ADHD in Adults
You've probably spent years wondering why certain things feel so much harder for you than they seem to for everyone else. Staying organized. Following through. Keeping your focus when it matters most. And maybe you already have a diagnosis — but haven't found care that actually fits, or you've moved to Austin and need a new provider. If any of that sounds familiar, you're in the right place.
Adult ADHD is real, common, and highly treatable. At Estela Mental Health, we specialize in ADHD evaluation and medication management for adults across Austin and throughout Texas via telehealth.
What Adult ADHD Actually Looks Like
ADHD doesn't always look like a kid bouncing off the walls. In adults — especially women — it often shows up differently:
Chronic difficulty with time management or follow-through
Feeling overwhelmed by tasks that seem simple to others
Emotional dysregulation — big reactions, fast frustration
Racing thoughts or an inability to "turn off" your brain
Starting many things, finishing few
Masking — appearing fine on the outside while struggling internally
Many adults with ADHD weren't diagnosed as children. Some were told they were lazy, anxious, or just needed to try harder. If you're reading this and nodding, it may be time to get a real evaluation.
ADHD in Women — Often Missed, Often Misdiagnosed
Women with ADHD are disproportionately underdiagnosed. The symptoms often present as anxiety or depression, and girls are more likely to develop coping strategies that mask the underlying ADHD for years — sometimes decades.
Hormonal shifts across the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and perimenopause can also intensify ADHD symptoms in ways that catch many women off guard. At Estela, we understand this intersection deeply. Our approach to ADHD is informed by women's health — not just the standard diagnostic criteria.
What to Expect at Estela
We don't rush evaluations. Your first appointment is a comprehensive clinical interview — we want to understand your full history, not just check boxes.
From there, we'll work with you on a personalized treatment plan that may include:
Medication management — stimulant and non-stimulant options, carefully titrated
Lifestyle strategies — practical tools that work with how your brain functions
Coordination with your therapist or PCP — if you're already working with other providers, we collaborate
We see patients in person in Austin and via telehealth across Texas.
Insurance We Accept
We accept most major insurance plans, including:
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Aetna
Cigna / Evernorth
United Healthcare / Optum
Ready to Get Evaluated?
You don't have to keep wondering. A proper evaluation can be the first step toward understanding how your brain actually works — and getting the support that fits.
Estela Mental Health is accepting new patients in Austin and across Texas via telehealth.
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