Family Therapy for ADHD, Academic Stress, and Parenting Challenges
Evidence-Based Support for Families Navigating Complex Stressors
Raising a child or teen with ADHD or persistent school-related difficulties can place significant strain on the entire family system. When behavioral challenges, academic stress, or recurring conflict begin to affect daily life, family therapy can offer an evidence-based path toward clarity, structure, and emotional well-being.
Conditions and Concerns Commonly Addressed:
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) across the lifespan
Executive functioning deficits, impulsivity, and emotional dysregulation
Academic underperformance, school refusal, or performance anxiety
Parent-child relational conflict, limit-setting, and behavior management
Family stress related to developmental or learning disorders
Therapeutic Process Overview
Initial Consultation and Needs Assessment
We begin with a comprehensive intake session to understand presenting symptoms, developmental history, family dynamics, and environmental stressors. This allows us to define key goals and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Collaborative Treatment Planning
A structured, individualized treatment plan is developed in partnership with the family. Depending on your needs, this may include family therapy, parent coaching, individual skills training, or academic accommodations consultation.
Structured Intervention and Ongoing Support
Therapy sessions are delivered using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), and family systems interventions. Progress is regularly reviewed, and goals are refined as needed.
Clinical Approach
Dr. Carrigan’s work is informed by:
- Developmental and behavioral science
- Family systems theory
- ADHD-specific psychoeducation and intervention
- Cognitive-behavioral and emotion regulation techniques
- Strength-based parenting frameworks
Each session is tailored to the unique developmental stage of the child and the evolving needs of the family system.
Why Families Work with Dr. Carrigan
- Over 20 years of clinical experience with neurodevelopmental and behavioral conditions
- Dual licensure as a Psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist
- Integrated ADHD treatment, including coordination with medical providers
- Warm, structured, and culturally responsive care
- Flexible telehealth and in-person appointments available
Restoring Stability, Building Skills, and Strengthening Family Bonds
The challenges of raising a child with ADHD or managing persistent academic stress are real—but they are not insurmountable. With structured support and clinically grounded interventions, families can create change, improve emotional regulation, and promote resilience in both parents and children.