ADHD Therapy
ADHD Therapy in Hampshire
From struggling to focus and stay organised to being unable to manage and regulate emotions, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) comes with a wide array of challenges leaving those with this condition feeling frustrated and misunderstood. If you’re suffering from this condition, it can be overwhelming to face the challenges that affect almost every part of your life.
When ADHD is undiagnosed and untreated, you may feel misunderstood or labelled as lazy and unwilling to try. These messages can create lasting feelings of shame, self-doubt, and low self-esteem, impacting how you see yourself as a person.
Whether your confirmed ADHD diagnosis was in childhood or later life, seeking ADHD therapy can bring clarity to what you’re going through. It allows you to gain a better understanding of the symptoms, access tools and have support to overcome the various challenges it may bring.
As a Clinical Psychologist in Hampshire, my evidence-based, bespoke ADHD therapy will help you manage your symptoms and lead a more balanced life.
The Impact of ADHD
ADHD is far more nuanced than trouble focusing. Common challenges include:
- Concentrating, staying on tasks and maintaining interest
- Organising, prioritising, or following through with tasks
- Feelings of overwhelm frustration, impatience and frequent mood swings
- Impulsive actions, and a general struggle with self-control
- Managing relationships due to impulsivity, forgetfulness, or strong emotional reactions
For many, these struggles lead to secondary challenges that formulate because of being misunderstood and blamed for behaving in a certain way.
Depending on the person, ADHD symptoms can manifest as perfectionism and a fear of failure, causing delays in initiating tasks and an overwhelming feeling of getting everything “just right”. This can lead to feelings of not being good enough, damaging your self-worth. Furthermore, you may start to doubt yourself, questioning your talents and capabilities.
If not addressed, these symptoms and challenges can have a lasting impact on your work, studies, relationships, and self-esteem.
One solution to this is finding a Clinical Psychologist, like myself, that can help you address both the practical and emotional aspects of this psychological condition.
Challenges Addressed in ADHD Therapy
My ADHD therapy sessions are personalised to individual challenges, but often focus on:
With my help, you can successfully learn how to overcome avoidance through actionable steps. We’ll identify roadblocks and discuss how to limit distractions.
Whether in your personal or professional life, I’ll work with you to develop strategies that help you stay organised. As a result, you’ll feel more confident in yourself and your ability to meet deadlines and finish tasks.
Part of my ADHD therapy involves helping you manage and regulate feelings of frustration, overwhelm, and mood swings. You’ll leave feeling more balanced and in control.
Managing personal and professional relationships with ADHD symptoms can be difficult. We’ll work on improving communication and reducing misunderstandings in your interactions.
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with ADHD, you’ll likely have lots of questions. With ADHD therapy, you’ll regain confidence in your abilities and learn more about yourself.
How Dr McPhee’s ADHD Therapy Can Help
Offering a safe and supportive space, we’ll work through primary and secondary challenges you’re facing and develop practical strategies to help you overcome them. If you’re wanting to better manage your ADHD symptoms, reframe unhelpful beliefs, and lead a more balanced life, get in touch. Sessions take place at my clinic in Petersfield, or online.
My Integrated ADHD Therapy Approach
My integrated therapeutic approach combines schema therapy, CBT, executive functioning skills training and mindfulness practices for a more holistic take. Moving away from the conventional single therapeutic approach, sessions may involve aspects of:
Using schema therapy, I may address the rooted beliefs linked to shame, self-doubt, or feeling inadequate.
CBT may be used to help you identify and modify counterproductive thought patterns, improve focus, and develop problem-solving skills.
This approach will help you to become more organised, manage time better, and successfully complete tasks.
Sessions that include mindfulness help to build awareness of your thoughts and emotions to regulate impulsivity and stress.
My ADHD Therapy Process
Step 1
Comprehensive Assessment
Before we begin, I’ll conduct a detailed assessment to understand your experiences, challenges, and goals. Through this assessment, I get a clear understanding of how ADHD is affecting you and the areas to work on.
Step 2
Practical Skill Building
My ADHD therapy sessions will be about accepting and managing your condition. I’ll equip you with useful tools that help you stay focused and in control your emotions.
Step 3
Addressing Emotional Patterns
Using schema therapy, we’ll explore how experiences of shame, criticism, or feelings of failure have affected your emotional well-being. We’ll work to overcome these negative thoughts and improve your self-esteem.
Step 4
Ongoing Support and Progress
In subsequent ADHD therapy sessions, I’ll take your feedback, and we’ll review your progress. Adjustments to the therapy approach will be made accordingly.
Why Choose Dr McPhee for ADHD Therapy?
My Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and over 15 years of experience and advanced training bring a wealth of knowledge to guide you in managing the complexities of ADHD.
With a specialisation in Schema Therapy, we’ll get to the root of your beliefs and work together to make long-lasting positive change. Everyone’s challenges with ADHD are unique and so must their therapy be. My customised ADHD therapy ensures your individual needs are met.
Working with clients from diverse backgrounds, my therapy is judgement-free, allowing you to feel comfortable and open to express yourself.
ADHD Therapy in Hampshire or Online
Overcome ADHD challenges, build confidence and achieve your goals with my guidance and support. Access bespoke ADHD therapy sessions and become a better version of yourself. Based in Hampshire, you can choose between online or in-person sessions, depending on your preference. To get in touch and for more details about my Petersfield Clinic click here.
Absolutely. A diagnosis provides clarity, but therapy helps you develop personalized strategies to manage ADHD symptoms, improve emotional regulation, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence.
Yes. Therapy helps identify the root causes of procrastination—whether it’s perfectionism, fear of failure, or feeling overwhelmed—and provides practical strategies to overcome avoidance and build motivation.
Yes. Many people with ADHD struggle with communication, impulsivity, and emotional regulation, which can affect relationships. Therapy can help you improve self-awareness, develop better communication skills, and navigate interpersonal dynamics more effectively.

Please schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to explore how we might work together.
