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ADHD and Executive Functioning Therapy in Los Angeles

Does your child struggle to start tasks, lose their belongings constantly, or melt down when it’s time to switch activities? You’ve likely heard the terms ADHD and Executive Functioning, but in the day-to-day reality of a busy Los Angeles household, it just feels like constant friction and "reminding" (or yelling) that doesn't seem to work.

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Executive functions are the "management system" of the brain. When a child struggles here, it isn't about a lack of intelligence or a desire to be difficult—it’s about a brain that processes the world differently.

ADHD and Executive Functioning signals

Many parents come to me when they notice their child is bright but "stuck." Common signs include:

• Task Initiation: Staring at a blank page for an hour or being unable to start homework without a parent sitting right there.

• Working Memory: Forgetting a three-step instruction by the time they reach the top of the stairs.

• Emotional Regulation: Huge reactions to small setbacks or trouble "bouncing back" when things don't go their way.

• Time Blindness: Having no sense of how long a task will take or constantly being surprised that time is "up."

• Organization: The "black hole" backpack, lost water bottles, and messy rooms that never stay clean.

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With over 22 years of experience as a psychologist, I move beyond just "diagnosing." I provide active, engaged therapy that focuses on building a bridge between the child’s brain and the demands of their world.

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1. Skills, Not Just Talk: We work on "externalizing" the brain’s hard drive. We create physical systems, visual cues, and routines that actually work for their specific brain type.

2. Reducing Parent-Child Friction: I work with you to change the "nagging cycle." We shift from being the child’s "nagging boss" to being their "coach."

3. Building Confidence: ADHD often comes with a lot of shame. I help kids and teens understand their brains so they don't grow up feeling "lazy" or "stupid."

4. A Human, Positive Approach: I make these sessions productive and even fun. We celebrate the "superpowers" of an ADHD brain—like creativity and hyper-focus—while managing the parts that make life difficult.

Testimonials

"Our mornings were a battlefield of lost shoes and forgotten lunches. Dr. Verchick didn't just give us a lecture; she gave us a plan. She has this way of being very clinical and smart about the science, but so human about the reality of a messy house. Our son actually likes his sessions because she makes him feel capable instead of 'broken.' The 'vibe' in our house is 100% better." — Parent of a 5th Grader

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"I thought my daughter was just being defiant about her schoolwork. Dr. Verchick helped us see it was a 'starting' problem, not a 'lazy' problem. Jené is direct, engaged, and so easy to talk to. She made the process feel lighter for all of us, and for the first time, my daughter has actual tools she uses herself without me having to hover." — Parent of a 14-year-old

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"We were drowning in a sea of lost backpacks and forgotten permission slips. Getting the ADHD diagnosis was a relief, but we didn’t know what to do next. Dr. Verchick was the bridge we needed. She worked seamlessly with our pediatrician to make sure the medication was supported by actual life skills. She didn’t just treat our son; she put our whole family back on track so we could actually enjoy a Saturday together without a meltdown over Legos." — The Miller Family

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"For years we just thought our daughter was 'difficult' or 'dreamy.' When Dr. Verchick helped us navigate the ADD diagnosis, it was like someone finally handed us the manual for her brain. Jené collaborated perfectly with her doctor to monitor how the meds were helping her focus, while she handled the 'human' side of building her confidence. We went from constant friction to a house that actually functions." — Parent of a 7th Grader

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"Living with our son's ADHD was like living inside a pinball machine—lots of noise, fast movement, and constant 'game over' screens. We were hesitant about medication, but Dr. Verchick was such a grounded, non-judgmental partner through that whole process. She spoke the same 'medical' language as our doctor but explained it to us in 'tired parent' language. She made the sessions so fun that our son actually thinks he’s going to hang out with a friend, and meanwhile, he’s actually learning how to sit still for five minutes. She saved our sanity and probably our living room furniture." — The P. Family

Credentials & Training

• Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology – California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles

• M.A. in Clinical Psychology – California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles

• M.A. in Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapy – University of Southern California

• B.A. in Psychology – University of Arizona

• Licensed Psychologist in California

Contact Dr. Verchick

Email me:

drjeneverchick@proton.me

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Leave a voicemail or text:

310-271-9943

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