Quick Facts
- Who it’s for: Adults in Florida who suspect they have ADHD, have been previously diagnosed and want re-evaluation, or already have a diagnosis and need ongoing medication management.
- Provider: Anna Stouffer, PMHNP-BC - dual-board-certified, 10+ years of experience evaluating and treating ADHD in adults.
- Format: Two telehealth visits (initial 60–90 min + follow-up 30–45 min), standardized rating scales, symptom timeline.
- Medication: Controlled-substance prescribing via telehealth permitted once clinical relationship is established; electronic prescriptions to your Florida pharmacy.
- Insurance: 9 carriers in-network.
- Appointments: Same-day / next-day availability.
What ADHD Evaluation Looks Like
ADHD in adults is often missed, dismissed, or misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression. A good evaluation does three things: confirms (or rules out) ADHD, identifies what else is going on, and produces a treatment plan that accounts for the whole picture.
Clinical interview. 60–90 minute structured conversation covering current symptoms, functional impact (work, relationships, daily life), developmental history, family mental health history, substance use, sleep, and medical conditions that can mimic ADHD (thyroid, anemia, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma responses).
Standardized rating scales. Validated tools like ASRS (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale) and DIVA-5 (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults), plus anxiety and depression screens since those frequently coexist.
Symptom timeline. ADHD starts in childhood even when it is not diagnosed until adulthood. We build the timeline from your own memories and, when available, old report cards or collateral from family.
Differential considerations. About 50% of adults with ADHD also have an anxiety disorder, 30% have major depression, and there is significant overlap with bipolar disorder, trauma responses, and autism. Treating the wrong condition is why some people feel worse on "ADHD meds" - we rule that out first.
If ADHD Is Confirmed
Treatment is usually a combination of medication and behavioral strategies. The evidence is strong that combined treatment outperforms either alone for adults.
- Stimulant medications - methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Focalin) and amphetamine (Adderall, Vyvanse) classes. First-line for most adults.
- Non-stimulant medications - atomoxetine (Strattera), guanfacine (Intuniv), bupropion. Used when stimulants are not appropriate (cardiovascular history, substance-use history, preference).
- Therapy coordination - CBT-based ADHD coaching and skills work through our therapy team. Addresses organization, executive function, emotional regulation.
- Lifestyle modifications - sleep, exercise, nutrition, structure. Not a replacement for treatment, but a real amplifier.
How Telehealth Works for ADHD
- Intake. 60–90 min telehealth visit. Clinical interview + rating scales. We send the scales in advance so you can complete them before the appointment.
- Diagnosis + plan. Usually by end of the initial visit; sometimes a second visit is needed for clarity.
- First prescription (if appropriate) - sent electronically to your Florida pharmacy.
- Follow-ups - typically at 2 weeks, 4 weeks, then monthly to find the right dose and monitor response. Once stable, quarterly.
See our adult ADHD condition page for symptom details and research citations.