You're Not Broken. Your Brain Just Works Differently.

If you've ever been told you're "too much" or "not enough," if you've spent years trying to fit into systems that weren't built for how your mind works, if you're exhausted from white-knuckling your way through every day—you're in the right place.

ADHD isn't about lacking willpower or trying harder. It's about your brain processing information, motivation, and time in its own unique way. And you know what? That's not something to fix. It's something to understand, support, and work with.

What ADHD Actually Looks Like (Spoiler: It's Not Just "Can't Sit Still")

ADHD shows up differently for everyone. You might recognize yourself in some of these experiences:

Executive Function Challenges:

• Starting tasks feels impossible, even ones you want to do
• Keeping track of time feels like trying to hold water in your hands
• Making decisions—even small ones—takes forever
• Switching between tasks feels like moving through mud

Attention Regulation:

• Hyperfocus on things that interest you, can't focus on things that don't
• Easily distracted by thoughts, sounds, or literally anything
• Losing track of conversations mid-sentence
• Forgetting things you just thought about seconds ago

Emotional Experience:

• Feelings hit hard and fast
• Rejection sensitivity that makes feedback feel crushing
• Difficulty regulating emotional responses
• Constant underlying restlessness or inner chaos

The Exhausting Parts No One Talks About:

• The shame of not meeting expectations (yours or others')
• Constantly feeling like you're underperforming
• The anxiety that comes with chronic overwhelm
• Relationship struggles from misunderstandings about your intentions

Our Approach to ADHD Care

We don't do "one-size-fits-none" protocols. Your ADHD experience is yours alone, shaped by your neurotype, your history, your life circumstances, and what matters to you.

Comprehensive Evaluation: We take time to understand how ADHD shows up in YOUR life. Not just checking boxes on a symptom list, but understanding:

• How your attention and focus patterns actually work
• What strategies you've already tried
• What's working and what's making things harder
• Your goals for treatment (and we mean YOUR goals, not someone else's)
• Any co-occurring conditions (anxiety, depression, trauma, etc.)
• Medical factors that might be causing or worsening symptoms

Ruling Out Medical Causes: Before diagnosing ADHD, we make sure symptoms aren't actually caused by:

• Thyroid problems: Hypothyroidism can look like ADHD
• Sleep disorders: Sleep apnea, insomnia can cause attention and focus issues
• Vitamin deficiencies: B12, iron, vitamin D deficiencies affect concentration
• Anemia: Can cause fatigue and difficulty concentrating
• Hormonal imbalances: Can affect attention and mood
• Blood sugar issues: Diabetes or hypoglycemia can mimic ADHD symptoms
• Medication side effects: Other medications that affect focus
• Substance use: Caffeine, cannabis, alcohol use patterns

We order appropriate lab work to rule out these medical causes before moving forward with ADHD treatment.

Medication Management That Makes Sense: ADHD medications can be genuinely life-changing when they're the right fit. We approach medication with:

• Transparency: We explain how different medications work, potential benefits and side effects, and what to expect
• Collaboration: You're not just taking what we prescribe—we're figuring out what works together
• Patience: Finding the right medication and dose takes time. We adjust based on your actual experience, not just clinical assumptions
• Respect for your concerns: If you're worried about medication, have had bad experiences, or need to work within certain constraints (pregnancy, breastfeeding, substance use history, other health conditions), we work with that
• Careful Evaluation: We take ADHD diagnosis seriously and ensure medication is actually appropriate for your situation

Medication Options We Consider:

• Non-stimulant medications (atomoxetine, guanfacine, clonidine, bupropion)
• Stimulant medications when appropriate (methylphenidate-based, amphetamine-based)
• Off-label medications when appropriate
• Combination approaches when needed

We start with a thorough evaluation and consider non-stimulant options first for many patients. Stimulants can be very effective, but they're not the only option and they're not right for everyone.

Beyond Just Pills: Medication is often incredibly helpful, but it's not the whole picture. We also discuss:

• Sleep (because ADHD and sleep issues are basically best friends, unfortunately)
• Nutrition and exercise (not in a preachy way—in a "these actually affect your brain chemistry" way)
• Environmental modifications that work with your brain instead of against it
• When therapy or coaching might be helpful
• Organizational strategies that might actually work for you

Genetic Testing Option: We offer GeneSight pharmacogenomic testing to understand how your genetics might influence medication response. It's not required, but it can provide helpful information for treatment decisions.

What ADHD Treatment Looks Like at Forest Path

Initial Evaluation (60-90 minutes): We're not rushing through a checklist. We're getting to know you, your brain, your life, and what you're hoping for from treatment.

Medication Start (If We Go That Route): We start conservatively, monitor closely, and adjust based on your feedback. You're not stuck with something that isn't working.

Follow-Up Appointments: Regular check-ins to monitor how things are going, adjust as needed, and make sure you're getting the support you actually need. These are typically 30-45 minutes.

Between Appointments: You can message us with questions or concerns. We're not going to make you wait weeks if something isn't working right.

Ages We Serve

We provide ADHD care for:

• Teens (12+)
• Young adults navigating college or early career
• Adults who just figured out their lifelong struggles are actually ADHD
• Older adults managing ADHD alongside other life transitions

Insurance & Logistics

We accept most major insurance plans including:

• Aetna
• Cigna
• United Healthcare
• Oscar
• Optum
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Private pay options available

Note: We do not accept Medicaid or Medicare at this time.

Telehealth Throughout Colorado

All appointments are virtual, which means:

• No commute (one less thing to be late for)
• Connect from wherever you're comfortable
• Available throughout Colorado—Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Grand Junction, and everywhere in between
• Same-week appointments often available

Let's Be Real About ADHD

Having ADHD in a world built for neurotypical brains is exhausting. You've probably spent years feeling like you're somehow failing at being human, when really you're just trying to operate in systems that weren't designed for how your brain works.

You're not lazy. You're not broken. You're not "just not trying hard enough." Your brain is wired differently, and that difference deserves support, not shame.

Ready to Stop Fighting Your Brain?

If you're tired of the struggle, tired of the shame, and ready for care that actually gets it—we're here.

Book an appointment online or call us at (719) 212-1951.

Same-week appointments available. Relief is possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Forest Path Psychiatry & Healing is a nurse-led psychiatric practice serving all of Colorado via telehealth. All of our providers are board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) specializing in trauma-informed, affirming care.