Understanding ADHD: The Assessment Process at Risework
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects a person’s ability to focus, manage time, regulate impulses, and stay organized. While it's often associated with children, many adults live with undiagnosed ADHD well into their 20s, 30s, and beyond. Often, these struggles are thought to be personality flaws, burnout, or anxiety.
ADHD in adults may not look like the hyperactivity commonly seen in children. Instead, it can show up as:
Constant mental restlessness
Difficulty starting or completing tasks
Forgetfulness or losing track of time
Emotional reactivity or low frustration tolerance
Chronic disorganization and overwhelm
Because these symptoms overlap with other mental health conditions like anxiety or depression, its understandable why many adults go undiagnosed for years. But with the right assessment, these patterns can finally make sense, opening the door to more effective support, tools, and treatment options. Getting a proper diagnosis can be a life-changing first step toward clarity, validation, and effective support.
At Risework Therapy, we offer a structured and compassionate ADHD assessment process designed specifically for adults. If you’ve been wondering whether ADHD might be impacting your life, here’s what you can expect when you book an assessment with Veronica Felizardo, one of our skilled clinicians.
ADHD Assessment with Veronica Felizardo
Veronica Felizardo has been a certified ADHD provider since 2022 and brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to each assessment she conducts. Her process is designed to give you not only a diagnosis (if applicable), but also a deeper understanding of how ADHD may be showing up in your life, and a feel for what to do next.
What’s Included in the ADHD Assessment:
Length: Approximately 1 hour long
Cost: $699
Clinician: Veronica Felizardo, Certified ADHD Provider
This comprehensive assessment includes both a clinical interview and uses five different psychometric tools to assess ADHD and related concerns.
Psychometric Tools Used in the Assessment
The following standardized tools are included:
ASRS (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale)
Weiss Functional Impairment Rating Scale
GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder assessment)
PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire for depression)
Wender Utah Rating Scale (for retrospective childhood ADHD symptoms)
These tools provide a holistic look at your cognitive, emotional, and functional experiences, helping to distinguish ADHD from other common conditions like anxiety or depression.
What You’ll Receive
Following the assessment, you will receive a comprehensive written report. This report includes:
Results from the psychometric tools
Clinical impressions
Diagnostic conclusions (if applicable)
Personalized recommendations and next steps
If you are considering medication to manage ADHD symptoms, this report is exactly what your general practitioner (GP) will need to review before prescribing.
Follow-Up to Review Your Results
Once your report is complete, Veronica will meet with you for a 30-minute follow-up session to review your results in detail and discuss appropriate resources.
Cost: $92.50
Purpose: Answer your questions, explain the findings, and help you determine next steps. For example, this might look like therapy, coaching, medication, or recommended lifestyle changes.
Ongoing Support is Available
Veronica and several of our therapists specialized in ADHD can also offer follow-up therapy session to support you in implementing the recommendations, managing symptoms, and navigating life with ADHD. These sessions are available at our standard hourly rate.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Getting assessed for ADHD can be an empowering and clarifying experience. If you’re ready to better understand your mind and take control of your wellbeing, reach out to us to book an ADHD assessment with Veronica Felizardo today.
