ADHD Therapy for Children & Teens, Covered by Insurance

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From our Clinical Chief

We know how hard it is to find care you can trust. That’s why we’ve invested deeply in building a program that’s based on evidence and focused on real, lasting change. Our care not only eases symptoms — it helps children build lifelong skills for resilience and wellbeing.

Amy Kranzler, PhD

Chief Clinical Officer

Could It Be ADHD? Signs to Look for in Your Child

ADHD symptoms typically fall into three categories: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. A child with ADHD might experience:
Constant movement
Distractibility
Forgetfulness
Lost belongings
Messy spaces
Unfinished homework
Difficulty following routines
Frequent interruptions
Impulsive behavior
Big emotional reactions
Chronic procrastination
Inconsistent grades
Friendship conflicts
Low self-confidence
Constant movement
Distractibility
Forgetfulness
Lost belongings
Messy spaces
Unfinished homework
Difficulty following routines
Frequent interruptions
Impulsive behavior
Big emotional reactions
Chronic procrastination
Inconsistent grades
Friendship conflicts
Low self-confidence
When these patterns persist or begin to affect daily life, it may be time to connect with a licensed therapist.

How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Helps with ADHD

CBT has proven to be effective in both short-term and long-term management of ADHD. Studies show that children who undergo CBT often experience improvements in several areas:
Reduce ADHD symptoms
CBT helps reduce impulsive behaviors, inattention, and hyperactivity.
Improve emotional regulation
CBT addresses emotional dysregulation, helping individuals better manage frustration and anxiety, which are often common in those with ADHD.
Build self-esteem and confidence
By addressing negative thought patterns, CBT helps improve self-acceptance, as children gain greater awareness of their behaviors and how they can change them.
Improve academic performance
By focusing on time management and organizational skills, children with ADHD can be more productive at school, leading to improved outcomes.

Why Handspring is Different

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In-Person Therapy

Specializes in kids
Specializes in kids
Ages 8-17
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Primarily for adults, kids as add-on
Most therapists see all ages
Therapist matching
Therapist matching
Matched to your child's needs and personality
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Pick and choose on your own
Usually 1-2 therapists at that clinic
Therapist quality
Employed, clinically supervised therapists
Employed, clinically supervised
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Independent contractors
Varies by practice
Evidence-based care
Evidence-based care
CBT, ERP, and proven methods for kids
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Varies by therapist
Varies by therapist
Insurance accepted
Insurance accepted
Most major plans, under $30/session
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Varies, few plans accepted
Many only accept a few plans
Waitlist
Waitlist
None. Start within a week.
Depends on platform
Often 4-12 weeks for child specialists
Parent coaching
Parent coaching
Available alongside therapy
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Not offered
Typically not offered

ADHD Support, From Therapists Who Understand

Our therapists and clinicians are specially trained to work with children and teens across all stages of development. Every clinician spends 15% of their weekly time in expert-led supervision, clinical case review, and ongoing training.

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Nicole Bieniasz

LCSW
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Katerina Tegeler

LPC
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Sidney Rice

LCSW
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Serena Bednarczyk

LPC
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Laura Murillo

LMFT
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Aliza Kaplan

LCSW
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Ryan Hutchings

LMFT
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Anthony Savio

LPC
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Christine Saint-Cyr

LPC
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Aurora Butler

LMHC
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Lindsay Gonyeau

LCSW
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Michael Rodriguez

LPC

What Parents of Children With ADHD Are Saying

Hear from parents whose children received support for ADHD through Handspring.
5 stars

“The strategies we learned from parent training sessions helped us handle challeges more calmly and made a lasting difference for our whole family.”

— Real Handspring Parent
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“Our son has gone from failing multiple classes to being an honor student. He’s been so helpful around the house and is all around a happy child.”

— Real Handspring Parent
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“Not only did my daughter not need medication, she has not missed a single day of school this year!”

— Real Handspring Parent

FAQs

I'm not sure if my child has ADHD. Do you help with diagnosis?

Yes — Our licensed clinicians provide thorough evaluations to understand your child’s strengths, challenges, and whether ADHD or something else might be contributing to their behavior.

What other challenges do you help with?

We treat a wide range of challenges across areas like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood, behavioral difficulties.

What is your clinical approach?

Our therapists primarily use CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), the gold-standard, first-line treatment for anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. Centered on skills-based CBT, our evidence-based approach helps young people better understand their thoughts, manage their emotions, and build lasting coping strategies that support emotional and behavioral well-being.

‍The key elements of our approach include:

  • Age-appropriate skill-building
  • Collaborative and active participation
  • Parental involvement
  • Strengths-based perspective
  • Progress tracking and feedback

What age range do you treat?

We provide virtual therapy for:

  • Children ages 8–12
  • Teenagers ages 13–17
  • Young adults ages 18–29
  • Parents of children over age 2 for parent coaching and support

Do you accept insurance?

Yes — we’re in-network with:

  • ‍Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • Oscar
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Optum
  • Cigna
  • AmeriHealth

Before services start, we’ll verify your benefits and let you know your exact copay. Most families pay less than $30 per session (including all costs such as copays, deductibles, and coinsurance).

We currently do not accept Medicaid, CHIP, or other state-based plans.

How much do your services cost without insurance?

Your first consultation is free, and sessions cost $125 after that ($175 in CA). If you’re paying out of pocket, you’ll get the same exact care and support as you would with insurance coverage.

Do I need a doctor’s referral?

No referral is needed. Parents and caregivers can book directly with us — it only takes a few minutes.

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