Pediatric ADHD Evaluation & Treatment in Olympia, WA
Compassionate ADHD care for children, teens, and young adults in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, and Thurston County
At Aurora Integrative Care, we provide thoughtful, evidence-based care for children and adolescents with ADHD, attention problems, impulsivity, hyperactivity, emotional dysregulation, school struggles, and executive functioning challenges.
ADHD can affect more than focus. It may impact school performance, friendships, self-esteem, sleep, behavior, motivation, and family stress. Our goal is to help families better understand what is going on and create a treatment plan that supports the whole child.
What is ADHD?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, impulse control, activity level, organization, and emotional regulation. ADHD symptoms may look different from child to child. Some children are constantly moving, while others may appear quiet, distracted, forgetful, or overwhelmed.
Common ADHD symptoms may include:
Difficulty staying focused
Forgetfulness or losing items
Trouble completing schoolwork
Impulsivity or interrupting
Emotional outbursts
Difficulty following multi-step directions
Restlessness or excessive talking
Poor organization or time management
School avoidance or low confidence
The CDC estimates that about 7 million U.S. children ages 3–17 have been diagnosed with ADHD.
Pediatric ADHD Evaluations
Aurora Integrative Care offers pediatric ADHD evaluations in Olympia, WA for children and teens who may be struggling with attention, behavior, learning, or emotional regulation.
An ADHD evaluation may include:
Parent and child interview
Review of symptoms at home and school
Vanderbilt or other rating scales
Review of school concerns
Screening for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, trauma, and other conditions
Medication and treatment history review
Collaborative treatment planning
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends evaluating children and adolescents ages 4–18 for ADHD when symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity are present and causing impairment.
ADHD Treatment for Children and Teens
Treatment is individualized based on age, symptoms, medical history, family preferences, and school needs. ADHD treatment may include:
Parent education
School support and accommodations
Behavioral strategies
Executive functioning support
Therapy referrals when appropriate
ADHD medication management when clinically appropriate
For younger children, parent training in behavior management is recommended before medication when possible. For school-age children and teens, treatment often includes a combination of behavioral support, school interventions, and medication when appropriate.
Medication Management for ADHD
When ADHD medication is appropriate, we discuss options carefully with families, including expected benefits, possible side effects, safety considerations, monitoring, and follow-up.
Medication decisions are made collaboratively and may include stimulant or non-stimulant options depending on the child’s needs. ADHD medications can help reduce symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity and improve functioning for many children.
Whole-Child ADHD Care
At Aurora Integrative Care, we look beyond the diagnosis. ADHD often overlaps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, learning challenges, trauma, sensory concerns, and family stress. We take time to understand the full picture so treatment is practical, supportive, and personalized.
Our approach is:
Compassionate. Collaborative. Evidence-based. Family-centered.
Schedule a Pediatric ADHD Evaluation
If your child is struggling with focus, impulsivity, emotional regulation, school performance, or behavior concerns, Aurora Integrative Care can help.
Aurora Integrative Care
Pediatric Mental Health & ADHD Care
Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, and Thurston County