ADHD + Executive Functioning Counseling

Executive functioning encompasses a set of cognitive processes crucial for managing tasks, solving problems, and regulating behavior. It encompasses a range of skills, including:

  1. Inhibition: The ability to control impulses, resist distractions, and maintain focus on relevant information or tasks.

  2. Cognitive Flexibility: The capacity to adapt to changing situations, switch between tasks, and generate alternative solutions to problems.

  3. Working Memory: The ability to hold and manipulate information in mind for short periods, crucial for tasks requiring mental manipulation or multitasking.

  4. Emotional Regulation: The skill of managing and responding to emotions appropriately, including understanding and expressing feelings, as well as regulating emotional responses in various situations.

Executive functioning also involves skills such as planning, organizing, time management, and self-monitoring, all of which are essential for effective goal-directed behavior and successful daily functioning.

ADHD and/or executive functioning issues can result in extreme frustration; it can make even the simplest tasks feel difficult and impossible. Oftentimes, ADHD is accompanied by another condition, such as anxiety or depression.

Embracing an eclectic strategy, our approach will address three pivotal aspects:

  1. Cognitive Perspective: We'll delve into how you perceive and process information, aiming to refine your thinking patterns for greater clarity and efficacy.

  2. Behavioral Dynamics: Understanding the interplay between your thoughts and actions, we'll develop strategies to align behaviors with your intentions, fostering more productive and fulfilling outcomes.

  3. Practical Application: Implementing tools such as visual cues and organizational systems, we'll optimize your daily routines to enhance efficiency and reduce stress, empowering you to navigate life with greater ease.

We’ll work towards more mindfulness, emotional regulation, and communication. You’ve got this!

“"In a gentle way, you can shake the world.

— Dan Millman

Ready to take the next step?

lauren@radiancecounselingdsm.com
(515) 216-0165

1200 Valley West Drive Ste #207

West Des Moines, IA 50266