Adult ADHD Diagnosis, Testing & Treatment in Pennsylvania & Delaware
Structured, evidence-based ADHD evaluation, diagnosis, and ongoing treatment for adults throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
ADHD Philadelphia provides secure telehealth care throughout both states, with office locations near Philadelphia in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, and in Milford, Delaware.
If you have been struggling with focus, procrastination, organization, time management, follow-through, mental overwhelm, or inconsistent productivity, a structured evaluation can help determine whether ADHD or another condition may be contributing.
Two Adult ADHD Evaluation Pathways
ADHD Philadelphia offers two evaluation options based on what you are seeking after your diagnostic evaluation.
ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care — $300 Total Initial Evaluation
For adults who want an ADHD evaluation and plan to establish ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
The initial evaluation consists of:
$150 — Initial ADHD Consultation
Your consultation reviews areas such as:
Current ADHD symptoms
Childhood and developmental history
Attention and executive-function difficulties
Functional impairment
Work and academic functioning
Relationships and daily responsibilities
Mental health history
Medical history
Sleep
Current medications
Substance-use considerations
Conditions that may resemble or occur alongside ADHD
$150 — ADHD Testing & Results Appointment
ADHD testing, standardized questionnaires, clinical findings, and other relevant information are integrated with the broader diagnostic evaluation.
Your results are reviewed with you, and when ADHD is diagnosed, appropriate treatment recommendations and next steps are discussed.
Total initial evaluation: $300
The $300 Evaluation + Ongoing Care pathway is intended for patients establishing ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Ongoing ADHD treatment and medication-management appointments are $150 each.
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ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500
For adults who want a comprehensive ADHD diagnostic evaluation but do not plan to establish ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
This pathway may be appropriate when your primary goal is:
Diagnostic clarification
A comprehensive ADHD evaluation
Diagnostic documentation
Having the results available for use as part of care provided elsewhere
Total ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only fee: $500
Diagnostic documentation is completed within 7 days after all required appointments, testing, questionnaires, records, and requested information have been completed and received.
The seven-day turnaround period begins once all required components of the evaluation have been completed and received.
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Not Sure Which ADHD Evaluation Option Is Right for You?
A free 10-minute consultation is available if you have questions about ADHD Philadelphia or would like help determining which evaluation pathway best matches what you are seeking.
If you plan to establish ongoing ADHD care with ADHD Philadelphia, the $300 Evaluation + Ongoing Care pathway is designed for you.
If you are primarily seeking a diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia, choose the $500 ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only pathway.
Common Signs of Adult ADHD
Many adults seek an ADHD evaluation after years of experiencing difficulties they did not realize could be related to ADHD.
Common experiences can include:
Difficulty maintaining attention during tasks or conversations
Chronic procrastination
Difficulty getting started even when something is important
Forgetfulness
Losing track of responsibilities
Feeling mentally overwhelmed or scattered
Difficulty organizing work or daily responsibilities
Poor awareness of time
Frequently underestimating how long tasks will take
Difficulty prioritizing competing responsibilities
Starting projects but struggling to finish them
Difficulty following through despite genuine effort
Restlessness or impulsivity
Inconsistent productivity
Emotional reactivity
Many of these experiences are closely related to the brain processes known as executive functions.
Learn more about executive function in adults with ADHD, including working memory, organization, planning, time management, task initiation, sustained attention, prioritization, and follow-through.
These symptoms do not automatically mean someone has ADHD.
Anxiety, depression, chronic stress, sleep difficulties, substance use, medical conditions, medication effects, trauma-related symptoms, and other conditions can sometimes cause symptoms that resemble ADHD.
That is why diagnosis should consider the complete clinical picture rather than relying on one questionnaire or computerized test.
Comprehensive Adult ADHD Evaluation
ADHD Philadelphia focuses on structured adult ADHD evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing ADHD care throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Many adults arrive after years of compensating for difficulties with:
Focus
Organization
Procrastination
Time management
Working memory
Task initiation
Follow-through
Mental overwhelm
Inconsistent productivity
The purpose of an ADHD evaluation is not simply to assign a diagnosis.
