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What professional help is available for executive dysfunction? 

PostedOctober 1, 2025
UpdatedOctober 6, 2025
ByMy Patient Advice

There are several types of professional help executive dysfunction support available for individuals struggling with planning, focus, organisation, and follow-through. These services can be tailored to different age groups and needs, especially for people with ADHD. 

Seeking professional help executive dysfunction does not mean something is wrong with you. It means you are ready to find strategies that work for how your brain functions best. 

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How It Helps 

ADHD therapists 

ADHD therapists provide emotional and behavioural support through counselling or cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). They help clients understand patterns, develop coping skills, and reduce stress related to executive dysfunction. 

Occupational therapy for ADHD 

Occupational therapy ADHD services are particularly useful for building routines, managing sensory sensitivities, and learning task sequencing. Therapists can work in schools, clinics, or private practice to support everyday functioning. 

Coaching and structured support 

Executive function coaches or ADHD coaches offer practical, hands-on help with time management, goal setting, and daily structure. These services are key executive function treatment options for teens and adults. 

Finding professional help executive dysfunction is about matching the right kind of support to your current challenges. Whether through therapy, coaching, or occupational services, tailored support can improve daily functioning and overall well-being. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.    

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Executive Function Deficits.

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Harriet Winslow, BSc - My patient advice author - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Harriet Winslow, BSc

Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy. 

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