ADHD in Real Life: Helping Kids Focus, Thrive, and Feel Understood

In this powerful episode of Real Life Counseling, Ryan Simpson and Dr. Ernie Reilly, LCSW sit down with child and play therapists Amanda Riendeau, LCSW and Andreina Bello, LMHC to unpack what ADHD really looks like in kids—and what parents can do to help. Together, they explore the brain science behind ADHD, differences between boys and girls, the emotional experience of parents seeking help, the role of play therapy, and practical tools families can use immediately at home. If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s behavior is “just being a kid” or something more, this episode provides clarity, hope, and encouragement from seasoned child therapists who work with ADHD every day.