The goal is to understand what is contributing to your difficulties, determine whether ADHD is present, consider relevant alternative or co-occurring conditions, and identify appropriate next steps.
Learn more about how adult ADHD is diagnosed in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
You can also review our complete guide to Adult ADHD Testing & Evaluation.
Why Choose ADHD Philadelphia?
Adult-Focused ADHD Care
ADHD Philadelphia focuses on adult ADHD evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing care.
Comprehensive Diagnostic Approach
Adult ADHD diagnosis is not determined by one symptom questionnaire or computerized test.
Evaluation considers your clinical history, developmental history, current symptoms, functional impairment, standardized information when appropriate, and other possible explanations for your symptoms.
Two Clear Evaluation Options
You can choose the pathway that matches what you are actually seeking:
ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care — $300 total initial evaluation
or
ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500
Transparent Pricing
You should understand the purpose and cost of your evaluation before beginning care.
There are no confusing differences between a treatment-establishment evaluation and a standalone diagnostic evaluation.
Ongoing ADHD Treatment
For patients establishing ongoing treatment, ADHD Philadelphia provides individualized ADHD treatment and medication management when clinically appropriate.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Treatment & Medication Management.
Secure Telehealth Across Pennsylvania & Delaware
Initial appointments are available through secure telehealth for eligible adults located throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
In-person appointments may be scheduled after the initial telehealth appointment when clinically appropriate.
There are no walk-in appointments.
Respectful, Individualized Care
ADHD does not look exactly the same in every adult.
Evaluation and treatment should consider the individual's experiences, responsibilities, strengths, difficulties, health history, and goals rather than assuming everyone with ADHD has the same presentation.
How Adult ADHD Evaluation Works
Pathway 1: ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care — $300
This pathway is designed for adults who are beginning an ongoing ADHD treatment relationship with ADHD Philadelphia.
Step 1 — Initial ADHD Consultation: $150
The initial consultation may review:
Current symptoms
Childhood and developmental history
Attention patterns
Executive functioning
Functional impairment
Work and academic functioning
Relationships
Daily responsibilities
Mental health history
Medical history
Sleep
Current medications
Substance-use considerations
Potential alternative diagnoses
Potential co-occurring conditions
Step 2 — ADHD Testing & Results Appointment: $150
Structured testing and standardized questionnaires provide additional clinical information.
Testing findings are interpreted together with your history, symptoms, impairment, and other relevant clinical information.
Your results and diagnostic findings are then reviewed with you.
When ADHD is diagnosed, treatment recommendations are individualized according to your clinical needs.
Total initial evaluation: $300
Ongoing treatment and medication-management appointments: $150 each
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Pathway 2: ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500
This pathway is designed for adults who want a comprehensive ADHD diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
The evaluation may involve:
Clinical evaluation appointments
Developmental and symptom history
Assessment of functional impairment
ADHD testing
Standardized questionnaires
Review of relevant mental health and medical factors
Differential-diagnosis considerations
Records review when required
Collateral information when clinically appropriate
Additional information needed to reach an appropriate diagnostic conclusion
Total ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only fee: $500
Diagnostic documentation is completed within 7 days after all required appointments, testing, questionnaires, records, and requested information have been completed and received.
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ADHD Testing Is Only One Part of Diagnosis
Computerized testing and standardized ADHD rating scales can provide useful clinical information.
However, no single ADHD test determines whether an adult has ADHD.
A comprehensive adult ADHD evaluation considers factors such as:
Current ADHD symptoms
Relevant childhood and developmental history
Whether symptoms occur across important areas of life
Functional impairment
Medical history
Psychiatric history
Sleep
Medication considerations
Substance-use considerations
Alternative explanations for symptoms
Possible co-occurring conditions
Standardized questionnaires
Testing when clinically appropriate
Testing contributes information to the diagnostic process.
It does not replace a comprehensive clinical evaluation.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Testing & Evaluation in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Diagnosis in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
ADHD Treatment After Diagnosis
For adults establishing ongoing care with ADHD Philadelphia, treatment is individualized according to symptoms, diagnosis, clinical needs, health history, treatment goals, treatment response, potential risks, and patient preferences.
