LGBTQ+ Affirming Adult ADHD Care in Pennsylvania & Delaware
Respectful Evaluation. Individualized Treatment. Affirming Adult ADHD Care.
ADHD Philadelphia provides adult ADHD evaluation, testing, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, and executive-function-focused care for LGBTQ+ adults ages 18–64 throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, nonbinary, gender-diverse, questioning, asexual, and other LGBTQ+ adults can experience the same core ADHD symptoms as anyone else.
These may include difficulty with:
Attention
Organization
Time management
Working memory
Task initiation
Procrastination
Impulse control
Emotional regulation
Following through
Managing responsibilities
Your sexual orientation or gender identity does not determine whether you have ADHD.
It also should not prevent you from receiving respectful, evidence-informed ADHD care.
At the same time, your broader life experiences may matter.
Relationships, family expectations, workplace environments, previous healthcare experiences, discrimination, minority stress, anxiety, depression, sleep, trauma, medical treatment, and other factors may influence functioning and can be discussed when clinically relevant.
The goal is not to make assumptions about you because you are LGBTQ+.
The goal is to understand you.
Not sure whether ADHD Philadelphia is the right fit? A free 10-minute consultation is available before scheduling.
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LGBTQ+ Identity Is Not an ADHD Symptom
Being lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, nonbinary, gender-diverse, asexual, questioning, or otherwise LGBTQ+ is not a symptom of ADHD.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity that begin during childhood and interfere with functioning.
Sexual orientation and gender identity are separate aspects of a person's identity.
Having ADHD does not explain someone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
Likewise, being LGBTQ+ does not establish that someone has ADHD.
A comprehensive evaluation examines:
Developmental history
Current ADHD symptoms
Functional impairment
Symptoms across relevant settings
Executive functioning
Medical history
Psychiatric history
Sleep
Medications
Substance-use considerations
Possible alternative explanations
Possible co-occurring conditions
Standardized ADHD measures
Testing when clinically appropriate
Learn more about Adult ADHD Diagnosis in Pennsylvania & Delaware.
ADHD Can Look Different in Adulthood
Adult ADHD does not always look like obvious hyperactivity.
Adults may struggle with:
Chronic procrastination
Time blindness
Losing track of responsibilities
Difficulty starting important tasks
Forgetting appointments or conversations
Trouble organizing work or household responsibilities
Difficulty switching between tasks
Inconsistent follow-through
Impulsive decisions
Mental restlessness
Emotional reactivity
Difficulty sustaining attention during repetitive work
Hyperfocus on highly interesting activities
Difficulty recovering after interruptions
Frequently losing important items
Feeling chronically behind
Depending on urgency to become productive
These difficulties may occur regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Why ADHD May Not Have Been Recognized Earlier
Many adults reach adulthood without realizing they may have ADHD.
Symptoms may have been less visible because the person:
Performed well academically
Had highly structured environments
Developed strong compensation strategies
Had supportive parents or teachers
Chose stimulating activities or careers
Relied heavily on deadlines
Had primarily inattentive symptoms
Was described as forgetful, disorganized, emotional, or inconsistent
Learned to hide areas of difficulty
Did not have access to an ADHD evaluation
LGBTQ+ adults may also have spent significant emotional energy navigating concerns involving:
Identity
Family acceptance
Relationships
Safety
Discrimination
School environments
Workplace environments
Healthcare experiences
Belonging
For some adults, these concerns may have received more attention than longstanding executive-function difficulties.
That does not mean LGBTQ+ identity caused ADHD.
It means that people's lives are complex, and one important concern may sometimes make another less visible.
You Do Not Need to Fit an ADHD Stereotype
There is no single appearance of adult ADHD.
You can have ADHD and be:
Successful
Quiet
Highly educated
A professional
A business owner
A parent
Creative
Organized in some parts of life
Transgender
Cisgender
Nonbinary
Gay
Lesbian
Bisexual
Queer
Questioning
Asexual
Another sexual orientation or gender identity
The diagnostic question is not whether you match an ADHD stereotype.
The question is whether your developmental history, symptoms, functional impairment, and broader clinical evaluation support ADHD.
Professional Success Can Hide ADHD
Some LGBTQ+ adults are also professionals managing highly demanding careers.
Professional success does not rule out ADHD.
