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ADHD Therapy · Derby & Online UK

ADHD Therapy in Derby

You are not lazy, broken or difficult. If you have ADHD — diagnosed or suspected — and you are struggling with emotional overwhelm, burnout, focus or self-worth, this is the right place to start.

Book your first session (£67) Free 15-minute intro call

BACP-registered · In-person Derby DE1 · Online UK · Confidential

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ADHD therapy session in Derby — therapist and client in conversation
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"Working with James has been incredibly helpful for my anxiety. He creates a calm, supportive environment."

— Liam Kendall, Google review

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What ADHD actually feels like as an adult

Most people picture ADHD as a child bouncing off walls. But for adults — especially those diagnosed late, or not yet diagnosed at all — it looks very different. It looks like a career that should be going better. A relationship under strain. A to-do list that never moves. A brain that will not switch off at night but cannot start the task that matters most in the morning.

It looks like being called "too sensitive" when you react strongly to criticism. Like starting ten things and finishing none. Like knowing exactly what you need to do and being completely unable to make yourself do it — and then hating yourself for it.

If any of that sounds familiar, you are not failing at life. You are working with a brain that is wired differently — and that brain deserves support that actually understands it.

Common ADHD experiences

  • Emotional dysregulation — big feelings that arrive fast and are hard to manage
  • Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) — intense distress from perceived criticism
  • Time blindness — chronic lateness, missed deadlines, poor time estimation
  • Hyperfocus followed by complete shutdown
  • Impulsivity in decisions, spending, relationships or speech
  • Chronic overwhelm and executive function difficulties
  • Sleep problems — racing thoughts, difficulty winding down
  • Burnout from years of masking and overcompensating
  • Low self-esteem built up from a lifetime of "not trying hard enough"
  • Anxiety and low mood as secondary effects of unmanaged ADHD
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How James works with ADHD clients in Derby

James Harris is a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapist based in Derby. His approach with ADHD clients combines several evidence-informed frameworks — not to diagnose or medicate, but to address the emotional, psychological and behavioural patterns that make daily life harder than it needs to be.

Sessions are structured but flexible. The pace is set by you. There is no pressure to perform, no homework you will feel guilty about not doing, and no judgment about where you are starting from.

Psychotherapy

Exploring the patterns, beliefs and emotional responses that have built up over years — often long before any diagnosis. Understanding why you respond the way you do is the first step to changing it.

Hypnotherapy for ADHD

Working with the subconscious to reduce anxiety, improve sleep quality and interrupt the impulsive or avoidant patterns that ADHD creates. Particularly useful for sleep disruption and emotional reactivity.

Psychoeducation & practical strategies

Understanding how your ADHD brain actually works — and building structures, routines and approaches that work with it rather than against it. Practical, grounded and tailored to you.

NLP-informed techniques

Reframing the internal narrative — the critical voice that says you are lazy, stupid or a failure — and replacing it with something more accurate and more useful.

Who this is for

ADHD therapy at AIP is designed for adults who are ready to understand themselves better and build a life that works for their brain. You do not need a formal diagnosis to benefit — many clients come with a strong sense that ADHD is present and are waiting for an NHS assessment or pursuing a private route.

  • Adults with a formal ADHD diagnosis (NHS or private)
  • Adults awaiting assessment who want support now
  • Late-diagnosed adults processing years of misunderstood behaviour
  • Professionals experiencing burnout linked to ADHD traits
  • People whose ADHD is complicated by anxiety, trauma or low mood
  • Those who have tried medication but want psychological support alongside it
  • Anyone who has always felt "different" and wants to understand why
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What to expect — the process

Starting therapy can feel like one more thing to organise. Here is exactly what happens so there are no surprises.

Step 1 — Free intro call (15 min)

A brief, no-obligation call to talk through what you are dealing with, ask any questions and check whether working together makes sense. No pressure, no commitment.

Step 2 — First session

A full 50-minute session to explore your history, current challenges and goals. James will outline a suggested approach and you will agree on how to proceed together.

Step 3 — Structured sessions

Regular sessions — weekly or fortnightly — with a clear focus each time. Progress is reviewed openly and the approach adapts as your needs change.

