ADHD Resources: Kelowna, BC

Living with ADHD can have its ups and downs. If you're in Kelowna, here are some great local and Canadian resources to help you understand ADHD better and find ways to thrive. I also offer free counselling consultations to see if we are the right fit for counselling.

Local Support & Counselling (Kelowna & BC)

• Okanagan Ability Centre (Kelowna): Offers psycho-educational (learning) and ADHD assessments, along with therapy and counselling for children, youth, and adults.

  • http://okanaganabilitycentre.com/

• Psychology Today (Find an ADHD Therapist in Kelowna): You can search for local therapists who specialize in ADHD. Look for "ADHD" in their profiles.

  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/bc/kelowna?category=adhd

• Thriving Potential Clinical (Kelowna): Offers thorough ADHD assessments for understanding and diagnosis.

  • https://drjamieswan.com/psychological-assessment/adhd/

• Lumos Developmental Clinic Ltd. (Kelowna): Provides in-person ADHD assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.

  • https://lumosclinic.ca/

• Interior Health (Kelowna Mental Health & Substance Use): Provides a range of mental health services. While not ADHD-specific, they can be a starting point for general mental health support.

  • https://www.interiorhealth.ca/locations/kelowna-mental-health-substance-use

• ADHD Online Support Group (Susanne Currie - Kelowna based): An online support group for adults with ADHD. Check Psychology Today for current listings.

  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/groups/adhd-online-support-group/241794

Canadian & General Resources

• CADDAC (Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada): A leading Canadian charity for ADHD education, awareness, and advocacy. They also offer virtual support groups across Canada.

  • https://caddac.ca/

• ADDitude Magazine: A popular online resource with science-backed advice, tips, and personal stories for living with ADHD.

  • https://www.additudemag.com/

• How to ADHD (YouTube Channel): Fun and practical video tips for navigating life with ADHD.

  • https://www.youtube.com/howtoadhd

• Kelty Mental Health (BC Children's Hospital): Offers resources for ADHD, including webinars and information on managing ADHD in children and youth.

  • https://keltymentalhealth.ca/adhd