Pre-Screening
Speak with our care team to see if your symptoms may be related to ADHD.
Office visit
Receive a 1-hour comprehensive ADHD assessment with a licensed provider.
Treatment
Start your tailored ADHD care plan—designed around your goals and preferences.
What is Adult ADHD?
ADHD isn’t just for kids. It often continues into adulthood—and many people never get diagnosed.
✔️ Trouble concentrating
✔️Forgetfullness
✔️Chronic procrastination
✔️Disorganization
✔️Impulsivity
✔️Feeling mentally restless or scattered
✔️Trouble managing time
If you’ve always had trouble focusing, finishing things, or staying organized, ADHD could be the reason.
How ADHD Testing at Bright Horizons Psychiatry Works
Why ADHD Treatment Matters?
After treatment:
Most patients begin to see improvements in focus, organization, and emotional regulation within weeks. Follow-ups can be scheduled monthly or as needed to adjust treatment. We’re here to support you long-term with medication management, therapy coordination, and progress tracking.
Before Your Evaluation:
You’ll meet with one of our psychiatric providers for a 1-hour evaluation. We’ll explore your symptoms and history in detail and have you complete computerized cognitive testing (Creyos platform) to assess attention, memory, and executive function.
During Your Visit:
Our providers create a personalized diagnosis and discuss treatment options. We’ll review whether stimulant or non-stimulant medications, lifestyle changes, or alternatives like TMS may work best for you.
After Your Visit:
You’ll receive a written treatment plan and ongoing support. If medication is prescribed, we handle refills and follow-ups. If you prefer a natural or non-medication route, we’ll guide you through alternatives to help manage symptoms effectively.
Treatment Options for Adult ADHD
We offer a range of evidence-based treatments, tailored to your needs and preferences:
Traditional Stimulants
- Examples: Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, Concerta
- Benefits: Rapid onset, effective for most patients
- Monitoring: Requires regular follow-up for safety and dose adjustment
Non-Stimulant Prescription Options
- Examples: Strattera (atomoxetine), Qelbree, Wellbutrin (bupropion), Intuniv (guanfacine)
- Ideal For: Individuals with anxiety, substance use concerns, or intolerance to stimulants
Supplements & Natural Support
- If you prefer non-prescription options, we can guide you with evidence-informed supplements, such as:
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Supports attention and mood
- Magnesium L-threonate: Linked to memory and executive function
- Dopamine modulators
- These can be combined with lifestyle support and TMS for optimal outcomes.
Advanced Treatment: TMS for ADHD
- If medications aren’t tolerated or haven’t worked, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a safe, non-invasive alternative.
- Targets attention-regulating brain circuits
- No daily pills, no systemic side effects
- Backed by emerging research in adult ADHD
- Backed by emerging research in adult ADHD
Now Offering a 3-Week TMS Focus Package: Daily treatments (15 sessions) for $3,000
Dr. Amir Etesam, MD
Dr. Amir Etesam, MD, is a Johns Hopkins-trained Psychiatrist at Bright Horizons Psychiatry in North Bethesda, Maryland. After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Etesam chose to focus his career on mood and anxiety disorders. He is a member of the well-respected Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), the only medical honor society in the world. Diagnostic clarification and appropriately treating psychiatric disorders are the fundamentals of Dr. Etesam’s practice and his promise to his patients. His particular interests include complex psychopharmacology, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Intranasal Ketamine Esketamine (Spravato®) treatment. Dr. Etesam is a National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) certified TMS provider. At present, he sees and treats patients with mild to moderate depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD, including severe and treatment-resistant cases. He warmly welcomes all patients into Bright Horizons Psychiatry, and he looks forward to caring for them.
MEET THE TEAM
Fast relief with minimal side effects
Many patients notice an improvement in mood within days, not weeks. Side effects are typically mild and short-lived, such as a relaxed feeling or a light, dreamy sensation.
No insurance hassles
As a cash-based treatment, IM ketamine bypasses the delays and denials that often come with insurance. Our team will walk you through costs, expectations, and a personalized care plan.
Clinically proven and
provider-supervised
IM ketamine is helping people nationwide find relief from treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar depression. Administered under the guidance of licensed mental health professionals, this treatment takes place in a peaceful, spa-like room designed for your comfort and safety.
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