Adults may maintain high performance through:
Long work hours
Deadline pressure
Anxiety-driven productivity
Multiple calendars
Elaborate reminder systems
Perfectionism
Repeated checking
Overpreparing
Working during evenings or weekends
Sacrificing rest to catch up
Administrative support
Careers that provide novelty or stimulation
A useful question is not simply:
“Are you successful?”
It is also:
“What does maintaining that success require from you?”
Explore Adult ADHD Care for Professionals in Pennsylvania & Delaware.
Minority Stress Can Affect Attention and Functioning
LGBTQ+ adults may experience stress related to:
Stigma
Discrimination
Rejection
Concealment
Safety concerns
Workplace experiences
Family relationships
Social environments
Previous healthcare experiences
Chronic stress may affect:
Concentration
Working memory
Sleep
Emotional regulation
Motivation
Energy
Decision-making
Daily routines
Anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, chronic stress, burnout, and sleep difficulties can also create problems that overlap with ADHD symptoms.
That is one reason differential diagnosis matters.
A clinician should not automatically assume that concentration difficulties are caused by ADHD.
It is equally important not to assume that possible ADHD symptoms are simply caused by LGBTQ+ identity or minority stress.
Sometimes more than one factor is contributing.
ADHD Evaluation Should Make Room for Your Actual Life
Affirming care means you should be able to discuss relevant parts of your life without assuming your identity itself is the problem.
When clinically relevant, an ADHD evaluation may include discussion of:
Current relationships
Family relationships
Living environment
Workplace or educational experiences
Previous healthcare experiences
Stress
Sleep
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma history
Substance use
Social support
Gender identity
Sexual orientation
Gender-affirming healthcare
Current medications
Other medical treatment
These topics are considered when they help clarify your symptoms, health, functioning, or treatment.
You should not have to turn every ADHD appointment into a discussion about LGBTQ+ identity.
But you should be able to discuss identity-related experiences when they matter.
Your Name and Pronouns Matter
Respectful care begins with communication.
ADHD Philadelphia aims to address patients using the name and pronouns they use.
There may occasionally be administrative circumstances in which legal information must appear in:
Prescription records
Laboratory records
Insurance-related documents
Medical records
Other regulated documentation
That should not prevent respectful communication during your care.
When clarification is needed, the goal should be to ask rather than assume.
Transgender, Nonbinary & Gender-Diverse Adults With ADHD Concerns
Research has increasingly examined ADHD among transgender and gender-diverse populations.
Some studies and reviews have reported higher rates of ADHD diagnoses or ADHD symptoms among certain transgender and gender-diverse populations than among some comparison groups.
However, this research continues to develop.
An association does not establish that being transgender causes ADHD.
It also does not establish that ADHD causes someone to be transgender.
For individual clinical care, the important principle is straightforward:
A transgender, nonbinary, or gender-diverse adult with possible ADHD deserves an appropriate ADHD evaluation based on the same established diagnostic principles used for other adults.
Gender identity should neither be treated as proof of ADHD nor used as a reason to dismiss possible ADHD symptoms.
Two Adult ADHD Evaluation Options
Adults seek ADHD evaluations for different reasons.
Some want diagnostic clarification and plan to continue treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Others primarily want a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and expect ongoing care to occur elsewhere.
ADHD Philadelphia therefore offers two evaluation pathways.
Pathway 1 — ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care
$300 Total Initial Evaluation
This pathway is intended for adults who want an ADHD evaluation and plan to establish ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia when continued care is clinically appropriate.
Step 1 — Initial ADHD Consultation: $150
The consultation may review:
Current ADHD symptoms
Childhood and developmental history
Functional impairment
School experiences
Work and professional functioning
Relationships
Household responsibilities
Executive-function difficulties
Sleep
Medical history
Psychiatric history
Current medications
Previous treatment
Substance-use considerations
Relevant social or environmental stress
Relevant identity or healthcare experiences when clinically appropriate
Possible alternative explanations
Possible co-occurring conditions
The purpose is to understand the broader clinical picture rather than diagnose ADHD from a single symptom, questionnaire, or test.
Step 2 — ADHD Testing & Results Appointment: $150
Testing may include standardized ADHD rating scales and computerized cognitive assessment when clinically appropriate.
Computerized testing does not independently diagnose ADHD.
