Struggling with focus, follow through, or organization can feel like a personal failing, but often it is undiagnosed ADHD. At Cura Mind and Wellness, patients in Portland and throughout Oregon receive evidence based ADHD testing and diagnosis entirely through HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
Care is directed by Vivian Emuobe, MSN, BSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in Oregon, with extensive clinical and leadership experience. Her approach separates ADHD from other lookalike conditions and delivers a clear, actionable plan.
Signs ADHD testing may help
- Trouble starting or finishing tasks, even with good intentions
- Chronic procrastination or “last-minute only” productivity
- Missed deadlines, overlooked details, or frequent errors
- Distractibility at school, work, or during conversations
- Losing items, forgetting appointments, or disorganization
- Emotional impulsivity, frustration, or irritability
- History of underperformance compared to ability
These signs may reflect ADHD, but they can also be caused by anxiety, depression, sleep problems, trauma, or medical conditions. Testing helps clarify the true cause.
The risk of misdiagnosis
Without proper evaluation, ADHD may be overlooked or confused with:
- Anxiety, producing racing thoughts and concentration problems,
- Depression, lowering motivation and slowing cognition,
- Sleep disorders, causing forgetfulness and inattention,
- Medical conditions, thyroid, vitamin, or metabolic concerns,
- Trauma, disrupting memory and focus.
That is why every Cura evaluation screens broadly before confirming ADHD.
What an ADHD evaluation includes
- Clinical interview, covering history, academics, and family patterns
- Validated rating scales for symptom tracking and severity
- Collateral input, partner, parent, or teacher feedback when available
- Screening for coexisting conditions, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar spectrum, OCD, substance use
- Medical review, current medications, sleep habits, relevant labs
- Functional impact mapping, focus at school, work, driving, and home
- Objective testing coordination when computerized measures are needed for documentation
Every patient receives a written report with interpretation and next steps.
Next steps after diagnosis
Therapy and coaching skills
- Time blocking and batching to reduce overwhelm,
- Two-minute start to defeat procrastination,
- Visual boards and reminders that survive busy weeks,
- Communication scripts to manage deadlines and expectations.
Medication management (when appropriate)
- Stimulant and non-stimulant options chosen carefully,
- Education about safety, timelines, and side effects,
- Gene testing available for patients with prior side effect history.
Lifestyle anchors
- Sleep hygiene and CBT-I when insomnia interferes,
- Brief, dopamine-boosting exercise routines,
- Nutrition adjustments that support focus and energy,
- Digital boundaries to protect work time and rest.
Oregon-specific considerations
- Portland professionals benefit from productivity and organization strategies for hybrid or remote work,
- College students at PSU, OHSU, and Reed gain documentation for accommodations when criteria are met,
- Parents in rural areas access care without hours of travel,
- Outdoor enthusiasts integrate movement and exercise into their treatment plan.
A 12-week care roadmap
- Weeks 1-2, clarify: evaluation and written plan with sleep and task anchors
- Weeks 3-4, activate: early therapy skills, calendar resets, and task batching
- Weeks 5-8, optimize: memory supports, visual tools, and medication response checks
- Weeks 9-12, consolidate: workplace or academic documentation, relapse prevention, and long-term systems
Measuring success
Progress is tracked through:
- Task initiation speed,
- Completion rates and fewer abandoned projects,
- Improved academic or work performance,
- Safer driving and financial consistency,
- Symptom scales that show meaningful reduction,
- Self-confidence and reduced self blame.
Step-by-step process
Before the evaluation
- Digital intake and rating scales,
- Optional collateral questionnaires,
- Gathering past report cards, evaluations, or performance reviews.
Session one (60-90 minutes)
- Clinical interview, medical review, and symptom history,
- Screening for anxiety, depression, sleep, or trauma.
Session two (45-60 minutes)
- Feedback, diagnosis if criteria are met,
- Written plan with therapy skills, lifestyle strategies, and medication guidance if appropriate.
Objective testing, if needed
We help identify local Oregon resources and integrate results into your final report.
Safety, privacy, and collaboration
- All sessions are encrypted, HIPAA compliant, and never recorded,
- Oregon residency is confirmed for each telehealth visit,
- With consent, we coordinate with schools, employers, or therapists,
- Medication, when prescribed, follows Oregon safety and monitoring standards.
FAQs — ADHD Testing & Diagnosis in Portland, OR
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Yes. Many adults are accurately diagnosed only after years of unexplained struggles.
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Yes, when clinically appropriate, with close monitoring and education.
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Most of it is. If computerized testing is required for documentation, we help arrange local tools.
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Yes. When criteria are met, we provide documentation that aligns with 504, IEP, or ADA standards.
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Our evaluations rule out anxiety, depression, sleep, and medical causes. Your plan reflects the true cause.
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Yes. All visits are encrypted, HIPAA compliant, and never recorded.
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Yes. Every evaluation ends with a documented plan and, if appropriate, medication or therapy recommendations.
Why ADHD patients across Oregon trust Cura
- Board certified expertise in psychiatric mental health,
- Comprehensive evaluations that reduce misdiagnosis,
- Integrated care combining therapy, lifestyle, and medication,
- Telehealth access statewide including rural Oregon,
- Clear communication with written reports and next steps.
Begin ADHD testing anywhere in Oregon
With statewide telehealth, Cura Mind and Wellness delivers ADHD evaluations that clarify diagnosis, reduce frustration, and create plans you can use immediately. Patients across Portland, Eugene, Salem, Bend, and rural Oregon receive the same precision and respect.