Adult ADHD Evaluations in New York City
You've wondered long enough!
Adult ADHD Evaluations in New York City — In-Person or via Zoom Anywhere in New York State.
You've always worked harder than it seems like you should have to. You've developed systems, workarounds, and habits that get you through — but the effort is exhausting, and the results are inconsistent.
Maybe you've wondered for years whether ADHD might explain it. Maybe someone close to you recently said something. Maybe your own child was just diagnosed and you suddenly recognized yourself in the description.
You deserve a clear answer.
Dr. KC Bugg & Associates offers focused adult ADHD evaluations designed to give you exactly that — a thorough, clinically rigorous assessment of whether ADHD is present, what it looks like for you specifically, and what to do next.
THE SHORT VERSION
What: A focused 2-hour ADHD evaluation — clinical interview, standardized testing, written report, and results review.
Who: Adults who suspect they have ADHD and want a formal diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
Not for: Professional exam accommodations (LSAT, Bar, MCAT, GRE, GMAT) — those need our comprehensive evaluation.
Next step: Call or email Madeleine to schedule. 212-256-1697 · madeleine@drkcbugg.com
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IS THIS YOU?
You Might Benefit From an ADHD Evaluation If...
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You've always struggled with focus, organization, or follow-through — but only in certain contexts
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You can hyperfocus intensely on things that interest you but can't sustain attention on anything else
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Deadlines feel impossible until the last minute, when something finally kicks in
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You lose things constantly, forget appointments, and miss details despite genuinely trying
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You've been told you're smart but not living up to your potential — for most of your life
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You suspect you've been masking or compensating for something your whole career
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Your child was recently diagnosed with ADHD and you see yourself in everything you're reading
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You've been treated for anxiety or depression but something still feels off
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You're a woman who was never identified in school because your symptoms looked like daydreaming, not disruption
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You just want to know — once and for all — whether this is ADHD or something else
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IN-PERSON OR ZOOM
FLEXIBLE OPTIONS
In-Person or Via Zoom — Anywhere in New York State
Our adult ADHD evaluations are available in person at our Flatiron District and Astoria offices — or via secure video appointment for anyone located anywhere in New York State
The telehealth option means you don't need to be in New York City to work with us. If you're in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, the Hudson Valley, Long Island, or anywhere else in the state, you can complete your evaluation from home without compromising the clinical quality of the assessment.
WHAT THIS EVALUATION IS — AND ISN'T
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
What This Evaluation Is — and What It Isn't
Our focused adult ADHD evaluation is designed for diagnostic clarity and treatment planning. It provides a formal diagnosis supported by standardized testing and clinical interview — the kind of documentation your therapist, psychiatrist, or primary care provider needs to guide treatment decisions, including medication management.
This evaluation is appropriate for:
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Adults seeking a formal ADHD diagnosis for the first time
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Adults with a suspected or prior diagnosis who want current, comprehensive documentation
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Adults whose treating providers have requested formal diagnostic documentation before initiating or adjusting medication
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Adults who want to understand their cognitive profile and get clear recommendations for managing ADHD in daily life
This evaluation is NOT appropriate for:
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Professional exam accommodations (LSAT, Bar Exam, MCAT, GRE, GMAT) — these require our comprehensive evaluation
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Workplace ADA accommodations — these typically require a more comprehensive evaluation
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School or university accommodations — contact us to discuss what documentation your institution requires
If you're not sure which evaluation is right for your situation, call or email Madeleine — we'll help you figure it out.
A NOTE ON LATE DIAGNOSIS
YOU'RE NOT ALONE
ADHD Looks Different in Adults — Especially Women
ADHD was historically identified in hyperactive boys. The criteria, the research, and the clinical intuitions of an entire generation of clinicians were shaped by that population. As a result, many adults — and particularly many women — spent their entire childhoods and early adulthoods undiagnosed
Adult ADHD often looks less like hyperactivity and more like chronic overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, difficulty sustaining effort on low-interest tasks, and a persistent gap between what you know you're capable of and what you're actually producing. It can look like anxiety. It can look like depression. It can look like a character flaw.
It isn't.
If you've spent years wondering whether something was wrong with you — or were told that you were bright but just not trying hard enough — a formal evaluation can finally give you a framework for understanding your own experience. That clarity, for many people, is itself transformative.
AFTER THE EVALUATION
NEXT STEPS
What Happens After Your Evaluation
Your written report and results review give you a complete picture of your diagnosis and a clear set of recommendations. From there, next steps typically include one or more of the following:
Medication evaluation — if medication is appropriate, your report provides the documentation your prescribing provider needs to make informed decisions about type, dosage, and monitoring.
Therapy and coaching — ADHD responds well to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and executive functioning coaching. Our recommendations will be specific to your profile.
Workplace or academic strategies — we provide practical, individualized recommendations for managing ADHD in your specific work or school environment.
Accommodations documentation — if after your evaluation you determine that you need documentation for workplace or academic accommodations, we can discuss whether additional evaluation is needed.
We don't diagnose and disappear. We're available to answer follow-up questions as you navigate the process.
Ready to Get Clarity?
Call or email to schedule your adult ADHD evaluation. Our team will confirm fit, answer any logistics questions, and get you on the calendar.
Dr. KC Bugg, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist NY License #020929
Phone: 212-256-1697
Phone: 212-256-1697 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST)
Email:
For scheduling and inquiries: madeleine@drkcbugg.com
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WHAT THE EVALUATION INVOLVES
WHAT TO EXPECT
A Focused, Two-Hour Evaluation
Our adult ADHD evaluation is a focused two-hour assessment designed specifically for diagnostic clarity and treatment planning. It is not a brief online questionnaire or a checklist — it is a clinically rigorous evaluation conducted by a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience.
What the evaluation includes:
Clinical Interview
We begin with a thorough structured interview covering your current symptoms, developmental and academic history, occupational functioning, relationships, and any prior diagnoses or treatment. Understanding the full picture of how ADHD — or something else — has shaped your life is essential to an accurate diagnosis.
Standardized Rating Scales
You'll complete validated ADHD rating scales that assess symptom frequency and severity across multiple domains. These provide objective, norm-referenced data to complement the clinical interview.
Symptom Review & Differential Diagnosis
ADHD shares significant symptom overlap with anxiety, depression, trauma, sleep disorders, and other conditions. Part of our evaluation specifically examines what else might be contributing to your experience — because an accurate diagnosis matters more than a fast one.
Written Report
You'll receive a comprehensive written diagnostic report documenting our findings, your diagnosis, and specific recommendations for treatment, accommodations, and next steps.
Results Review
Every evaluation concludes with a brief results review where we walk you through the findings and help you understand what comes next.