ADHD Therapy in Lacey, Washington
Build Confidence, Focus & Skills to Thrive
Living with ADHD Can Feel Like You’re Constantly Behind
Whether you were diagnosed as a child or are just now understanding why things have always felt harder, ADHD affects every part of daily life.
Your brain might be rapidly scrolling through a mental to-do list even as you're trying to focus on one task.
Being pulled in so many directions might mean you put on two different shoes without noticing—sometimes only realizing it at school or work.
The constant mental juggling, time slipping away and weight of feeling like you're not living up to your potential can be exhausting.
Common struggles with ADHD include:
Losing track of time and missing deadlines despite your best intentions
Starting tasks but struggling to finish them, leading to incomplete projects
Racing thoughts that make it hard to focus on one thing at a time
Forgetting important details even when you’re trying hard to remember
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or struggling despite you abilities
When the ADHD Narrative Has Followed You for Years
If you've spent years hearing that you "just need to try harder," focus better, or pay attention more it's common to have doubts about yourself. That label of being "the problem" doesn't just disappear—even with a formal diagnosis.
Whether you're a parent watching familiar patterns emerge in your child, a teen feeling out of step with peers or an adult making sense of your history, those reminders can be painful. Living with ADHD might mean working twice as hard for half the recognition and you might be wondering if it all means you really are a failure.
Therapy isn't about changing who you are. It's a place to unlearn old judgments, process those messages and focus on what actually moves you forward. With the right support, it's possible to quiet self-criticism and build skills that fit your mind and goals. ADHD doesn't define your worth—and support can help you write new chapters that feel true to you.
ADHD Therapy Can Help you Regain Confidence
Many people struggle with ADHD for years without a diagnosis or support. I've seen how that impacts emotional wellbeing from a young age. My background as a school counselor gives me unique insight into how ADHD shows up in learning environments and how those early experiences impact self-confidence in teen and adult years.
Whether it's your young child you're concerned about, you are a teen facing these challenges or an adult who’s struggled for years, I can help you grow confidence, improve executive functioning skills and find strategies that fit your life.
Therapy is Different with Me
Therapy for ADHD isn't about finding willpower or trying harder—you've probably already been told that enough. It's about understanding your brain, building systems that actually work for you and healing from the years of messaging that told you something was wrong with you.
I recognize the creative, innovative, and resilient strengths that often come with ADHD. You've likely developed incredible problem-solving skills and unique ways of seeing the world. Together, we'll lean into those strengths while addressing the areas where you need support. If you're also experiencing anxiety, we'll work to understand whether your racing thoughts are ADHD-driven (jumping between ideas, struggling to prioritize) or anxiety-driven (spiraling worry about specific fears). Sometimes it's both—and that's okay. We'll figure it out together.
What ADHD Therapy Can Help With:
Finding practical time management & organizational strategies that work for you
Understanding and managing ADHD along with anxiety symptoms
Working through shame, self doubt and years of being misunderstood
Learning strategies for emotional regulation and coping
Strengthening confidence and skills for you or your child/teen at school, work and home
My Approach to ADHD Therapy: Empowering You with Confidence
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Trust & Connection Come First
You've likely had experiences where you weren't believed, understood, or taken seriously. Before we dive into strategies, we build a foundation of trust. You know your brain best, and I'm here to listen, understand your unique experience, and create a space where you feel seen and respected.
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Understanding How Your ADHD Brain Works
ADHD isn't a box that neatly fits everyone’s experience. We'll explore how ADHD shows up specifically for you—whether it's time blindness, emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity or difficulty with executive functioning. Understanding what's behind your struggles helps you stop blaming yourself and start building compassion for how hard you've been working just to keep up.
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Practical Tools You Can Use Right Away
Therapy should give you tools, not just talk. We'll work on concrete strategies for managing time, breaking down tasks, organizing your environment and navigating relationships. These aren't generic tips—they're personalized to fit your life, your challenges and your strengths. You'll leave sessions with actionable steps that make daily life more manageable.
“Tracy is a great advocate for the youth and families she works with. She worked for several years as a school counselor and puts all that knowledge to use. Her calming presence helps build connection and trust within her sessions.”
—Becky George M.A.
Read more from other professionals on my endorsement page.
You May Have Questions
What if I'm not sure therapy will help?
I get it—you've probably tried a lot of strategies that didn't stick. Therapy for ADHD isn't about willpower or trying harder. It's about understanding your brain, building systems that work for you (not against you), and healing from the years of messaging that told you something was wrong with you. Let's talk in a free consultation and see if it feels like a good fit.
My child has ADHD—how is therapy different from what they get at school?
Therapy goes deeper by addressing the emotional impact of ADHD—the frustration, low self-esteem, social challenges, and anxiety that often come with it. We'll also work on skills like emotional regulation, problem-solving, and self-advocacy that help in all areas of life.
Do I need an official ADHD diagnosis to work with you?
No. If you're experiencing ADHD symptoms and they're impacting your life, we can work together. I don't diagnose ADHD, but I can help you understand your symptoms and share information about an evaluation if that feels important to you. Many people find therapy helpful even before pursuing formal diagnosis.
Have more questions? Let’s chat!
You Deserve Support That Understands You
Living with ADHD doesn't have to mean constantly struggling or feeling behind. Whether you’re a parent seeking help for your child, a teen navigating school and social pressures or an adult finally making sense of a lifetime of challenges—you deserve support that gets it.
I work with clients in the Lacey and Olympia area and online across Washington State. In-person appointments are available at my Lacey office. Reach out today to begin building the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive with ADHD.
ADHD Therapy Lacey
Foels Counseling & Consulting PLLC
Address:
4405 7th Ave SE Ste 200
Lacey, WA 98503
Phone:
(360) 299-5586
Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 9am–7pm
Friday: 11am–5pm
Appointments:
Scheduled by request
I offer both in-person sessions at my Lacey office and online therapy throughout Washington state.