Treatment may include:
Stimulant medication when clinically appropriate
Non-stimulant ADHD medication
Medication monitoring
Medication adjustment when appropriate
ADHD-focused behavioral strategies
Executive-function strategies
Lifestyle and environmental modifications
Therapy or coaching recommendations when appropriate
Medication is not guaranteed because someone receives an ADHD diagnosis.
Medication is prescribed only when clinically appropriate.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Treatment & Medication Management.
Ongoing ADHD Treatment & Medication Management — $150 Per Appointment
Ongoing treatment allows ADHD Philadelphia to monitor areas such as:
Treatment response
ADHD symptoms
Functioning
Medication effectiveness
Side effects
Safety
Continued treatment needs
Patients considering stimulant treatment should review the Medication Management & Stimulant Treatment Policy before beginning treatment.
Adult ADHD Care for Professionals
ADHD can be particularly difficult to recognize in successful professionals.
A person may appear highly capable while privately struggling with:
Missed or nearly missed deadlines
Chronic procrastination
Difficulty beginning complex projects
Working late to compensate for inefficient workdays
Difficulty prioritizing competing demands
Forgetting meetings or responsibilities
Difficulty switching between tasks
Email and administrative overload
Inconsistent productivity
Documentation backlog
Mental exhaustion from maintaining focus
Feeling capable of much more than current performance suggests
Some adults compensate for ADHD symptoms through intelligence, education, strong work ethic, perfectionism, anxiety, long hours, deadline pressure, elaborate organizational systems, or support from other people.
Professional success does not rule out ADHD.
The more useful question may be:
How much effort, stress, time, and compensation does it take to maintain that success?
Learn more about Adult ADHD Care for Professionals in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Adult ADHD Care Throughout Pennsylvania & Delaware
ADHD Philadelphia provides adult ADHD evaluation, testing, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing ADHD care throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Adults seek care from communities including:
Philadelphia
Bala Cynwyd
Bryn Mawr
West Chester
Lancaster
Harrisburg
Allentown
Pittsburgh
Wilmington
Newark
Dover
Milford
New Castle County
Communities throughout Pennsylvania
Communities throughout Delaware
Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania
Greater Philadelphia Area
Milford, Delaware
Initial evaluations begin through secure telehealth.
In-person appointments may be scheduled after the initial telehealth appointment when clinically appropriate.
There are no walk-in appointments.
Explore Adult ADHD Testing and Treatment Locations in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Frequently Asked Questions About ADHD Evaluation & Pricing
How much does an adult ADHD evaluation cost at ADHD Philadelphia?
ADHD Philadelphia offers two adult ADHD evaluation pathways.
ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care — $300 Total
This pathway consists of:
$150 initial ADHD consultation
$150 ADHD testing/results appointment
It is intended for adults who are establishing ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Ongoing treatment and medication-management appointments are $150 each.
ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500
This pathway is for adults seeking a comprehensive ADHD diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Why are there two different ADHD evaluation prices?
The two services have different purposes.
The $300 ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care pathway serves as the beginning of an ongoing ADHD treatment relationship with ADHD Philadelphia.
The $500 ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only pathway is a standalone diagnostic service for people whose primary goal is evaluation and diagnostic documentation rather than ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Which option should I choose if I want ADHD Philadelphia to manage my ADHD treatment afterward?
Choose:
ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care — $300 total initial evaluation.
This consists of the $150 initial ADHD consultation and $150 ADHD testing/results appointment.
When ADHD is diagnosed and treatment is clinically appropriate, ongoing ADHD treatment and medication-management appointments are $150 each.
Start the Evaluation + Ongoing Care Pathway.
Which option should I choose if I only want ADHD testing, a diagnostic evaluation, or documentation?
Choose:
ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500.
This pathway is specifically designed for adults seeking comprehensive diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Start the ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only Pathway.
How quickly will I receive diagnostic documentation from an evaluation-only assessment?
