ADHD Assessments for Children and Adults in Calgary and Alberta

At Eckert Psychology & Education Centre, we believe that every brain works differently, and that diversity is a strength. Whether you or your child are navigating challenges with focus, attention, or impulsivity, understanding how your brain works can be a powerful first step. Our ADHD assessments are designed for both children and adults, offering valuable insights to help you or your loved one thrive.

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people focus, manage impulses, and regulate activity levels. ADHD shows up differently in everyone, from children who may struggle with sitting still or completing schoolwork to adults who find it hard to organize tasks or manage responsibilities. Our ADHD assessments help you better understand these differences and provide personalized strategies that honor your unique brain.

Signs You or Your Child May Have ADHD

ADHD shows up differently in each person, and it’s important to recognize both the strengths and challenges that come with this unique brain wiring. Here are some common signs that you or your child might benefit from an ADHD assessment:

  • Difficulty focusing: Challenges with staying on task, especially during activities that require sustained attention. However, individuals with ADHD often demonstrate hyperfocus on tasks or topics that deeply interest them, leading to incredible productivity in those areas.
  • Easily distracted: External stimuli can pull attention away from what’s in front of you, but this also means people with ADHD are highly observant, noticing details that others may miss.
  • Impulsivity: Acting without thinking or making quick decisions. While impulsivity can create challenges, it also fosters spontaneity, creativity, and the ability to think on your feet.
  • Forgetfulness: Frequently losing items or forgetting tasks. Yet, individuals with ADHD can have great memories for things they are passionate about, remembering intricate details related to their interests.
  • Fidgeting or restlessness: Difficulty sitting still in situations that require it, but this restlessness can also manifest as high energy, making people with ADHD enthusiastic and passionate contributors to any project.
  • Struggling with organization: Challenges in managing time and tasks, yet people with ADHD often excel when given tools to structure their day, showing a natural ability to problem-solve creatively and multitask effectively.
  • Nonlinear thinking: People with ADHD tend to jump from one idea to another, but this can also mean they are innovative thinkers, capable of connecting ideas in unique ways.

No matter your age, if you recognize any of these signs, an ADHD assessment can offer valuable insights and help you better understand your strengths and challenges.

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Our Neurodiversity-Affirming ADHD Assessment Process

At Eckert Centre, we take a strengths-based approach to our assessments. We believe that ADHD is just one way the brain can work, and our goal is to provide clarity and support, not labels that limit. Here’s how our process works:

  1. Initial Consultation: We start by understanding your specific challenges and goals, whether you’re a parent concerned about your child or an adult seeking answers for yourself.
  2. Comprehensive Testing: We use a variety of assessments that focus on attention, impulsivity, and executive functioning, along with questionnaires and interviews to gather insights from parents, teachers, or work environments.
  3. Personalized Feedback and Plan: After the assessment, we’ll provide you with a detailed report outlining strengths, challenges, and specific recommendations tailored to your needs—whether for school, work, or everyday life.
  4. Support and Strategies: Our recommendations include practical, affirming strategies to help you or your child thrive. From educational accommodations to workplace tools and self-management strategies, we’re here to help you succeed in ways that work for you.

Why Choose Eckert Centre for ADHD Assessments?

  1. For Children and Adults: We offer comprehensive ADHD assessments for both children and adults, ensuring that individuals of any age can receive the support they need.
  2. Neurodiversity-Affirming: We approach ADHD from a place of respect and understanding, recognizing that every brain is unique. We help clients embrace their strengths while addressing challenges in a way that feels empowering.
  3. Personalized Support: Our assessments don’t just focus on diagnosis—they offer clear, actionable recommendations to improve daily life, whether at school, work, or home.
  4. Experienced Team: Our psychologists have decades of experience working with individuals across the lifespan, providing compassionate and skilled guidance throughout the process.

Moving Forward with Confidence

Understanding your ADHD or your child’s ADHD is a crucial step toward unlocking potential and creating strategies for success. Our assessments give you the knowledge and tools to navigate daily life with more clarity and confidence, whether you're a student, a working professional, or a parent.

Schedule Your ADHD Assessment Today

If you’re ready to gain a deeper understanding of yourself or your child, our team is here to help. We offer in-person assessments in Calgary and online services throughout Alberta, making it easy and accessible to get the support you need.

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