ADHD Evaluation & Medication Management in New York
Adult ADHD is frequently undiagnosed and misunderstood. If focus, follow-through, and time management feel impossible despite genuine effort, a proper evaluation can provide clarity and a path forward. Telehealth available throughout New York State.
Why Adult ADHD Is Frequently Missed
ADHD is not just a childhood condition. Many adults with ADHD were never diagnosed as children — particularly women, high achievers, and individuals who developed strong coping strategies that masked their symptoms for years.
In adults, ADHD often presents differently than the hyperactive child stereotype. It may look like chronic disorganization, difficulty completing tasks, emotional dysregulation, procrastination, impulsivity in relationships or finances, and a persistent feeling of underperforming relative to your actual intelligence and effort.
For college students, the transition to independent academic life — without the structure of high school — frequently unmasks ADHD that was previously compensated for. Increased workload, self-directed study, and competing demands can make previously manageable symptoms suddenly debilitating.
Signs of ADHD in Adults and College Students
Who I Work With
Adults (18+)
Adults who suspect they have ADHD or were diagnosed as children and need ongoing medication management and monitoring.
College Students
Students whose academic performance, organization, or focus has declined since starting college — often a sign that ADHD was previously compensated for.
High-Achieving Professionals
Professionals who have always felt they were working twice as hard as peers to achieve the same results, or who are struggling to maintain performance under increased demands.
What the ADHD Evaluation Includes
A proper ADHD evaluation is not a checklist. It is a structured clinical interview that examines your full history, current functioning, and rules out other conditions that can mimic ADHD symptoms.
Detailed Symptom History
Review of current and childhood symptoms, onset, and duration across multiple settings.
Functional Impairment Assessment
How symptoms affect work, academics, relationships, and daily life.
Rule-Out Evaluation
Screening for anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and other conditions that can present similarly to ADHD.
Medication Discussion
If ADHD is confirmed, a thorough discussion of stimulant and non-stimulant options, benefits, risks, and what to expect.
Treatment Plan
A clear, individualized plan including medication management, follow-up schedule, and referrals as needed.
Ongoing Monitoring
Regular follow-up visits to assess medication effectiveness, adjust dosing, and monitor for side effects.
ADHD Medication Management
Medication is one of the most effective treatments for ADHD. The goal is not to change who you are — it is to reduce the friction that prevents you from functioning at your actual capacity.
Stimulant medications (such as amphetamine salts and methylphenidate) are first-line treatments with strong evidence. Non-stimulant options are also available for patients who prefer them or have contraindications to stimulants.
Medication management in this practice is conservative and structured. Prescriptions are based on clinical evidence and your individual history, not convenience. Follow-up visits are required to monitor effectiveness and adjust treatment as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need neuropsychological testing to be diagnosed with ADHD?
No. Neuropsychological testing is not required for an ADHD diagnosis. A thorough clinical interview by a qualified psychiatric provider is the standard diagnostic method. Testing may be recommended in complex cases, but it is not a prerequisite for evaluation.
Can I get an ADHD evaluation if I was never diagnosed as a child?
Yes. Many adults with ADHD were never diagnosed in childhood. Adult-onset presentation — or late identification — is common, particularly in women and high achievers. A clinical evaluation can assess whether your current symptoms meet diagnostic criteria.
How soon can I be seen?
Same-week appointments are often available. After submitting a contact request, I respond within 1-2 business days to schedule your initial evaluation.
Will I automatically receive a stimulant prescription?
No. Medication is only prescribed after a thorough evaluation confirms an ADHD diagnosis and determines that medication is clinically appropriate. The evaluation process is structured and evidence-based, not a prescription-on-demand service.
Do you treat college students?
Yes. I see adults 18 and older, including college students. Telehealth appointments are available throughout New York State, which means you can be seen from your dorm room or apartment.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We are in-network with Cigna, Medicare, and UnitedHealthcare/Optum plans (including Oscar and Oxford products). If your plan isn't listed, self-pay is available with a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement — many PPO plans reimburse a significant portion.
Hamed Hossainian, PMHNP-BC, DNP(c)
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Trained at Bellevue Hospital Center and Mount Sinai West, with clinical experience spanning inpatient psychiatry, psychiatric emergency, and outpatient medication management. MSN from Stony Brook University. DNP candidate at Gannon University (expected December 2026). Adjunct Clinical Instructor at CUNY.
Providing telehealth psychiatric care across New York State, with a focus on thorough evaluation and evidence-informed treatment.
Get Clarity. Get a Plan.
If you have been struggling with focus, follow-through, or organization, a proper evaluation is the first step. Telehealth appointments available throughout New York State.
In-network insurance accepted · Telehealth-only · New York State