Resources

Links to agencies/organizations that offer services and assistance for people with ADHD.

General Resources for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Nonprofit, parent-based organization formed to better the lives of people with attention-deficit disorders and those who care for them.

National website and contact information:
www.chadd.org
Contact page
Tel: (800) 233-4050
Tel: (301) 306-7070 (National Headquarters)

Northern California

http://chaddnorcal.org/
Contact page
Tel: (888) 759-9758

ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)

The Attention Deficit Disorder Association provides information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder lead better lives.

http://www.add.org/
Contact page
Email: info@add.org
Tel: (800) 939-1019

The A.D.D. WareHouse

Specializes in products for ADHD and related problems. Books, games, training, assessment products for teachers/parents/adults/kids/health-care professionals.

http://addwarehouse.com
Contact page
Tel: (800) 233-9273 (toll free)

Bay Area Mental Health Centers

UC Berkeley Psychology Clinic & Center for Assessment

The UC Berkeley Psychology Clinic strives to provide the best available psychological treatments to the larger Bay Area community. These interventions are demonstrated by the research to be effective for improving mental health problems and are individually-tailored to meet the unique needs of each person. Common issues addressed in at this clinic include, but are not limited to, the following: depression, anxiety, grief & bereavement, trauma, sleep and other health concerns, relationship and family issues, school problems, parenting difficulties, and significant life transitions. Clinicians are doctoral students enrolled at UC Berkeley.

https://psychology.berkeley.edu/clinics/our-services
Tel: 510-642-2055

UCSF UCB Schwab Dyslexia & Cognitive Diversity Center

https://dyslexia.ucsf.edu/ucsf-ucb-schwab

Clearwater Counseling

Clearwater is an outpatient mental health clinic that offers DBT therapy and Assessment and other mental health services for all age groups.

http://www.clearwaterclinic.com/
Contact page
Tel: (510) 596-8137

Talk Line Family Support Center

Phone counseling available 24 hours a day. Drop-in visits welcome Mon-Thu 9am-2pm; and available by appointment in the evenings 4- 8:30 p.m. Cost: Counseling is priced on a sliding scale; no one is turned away for lack of funds.

http://www.talklineforparents.org/
Contact page
Email: talkline@sfcapc.org
Tel: (415) 441-KIDS (5437)

San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy (SFBACCT)

The San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy is committed to the goals of providing high-quality cognitive-behavior therapy, conducting training and research in cognitive-behavior therapy, and disseminating information about cognitive-behavior therapy to both lay and professional audiences.

http://www.sfbacct.com/
Tel: (510) 652-4455

Support for Families of Children with Disabilities

http://www.supportforfamilies.org/
Contact page
info@supportforfamilies.org
Tel: (415) 282-7494

Matrix Parent Network & Resource Center

Their mission is to empower families of children with special needs to successfully understand and access the systems that serve them. Their services include Parent Training and Information Services, Family Empowerment Centers, Family Resource Centers and more.

http://www.matrixparents.org/
Contact page
Email: info@matrixparents.org

The Wright Institute

The mission of the Wright Institute is to educate psychologists to practice at the highest level of professional competence; analyze and evaluate research, theory, and practice; and make appropriate life-long use of the evolving body of psychological knowledge.

http://www.wi.edu/
Contact page

Bay Area Medical Centers

California Pacific Medical Center

http://www.cpmc.org/
Contact page
Email: cpmcadmin@sutterhealth.org

Benioff Children’s Hospital & Research Center Oakland

http://www.childrenshospitaloakland.org/main/home.aspx
Contact page

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital (Hyperactivity Attention and Learning Problem Clinic)

http://www.ucsfbenioffchildrens.org/
Contact page

Other Resources

Teen Line

Statewide, toll free confidential telephone service to any youth (all ages) and their parents who are in a crisis situation; services include intervention counseling, referrals, and links to agencies with other types of parental services.

https://teenlineonline.org/
Contact page
Tel: (310) 855-HOPE
TEXT TEEN to 839863

ACCESS

Referral service for therapy/counseling/social services.

http://www.acbhcs.org/
Contact page
Tel: (800) 491-9099

Parents Without Partners

Partners Without Partners provides single parents and their children with an opportunity for enhancing personal growth, self-confidence and sensitivity towards others by offering an environment for support, friendship, and the exchange of parenting techniques.

http://www.parentswithoutpartners.org/
Contact page

AddictionResource.com

A site that raises awareness on the dangers of addiction and helps local communities stay drug-free

https://addictionresource.com

Drug Dangers

Committed to providing information on a range of medications and medical devices that have serious complications.

https://www.drugdangers.com/

Recall Report

A comprehensive online resource for information on mental health. Our information is for all audiences, spanning important topics like substance abuse, depression/anxiety/suicide, prescription drug information; and extending into treatment, rehabilitation and recovery.

See https://www.recallreport.org/health-information/conditions/addiction-rehab-recovery/ for more information.

Vaping Daily

Supports the cause of promoting a healthier lifestyle through education and awareness

https://vapingdaily.com/health

Helpful Books

Straight Talk about ADHD in Girls: How to Help Your Daughter Thrive
Stephen P. Hinshaw

Teenagers with ADHD: A Parent’s Guide
Chris A. Zeigler Dendy, M.S.

All About ADHD: The Complete Practical Guide for Classroom Teachers
Linda J. Pfiffner, Ph.D

Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention
Kathleen G. Nadeau, Ph.D and Ellen B. Dixon, Ph.D

1-2-3 Magic: Effective discipline for children 2-12
Thomas W. Phelan, Ph.D

Shelly the Hyperactive Turtle
Deborah Moss

Straight Talk About Psychiatric Medications for Kids
Timothy E. Wilens, M.D

Taking Charge of ADHD: the Complete Authoritative Guide for Parents
Russel A. Barkley, Ph.D