You finally have clarity. After months of uncertainty, the ADHD assessment gave you answers — maybe for your child, or maybe for yourself.
But even with that relief, a new set of emotions can surface: frustration, shame, or sadness about the past. You might see your child’s confidence dip, or notice your own motivation slipping despite your best intentions.
A diagnosis can explain why life has felt harder — but understanding the “why” is only the beginning. The real work happens next: building emotional resilience, self-acceptance, and strategies that help you thrive.
That’s where ADHD-focused counselling through Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy can make all the difference.
At Eckert Psychology & Education Centre in Calgary, our experienced psychologists and counsellors provide ADHD counselling for children, teens, and adults, helping families move from understanding to growth.
Why Counselling Matters After an ADHD Diagnosis
ADHD isn’t just about focus or organization — it’s deeply connected to how we feel, relate, and see ourselves.
\Without support, both children and adults can internalize years of criticism or self-doubt, leading to anxiety, emotional outbursts, or low self-esteem.
- ADHD counselling through a neurodiversity affirming lens helps clients:
- Build self-compassion and reduce shame
- Strengthen motivation and follow-through
- Manage frustration and emotional regulation challenges
- Repair strained family or partner relationships
- Reframe ADHD as a unique brain difference, not a flaw
At Eckert Centre, we use an integrated, neurodiversity-affirming approach. Our goal isn’t to “fix” ADHD — it’s to help each person feel understood, confident, and equipped to succeed.
How ADHD Counselling Helps
We tailor every counselling plan to the client’s stage of life and goals.
For Children & Teens
Counselling helps children recognize that their brain isn’t “bad” — it’s just wired differently. Through play, conversation, and emotion-based skill building, they learn to:
- Identify and name emotions
- Develop calming strategies and coping tools
- Strengthen self-confidence and problem-solving
- Feel proud of their unique strengths
Parents are active partners in this process. We often integrate sessions from our My Amazing ADHD Brain program to help families stay connected, structured, and supported.
For Adults
Many adults experience a wave of grief and self-doubt after diagnosis, reflecting on years of effort and exhaustion. Counselling provides a safe space to:
- Reframe self-perception and build confidence
- Address burnout, perfectionism, and motivation
- Strengthen communication and relationships
- Learn emotional regulation and boundary skills
- Integrate ADHD management strategies into work and family life
Our Counselling Approach
Our psychologists and counsellors use evidence-based, compassionate approaches including:
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) – to challenge unhelpful thought patterns and improve focus and planning
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) – to build motivation and align actions with personal values
- EFT / Family Systems Therapy – to improve relationships and emotional communication
- Attachment and Emotion Coaching – to support secure parent-child relationships and self-regulation
For children and families, this often pairs beautifully with Executive Function Coaching, creating a bridge between emotional growth and practical daily success.
How Counselling Fits Into Your ADHD Support Plan
Because Eckert Centre offers ADHD assessments, Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy, executive function coaching/learning supports under one roof, clients benefit from continuity of care and a trusted team approach.
Our team can help you decide whether skill-building through coaching or emotional regulation and relationship-focused counselling is the best next step. No matter which path fits your goals, you can stay with a team that knows you — and continue growing with us at every stage.
Our goal is to help each family member understand not only what ADHD means, but how to live well with it.
- Cost, Insurance & Session Details
- Registered Psychologists: Range from $235/hr to $245/hour
- Registered Provisional Psychologists: $235/hour
- Certified Canadian Counsellors: $200/hour
Most extended health benefits cover counselling with a Registered Psychologist or Counsellor.
We provide same-day emailed receipts for easy reimbursement.
All services qualify for the Medical Expense Tax Credit in Canada.
Insurance Tip: If booking late in the year, use two benefit years (e.g., December + January) to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
Why Families Choose Eckert Centre
All-in-one support: Assessment, counselling, and coaching under one roof for a coordinated experience.
Neurodiversity-affirming: We help clients see ADHD as a difference, not a deficit.
Warm, expert team: Our psychologists and counsellors specialize in ADHD, anxiety, learning, and emotional health.
Local and accessible: In-person sessions in North and South Calgary, plus secure online therapy anywhere in Alberta.
Who You’ll Work With
ADHD counselling at Eckert Centre is provided by our experienced counselling team, including Alicia Fairweather, M.C., CCC, who co-authored this article.
Alicia works with adults, parents, and families navigating ADHD, anxiety, and life transitions. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and practical — helping clients build structure, emotional regulation, and self-confidence while strengthening relationships at home and work.
Our counselling team collaborates closely under the leadership of Kimberly Eckert, M.Ed., R.Psych., Founder and Executive Director, to ensure every client receives comprehensive, neurodiversity-affirming care.
Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, our team helps you move beyond the diagnosis toward calm, connection, and daily success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide counselling for both children and adults with ADHD?
Yes — we support children, teens, and adults, tailoring sessions to each stage of development.
How is ADHD counselling different from executive function coaching?
Coaching focuses on structure and skills; counselling focuses on emotions, relationships, and self-awareness. Many clients benefit from both.
Can parents join sessions?
Absolutely. Parent involvement enhances outcomes, especially when combined with our My Child’s Amazing ADHD Brain program.
Is counselling covered by insurance?
Yes, most private insurance plans cover counselling with a Registered Psychologist or Canadian Certified Counsellor.
Can counselling help if my child doesn’t have ADHD but struggles with focus or anxiety?
Yes. Our clinicians specialize in attention, emotional regulation, and learning challenges across the spectrum — with or without an ADHD diagnosis.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
ADHD counselling can turn understanding into empowerment — helping you or your child feel calmer, more confident, and capable in everyday life.
Book your free 15-minute consultation call here
Or contact Stephanie at info@eckert-psychology.com or (403) 230-2959 to get started.
Related Resources
ADHD Assessment in Calgary:
Costs, Process & What to Expect
Learn how our ADHD assessments provide clarity for children, teens, and adults — and how the results guide next steps in treatment, coaching, and support.
Executive Function Coaching for ADHD in Calgary:
The Next Step After an Assessment
Discover how executive function coaching helps clients turn insights into action — building focus, structure, and consistency in everyday life.
My Amazing ADHD Brain Program (Ages 6–12)
A creative, 16-week program for children that builds attention, motivation, and self-confidence through neurodiversity-affirming learning and play.
About the Authors
Kimberly Eckert, M.Ed., R.Psych.
Founder & Executive Director, Eckert Psychology & Education Centre
Kimberly Eckert is a Registered Psychologist and the Founder of Eckert Psychology & Education Centre in Calgary, Alberta. For more than 30 years, she has led a multidisciplinary team providing counselling, assessments, and neurodiversity-affirming learning supports. Kimberly oversees clinical excellence across all programs and continues to shape the clinic’s integrative approach to ADHD and family well-being. (Kimberly is not currently accepting new clients.)
Alicia Fairweather, M.C., CCC
Certified Canadian Counsellor, Eckert Psychology & Education Centre
Alicia Fairweather is a Certified Canadian Counsellor who works with adults, teens, and families experiencing ADHD, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life stressors. She helps clients build practical coping strategies, strengthen communication, and rediscover balance through an evidence-based and compassionate approach. Alicia provides both in-person and virtual counselling from our offices in both North and South Calgary
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