What Is ADHD?
ADHD affects how your brain handles planning, focus, and impulse control. About 10% of children and 4-5% of adults have it. In a military community, ADHD often goes undiagnosed because the structure of military life or strict school environments can mask the symptoms. Once that structure changes -- a PCS move, separation from service, a new school -- the problems surface fast.
ADHD is not about being lazy or undisciplined. It is a neurological condition. It runs in families. And it responds well to treatment when the diagnosis is accurate.
How We Treat ADHD
We start with a thorough psychiatric evaluation -- not a quick checklist. We want to understand your full picture. If ADHD is the diagnosis, we build a medication plan tailored to your life and responsibilities.
Stimulant medications like Adderall, Vyvanse, Concerta, and Ritalin work for about 70-80% of people with ADHD. For those who cannot take stimulants or prefer a different approach, non-stimulant options like Strattera, Wellbutrin, Qelbree, and guanfacine are effective alternatives. If medications have failed before, GeneSight testing can show us why.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
First appointments are about 60 minutes. We go through your symptoms, history, and what has or has not worked before. If the diagnosis is clear, many patients leave with a prescription the same day. Follow-up visits happen within 2-4 weeks to check progress and adjust if needed.
Insurance and Payment
We accept Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, TRICARE, and Health First Colorado (Medicaid). We are not in-network with Kaiser, but cash pay is available.
When to Get Evaluated
If you are constantly losing track of tasks, missing deadlines, struggling to follow through, or feeling like your brain works against you -- get evaluated. If your child's teacher keeps flagging attention or behavior concerns, do not wait. ADHD does not resolve on its own. But with the right medication, the difference shows up in weeks.