than they seem to for others—you’re not alone. Maybe staying organized is a daily struggle, or you often feel overwhelmed, scattered, or misunderstood. You’ve probably heard words like “lazy,” “flaky,” or “too much” and wondered what was wrong with you. The answer? Nothing. You may simply have a brain that works differently—and that’s okay.
At Heartland Therapy Connection in Kansas City, we offer ADHD therapy and coaching for adults navigating exactly this. We specialize in supporting adults with ADHD, especially those diagnosed later in life, as they begin to make sense of their experience, learn practical tools, and build a life that actually works for them. Whether you’re looking to feel more in control, improve your focus, or simply understand yourself better, we’re here to help.
Life with Adult ADHD Can Feel Like:
- Constantly losing track of time or forgetting important things
- Feeling like your brain is always “on”—and not in a helpful way
- Struggling to finish what you start, even things you care about
- Being hard on yourself because you feel like you should be able to keep up
- Having a million tabs open in your brain at once
- Feeling misunderstood, even by people close to you
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
What Is ADHD in Adults?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects focus, emotional regulation, time management, memory, and more. While many people think of ADHD as something that only affects kids, more adults than ever are being diagnosed—especially women and people assigned female at birth who were often overlooked as children.
ADHD shows up differently for everyone. Some adults are more distracted and forgetful. Others feel driven by an inner motor and can’t slow down. Some bounce between focus extremes—zoning out one moment and hyper-focused the next.
Common Symptoms of Adult ADHD
Not everyone experiences all of these, but if several sound familiar, ADHD might be at play:
- Difficulty with focus and attention
- Easily distracted by noises, thoughts, or surroundings
- Losing or misplacing things often
- Struggles with time management or chronic lateness
- Forgetting appointments, birthdays, or to-do items
- Interrupting or speaking without thinking
- Difficulty starting or finishing tasks
- Emotional overwhelm or mood swings
- Trouble relaxing or falling asleep
- Feeling like you’re always behind, no matter how hard you try
Therapy or Coaching—What’s the Difference?
At Heartland Therapy Connection, we offer both individual therapy and ADHD coaching. Here’s how to tell which might be right for you:
ADHD Therapy
Therapy is best if you’re working through mental health struggles like anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship stress alongside ADHD.
Focus Areas:
- Managing shame or low self-esteem
- Processing past trauma or grief
- Dealing with stress, anxiety, or burnout
- Improving communication and relationships
ADHD Coaching
Coaching focuses more on practical tools and strategies to manage your ADHD in daily life. It’s action-oriented and future-focused.
Focus Areas:
- Creating routines that actually stick
- Time management and planning systems
- Breaking big tasks into doable steps
- Accountability and follow-through
- Navigating work, school, or household responsibilities
Not sure which you need? Let’s figure it out together.
Why a Later-in-Life Diagnosis Can Be So Emotional
Finding out you have ADHD in adulthood can bring up a flood of feelings: relief, grief, anger, and even hope. You may finally understand why life has felt like a struggle for so long—but also feel sad about the years spent misunderstanding yourself.
We get it. We help you process all those emotions and build a life that honors how your brain really works, not how others think it should.
This is your time to stop masking, stop apologizing, and start building something sustainable and fulfilling.
Ready to Try Something Different?
Book your free 15-minute consult today and let’s talk about how therapy or coaching can help you thrive with ADHD—not just survive it.
Interested in setting up your first appointment with Heartland Therapy Connection? https://heartlandtherapyconnection.com/
FAQs: ADHD Therapy & Coaching for Adults
1. Do I need a formal diagnosis to start therapy or coaching?
No. While a diagnosis can be helpful, it’s not required. If you’re noticing patterns that sound like ADHD, we can still help.
2. Is ADHD therapy covered by insurance?
Therapy may be covered by your out-of-network benefits or a Health Savings Account (HSA). Coaching is typically private pay. We can help walk you through the details.
3. Can I do therapy or coaching online?
Yes! We offer both in-person sessions in Kansas City and secure virtual sessions across Missouri.
4. What if I have ADHD and anxiety/depression?
You’re not alone—many people with ADHD also deal with anxiety or depression. Our therapists are trained to treat both.
5. I’ve tried planners and time-blocking before. What’s different about this?
The difference is you’re not doing it alone. We help you find what actually works for your brain and support you as you make changes—without the shame spiral.
6. How long will it take to see results?
Everyone is different, but many clients start noticing small shifts within a few weeks. Real change takes time—and we’ll be with you every step.
Our Services
We Care
Every member of the Heartland Therapy Connection team is here because we want to help others.
We understand that life can throw some serious difficulties in your path. Knowing that, we firmly believe that we are all #BetterConnected.
Our goal is to use our education and experience to walk along this path with you. We will try our hardest to help you overcome trauma and learn valuable life skills so that you can thrive.
