ADHD & Sleep Specialist | Central Ohio

SEA Behavioral Consulting

Evidence-based sleep solutions for children with ADHD.

Is ADHD making sleep impossible for your family?

Racing thoughts at bedtime. Difficulty winding down. Middle-of-the-night wakings. Exhausting mornings. If your child has ADHD, you know that sleep challenges aren't just about routine—they're neurological.

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist with advanced training in neurodevelopmental differences, I understand how ADHD affects sleep. I create customized strategies that work with your child's unique brain, not against it.

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Why ADHD Makes Sleep Harder

Children with ADHD often experience:

Difficulty transitioning to bedtime and winding down
Racing thoughts that make falling asleep challenging
Irregular sleep-wake cycles and delayed sleep phase
Frequent night wakings and restless sleep
Medication effects on sleep patterns
Morning struggles and difficulty waking

These aren't behavioral problems—they're neurological differences that require specialized strategies.

My ADHD Sleep Approach

Behavioral Strategies That Work for ADHD Brains

I combine evidence-based sleep science with behavioral strategies specifically designed for executive function challenges. Every plan addresses the root causes of sleep difficulties in ADHD.

What Makes My Approach Different

ADHD-Specific Expertise - Understanding of how ADHD affects sleep architecture and circadian rhythms
Executive Function Support - Strategies that work with attention and self-regulation challenges
Medication Considerations - Plans that account for stimulant and other medication effects
Sensory-Aware - Addressing sensory sensitivities that often accompany ADHD
Family-Centered - Practical strategies that fit your real life

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ADHD Sleep Solutions

Comprehensive Sleep Assessment

Detailed evaluation of your child's sleep patterns, ADHD symptoms, medication schedule, and family routines to identify specific factors affecting sleep.

Customized Sleep Plan

Evidence-based strategies tailored to your child's ADHD presentation, including:

Structured pre-bedtime routines that support executive function
Environmental modifications for optimal sleep
Strategies for racing thoughts and difficulty winding down
Tools for morning wake-up challenges
Coordination with medication schedules

Ongoing Support & Adjustments

Regular check-ins to monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed. ADHD sleep challenges often require fine-tuning to find what works best.

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Meet Tiffany Marrelli, MS, BCBA, CBSS

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with specialized training in ADHD and sleep, I help families navigate the unique challenges that come with neurodevelopmental differences.

I understand that ADHD sleep challenges require more than generic sleep training. With over a decade of experience working with neurodiverse children and as a mom of three, I know how to create practical strategies that work in real family life.

Specialized Expertise

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist (CBSS)
Advanced training in Special Needs Sleep Support
Extensive experience with ADHD and executive function challenges
Understanding of how stimulant medications affect sleep

Common ADHD Sleep Challenges I Address

Bedtime Resistance & Transition Difficulties Children with ADHD often struggle with transitions and have difficulty stopping preferred activities. I create structured approaches that make bedtime transitions smoother.

Racing Thoughts & Difficulty Winding Down The ADHD brain doesn't easily shift into "sleep mode." I teach strategies that help calm the mind and prepare for sleep.

Delayed Sleep Phase Many children with ADHD have naturally later sleep-wake cycles. I work with families to find solutions that honor this while meeting real-world demands.

Night Wakings & Restless Sleep ADHD can affect sleep quality throughout the night. I address factors that disrupt sleep architecture and help improve sleep continuity.

Medication Effects Stimulant medications can significantly impact sleep. I develop strategies that work with your child's medication schedule.

Morning Wake-Up Challenges Getting up is often as hard as going to sleep with ADHD. I create systems that make mornings more manageable.

The ADHD Sleep Process

1. Comprehensive Assessment We'll discuss your child's ADHD presentation, current sleep patterns, medication schedule, and what you've already tried.

2. Customized Strategy Development I'll create a plan specifically designed for your child's ADHD brain, addressing executive function, sensory needs, and family logistics.

3. Implementation Support You'll receive guidance on implementing strategies, with adjustments as we learn what works best for your child.

4. Ongoing Monitoring Regular check-ins ensure the plan evolves with your child's needs and any changes in medication or routines.

FAQs

Yes, but it requires ADHD-specific strategies. Generic sleep training often fails because it doesn't account for executive function challenges, sensory needs, and neurological differences in ADHD.
I work with your child's medication schedule and collaborate with your prescriber if needed. We'll develop strategies that work with medication effects, not against them.
I design strategies that work with ADHD brains. This includes breaking tasks into smaller steps, using visual supports, building in choice, and creating systems that support executive function rather than relying on it.
Absolutely. Many children have co-occurring conditions like anxiety, autism, or sensory processing differences. I address all factors affecting sleep.

Ready for Better Sleep?

ADHD doesn't have to mean endless bedtime battles and exhausted mornings. With the right strategies designed for how your child's brain works, better sleep is possible.

Let's develop a plan that works with your child's ADHD, not against it.