ADHD Screening Evaluation Services

Dr. Debra Kissen, Ph.D., M.H.S.A · October 1, 2018

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Light on Anxiety offers brief screening evaluation to assess for ADHD symptoms in children and adults.
Evaluation findings and recommendations are discussed at a feedback appointment. Staff psychologists are readily available to meet with other involved professionals (e.g., school, physician, psychiatrist) to relay recommendations and ensure enhanced coordination of treatment.

Clients are provided with a concise report that includes a brief description of integrated findings and user-friendly recommendations identifying accessible strategies and resources.

Typically conducted within 2 Sessions:

1st session: Interview, Testing (2 hours)
2nd session: Feedback

Contact [email protected] with any questions or to schedule.

Dr. Debra Kissen, Ph.D., M.H.S.A

Dr. Debra Kissen is CEO of Light On Anxiety CBT Treatment Center. Dr. Kissen specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and related disorders. Dr. Kissen is the author of the Panic Workbook for Teens, Rewire Your Anxious Brains for Teens: Using CBT, Neuroscience, and Mindfulness to Help You End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (The Instant Help Solutions Series) and Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts: An Evidence-Based Guide for Managing Fear and Finding Peace. Dr. Kissen also has a special interest in the principles of mindfulness and their application for anxiety disorders. Dr. Kissen has presented her research on CBT and mindfulness-based treatments for anxiety and related disorders at regional and national conferences. Dr. Kissen is the Co-Chair of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America Public Education Committee. Dr. Kissen was the recipient of the 2020 Gratitude for Giving Spirit Award and the 2018 Anxiety Depression Association of America Member of Distinction Award.

Dr. Kissen often serves as a media psychologist and is available for press inquiries and strives to further the dissemination of empirically supported treatment (EST) information by offering user friendly quotes and simple to understand, practical tips and solutions to help mental health consumers move past stress and anxiety.

Learn more about Dr. Kissen and her own journey past anxiety & panic disorder.

Dr Kissen discusses increase in anxiety in children & adolescents and how CBT is effective in treating anxiety and related disorders.

What Light on Anxiety Clients Have To Say About Their Experience Working With Dr. Kissen:

“I have had a wonderful experience with Light on Anxiety so far and am very appreciative of all the excellent work being done by Dr. Kissen and her team. My first intake meeting with Dr Kissen was already helpful, even before formal therapy began!”

“I always feel better after I talk with you, and I always have fun. It felt good to smile and laugh. Thank you.”

“After struggling with different therapies for my son, one solution was brought up that saved many months if not years and tons of money going to useless therapies. Speaking with Dr. Kissen was heartening, normalizing and a great experience.”