Our signature evaluation process is informed by a deep understanding of the neurodivergent experience.
Undivided Attention Neurodivergent Identity & Comprehensive Experience Index: An ADHD and Autism Assessment
“NICE Index”
Our evaluation process is a neuro-affirming, collaborative exploration of your identity. It is informed by the most current scientific understanding of ADHD and the less obvious presentation of Autism in adults and is conducted over at least 2 90-minute sessions with some remote assessments between sessions.
Interview (90-minute session)
During this visit, we may:
Review your concerns. What made you seek out this service now?
Review your medical, educational, legal, occupational and social history.
Conduct a limited physical exam to establish baseline vital signs such as blood pressure and weight, and to screen for physical issues that can cause ADHD symptoms (even if you don’t actually have ADHD) or worsen them.
Obtain releases of information for your other healthcare providers and/or school and other collaterals as needed (so please remember to bring this contact information to your appointment).
Order lab tests, if needed.
NICE Index Feedback (90-minute session)
During this visit:
We will review and discuss the findings from the comprehensive assessment.
Together we will develop a personalized treatment plan centered on your own challenges, strengths, goals and desires.
Recommended treatment plans may include participation in our signature Interest & Identity Series (small group psycho-education sessions to help you understand why you experience the world the way you do and what to do about it), medication management, and/or referral to other providers.
We will then recommend the frequency with which in-person or telehealth follow ups should occur.
A visit within 2 weeks of starting new medication is typically recommended. Thereafter, depending on your symptoms, the time between visits can stretch out. If you are receiving prescriptions with us, expect to have at least one check-in appointment every 3-6 months.
Our goal is to deepen your understanding of your very unique brain, thereby improving your quality of life, functioning and self-acceptance.
Complimentary Consultation
Have some questions or want to get started? Schedule a consultation appointment so we can discuss your needs, and answer questions about how we can help.
A thorough but digestible explanation of the underlying neurology of ADHD that will help you and your loved ones understand your brain. It also serves as the framework for developing your personalized ADHD management plan.
The Interest & Identity Series. Relatable evidence-based education on how ADHD and Autism can affect you, what you can and cannot control, and how to disconnect your self-worth from the challenges ADHD presents in your daily life.
Knowledgeable, safe, and responsible prescribing/managing of ADHD medications.
Evidence-based guidance on nutritional supplements and ADHD. Undivided Attention is the only provider in the Madison area certified to manage Daily Essential Nutrients from Hardy Nutritionals, which is a complete nutritional supplement with clinically demonstrated effectiveness in ADHD. Here’s a link to the Hardy Nutritionals Provider Locator Map.
Stop listening to neurotypical productivity advice. As your ADHD specialists, we will encourage you to explore your personal strengths, values, and motivators so you can learn effective strategies to support your goals for functioning in the real world.
In-person sessions tend to be best, but we understand life can get in the way. If Undivided Attention prescribes stimulant medications for you as a part of your ADHD treatment plan, at least 1 in-person visit per year will be required due to Federal and State guidelines surrounding the management of controlled substances. Otherwise, we can work on your ADHD treatment program virtually.
Sometimes underlying medical conditions, genetic differences, and gut and nutrient issues can create or worsen the symptoms of ADHD, as well as impact treatment choices. Undivided Attention can help uncover those by ordering and interpreting the appropriate lab work if needed.
