Concentration – Online ADHD Coaching, RTT Therapy, Counselling & Nutritionist Limerick, Cork & ONLINE

Thrive With ADHD – Focus, Confidence & Balance

Claire Russell MSc. BSc. DipNT  Cl. Med. Hyp.  Cl.Hyp.  Adv.RTT  RTT  MNTOI  MICIP

Living With ADHD in Everyday Life

For people with attentional difficulties and ADHD, everyday life can feel like an endless cycle of challenging tasks. You may prepare extensively for an important work meeting only to realise you’ve left your notes at home. Friends or family may become frustrated with forgetfulness or inconsistency, even though you feel you’re doing everything you can to make things work. Sometimes, even with a high IQ, great education or successful career, the smallest tasks fall through the cracks.

Many of the world’s greatest thinkers, inventors and entrepreneurs have ADHD traits. The ability to hyperfocus can be an incredible advantage in creative and problem-solving roles. Yet tapping into this strength can be difficult when everyday distractions, emotional stress and racing thoughts take over.

By integrating Hypnotherapy with a variety of evidence-based therapies such as Counselling, Psychotherapy and Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), I help clients calm their minds, reduce procrastination, clarify goals and implement practical strategies. Combining these therapies with Functional Medicine Nutrition creates a whole-body approach that supports focus, motivation and emotional balance.

Understanding ADHD – A Neurodiverse Perspective

ADHD involves differences in how the brain manages focus, motivation and emotional regulation (Cubillo et al., 2012; Cortese et al., 2021). Dopamine signalling differences influence how rewards and motivation are experienced (Volkow et al., 2009; Faraone et al., 2019). MRI scans show increased default mode network activity (mind wandering) and altered connectivity in attention-related brain regions (Christakou et al., 2013).

This isn’t a defect—it’s simply a different brain wiring. Recognising the strengths of neurodiversity, rather than seeing ADHD as a deficit, opens the door to thriving instead of struggling.

Hypnotherapy, Counselling and RTT – Why They Work

Hypnotherapy uses focused relaxation to quiet the mind and strengthen attentional control (Oakley & Halligan, 2013; Jensen et al., 2017). Hypnosis engages brain areas involved in habit change, focus and emotional balance.
Counselling and Psychotherapy support emotional resilience, helping clients process frustration, anxiety and self-doubt often linked to ADHD.
RTT combines hypnotherapy, cognitive strategies and solution-focused techniques to quickly transform limiting subconscious beliefs. RTT is especially helpful for tackling procrastination, negative self-talk and confidence blocks.

Together, these therapies help people with ADHD:

  • Improve focus and productivity
  • Reduce overwhelm and emotional reactivity
  • Build confidence and motivation
  • Create new habits and stronger emotional resilience

Functional Medicine Nutrition and ADHD Brain Health

The brain depends on proper nutrition to function well. Research links nutrient imbalances and blood sugar fluctuations to increased ADHD symptoms (Arnold et al., 2018; Chang et al., 2018).

Key nutritional strategies sometimes include:

  • Omega-3 fatty acids: Supporting cognitive function and mood (Chang et al., 2018).
  • Zinc, iron and magnesium: Supporting neurotransmitters and energy metabolism (Arnold et al., 2018).
  • Balanced blood sugar: Reducing irritability and concentration issues.
  • Exercise and lifestyle: Improving dopamine regulation and executive function (Gapin et al., 2011).

Combining personalised nutritional support with hypnotherapy embeds healthy habits at a subconscious level, making changes more sustainable.

Client Success Stories

Emma – Organised and Confident
Emma, a marketing executive, felt trapped in cycles of missed deadlines and anxious late nights. RTT addressed deep-rooted perfectionism, hypnotherapy improved focus and  carefully focused nutrition changes boosted energy. She said: “I feel calmer, focused, and finally on top of my work. My confidence is back, my friends say I look great. My family and my team has noticed the difference in me and my productivity.”

James – Academic Success With Calm Focus
James, a university student, struggled with procrastination and exam anxiety. Hypnotherapy created a “focus switch,” counselling supported emotional resilience and nutrition optimised his health and his energy. James reported: “Studying no longer feels like a fight. I start on time and my grades are climbing—but most importantly, I’m happier, I feel great and less stressed.”

Lena – Creativity Without Burnout
Lena, an entrepreneur, loved her creativity but dreaded admin tasks. RTT released her fear of failure, hypnotherapy supported healthy routines, and nutrition balanced energy levels. She shared: “I now feel in control and much more balanced. My energy is great. I ‘m enjoying being creative and I’m productive without burning out.”

Why This Approach Works

This whole-person method addresses ADHD on every level:

  • Mind: Calming racing thoughts and building focus
  • Emotions: Developing confidence and emotional stability
  • Body: Supporting brain health and energy with nutrition
  • Habits: Embedding positive change through subconscious reinforcement

Ready to Thrive?

ADHD is not a limitation—it’s a unique way of experiencing life. With compassionate, evidence-based therapy, you can manage challenges and amplify your strengths positively. If you’re ready to gain clarity, focus and confidence, my in-person or online ADHD therapy is here to support you wherever you are.

Online & Local Service Areas

  • Online ADHD Hypnotherapy & Coaching worldwide remotely ONLINE
  • Specialist ADHD support for Limerick, Newcastle West, Adare, Cork, Youghal, Midleton, Dungarven

Contact me today to schedule a confidential consultation and explore how I can support you, your loved one, or your child in overcoming eating challenges and reclaiming peace, health and vitality.

Ring or Text Claire directly on 087 616 6638 or 087 716 8844

Claire Russell MSc. BSc. DipNT, Cl. Hyp., Cl.Med. Hyp., Adv. RTT,  MNTOI, MICIP, Registered Nutritionist, Clinical Medical Hypnotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Advanced RTT Practitioner, Counsellor Psychotherapist. Serving Adare, Newcastle West  Limerick, Midleton Youghal Cork, Dungarvan, and Online. Helping Adults, Teenagers and Children throughout Ireland, UK, Australia, USA and internationally reclaim happiness, health, peace with food,  body, and self,  trauma-informed, integrative, holistic mind-body scientifically proven

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