Testing is interpreted alongside:
Developmental history
Current symptoms
Functional impairment
Clinical interview findings
Standardized rating scales
Medical and psychiatric history
Differential diagnosis
Other relevant information
Your results and clinical findings are reviewed with you.
Total Initial Evaluation: $300
$150 Initial ADHD Consultation
$150 ADHD Testing & Results Appointment
Ongoing Treatment
Ongoing ADHD treatment and medication-management appointments are:
$150 per appointment
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Pathway 2 — ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only
$500 Comprehensive Standalone Diagnostic Evaluation
This pathway is designed for adults who want a comprehensive ADHD diagnostic evaluation but do not plan to establish ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia at the time of the evaluation.
Depending on the individual clinical situation, the evaluation may include:
Detailed diagnostic interview
Current ADHD symptom assessment
Childhood and developmental history
Functional impairment
Work or academic functioning
Executive-function assessment
Medical history
Psychiatric history
Sleep
Medication review
Substance-use considerations
Standardized ADHD questionnaires
ADHD testing
Differential diagnosis
Relevant records when needed
Collateral information when clinically appropriate
Other information necessary to reach an appropriate diagnostic conclusion
Total Standalone Evaluation: $500
Diagnostic Documentation
Diagnostic documentation is generally completed within 7 days after all required appointments, testing, questionnaires, records, and requested information have been completed and received.
The seven-day period does not necessarily begin after the first appointment.
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For a step-by-step explanation of both pathways, visit the ADHD Philadelphia Patient Journey.
Which ADHD Evaluation Pathway Should I Choose?
Choose ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care — $300 if:
You want an ADHD evaluation and plan to establish ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia when clinically appropriate.
Initial evaluation: $300
Ongoing treatment: $150 per appointment
Choose ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500 if:
Your primary goal is comprehensive diagnostic clarification or documentation and you do not plan to establish ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia at the time of the evaluation.
ADHD Testing Should Be Interpreted in Context
There is no separate “LGBTQ+ ADHD test.”
The diagnostic principles for ADHD remain the same.
Computerized testing and standardized questionnaires may provide useful information.
They do not replace the clinical evaluation.
Factors such as:
Sleep deprivation
Anxiety
Depression
Chronic stress
Trauma
Medication effects
Substance use
Medical conditions
may influence attention, working memory, reaction time, motivation, or other areas of cognitive functioning.
Testing results therefore need to be interpreted within the complete clinical context.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Testing & Evaluation in Pennsylvania & Delaware.
Adult ADHD Symptoms Can Overlap With Other Conditions
Difficulty concentrating does not automatically mean ADHD.
Similar difficulties may occur with:
Anxiety
Depression
Chronic stress
Burnout
Trauma-related conditions
Sleep disorders
Substance use
Medication effects
Medical conditions
Bipolar disorder
Learning disorders
Other psychiatric conditions
Other neurodevelopmental conditions
ADHD can also occur alongside another condition.
For example, an adult may have ADHD and anxiety.
Or ADHD and depression.
Or ADHD and a sleep disorder.
The purpose of evaluation is to determine which factors are contributing rather than forcing every symptom into one explanation.
Read ADHD vs Anxiety: How Adults Can Tell the Difference.
Executive Function and Adult ADHD
Many adults do not initially describe their concern as:
“I have an attention problem.”
Instead, they may say:
“I know what I need to do, but I cannot start.”
“I lose track of time.”
“I make plans but cannot follow them consistently.”
“I forget what I was doing after interruptions.”
“I only become productive when the deadline becomes urgent.”
These difficulties may involve executive functions such as:
Working memory
Task initiation
Time management
Planning
Organization
Prioritization
Sustained attention
Response inhibition
Emotional regulation
Goal-directed persistence
Self-monitoring
Cognitive flexibility
Executive-function difficulties are important to evaluate, but they are not proof of ADHD by themselves.
Explore the Executive Function in Adults With ADHD Resource Center.
Emotional Regulation, Rejection & Real-Life Experiences
Some adults with ADHD experience difficulty regulating emotional responses, managing frustration, or recovering after conflict.
At the same time, LGBTQ+ adults may have experienced actual rejection, discrimination, invalidation, or exclusion.
Those should not automatically be treated as the same thing.
Not every strong emotional response is an ADHD symptom.
Not every experience of rejection is imagined or a cognitive distortion.
Sometimes an environment really is unsupportive.
