ADHD & Learning Issues

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects your executive functioning skills. These are skills you use to plan, focus, organize, and follow through on tasks. 

ADHD symptoms generally fall into three categories: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Here are some common signs.

• Difficulty staying focused on schoolwork, work tasks, or conversations
• Trouble organizing responsibilities or following multi-step instructions
• Forgetfulness, frequently losing items, or missing deadlines
• Restlessness, fidgeting, or a constant need to move
• Acting quickly or impulsively without considering consequences

ADHD challenges are not about intelligence or motivation; they reflect real differences in how the brain regulates attention, activity, and self-control.

A learning disability is a neurological difference that affects the way you process information in a particular academic area, such as reading, writing, or math. Here are some common learning disabilities you or your child may face.

• Dyslexia: Difficulty with accurate or fluent reading, decoding words, and comprehension
• Dysgraphia: Challenges with writing, spelling, or the motor skills required for handwriting
• Dyscalculia: Difficulty with math concepts, calculations, or number sense
• Slow Processing Speed: Struggles with completing tasks quickly or following multi-step directions

These challenges are not a reflection of intelligence. A child or adult with a learning disability is just as capable as their peers, but their brain takes in and works with information in a different way.

We provide evaluations to identify your unique learning profile and create actionable support plans. Our goal is to help you understand how you learn best and use that knowledge to succeed at school, work, and beyond.

For more than two decades, families across Utah County have trusted Alliance Psychology for help with ADHD and learning challenges.

• A large team of PhD psychologists and therapists trained in ADHD, learning disorders, and child and adolescent psychology.
• Locally owned and veteran-owned roots, reflecting our commitment to the Orem and Spanish Fork community we serve.
• Same-week therapy appointments available, reducing long waits for support.
• Coordinated care with schools, primary care providers, and psychiatrists to ensure you or your child receives comprehensive support.
• Flexible telehealth options to make it easier to access care without added stress.
• Most major insurance plans are accepted, along with private pay options for additional flexibility.

Call (801) 224-2313 today to connect with a trusted provider in your area.

We provide detailed, research-based evaluations for diagnosing ADHD and learning disabilities. Our testing process involves several key steps from intake to results.

• Initial intake sessions can be done in-person or online to review history and concerns.
• ADHD assessments and learning disability evaluations are conducted in person.
• Feedback sessions where results and recommendations are explained can be done in-office or online. 

When testing is complete, we offer detailed reports that serve as both answers and a roadmap for support.

Managing ADHD and learning differences also involves school and workplace accommodations. We provide you with support to access these accommodations.

ADHD influences how people feel about themselves, interact with others, and manage life’s responsibilities.

• At school: Falling behind despite effort, hearing frequent complaints from teachers, and having unfinished homework
• At work: Struggling with deadlines, forgetting tasks, and being passed over for promotions
• At home: Tension with family members, difficulty keeping routines, frustration around chores
• In relationships: Being perceived as “distracted” or unreliable
• Emotionally: Low self-esteem, chronic stress, and the exhaustion of always trying harder

Our ADHD-focused therapy helps children, teens, and adults strengthen focus, improve organization, and build resilience. Here are the ADHD focused therapy approaches we use. 

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Restructures unhelpful thought patterns and improves self-esteem
• Executive Function Coaching: Teaches planning, organization, and time management skills
• Social & Emotional Skills Training: Builds stronger communication and self-regulation
• Parent Guidance: Helps families create structure and realistic expectations at home
• Teen & Adult ADHD Coaching: Provides strategies for school, work, and life transitions

If ADHD or a learning issue is disrupting school, work, or home life, now is the time to find answers. Call us today at (801) 224-2313 or complete our online form to request an appointment.