Meet Sonya Isler, PMHNP: Empowering Parents to Help Their Adolescents with ADHD

Sonya Isler

Meet Sonya Isler, PMHNP: Empowering Parents to Help Their Adolescents with ADHD

Meet Sonya Isler, PMHNP: Empowering Parents to Help Their Adolescents with ADHD

At MedPsych, our mission is to help adolescents develop the confidence, emotional stability, and social skills they need to thrive. Guided by Sonya Isler, PMHNP, we provide expert care for teens and preteens facing ADHD and other mental health challenges. With over 20 years of experience, Sonya’s personalized approach blends evidence-based treatment with compassionate care, offering a brighter future for your adolescent.

Sonya’s Expertise in ADHD Treatment for Adolescents

Sonya’s career began at Cherry Hospital in Goldsboro, NC, where she gained valuable experience in psychiatric pharmacology as an LPN. Her natural gift for listening and connecting with people led her to pursue a career as a PMHNP, specializing in treating young patients. She has helped countless children and young adults, aged 6–21, navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

Sonya understands the pressures today’s adolescents face, including peer acceptance, school performance, and the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. She takes a holistic, individualized approach to treatment, ensuring every adolescent receives care that suits their specific needs.

Helping Parents Engage with ADHD Treatment

Parents often feel overwhelmed when dealing with ADHD, but Sonya Isler is here to help. Through collaborative care, Sonya empowers parents with the tools they need to support their child’s development and success. She recognizes that parents play a critical role in their child’s journey, and she works closely with families to:

  • Educate on ADHD Symptoms: Understanding ADHD and its impact on a child’s behavior and academic performance is key. Sonya helps parents learn how ADHD affects attention, focus, and emotional regulation.
  • Create Effective Routines: Structure and consistency are essential for children with ADHD. Sonya guides parents in establishing productive routines that encourage focus and minimize distractions.
  • Incorporate Medication as a Tool: Sonya demystifies the role of medication in ADHD treatment. She explains how the right medication can help children focus, improve self-esteem, and reduce stress. Medication, when used correctly, can also help foster stronger family relationships and smoother interactions.
  • Empower Family Communication: ADHD can strain relationships with siblings, parents, and teachers. Sonya teaches parents strategies for improving communication and managing tensions, helping adolescents feel heard and understood.
  • Provide Long-Term Strategies: While medication can be an essential tool for managing ADHD, Sonya ensures parents understand that it’s often temporary and part of a broader, long-term strategy for helping their child succeed.

Supporting Adolescents Through ADHD and Anxiety

Adolescents with ADHD often struggle with:

  • Difficulty following instructions and completing schoolwork.
  • Heightened anxiety, withdrawal, or low self-esteem.
  • Tension in relationships with parents, peers, or teachers.

By focusing on improving attention and emotional regulation, Sonya helps adolescents experience positive shifts in mood, academic performance, and social relationships. She fosters a path to better listening skills, which not only improves school performance but also enhances family communication and reduces stress.

Understanding the Broader Struggles: Anxiety, Transitions, and Social Pressures

Adolescence is a time of significant change, and Sonya understands how ADHD compounds other struggles teens may face. Many adolescents are navigating:

  • Social anxiety and peer pressure.
  • Stress related to transitions from middle school to high school, or high school to college.
  • The pressure of excessive social media use, substance availability, and problematic peer choices.

Sonya addresses these challenges by offering individualized care that includes counseling, coping strategies, and guidance for both the teen and their family.

Why Parents Trust Sonya Isler at MedPsych

  • Over 20 years of experience in treating adolescent mental health, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
  • A patient-centered approach that prioritizes the unique needs of each adolescent.
  • Collaborative care that empowers parents and families to actively engage in their child’s treatment plan.
  • A focus on compassionate, holistic care that includes educating and supporting families every step of the way.

Take the First Step Towards a Brighter Future

Adolescence doesn’t have to be a time of struggle for your child. With the right support and treatment, ADHD and other mental health challenges can be managed effectively. Sonya Isler, PMHNP, is dedicated to helping your child build confidence, emotional resilience, and academic success.

Contact MedPsych today to schedule a consultation with Sonya and take the first step toward a more fulfilling, balanced future for your adolescent. Together, we’ll navigate the journey of adolescence with care and compassion.

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