ADHD and executive functioning therapy
in Denver
Build executive functioning skills for planning, focus, and follow-through.
IMany adults with ADHD feel like they are constantly trying to catch up.You may have the best intentions to stay organized or complete tasks—but somehow the day slips away. Deadlines sneak up. Emails pile up. Projects take longer than expected.
At My Denver Therapy, we help adults across Denver develop stronger executive functioning skills so they can manage responsibilities, reduce overwhelm, and feel more confident in their daily lives.
Executive functioning refers to the mental processes that help you:
Plan and organize tasks
Start and complete projects
Manage time effectively
Stay focused despite distractions
Regulate emotions and frustration
When these skills are affected by ADHD, everyday responsibilities can feel far more difficult than they should.
What are executive functioning skills?
Executive functioning skills are the mental processes that allow you to manage daily life. They help you:
Start and complete tasks
Organize your time and responsibilities
Manage distractions
Control impulses
Regulate emotions
Prioritize what matters most
Stay focused even when something feels difficult
When executive functioning skills are impaired, even simple tasks can feel exhausting and even lead to burnout. You might know exactly what you need to do, but still struggle to begin. That disconnect is incredibly common among adults with ADHD.
Common signs of executive functioning challenges
Many adults who seek therapy report struggles like:
Chronic procrastination
Difficulty starting tasks
Forgetting important responsibilities
Feeling constantly overwhelmed by to-do lists
Trouble prioritizing tasks
Losing focus easily
Time blindness or underestimating how long things take
Emotional frustration or shame about productivity
Over time, these challenges can affect careers, relationships, and self-confidence. Therapy can help you build the tools and systems needed to change this pattern.
Executive functioning therapy for adults with ADHD
Many people assume ADHD only affects children, but millions of adults struggle with it as well.
In adults, ADHD often shows up as:
Disorganization
Difficulty following through
Feeling mentally scattered
Chronic overwhelm
Burnout from constantly trying to “catch up”
At My Denver Therapy, our clinicians help adults develop practical executive functioning strategies that work with your brain—not against it.
This may include:
Building sustainable planning systems
Creating routines that actually stick
Learning how to break large tasks into manageable steps
Improving emotional regulation and frustration tolerance
Developing realistic time management strategies
Reducing shame and self-criticism
Our goal is not to “fix” you. It’s to help you understand how your brain works and build tools that support it.
Why high-achieving adults often struggle with executive functioning
Many of our clients are successful professionals, entrepreneurs, or graduate students.
From the outside, things may appear to be going well.
But internally they often feel:
Exhausted from constant mental effort
Afraid of falling behind
Frustrated by disorganization
Stuck in cycles of procrastination and guilt
High-achieving individuals often develop compensatory strategies to manage ADHD symptoms—but those strategies can eventually break down under stress.
Therapy helps rebuild those systems in ways that are sustainable and realistic.
How therapy can improve executive functioning
Executive functioning therapy blends elements of:
Behavioral coaching strategies
Emotional regulation work
Practical skill development
We focus on helping you:
Understand Your Brain
Learn how ADHD and executive functioning actually work.
Develop Systems
Create routines, tools, and structures that support follow-through.
Reduce Overwhelm
Break large tasks into manageable steps.
Improve Focus
Learn strategies for managing distractions and attention shifts.
Strengthen Emotional Regulation
Reduce frustration, shame, and burnout related to productivity struggles.
ADHD and executive functioning frequently asked questions
What is executive functioning?
Executive functioning refers to the brain’s ability to manage planning, organization, focus, impulse control, and task completion.
Can therapy improve executive functioning skills?
Yes. Therapy can help adults develop systems, routines, and cognitive strategies that strengthen executive functioning over time.
Do I need an ADHD diagnosis?
No. Many adults struggle with executive functioning challenges even without a formal ADHD diagnosis.
Is executive functioning therapy different from ADHD coaching?
Therapy addresses both practical strategies and the emotional impact of ADHD, including shame, anxiety, and burnout.
Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn’t you – all of the expectations, all of the beliefs – and becoming who you are.
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Meet our therapists
As a therapist-owned practice, we care about helping you heal, grow, and thrive. We take a client-focused approach to counseling and approach each session with a commitment to your progress and growth.
Availability
We’re always accepting new clients at our conveniently located offices in Denver, Greenwood Village, Lone Tree, and Arvada. All of our therapists can meet with clients online.
We specialize in you
You are welcome here. Because we have a large team with a wide range of specialties and trainings, we work with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and life stages.
We can match you with a male or female therapist who matches your goals, location, and schedule. If you have a preference for gender, age, religious background, or a person with a specific type of training or life experience, we can match you with a therapist you feel comfortable with.
Trained in effective therapy modalities
To support your mental health journey, our team is trained in some of the most effective forms of therapy available today, including EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Brainspotting, CBT, DBT, and IFS.
Whether you’re looking for help with anxiety, depression, trauma, or want to better understand your relationship and attachment styles, we can help.
Insurance information
We’re out of network with insurance and Tricare and are unable to take Medicaid or Medicare.
Unlike many Denver therapy practices, we don’t charge separate intake or administration fees or charge more for your first session or specialized therapy methods like EMDR.
Get matched with a therapist
Contact us today, and one of our therapists will reach out to you directly, usually the same day.