Clinical care should leave room for both neurological differences and the reality of the person's environment.
Race, Culture & LGBTQ+ Identity Can Intersect
People do not experience ADHD through only one part of themselves.
A person may simultaneously be:
Black and transgender
Latino and gay
Asian American and bisexual
Multiracial and nonbinary
LGBTQ+ and a healthcare professional
LGBTQ+ and a caregiver
LGBTQ+ and an immigrant
LGBTQ+ and a business owner
LGBTQ+ and living with another disability
Neurodivergent in more than one way
No single identity explains the entire person.
Race, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, family expectations, workplace experiences, healthcare experiences, and other parts of life may intersect in ways that are relevant to clinical care.
Adults who want additional information about race, culture, ADHD recognition, and healthcare experiences can explore Adult ADHD Care for Black & BIPOC Adults in Pennsylvania & Delaware.
Adult ADHD Treatment
When ADHD is diagnosed, treatment is individualized.
Recommendations may consider:
ADHD symptoms
Functional impairment
Medical history
Psychiatric history
Current medications
Previous treatment
Other medical treatment
Risks and benefits
Executive-function needs
Daily responsibilities
Professional demands
Relationships
Treatment preferences
Personal goals
Treatment may include:
ADHD education
Behavioral strategies
Executive-function strategies
Therapy-informed approaches
Environmental modifications
Sleep and lifestyle considerations
Stimulant medication when clinically appropriate
Non-stimulant medication
Ongoing medication management and monitoring
Seeking an ADHD evaluation does not obligate you to take medication.
Being interested in medication also does not guarantee that a particular medication will be clinically appropriate.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Treatment & Medication Management in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Stimulant Medication Management
An ADHD diagnosis does not automatically guarantee stimulant medication.
When stimulant treatment is clinically appropriate, ADHD Philadelphia generally uses a 30-day follow-up model.
Monitoring may include:
Symptom response
Functional improvement
Side effects
Sleep
Appetite
Cardiovascular considerations
Medication adherence
Safe medication use
Prescription-monitoring review
Other clinically appropriate monitoring
Urine drug screening, additional medical evaluation, an EKG, medical clearance, or an in-person assessment may be requested when clinically appropriate.
ADHD Philadelphia also requires patients receiving stimulant medication through the practice to abstain from cannabis and THC products.
This is an ADHD Philadelphia practice policy, not a statement that every ADHD practice follows the same requirement.
Review the Adult ADHD Medication Management & Stimulant Treatment Policy.
Non-Stimulant ADHD Treatment
Stimulants are not the only medication option for adult ADHD.
Non-stimulant medication may be considered when:
Stimulants are not tolerated
Stimulants have provided insufficient benefit
A non-controlled medication is preferred
Medical factors affect stimulant suitability
Substance-use considerations affect treatment planning
Another treatment approach better fits the clinical situation
Explore Non-Stimulant ADHD Treatment Options for Adults.
Gender-Affirming Healthcare and ADHD Treatment
Some transgender and gender-diverse adults receive gender-affirming medical care.
Receiving gender-affirming healthcare does not by itself prevent someone from being evaluated or treated for ADHD.
As with every patient, provide an accurate list of:
Prescription medications
Hormones
Over-the-counter medications
Supplements
Relevant medical diagnoses
Relevant medical treatments
Medication decisions should consider the actual medication regimen, medical history, potential interactions, cardiovascular considerations when relevant, and other individual safety factors.
Questions about ADHD medication and gender-affirming treatment should be evaluated based on the person's actual medical situation rather than assumptions about transgender identity.
Shared Decision-Making Matters
ADHD treatment should involve clear communication.
Patients should have opportunities to:
Ask questions
Understand recommendations
Discuss risks and benefits
Explain previous healthcare experiences
Discuss medication concerns
Describe treatment preferences
Explain what improvement would mean to them
Participate meaningfully in treatment decisions
Clinical decisions still need to follow appropriate professional judgment and safety standards.
Respectful care and clinical standards can coexist.
Respectful Care Without Unnecessary Assumptions
Affirming ADHD care does not require making LGBTQ+ identity the center of every appointment.
Sometimes it is relevant.
Sometimes it is not.
If you are seeking help because you cannot complete documentation, manage time, remember appointments, organize projects, start tasks, or follow through on responsibilities, we can talk about ADHD.
