Adult ADHD Assessments for Sensitive, Intuitive Adults

It might feel like no matter how hard you try, you can’t quite keep up—and inside, you wonder:
“What’s wrong with me?”
“Why can’t I just focus?”
“Why does life feel like an uphill climb?”

You are not lazy.
You are not broken.
You may be living with undiagnosed ADHD, and finally getting clear can be life-changing.

What Is Adult ADHD?

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts:

• Focus

• Time awareness

• Emotional regulation

• Impulsivity

• Task initiation and follow-through

It’s not about willpower. It’s about how your brain is wired.

ADHD often begins in childhood, but many people—especially women, intuitive adults, creatives, and those with trauma histories—aren’t diagnosed until later in life. You may have coped by masking, overachieving, or working twice as hard just to keep up.

But when you know what you’re working with, you can stop blaming yourself and start building systems that actually fit your brain.

What ADHD Might Look Like in Your Life

Work

Projects begin with excitement but fade into overwhelm. Deadlines pass. Time slips away. You may feel like you’re always catching up—but never arriving.

Relationships

You forget plans. Zone out mid-conversation. Struggle to stay present. People might interpret you as inattentive when you’re actually overstimulated, overloaded, or stuck in shame.

Everyday Life

Keys disappear. Emails go unsent. You toggle between hyperfocus and avoidance, and feel guilty either way. The cycle of distraction, self-criticism, and exhaustion feels endless.

Sound familiar?

Let’s bring some compassionate clarity to what’s really going on.

You’re Not Alone—And You’re Not “Too Late”

ADHD is common and treatable. It affects an estimated 5% of adults—but many go undiagnosed due to:

• Gender biases in diagnostic criteria

• High masking and perfectionism

• Co-occurring trauma, anxiety, or depression

• Shame that makes seeking help feel scary

At Love on the Autism Spectrum, we offer comprehensive, collaborative ADHD assessments that go beyond checklists. Our process is:

• Trauma-informed

• Strengths-based

• Respectful of your pace and privacy

• Designed to empower—not pathologize—you

ADHD Screening Tools (Free & Optional)

You’re welcome to begin with one or more of these screeners. While not diagnostic, they can offer insight and guide your next step:

• • Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS v1.1): A screening tool for adults who suspect ADHD. It helps individuals self-assess their symptoms and provides a preliminary indication of whether further evaluation is needed.

• • Barrett Impulsiveness Scale (BIS-11): A self-report questionnaire comprising 30 questions that measure impulsivity, a common symptom of ADHD.

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  • Structured Adult ADHD Self-Test (SAAST): A comprehensive, self-administered test that assesses ADHD symptoms in adults. It is designed to be completed within 20 minutes and provides a score based on the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, including hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity.
  • Copeland Symptom List for Adult ADHD: This self-report questionnaire assesses ADHD symptoms in adults based on the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria. It includes 26 items and takes about 10 minutes to complete.Once completed, we’ll explore the results together and, if it feels right, begin the full assessment process.

The Diagnostic and Assessment Process for ADHD

Our evaluations are rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and neurodivergent respect. Here’s how it works:

1. Clinical Interview

We’ll explore your personal history, daily patterns, family experiences, and how you’ve learned to adapt—so we understand the full picture.

2. Mental Status & Differential Diagnosis

We rule out medical conditions and consider overlapping diagnoses (such as trauma, anxiety, depression, or learning disabilities) to ensure a clear and accurate picture.

3. Standardized Psychological Testing

You’ll complete structured assessments to examine attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, time management, and executive functioning.

4. Neuropsychological Testing

We explore areas like memory, planning, emotional regulation, and task follow-through—using validated tools that uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface.

5. Full History & Record Review

We review medical and mental health records (if available) to gain a holistic understanding of your needs.

Tools We Use in Your ADHD Assessment

We utilize gold-standard diagnostic instruments, including:

• CAARS-2 (Conners’ Adult ADHD Rating Scales): This assessment examines how ADHD impacts your daily life and relationships, providing valuable insights into the challenges you face.
• Brown EF/A (Executive Function/Attention): This tool focuses on executive functioning, helping identify difficulties with memory, time management, and task organization.
• DIVA-5 (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults): Using the latest ADHD diagnostic criteria from the DSM-5TR, this structured interview aligns your experiences with clinical standards to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

These tools help us map your ADHD profile clearly, accurately, and respectfully—while honoring your lived experience.

What Happens During an ADHD Assessment?

Seeking an assessment is a decisive first step toward clarity and relief. Here’s what you can expect when you book a session with us:

Initial Intake Session: We’ll delve into your personal and family history, examining your experiences with focus, attention, and historical and current behavioral patterns.

Comprehensive Evaluation: You’ll complete standardized assessments to depict your strengths and challenges clearly. A behavioral assessment is also conducted to understand the impact of ADHD on daily activities.

Feedback and Next Steps:  After reviewing your results, we’ll discuss a personalized plan, including potential therapies, strategies, and resources to help you regain control over your life.

Cost and Investment

What Happens After the Assessment?

You’ll receive:

• A clear diagnosis (if applicable)

• Insight into your unique executive functioning profile

• Strategies tailored to your brain

• A roadmap for next steps—including therapy, coaching, or accommodations

If you continue with me, I offer ongoing ADHD therapy to support integration, growth, and nervous system regulation.

What ADHD Therapy Can Offer You

Through weekly or biweekly sessions, we’ll work on:

Understanding

Make sense of how ADHD affects your energy, relationships, and life patterns.

Skill-Building

Practice executive function tools like time-blocking, priority setting, emotional regulation, and sensory pacing.

Emotional Healing

Address the grief, shame, or burnout that often accompanies late-diagnosed ADHD.

Self-Compassion

Learn to advocate for your needs without apology—and celebrate your neurodivergent brilliance.

Addressing Common Fears About ADHD Assessment

Ready to Feel Clearer, Calmer, and More in Control?

An ADHD assessment isn’t just about diagnosis. It’s about:

Knowing yourself more fully        Letting go of shame

Learning tools that actually work for your brain

Reclaiming your energy, focus, and direction

We’ll explore whether this is the right next step for you—no pressure, no assumptions, just support.

You’ve held it together for long enough.
Let’s find a way to help you thrive, not just survive.

Take a breath.
Settle in.
I’m glad you’re here.