Adult ADHD & Neurodivergence Therapy in NYC
Practical, compassionate therapy for adults with ADHD and/or high functioning autism,
in person in Flatiron or online across New York.
Your Brain Works Differently, and That's Exhausting in a World That Wasn't Built for You
You've spent years trying to keep up, fit in, and do things the "right" way. But what if the problem isn't you? What if your brain just works differently, and no one ever taught you how to work with it instead of against it?
Maybe you find yourself:
Constantly overwhelmed by racing thoughts and a never-ending mental to-do list
Struggling with time management, organization, and finishing what you start
Battling shame from years of being told you're “lazy,” “scattered,” or “not living up to your potential”
Experiencing emotional overwhelm or intense reactions that feel out of proportion
Exhausted from masking your neurodivergence to fit in socially or at work
Processing a late-in-life ADHD and/or autism diagnosis and wondering what it means for your identity
Experiencing rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), where criticism feels unbearable
Dealing with chronic lateness and time blindness that creates problems in your career and relationships
If any of this resonates, you're not alone.
And you're not broken.
Your brain simply processes information differently.
With the right professional support, you can learn to understand your neurodivergent mind, build systems that actually work for you, and stop fighting yourself every single day.
Common Signs You Might Benefit from ADHD or Autism Therapy
Many high-achieving adults don't realize they're neurodivergent until later in life. They've developed sophisticated coping mechanisms that help them succeed, but underneath, they're constantly struggling.
Many of these experiences are shared by adults with high functioning autism, too.
If you're wondering whether ADHD therapy is right for you, here are some common experiences our clients share:
EXECUTIVE FUNCTION CHALLENGES
Difficulty prioritizing tasks and knowing where to start due to feelings of overwhelm
Chronic procrastination followed by intense last-minute work sessions
Forgetting important appointments, deadlines, or commitments
EMOTIONAL REGULATION DIFFICULTIES
Difficulty calming down once upset
Mood swings throughout the week
Feeling easily frustrated or overwhelmed
RELATIONSHIP AND SOCIAL CHALLENGES
Interrupting others or talking over people without meaning to
Difficulty maintaining focus during conversations and zoning out
Struggling to pick up on social cues
WORK AND PERFORMANCE ISSUES
Struggling to stay focused during meetings or on repetitive tasks
Hyperfocusing on interesting projects while neglecting others
Feeling like you're underperforming despite working incredibly hard
INTERNAL EXPERIENCE
Difficulty "turning off" your brain to rest or sleep
Feeling restless or physically unable to sit still
Chronic sense of being overwhelmed or feeling tired
Whether you were diagnosed as a child or are just now realizing you might be neurodivergent, your experience is valid and deserves compassionate, expert care.
When Keeping Up Leads to Burnout
Many high-achieving adults with ADHD and/or autism spend years compensating with extra effort, late nights and elaborate systems. For a while it works, until it does not.
ADHD or autism burnout can look like exhaustion that rest does not fix, procrastinating on things you care about, and coping systems that suddenly stop working. Therapy can help you recognize the early signs, let go of shame, and build routines that do not depend on running on empty.
Our Therapists Understand Neurodivergent Minds
At Resonance Psychology, we specialize in working with high-achieving adults who have ADHD or other forms of neurodivergence. We understand the unique challenges you face, especially when you're navigating the intense demands of professional life and relationships in New York City.
We create a safe, judgment-free space where you can finally stop masking and be fully seen.
Our clients often tell us they feel relief just knowing their therapist truly understands what it's like to have a brain that works differently. We don't pathologize your neurodivergence. We honor it. Ms. Esther Eng, MHC-LP, has a particular interest and specialty in working with neurodivergent adults, including those with ADHD and high functioning autism. Her approach is neurodivergence-affirming, warm, direct and practical, combining skill-building and emotional regulation tools with strategies you can use right away.
We are also practical and realistic about your specific needs. So, we provide professional support to help you try out strategies and tools to better navigate your life.
How to Get Started
Many people first reach out to Dr. Angela Gwak. Depending on availability and what you are looking for, she may introduce you to Ms. Esther Eng, MHC-LP, who works under her direct supervision and sees adults for individual and couples therapy in New York, in person and online. Either way, you start with a free 15 to 20 minute consultation.
Resonance Psychology's Approach to Neurodivergent & ADHD Therapy
We don't believe in one-size-fits-all therapy, especially not for neurodivergent minds. Our approach is integrative, evidence-based, and deeply personalized. We combine the best of clinical research with relational warmth to create a therapeutic experience that feels both effective and deeply supportive.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
We help you understand how ADHD interconnectedly impacts your thoughts, emotions, physical reactions, and behaviors. You'll learn practical strategies to manage executive function challenges, cope with overwhelm, and shift unhelpful thought patterns rooted in shame or self-criticism (like "I'm lazy" or "I'm not good enough").
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
ADHD can leave your mind racing with intrusive thoughts and your body in a constant state of restlessness or hypervigilance. Mindfulness-based therapy techniques help calm your nervous system, improve focus, and build self-compassion. Our clients learn to condition their minds to feel more centered, grounded, and less ruled by distraction or emotional reactivity over time.
Strength-Based and Resilience-Focused Therapy
We reframe ADHD not as a deficit, but as a different way of thinking and experiencing the world. We help you reconnect with your unique strengths (creativity, the power of hyperfocusing, deep passion, empathy, innovative thinking) while building practical systems that work with your neurodivergent brain, not against it.
