Struggling to Focus, Stuck in Overwhelm?

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I help adults and teens (14+) with ADHD and emotional eating break free from impulsive cycles, develop balance, and build a life that works for their unique brain—without shame, frustration, or burnout.

My clients struggle as you do. Despite being driven, creative, and deeply caring, life often feels harder than it should.

When they first come in, they have a million ideas but struggle to follow through, leaving projects unfinished and dreams unrealized. They feel like they are always playing catch-up, no matter how hard they try.

They turn to food for comfort but feel out of control with eating, cycling between restriction and binging, battling guilt and self-criticism along the way.

They are exhausted from the emotional highs and lows of ADHD and rejection sensitivity, overanalyzing every interaction and feeling like they never quite measure up.

Their struggles with focus, emotional regulation, and impulsivity get in the way of the life they want in so many ways. They aren’t the kind of partner, parent, or professional they want to be. They feel like they’re failing at keeping their life together. And their confidence in themselves is tanking.

Before they came to see me, they worried that their problems weren’t “bad enough” for therapy. They worried they’d have to “fix” themselves instead of learning to work with their brain. And they were pretty certain they’d never be able to change because nothing has worked before. Frustration and self-doubt kept them stuck.

Like my clients, you deserve to feel in control of your focus and decisions.

Finding balance with food and emotions is not out of your reach.

If you want to stop the cycle of frustration and start creating a life that works for you, I’d love to help you get there.

Call now. You don’t have to suffer. I can help.

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  • Kathryn Chacra LCSW-S, ADHD-CCSP

    Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist

    In our first session, I’ll guide us through a relaxed conversation where we get to know each other. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, what’s been feeling hard, and what you hope to get out of therapy. You don’t need to prepare or have all the answers — I’ll ask thoughtful questions to help us explore together. I’ll also share a bit about how I work, answer any questions you have, and make sure you feel safe, supported, and in control of your pace. The goal is to create a space that feels comfortable and collaborative from the start.

  • Listening is at the heart of my approach. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns that lead to self-sabotage and develop the strategies you need to take control and achieve the goals that have felt just out of reach.

  • ADHD and emotional eating are deeply connected, as impulsivity, difficulty with self-regulation, and the brain’s craving for dopamine can drive patterns of overeating. Understanding this link allows you to develop strategies that work with your brain, not against it, creating a healthier relationship with food and yourself.

    • Improved Impulse Control – ADHD impacts self-regulation, making it harder to manage cravings and emotional eating episodes. Therapy can provide tools to strengthen impulse control.

    • Dopamine & Reward System Balance – ADHD brains seek dopamine, often leading to compulsive eating. Treatment helps identify healthier ways to meet those needs.

    • Emotional Regulation Skills – Many with ADHD struggle with intense emotions, turning to food for comfort. Therapy teaches effective coping strategies beyond eating.

    • Breaking the Shame Cycle – Emotional eating can lead to guilt and self-blame, worsening ADHD-related self-esteem struggles. Mental health treatment fosters self-compassion and resilience.

    • Personalized Strategies – A therapist specializing in ADHD and emotional eating can tailor approaches to fit the unique way an ADHD brain functions.

    • Sustainable Behavior Change – Treatment goes beyond short-term fixes, helping create long-lasting habits that support both mental and physical well-being.

  • I provide compassionate, expert counseling for adults, adolescents (14+), and parents of children with ADHD in the RGV. My in person office is conveniently located in McAllen, TX and remotely for all of Texas. With a proven track record of helping clients navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life’s everyday challenges, I offer a supportive space to build confidence, resilience, and lasting change.

  • Intuitive eating helps break the cycle of emotional eating by teaching you to reconnect with your body’s natural hunger and fullness cues, rather than relying on food for comfort or distraction. In mental health treatment, we explore the emotional triggers behind eating patterns and develop healthier ways to manage stress, boredom, or overwhelm. By practicing self-compassion and rejecting diet culture, you can shift from guilt-driven eating to a more balanced, fulfilling relationship with food. Learning to trust your body’s signals helps regulate impulsivity, a common struggle for those with ADHD. Over time, intuitive eating empowers you to nourish both your mind and body in a way that supports your overall well-being.

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