Counseling for Women with Anxiety or ADHD in Lake Oswego and Portland, OR

Feeling Overwhelmed, Scattered, or Stuck? You're Not Alone

Some days, you feel mentally exhausted. Other days, you're so anxious you can’t sleep until everything is in its place. You bounce between hyperfocus and complete paralysis—never quite finishing what you start.

You’ve been told you’re amazingly creative, yet getting out the door on time feels impossible. Your mind races at night, but during the day, tasks pile up, and no matter how much you try, life still feels chaotic and overwhelming.

Why Is Everything So Hard?

You look around and wonder:
❓ How do my friends manage it all—work, social life, parenting, a clean house?
❓ Why does everything feel so much harder for me?
❓ Why can I focus so intensely on some things but completely shut down on others?

You’ve tried so many strategies—planners, meditation, ADHD meds, productivity apps—but nothing sticks. Some days, even getting out of bed feels like a chore. You’re smart. You pushed through school, college, a career—but keeping up with daily life feels impossible.

And parenting? Schedules, meltdowns, homework—it’s all too much. Your partner tells you to “just do it,” but they don’t understand how overwhelming the to-do list feels inside your head.

Could it be depression? Anxiety? ADHD? Or something else?

Your Brain Works Differently—And That’s a Good Thing

Many women mask their ADHD for years—pushing through life with sheer willpower. But eventually, the exhaustion sets in. You’re not broken—you just need support that actually works for you.

I work with creative, entrepreneurial women who feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, disorganization, and self-doubt. Together, we’ll:

✅ Evaluate your symptoms—Is it ADHD, anxiety, or both?
✅ Discover how your brain works best—So you can stop forcing yourself into systems that don’t fit.
✅ Develop real-life strategies—That work with your brain, not against it.
✅ Create structure & balance—So you can focus on what truly matters to you.
✅ Build self-acceptance & confidence—Because ADHD is not a weakness—it’s just a different way of thinking.

"You Actually Get It"

My clients tell me they finally feel seen and understood. They say, “You really get ADHD in women,” and for the first time, they’re learning to accept themselves instead of fighting against their brain.

Through our work together, they begin to:
✔ Structure life in a way that actually works for them.
✔ Set boundaries & communicate their needs without guilt.
✔ Let go of shame and embrace their creativity, strengths, and uniqueness.

You deserve to stop struggling and start thriving.

Let’s Find a Path That Works for You

If you’re ready to move toward less chaos, more balance, and a life that feels good, let’s talk.

📞 Call 503-327-6971 or click here for your free 20-minute phone consultation.

I offer counseling for women in Lake Oswego, Portland, Tigard, West Linn, Tualatin, Beaverton, and Sherwood, focusing on ADHD, anxiety, and life balance using mindfulness, skill-based, and holistic approaches.

Susan Gulka, LPC
(503) 327-6971
14523 Westlake Drive
Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Click here to schedule your free 20-minute phone consultation today.