What is an ADHD Assessment?
An ADHD assessment is how we figure out what's really going on with your focus, memory, and follow-through. It is not a quick quiz. Plenty of people come to us after years of being told to just try harder, wondering why the usual tricks never stick.
You leave with a clear picture of what's driving it and a plan built on that, not a label handed over in a fifteen-minute visit. If medication makes sense, we manage it carefully and adjust as we learn what helps.
Care is led by Dr. Aminata Kamara, a board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner (PMHNP), alongside our clinical team.
Does this sound like you?
ADHD is more than being distracted. Day to day, it can feel like:
You start things with the best intentions, then they fizzle out half-done
Your keys, your appointments, your train of thought, all of it slips away
You are always running late or behind
You reread the same email five times and still miss what it said
You feel fried by the end of the day, like you worked hard and got nowhere
Types of ADHD We Treat
Inattentive ADHD
When the struggle is mostly forgetfulness, distraction, losing track of time, and unfinished tasks.
Hyperactive-impulsive ADHD
When restlessness, impulsivity, and a constant, driven-by-a-motor feeling lead.
Combined-type ADHD
When both the inattentive and the hyperactive sides show up together.
Adult-onset recognition
For adults who were never diagnosed as kids and are finally connecting the dots.
Co-occurring anxiety or depression
When ADHD shows up alongside anxiety or low mood, which is common, and needs a plan that accounts for both.
How We Approach Your Care
We start by understanding you
We get a clear picture of your history and how ADHD shows up in your daily life before anything else.
We explain what we find
No jargon and no rushed label. You leave understanding what is going on and why.
We find the right medication, carefully
If medication is part of your plan, we start thoughtfully and adjust based on how you respond.
We use genetic testing when it helps
Pharmacogenomic (GeneSight) testing can point us toward the medication most likely to work for your body.
We stay with you
Close monitoring and direct access to your provider, so you are never managing this alone.
As part of a thorough evaluation, we order baseline labs to help rule out other medical causes for your symptoms
We're a good fit for you, if:
You're an adult, teen, or child (age 5 and up) struggling with follow-through or having trouble at school
You suspect ADHD but have never been formally assessed or diagnosed
You've tried planners, apps, and willpower without lasting results
Life After Being Diagnosed With ADHD
Things stop falling through the cracks, and you follow through.
The day feels lighter, whether that's keeping up at work or staying on top of home.
You stop losing time and missing the moments that matter to you.
The little mistakes ease up, and your confidence starts coming back.
You feel calmer. More in the driver's seat of your day.
It finally clicks how your brain works, and you have a plan made for it.
How to Get Started
1
Reach Out
Schedule a visit by phone or through the contact page. No referral needed.
2
Complete Your Assessment
Meet with our team for a thorough ADHD assessment and a clear explanation of what we find.
3
Begin Your Treatment Plan
Start treatment and medication management built around your goals, with ongoing follow-up.
ADHD Assessment & Treatment FAQs
How do I get an ADHD assessment in North Dakota?
Reach out to schedule a visit. We provide ADHD assessments in person in Fargo and online anywhere in North Dakota and Minnesota, with no referral needed.
Can adults be assessed for ADHD?
Yes. We assess and treat ADHD across the lifespan, including adults who were never evaluated as children and children from age 5 and up.
Does insurance cover an ADHD evaluation?
We accept most major insurance plans across North Dakota and Minnesota, along with self-pay.
Is ADHD treatment available online?
Yes. We see patients in person in Fargo and online anywhere in North Dakota and Minnesota.
How soon can I be seen?
Wait times are typically short, often within the same week, though this can vary.