ADHD Treatment in Florida for Kids, Teens and Adults
Same-day visits are often possible
See us in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video anywhere in Florida. Ages 6 and up. We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most major insurance plans. Se habla español.
If you can’t stay on task no matter how hard you try, or your child’s teacher keeps sending notes home, ADHD might be part of the picture. It’s one of the most common conditions diagnosed in kids, and for many people it carries on into the teen years and adulthood.
We evaluate and treat ADHD in children from age 6, teens and adults. You can see us at our Fort Lauderdale office, and many follow-ups can happen by video from anywhere in Florida.
Online ADHD Care Anywhere in Florida
You don’t have to live near Fort Lauderdale to be treated here. We see patients from Miami to West Palm Beach, and across the rest of Florida, by secure video visit. All you need is a phone, tablet or computer with a camera, a private place to talk, and to be in Florida at the time of each visit.
- Evaluation: your first visit can be by video or in our office. Your provider may also ask for rating forms, school reports or past records.
- Medication: non-stimulant medicines can often be started and managed by video. If a stimulant might be right for you, the first visit for it is in person, and after that your provider decides whether video follow-ups are safe.
- Follow-ups: regular video check-ins to see how treatment is working and adjust it.
Telehealth visits are covered by most plans we take, including Florida Blue, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicaid and Tricare. Not sure yet whether it’s ADHD? Start with an ADHD assessment.
What ADHD Looks Like
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition. The behaviors show up often, in more than one setting, and get in the way of daily life. They fall into three groups:
- Inattention: trouble paying attention, staying on task or keeping things organized
- Hyperactivity: moving around at the wrong times, feeling restless or talking a lot
- Impulsivity: interrupting, cutting in on others or having a hard time waiting your turn
Some people mostly have one type. Others have all three. ADHD also tends to show up alongside sleep problems, learning disorders, anxiety or depression, so we look at the whole picture.
ADHD in Adults
Plenty of adults get diagnosed for the first time in their 20s, 30s or later. ADHD starts in childhood, though, so part of the evaluation is looking back. For adults, symptoms need to have been there before age 12, and adults and teens over 16 need five symptoms instead of six. Your provider may ask to talk with a partner or family member, or look at old report cards if you have them.
It’s worth asking about, because adult ADHD can affect work, money, relationships and driving, and treatment often helps.
Not sure where to begin? Our adult ADHD screener can help adults 18 and older prepare questions for an evaluation.
How We Treat ADHD
It starts with an evaluation. For kids and some adults, our ADHD assessment is the first step. Your provider will ask about symptoms now and in childhood, school or work, sleep, mood and any other health conditions.
Stimulant medication
Stimulants are the most common ADHD medicine for adults, and they’re also used for children. We do prescribe them when they fit the patient. Because they’re controlled substances, your provider looks closely at your history, other medications and any risk of misuse or addiction before writing one, and keeps checking at every follow-up.
A stimulant prescription needs an in-person visit at our Fort Lauderdale office. After that, your provider may approve video follow-ups, depending on how you’re doing.
Non-stimulant options
Some people do better on a non-stimulant, or need one alongside another medicine. These include atomoxetine (Strattera), guanfacine (Intuniv), clonidine and viloxazine (Qelbree). Your provider will explain the trade-offs. Ongoing care is handled through medication management.
Therapy and support
Cognitive behavioral therapy, parent training and help at school are all standard parts of ADHD care. We offer therapy, but openings depend on our therapists’ schedules, so ask our staff what’s available.
Children and teens
For anyone under 18, a parent or guardian is part of the evaluation and the plan. We’ll also talk about school supports and how things are going at home.
How to Get Started
1. Ask for an appointment
Call (754) 270-6322 or request an appointment online. We’re open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and same-day visits are often possible.
2. We call you back
Our staff check your insurance, send your intake packet and confirm the time of your visit and whether it’s in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video.
3. Your first visit
Your provider goes over your symptoms, history, past treatment and current medications, then talks through a plan with you. For kids, plan on a parent or guardian being there for the whole visit.
Common Questions
Can I have an ADHD evaluation online in Florida?
Yes. The first evaluation can be done by video as long as you are in Florida during the visit. If a stimulant is being considered, you will need an in-person visit first.
Can I get ADHD medication by video?
Some of it, yes. Non-stimulant medicines can often be managed by video. A stimulant prescription needs an in-person visit first, and after that your provider decides whether video follow-ups are safe for you.
I’m an adult. Is it too late to get diagnosed?
No. Many adults are diagnosed for the first time. Your provider will ask about symptoms now and before age 12, and may want to hear from someone who knew you as a kid.
What age do you start seeing children?
We see children from age 6.
Will I be put on a stimulant right away?
Not necessarily. Your provider weighs your symptoms, health, other medications and any risk of misuse, and talks through stimulant and non-stimulant options with you.
Does insurance cover ADHD treatment?
Coverage depends on your plan. Our staff check it before your visit, and we have sliding-scale self-pay rates.
Insurance and Cost
We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and Optum, and we have sliding-scale rates if you’re paying yourself. We check your coverage before the visit. The price of the medication itself depends on your pharmacy and plan. More on insurance.
We see patients from age 6, and same-day visits are often possible. Several of our providers and staff speak Spanish. Request an appointment or call (754) 270-6322.
Who You’ll See
Your care is with our team of physicians, psychiatric nurse practitioners and a physician assistant. Visits are available in English, Spanish, Russian, Urdu and Hindi. You can meet our providers before you book, and our staff can help you choose someone who’s a good fit.
Dr. Andrew C. Rucker, DOPsychiatrist
Dr. Murtaza Ali, DOAddiction specialist and family physician
Dr. Heather Brathwaite, PhD, PMHNP-BCPsychiatric nurse practitioner
Michelle KovalPsychiatric nurse practitioner. Speaks Russian
Neal Fouke, PAPsychiatric physician assistant
Muhammad Nawaz, PMHNP-BCPsychiatric nurse practitioner. Speaks Urdu and HindiWe aren’t an emergency service. If you’re thinking about suicide or you’re in crisis, call or text 988. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Andrew C. Rucker, DO, psychiatrist, on October 6, 2026.
Sources: NIMH: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder; NIMH: ADHD, What You Need to Know. This page is general information, not medical advice.
Request an Appointment
Tell us how to reach you. Our team calls back the same business day, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Your appointment is confirmed once staff call you to set the time and place.
Prefer to talk to someone? Call (754) 270-6322.
Our Office
3015 N Ocean Blvd, Ste C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308. Phone: (754) 270-6322. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Video visits are available anywhere in Florida. Directions and parking.