SERVICE ‣ MENTAL HEALTH
ADHD & ADD
assessments.
Comprehensive clinical assessment and evidence—based management of adult ADHD and ADD.
SERVICE ‣ MENTAL HEALTH
OUR APPROACH
Many adults carry long-standing difficulties with attention, focus, and emotional regulation, frequently overlooked, misattributed to stress, and never properly assessed.
Our approach prioritises careful clinical evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and evidence—based treatment.
Our approach prioritises careful clinical evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and evidence—based treatment.
ABOUT EPISODIC VISITS
ADHD assessment at OttawaNPservices is centred on careful, comprehensive clinical evaluation of adult ADHD and ADD using validated diagnostic tools and a structured review of symptoms, functioning, and history.
what to expect during your visit
Use of validated screening and diagnostic tools: ASRS v1.1, DSM-5, WFIRS-S.
Evaluation of comorbidities: anxiety, depression, sleep, substance use.
Medication assessment and management when indicated.
A comprehensive medical and mental health history.
Education about diagnosis and treatment options.
Clear follow-up and referral planning.
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Diagnostic Tools Used
Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS v1.1). DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. Weiss Functional Impairment Rating Scale (WFIRS-S). Validated anxiety and depression screening instruments for comorbidity assessment.
What these services are not
Not a treatment of severe psychiatric conditions requiring specialist care.
Not a rapid or a sigular visit without clinical assessment.
Not crisis or emergency mental health care.
Not psychotherapy or counselling services.
Ready to take the first step
To register, please complete our intake form. ADHD and ADD appointments require in-person attendance. First visits include a comprehensive medical and mental health history review, validated screening tools, and a collaborative care plan.
Prescriptions are not provided without a proper clinical assessment.