Denise Olesky - Growing for Today

06/23/2026

Sleeping with an ADHD brain can sometimes feel frustrating and be an up all night process. Giving your brain time to wind-down at the end of the day can help you fall asleep faster.

06/09/2026

Little things can keep you on track each day. Leaving notes around the house can be a simple way to give yourself reminders. Leave notes by the front door, on the fridge, and in the bathroom to get your day started on the right foot - and don't forget a few kind thoughts for yourself!
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06/01/2026

Many adults with ADHD struggle with more than attention and focus.

They may find it difficult to start tasks, stay organized, follow through on goals, or trust themselves to get things done consistently. Over time, these challenges can affect self-esteem and confidence.

I'm excited to share that I am expanding my services to include neurofeedback for adults and teens with ADHD and anxiety.

Neurofeedback is a non-invasive training process that helps the brain develop more effective patterns of functioning. Some individuals choose neurofeedback to support attention, focus, executive functioning, and self-regulation.

I'm currently accepting inquiries from individuals interested in learning more about upcoming neurofeedback services.

04/18/2026

If you have ADHD, struggling to start or follow through on tasks isn’t just about motivation.

There’s often a pattern happening underneath it.

When you approach a task, your nervous system can become activated—this might feel like overwhelm, dread, tension, or a strong urge to avoid. At the same time, your thoughts can quickly react:
“I can’t do this.”
“This is too much.”

From there, it’s easy to fall into:
➡️ avoidance
➡️ negative self-talk
➡️ feeling worse about yourself

Over time, this doesn’t just affect productivity.

It begins to affect how you see yourself and how much you trust yourself to follow through.

👉 ADHD isn’t just a focus issue —it’s a self-esteem and self-trust issue.

Each time a task doesn’t get done, it’s not just about the task alone. It's part of a larger picture.

It becomes:
“What’s wrong with me?”
“Why can’t I follow through?”

And that’s where self-esteem begins to take a hit.

I call this the ADHD Self-Doubt Loop.

The goal isn’t to push harder. It’s to interrupt the pattern and rebuild how you relate to yourself:
👉 Regulate
👉 Re-engage
👉 Reframe
👉 Rebuild

Because this work isn’t just about getting things done.

It's learning about your ADHD brain. And it’s about rebuilding self-trust and strengthening self-esteem over time.

Therapy for Adult ADHD & Anxiety
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Denise Olesky, MA, NCC, LPC provides individual counseling to adults and teens in Doylestown, PA.