Your identity does not need to become the explanation for every difficulty you experience.
At the same time, you should be able to discuss identity-related experiences when they affect your health, functioning, relationships, or treatment.
Adult ADHD Care Throughout Pennsylvania & Delaware
ADHD Philadelphia provides adult ADHD evaluation and treatment through secure telehealth throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Initial evaluations begin through telehealth.
Patients must be physically located in the state where care is being provided at the time of the telehealth appointment.
In-person appointments may be scheduled after the initial telehealth appointment when clinically appropriate.
There are no walk-in appointments.
Philadelphia
Adults in Philadelphia can explore Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in Philadelphia, PA.
Main Line
Adults in Bala Cynwyd, Bryn Mawr, Ardmore, Villanova, Wayne, Radnor, and surrounding communities can explore Adult ADHD Testing & Treatment on the Main Line, PA.
West Chester & Chester County
Adults in West Chester and surrounding Chester County communities can explore Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in West Chester, PA.
Lancaster and Surrounding Lancaster County
LGBTQ+ adults in Lancaster and surrounding Lancaster County communities can explore Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in Lancaster, PA for local information about affirming ADHD evaluation, treatment, telehealth, executive-function concerns, and ongoing adult ADHD care.
Wilmington & New Castle County
Adults in Wilmington can explore Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in Wilmington, Delaware.
Newark & New Castle County
Adults in Newark can explore Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in Newark, Delaware.
Dover & Kent County
Adults in Dover and central Delaware can explore Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in Dover, Delaware.
Milford, Delaware
ADHD Philadelphia maintains its Delaware office at:
550 S Dupont Blvd, Suite F
Milford, DE 19963-1704
Initial evaluations begin through secure telehealth.
In-person appointments may be scheduled afterward when clinically appropriate.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment in Milford, Delaware.
Pennsylvania Office
191 Presidential Blvd, Suite W-3
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Appointments must be scheduled in advance.
Explore all Adult ADHD Testing and Treatment Locations in Pennsylvania & Delaware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ADHD more common among LGBTQ+ adults?
Research examining ADHD across sexual- and gender-minority populations continues to develop.
Some studies have found higher rates of ADHD diagnoses or ADHD symptoms in certain transgender, gender-diverse, or sexual-minority samples compared with some comparison populations.
These findings do not establish that LGBTQ+ identity causes ADHD.
Different LGBTQ+ populations should also not automatically be treated as one uniform group.
Individual diagnosis still requires an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Does being transgender cause ADHD?
Research has identified associations between ADHD and transgender or gender-diverse populations in some studies.
That does not establish that being transgender causes ADHD.
Gender identity should neither be treated as proof of ADHD nor used as a reason to dismiss ADHD symptoms.
Can ADHD cause someone to be LGBTQ+?
ADHD is not considered an explanation for someone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
ADHD and LGBTQ+ identity are distinct issues, even though both may be relevant to a person's overall experiences and healthcare.
Can transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse adults be evaluated for ADHD?
Yes.
ADHD evaluation should be based on established diagnostic principles regardless of gender identity.
Relevant medications, medical treatment, psychiatric history, sleep, stress, healthcare experiences, and other clinical factors can be considered when they affect diagnosis or treatment.
Can transgender adults receive ADHD medication?
Transgender adults can be considered for ADHD medication using individualized clinical and safety principles.
If you receive gender-affirming medical treatment, provide a complete medication list so relevant interactions and medical considerations can be reviewed.
An ADHD diagnosis does not automatically guarantee stimulant medication.
Do I have to disclose my sexual orientation during an ADHD evaluation?
You do not need to make sexual orientation the focus of an ADHD evaluation when it is unrelated to your concerns.
You are welcome to discuss sexual orientation, relationships, identity-related stress, discrimination, family experiences, or other issues when they are relevant to symptoms, functioning, mental health, or treatment.
Will you use my correct name and pronouns?
ADHD Philadelphia aims to communicate respectfully using the name and pronouns the patient uses.
Certain pharmacy, laboratory, insurance, medical, or legal records may require legal information for administrative purposes.
Can minority stress look like ADHD?
Chronic stress can affect attention, working memory, sleep, motivation, emotional regulation, and daily functioning.
These effects may overlap with some ADHD complaints.
A comprehensive evaluation considers whether symptoms are better explained by ADHD, another condition, environmental stress, or multiple contributing factors.