Diagnostic documentation is completed within 7 days after all required appointments, testing, questionnaires, records, and requested information have been completed and received.
The seven-day timeframe begins after all required evaluation components and requested information have been completed or received.
It does not necessarily begin after the first appointment.
What if I begin ongoing care and later decide to change providers?
Patients remain free to make decisions about their healthcare as circumstances and treatment needs change.
The important distinction between the two pathways is the service you are seeking when you begin the evaluation.
If your intention is to establish ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia, the $300 Evaluation + Ongoing Care pathway is appropriate.
If you are seeking a standalone ADHD diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia, the appropriate pathway is ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only — $500.
Does an ADHD diagnosis guarantee that ADHD medication will be prescribed?
No.
An ADHD diagnosis does not automatically mean medication or stimulant medication will be prescribed.
Treatment recommendations depend on factors including:
Diagnosis
Symptoms
Functional impairment
Medical history
Psychiatric history
Current medications
Potential contraindications
Potential risks
Treatment goals
Clinical appropriateness
When medication is appropriate, treatment options are discussed individually.
Read the ADHD Philadelphia Medication Management & Stimulant Treatment Policy.
Is computerized testing enough to diagnose adult ADHD?
No.
Computerized testing can provide useful information, but ADHD diagnosis should not be based on a computerized test alone.
Clinical history, developmental patterns, current symptoms, functional impairment, differential diagnosis, standardized information, and other relevant clinical factors must be considered.
Read Adult ADHD Testing & Evaluation for a detailed explanation.
Can I speak with someone before choosing an evaluation pathway?
Yes.
ADHD Philadelphia offers a free 10-minute consultation if you have questions about the practice or would like help understanding which evaluation pathway best matches what you are seeking.
Ready to Take the First Step?
You do not need to have everything figured out before seeking an evaluation.
The first step is determining which type of ADHD care you are looking for.
Want ADHD Evaluation + Ongoing Care?
$300 total initial evaluation
$150 initial ADHD consultation
$150 ADHD testing/results appointment
The pathway is designed for adults establishing ongoing ADHD treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Ongoing ADHD treatment and medication-management appointments are $150 each.
START ADHD EVALUATION + ONGOING CARE
Want ADHD Testing & Evaluation Only?
$500 comprehensive standalone diagnostic evaluation
This pathway is designed for adults who want an ADHD diagnostic evaluation without establishing ongoing treatment with ADHD Philadelphia.
Diagnostic documentation is completed within 7 days after all required appointments, testing, questionnaires, records, and requested information have been completed and received.
START ADHD TESTING & EVALUATION ONLY
Still Unsure?
A free 10-minute consultation is available if you have questions about ADHD Philadelphia or which evaluation pathway is appropriate for what you are seeking.
Explore ADHD Philadelphia
Learn more about Adult ADHD Diagnosis in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Testing & Evaluation.
Learn more about Adult ADHD Treatment & Medication Management.
Explore the Executive Function in Adults With ADHD Resource Center.
Learn about Adult ADHD Care for Professionals.
Review the ADHD Philadelphia Patient Journey.
Review the Medication Management & Stimulant Treatment Policy.
Explore Adult ADHD Testing and Treatment Locations in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Or Book an Adult ADHD Appointment.
ADHD Philadelphia
Adult ADHD evaluation, testing, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management for adults throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Online scheduling is available 24 hours a day. Appointment availability varies.
Initial evaluations begin through secure telehealth.
In-person appointments may be scheduled after the initial telehealth appointment when clinically appropriate.
There are no walk-in appointments.
Medical Information Notice
Information provided on ADHDPhiladelphia.com is for general educational purposes and does not replace individualized medical or psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.
ADHD diagnosis requires an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Treatment recommendations, including decisions regarding medication, are individualized and based on clinical appropriateness.
Documentation and accommodation requests are considered according to the nature of the evaluation, available clinical information, the purpose of the request, and applicable clinical requirements.
Author & Clinical Review
Charles Thornton, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
ADHD Philadelphia
Adult ADHD evaluation, testing, treatment planning, and medication management for adults in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
