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Working with an ADHD therapist in San Jose, CA can help you stop spiraling and start living.
You used to pull it all together at the last minute. It wasn’t always pretty, but somehow you got it done — the project, the paper, the meeting prep. But now? Even last-minute adrenaline isn’t cutting it. You’re trying to care, trying to push through… and instead, you find yourself scrolling, zoning out, spiraling in self-doubt.
You’re freaking out because this isn’t like you — at least, not the version of you who was praised for being sharp, efficient, or “so on top of things.”
Even when you got things done at the last second, you still got them done.
Now, everything feels like too much.
The deadlines, the expectations, the mental ping-pong between “Just start!” and “What’s wrong with me?”
And it’s not just work. Your partner says you’re not really listening.
You forget things they told you ten minutes ago. You feel distracted all the time, even with people you care about most. That constant feeling of guilt and failure? It’s exhausting.
The truth is, this isn't laziness. It’s not a character flaw. And no — you're not broken.
For many people with ADHD and anxiety, this cycle of procrastination, panic, and self-criticism becomes so normal, you don’t realize how deeply it’s running your life. You’re doing your best to hold it all together on the outside… but inside, it’s chaos.
If you're a young, career-driven person who’s always been the “high achiever” or “the one who figures it out,” this moment of burnout can feel like hitting a wall — and not knowing how to get around it.
You don’t need more worksheets. Or another morning routine from Instagram.
You need real connection — and some space to breathe.
In our work together, therapy won’t feel like another task to complete or a performance to nail. It’ll feel like a break. A breath of fresh air. A place where sarcasm, humor, and being 100% yourself are not just allowed — they’re welcome.
I help people like you: smart, creative, driven individuals who are so tired of anxiety and ADHD running the show. Together, we’ll start untangling the thoughts that keep you in panic mode and help you reconnect to yourself — the self that isn’t always in survival mode.
Over time, therapy doesn’t just help reduce anxiety or improve focus.
It can transform how you show up in relationships.
How you feel about your work.
How you talk to yourself at 2 a.m. when your brain is trying to spiral again.
Many of my clients notice changes across the board — in their ability to rest, in how they advocate for themselves at work, in how they finally feel present with the people they love. We work at a pace that feels human. And yes, there might be mindfulness, movement, or grounding tools involved — but there will also be laughter, swearing (if that’s your thing), and real moments of insight.
You don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to get support.
My clients typically meet with me weekly so they have consistent space to process, reset, and move out of survival mode. I’ve been helping people move through anxiety, panic, and perfectionism for over 15 years — and I believe therapy can be one of the most freeing parts of your week.
If you're ready to stop doing it all alone, I’d love to help.
“Somehow we’ve come to equate success with not needing anyone. Many of us are willing to extend a helping hand, but we’re very reluctant to reach out for help when we need it ourselves. It’s as if we’ve divided the world into “those who offer help” and “those who need help.” The truth is that we are both.” ~ Brene Brown
Alicia Hess Counseling
1210 S. Bascom Ave. Ste. 114 San Jose CA 95128
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