Relational Cultural Therapy
Healing happens through authentic connections. Since ADHD can impact the way you relate to others (through forgetfulness, emotional reactivity, or interpersonal difficulties), we focus on identifying unhelpful relational patterns. With guided professional support, you can learn to build more fulfilling, authentic relationships with yourself, loved ones, and colleagues.
Trauma-Informed Multicultural Therapy
We honor the full context of who you are: your cultural background, identities, and lived experiences. For BIPOC and Asian American neurodivergent individuals, we recognize the additional barriers to diagnosis, the impact of cultural stigma around mental health and "difference," and the unique pressures of navigating both neurodivergence and cultural identity in predominantly white, neurotypical spaces.
Psychodynamic and Attachment-Based Therapy
We explore how early childhood experiences and messages about being "different" or "difficult" influence your current emotional and relational patterns. We help you uncover where shame originated, increase self and relational insight, practice different ways of relating to others and heal at the root level.
Psychoeducation and Co-Creating Actionable Plans
We provide clear explanations of how the ADHD brain works (executive function, dopamine regulation, emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity dysphoria) in conversational language that makes sense. Then, we partner together to co-create personalized, actionable strategies that you can implement in your daily life at work, in relationships, and in your self-care routines.
What Life Can Look Like After ADHD Therapy
You don't have to spend the rest of your life fighting, criticizing your own brain or feeling like you're constantly falling short.
With the right professional support, you can experience:
GREATER SELF-UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE
Understanding how your ADHD or neurodivergent brain works and why certain things feel harder
Releasing shame and developing genuine self-compassion
Embracing your neurodivergence as part of your identity with greater confidence and acceptance, not viewing it solely as a flaw
Recognizing your unique strengths and how to leverage them
IMPROVED EXECUTIVE FUNCTION AND DAILY SYSTEMS
Building organizational systems and routines that actually help
Better time management strategies tailored to your brain
Increased ability to start and complete tasks with less overwhelm
Reduced procrastination through understanding your brain's dopamine needs
BETTER EMOTIONAL REGULATION
Calming down more quickly after something upsets you
Responding to feedback with less shame and more steadiness
Noticing early signs of overwhelm before it builds
Feeling more even and grounded through the week
STRONGER RELATIONSHIPS AND COMMUNICATION
Understanding how ADHD or neurodivergence impacts your communication style
Learning to express your needs and set boundaries effectively
Building deeper, more authentic connections with others and loved ones
Reducing conflict caused by ADHD/neurodivergence symptoms
GREATER CONFIDENCE AT WORK AND IN LIFE
Advocating for yourself and your needs in professional settings
Managing workload and deadlines with less stress
Leveraging your ADHD/neurodivergent strengths (creativity, passion, innovative thinking) in your career
Feeling capable and confident instead of like an imposter
LIVING WITH MORE JOY AND LESS OVERWHELM
Experiencing genuine rest instead of constant mental noise
Finding more balance between productivity and self-care
Creating a life that honors how your brain works
Feeling like you can finally breathe
Start Neurodivergent & ADHD Therapy in NYC Today
You don't have to keep struggling alone or wondering what's "wrong" with you. Your brain is just wired differently, and that difference deserves acceptance and understanding, not judgment.
Book a free consultation with one of our neurodivergent-affirming therapists today. We'll talk about what you're experiencing, what you're hoping for, and how we can partner together to help you thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions About ADHD & Neurodivergent Therapy in NYC
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Yes. Ms. Esther Eng sees clients in person in New York City and online across New York State. Dr. Angela Gwak also sees clients in-person in Manhattan and online in New York, New Jersey and Florida.
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It depends on your unique experiences, goals, and the depth of work you want to do. Some clients notice meaningful changes in a few months as they develop practical strategies and start to shift their self-perception. Others find deeper, more lasting benefits through longer-term therapy that addresses underlying shame, relationship patterns, and identity integration. We'll work at your pace.
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No. Many of our clients begin therapy wondering if they might be neurodivergent but haven't been formally diagnosed. We can help you explore whether assessment might be helpful and provide referrals if desired. Whether you have a formal diagnosis or are self-identified, we're here to support you.
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Absolutely. Our therapists have professional experience working with neurodivergent adults and stay current on the latest research and best practices in ADHD treatment. We use evidence-based approaches tailored specifically to how neurodivergent minds work.
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Yes. Many of our clients are high-achieving professionals who have developed sophisticated coping mechanisms that help them succeed outwardly while struggling internally. We understand the unique pressure you face and the exhaustion that comes from constantly masking or overcompensating. Our practice specifically serves educated, accomplished adults navigating career, school, and familial demands in NYC while managing ADHD.
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Cultural responsiveness and attunement are integral parts of our approach. We recognize that navigating both neurodivergence and cultural identity present unique challenges, especially regarding stigma, family expectations, and access to diagnosis and therapy. We welcome your full identity into our therapeutic space and honor your unique story without making broad assumptions. We will be incorporating all your identities into the therapeutic work.
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Many neurodivergent adults have had experiences with therapists who didn't really understand ADHD or who used approaches that weren't effective for neurodivergent minds. Our specialized experience of the neurodivergent-affirming approach is different. We focus on understanding how your unique brain specifically works and tailoring strategies to fit you, not forcing you into neurotypical therapy frameworks.
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