What clients say

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"Working with James has been incredibly helpful for my anxiety. He creates a calm, supportive environment."
— Liam Kendall
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"I decided to seek structured support and expertise… highly recommend James."
— Danny Abdy
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"Empathetic, professional, and truly supportive. I felt listened to without judgment."
— Graeme Tong
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"A transformative experience… helped me navigate a very dark period."
— Jamie Pilley
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"I started therapy for anxiety and stress management… positive from the first session."
— Garry Forman
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"Therapy with James helped me understand myself and overcome patterns I'd struggled with for years."
— David Flint

ADHD therapy in Derby — frequently asked questions

Do you offer ADHD therapy in Derby?

Yes. James offers in-person ADHD therapy in Derby at Room 6, 72 Wilson Street, DE1 1PL, and online sessions across the UK.

Do I need a diagnosis to come?

No. You do not need a formal ADHD diagnosis. Many clients come with a strong sense that ADHD is present and are waiting for an assessment or have not yet pursued one.

What does ADHD therapy actually involve?

Sessions address the emotional and psychological impact of ADHD — emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity, overwhelm, burnout and self-esteem — using integrative psychotherapy, NLP and hypnotherapy where appropriate.

Can hypnotherapy help with ADHD?

Yes, as part of an integrative approach. Hypnotherapy can support ADHD by working with subconscious patterns driving impulsivity, anxiety and sleep disruption. It is used alongside psychotherapy, not as a standalone treatment.

Do you work with late-diagnosed adults?

Yes. Many clients come following a late diagnosis in their 30s, 40s or 50s and are processing years of misunderstood behaviour, burnout and low self-worth.

How much does ADHD therapy cost in Derby?

Sessions are currently offered at £67 (normally £110) for a limited period. Fees are confirmed before booking.

How many sessions will I need?

It varies. Some clients see meaningful change in 6–8 sessions. Others benefit from longer-term support. This is discussed openly from the first session.

Do you offer online ADHD therapy?

Yes. Secure online sessions are available across the UK for clients who prefer remote support or cannot attend in person in Derby.

Is ADHD therapy confidential?

Yes. All sessions are fully confidential in line with BACP ethical standards, with standard safeguarding exceptions explained clearly at the outset.

How do I book?

Contact us via the website, phone or WhatsApp to arrange a free 15-minute intro call. We will check availability and answer any questions before you commit.

ADHD therapy in Derby — where we are

In-person ADHD therapy sessions are available at Room 6, 72 Wilson Street, Derby DE1 1PL — a calm, private and easily accessible clinic in Derby city centre, close to the bus station and city centre car parks.

Online sessions are available across the UK via secure video call — ideal for clients in Derbyshire and beyond who prefer to work from home.

Areas covered in person: Derby city centre, Allestree, Mickleover, Littleover, Chaddesden, Spondon, Oakwood, Borrowash, Duffield, Belper and surrounding Derbyshire.

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The clinic — see the space before you arrive

A calm, private room in Derby city centre. Online sessions are also available UK-wide.

How to find the clinic

If you're unsure on arrival, call or message and we'll guide you in.

  1. Walk along Wilson Street from the city-centre side (St Peter's Street) and look for the red-brick frontage shown above.
  2. Keep the building on your right and continue a few metres until you reach the doorway set back slightly from the pavement.
  3. Check you're outside No. 72 — the entrance has a glass door and the Room 6 buzzer panel.
  4. Press the Room 6 buzzer so we know you've arrived and the door will release.
  5. Head up the stairs to the first landing — Room 6 is at the top (image 5).
  6. Knock on the door marked Room 6 — you're here.
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Services at AIP Therapy Derby

Psychotherapy

Integrative one-to-one psychotherapy for anxiety, trauma, stress and low mood.

ADHD & Neurodivergent Support

Adapted therapy for adults with ADHD, autism or neurodivergent traits — paced to your needs.

Hypnotherapy

Targeted support for anxiety, sleep, impulsivity and habit change.

NLP-informed coaching

Mindset and behaviour-change work for performance, self-esteem and resilience.

Trauma & PTSD support

Paced, stabilisation-first work for trauma recovery and emotional regulation.

Anxiety & panic

Practical, structured support for high-alert anxiety, panic attacks and chronic worry.