ADHD Testing & Treatment · York, PA
Real ADHD testing and evaluation for adults, teens, and kids. In York, PA.
ADHD Testing and Treatment in York, PA: Evaluation for Adults, Teens, and Kids
Get a real ADHD evaluation in York, PA, usually within a week. Our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners diagnose ADHD and manage stimulant and non-stimulant medication. Children 8 to 11 see Zainab Koroma, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, in person in York or by telehealth in PA and MD. Patients 12 and up can also see Abu Koroma, PMHNP-BC, CRNA, by telehealth in PA, MD and VA. Call (717) 202-2285.
Optimal Health York provides ADHD evaluation and treatment at 111 East Market Street in York, PA, with board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners. Care includes diagnosis, stimulant and non-stimulant medication, and accommodations support for ages 8 and up. New patients are typically seen within a week, and a self-pay evaluation is $249. See self-pay pricing. Call (717) 202-2285 or book online.
A neurodevelopmental condition with highly effective treatment
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. According to the CDC's analysis of the 2022 National Survey of Children's Health, an estimated 11.4% of U.S. children — about 7.1 million kids ages 3–17 — have ever been diagnosed with ADHD, with 10.5% (6.5 million) currently affected. In adults, CHADD's analysis of CDC NCHS Rapid Surveys System data shows roughly 6.0% of U.S. adults — about 15.5 million — currently carry an ADHD diagnosis. Symptoms typically begin in childhood, but many cases are first recognized in adolescence or adulthood — particularly in women, who have historically been underdiagnosed.
At Optimal Health York, ADHD evaluation and treatment is delivered by board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP-BC) using the same evidence-based standards recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the NICE clinical guidelines, and major adult ADHD reviews: thorough evaluation using validated rating scales, stimulant or non-stimulant medication, and behavioral or cognitive-behavioral strategies — which our providers begin within your visits, with no separate therapy bill. Stimulant response rates are 70–80%, making them among the most effective treatments in psychiatry.
You can be seen in person at our York office with Zainab Koroma, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C (ages 8+). Telehealth is available with Zainab in Pennsylvania and Maryland, and with Abu in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. New patient appointments are typically available within one week. We accept all major insurances. Call today to confirm your insurance. (717) 202-2285.
For the full picture of how adult ADHD is diagnosed, what the symptoms look like, and what an evaluation does and doesn't require, see our adult ADHD guide.
In-person in York — or telehealth from home
For ADHD — especially when stimulant medication is being considered — in-person evaluation is often the right starting point. Telehealth follow-ups work well for many patients once treatment is established.
Common questions about ADHD treatment
What is the most effective treatment for ADHD?
The most effective ADHD treatment for most people is stimulant medication combined with behavioral or cognitive-behavioral strategies. Stimulant response rates are 70–80% — among the highest in psychiatry. The two main stimulant classes are methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Focalin) and amphetamines (Adderall, Vyvanse).
For children under 6, behavior therapy is first-line per AAP. For ages 6+, AAP recommends behavior therapy plus medication. For adults, stimulants are first-line per international guidelines, often combined with CBT for adult ADHD when executive function difficulties persist after medication is optimized. Our providers begin CBT-based strategies within your visits, with no separate therapy bill.
Can I get ADHD treatment via telehealth in PA, MD, or VA?
Yes — for follow-up care and non-stimulant treatment. Telehealth is an excellent option for ADHD follow-ups across Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, especially once a treatment plan is established. For initial ADHD evaluation and stimulant prescribing, in-person evaluation is often preferred and may be required under current DEA controlled-substance rules for telehealth.
You must be physically located in a state where your provider is licensed at the time of the visit. Abu Koroma sees patients in PA, MD, and VA (ages 12+); Zainab Koroma sees patients in PA and MD (ages 8+) including in-person at York. If you'd prefer video-only care, see our page on online ADHD treatment in Pennsylvania.
Do you treat ADHD in children and teenagers?
Yes — Zainab Koroma sees patients ages 8 and up at our York office and via telehealth in PA and MD. Abu Koroma sees ages 12 and up via telehealth in PA, MD, and VA. For pediatric ADHD, evidence-based treatment follows AAP and AACAP guidelines: behavior therapy is first-line for under 6, behavior therapy plus stimulants for 6+.
We work with parents on behavioral strategies, coordinate with schools on 504 plans and IEPs (with parental consent), and provide medication management and ongoing monitoring. Children & adolescent care details.
How soon can I be seen for an ADHD evaluation?
New patient appointments at Optimal Health York are typically available within one week. ADHD evaluations are 60-minute initial visits, often with rating scales completed before the visit; follow-ups are 30 minutes. Same-day and next-day telehealth appointments are often available depending on provider schedule. Call (717) 202-2285 to check current availability, or book online 24/7 through our HIPAA-compliant patient portal.
ADHD evaluation shouldn't be hard to access.
New patient appointments are typically available within a week. Book online any time, or call during office hours and a real person will pick up.
Optimal Health York · 111 East Market Street, Suite 201, York, PA 17401 · Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sunday: Closed