What if I also have anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms?
ADHD can occur alongside anxiety, depression, trauma-related conditions, sleep disorders, and other concerns.
Evaluation considers both differential diagnosis and possible co-occurring conditions rather than assuming only one diagnosis can be present.
Can successful LGBTQ+ professionals have ADHD?
Yes.
Professional achievement does not rule out ADHD.
Some adults maintain high performance through extensive compensation strategies that become increasingly difficult to sustain.
Explore Adult ADHD Care for Professionals.
Do you provide care for Black LGBTQ+ adults and other LGBTQ+ people of color?
Yes.
ADHD Philadelphia provides care for adults from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual-orientation, and gender-identity backgrounds.
No single identity explains the entire person.
Explore Adult ADHD Care for Black & BIPOC Adults.
How much does an ADHD evaluation cost?
ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care
$300 total initial evaluation
$150 Initial ADHD Consultation
+
$150 ADHD Testing & Results Appointment
Ongoing treatment appointments are $150 each.
ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only
$500 comprehensive standalone diagnostic evaluation
This pathway is designed for adults who do not plan to establish ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia at the time of evaluation.
How do I start an ADHD evaluation?
Review the ADHD Philadelphia Patient Journey if you would like to understand the evaluation process first.
When you are ready:
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Why Choose ADHD Philadelphia?
ADHD Philadelphia provides:
Adult-focused ADHD care
Comprehensive clinical history
Developmental assessment
ADHD testing when clinically appropriate
Differential-diagnosis consideration
Executive-function-focused care
Medication management when clinically appropriate
Stimulant and non-stimulant treatment options
Two clear evaluation pathways
Transparent pricing
Telehealth throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware
In-person availability when clinically appropriate
Respect for names, pronouns, identities, and relationships
Individualized care without unnecessary assumptions
You Deserve to Be Evaluated as a Whole Person
You do not need to choose between seeking ADHD care and having your identity treated respectfully.
You do not need to fit an ADHD stereotype.
You do not need to have failed in school.
You do not need to be struggling in every part of your life.
You do not need to already know whether ADHD is the correct diagnosis.
A comprehensive evaluation is designed to help answer that question.
If long-standing difficulties with attention, procrastination, organization, working memory, time management, task initiation, follow-through, emotional regulation, or other executive functions are interfering with your life, ADHD Philadelphia can help you take the next step toward clarity.
ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care
$300 total initial evaluation
$150 Initial ADHD Consultation
+
$150 ADHD Testing & Results Appointment
Ongoing treatment appointments: $150 each
START ADHD EVALUATION + ONGOING CARE
ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only
$500 comprehensive standalone diagnostic evaluation
For adults primarily seeking comprehensive diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia at the time of the evaluation.
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Helpful Adult ADHD Resources
ADHD Philadelphia Patient Journey
Adult ADHD Diagnosis in Pennsylvania & Delaware
Adult ADHD Testing & Evaluation
Adult ADHD Treatment & Medication Management
Adult ADHD Medication Management & Stimulant Treatment Policy
Non-Stimulant ADHD Treatment Options
Executive Function in Adults With ADHD
Adult ADHD Care for Professionals
Adult ADHD Care for Black & BIPOC Adults
Adult ADHD Locations in Pennsylvania & Delaware
Medical Information Notice
This page provides general educational information and does not diagnose ADHD or another medical or mental-health condition.
ADHD symptoms may overlap with psychiatric, medical, sleep-related, substance-related, medication-related, environmental, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Diagnosis and treatment recommendations require individualized clinical evaluation.
Sexual orientation and gender identity are not psychiatric diagnoses and are not diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
Research regarding ADHD in LGBTQ+, transgender, and gender-diverse populations continues to develop. Population-level associations should not be used to determine whether an individual has ADHD.
An ADHD diagnosis does not guarantee medication or stimulant medication.
Do not start, stop, increase, decrease, or otherwise change prescribed medication without discussing the change with your prescribing clinician.
Author & Clinical Review
Charles Thornton, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
ADHD Philadelphia
Adult ADHD evaluation, testing, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, executive-function-focused care, and individualized adult ADHD services throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Clinically reviewed: October 4, 2026
Clinical References & Further Reading
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — ADHD in Adults
Hertz PG, et al. Sexuality in Adults With ADHD: Results of an Online Survey