Comprehensive ADHD Care for Children & Teens Near Lutz, Tampa Bay & Across Florida

Looking for a child psychiatrist near you in the Tampa Bay area or anywhere in Florida? SHIELD Psychiatry provides concierge ADHD evaluations with QbCheck™ objective testing, medication management, parent coaching, and CBT-I sleep therapy — via telehealth for ages 5–25 across Lutz, Cheval, Odessa, Westchase, Wesley Chapel, and all of Florida. No referral required.

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Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation for Children & Teens in Florida

Families searching for ADHD evaluation near Lutz, Tampa Bay, or anywhere in Florida will find that our comprehensive ADHD evaluation goes beyond a checklist — delivering a rigorous, child-centered assessment that separates true ADHD from anxiety, trauma, sleep disorders, and learning differences. Families receive a clear written report and a personalized treatment roadmap, all via telehealth with no office visit required.

  • Vanderbilt or Conners rating scales — parent and teacher versions
  • Clinical diagnostic interview with full developmental and family history
  • Collateral input from school, caregivers, and prior evaluations
  • QbCheck™ add-on available — objective attention, impulsivity, and activity data
  • ADHD medication consultation when clinically appropriate
  • IEP and 504 plan documentation for Florida school accommodations
Initial Evaluation: $349  ·  QbCheck™ Add-On: $259

ADHD Medication Management for Children & Teens in Florida

Families across Lutz, Tampa Bay, and all of Florida looking for a child psychiatrist near them for ADHD medication management will find that we practice careful, evidence-based prescribing — choosing the simplest, safest stimulant or non-stimulant option that fits your child's profile, age, and goals. Every decision is made with full family involvement and measurable monitoring.

  • Shared decision-making with teen and parent voice at every visit
  • Start-low, titrate-carefully protocols with side-effect tracking
  • School performance, sleep, appetite, and mood monitoring at every follow-up
  • Care coordination with pediatricians and Florida schools — letters and forms included
  • QbCheck™ progress monitoring available to track medication response objectively
Medication Follow-Up (30 min): $179

QbCheck™ — Objective ADHD Testing for Children & Teens

FDA-cleared QbCheck™ combines a computerized attention task with motion-tracking analysis to objectively quantify attention, impulsivity, and activity level in children and adolescents ages 6+. Results are interpreted alongside full clinical data for a higher-confidence ADHD diagnosis and treatment tracking — available via telehealth across Florida.

Attention Impulsivity Activity Level Ages 6–25 15–20 Minutes Telehealth-Capable
QbCheck™ Add-On to Evaluation: $259  ·  Progress Monitoring Session: $250

We use QbCheck™ at consistent intervals to monitor ADHD treatment response and reduce guesswork during medication titration for children and teens.

Parent Coaching for ADHD & Behavioral Concerns

Parents are the most powerful intervention in a child's ADHD treatment. Our parent coaching sessions provide evidence-based strategies for managing ADHD behaviors at home, building routines, reducing conflict, and supporting your child's school success — available via telehealth across Florida.

  • Individualized behavior management strategies for ADHD in children and teens
  • Routine-building, organization systems, and homework support plans
  • Communication strategies for school collaboration and IEP/504 meetings
  • Emotion coaching and co-regulation techniques for ADHD-related outbursts
Parent Coaching Session: $250

CBT-I Sleep Therapy for Children & Teens with ADHD

Sleep problems are extremely common in children and teens with ADHD — and poor sleep makes every ADHD symptom harder to manage. Our CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) sleep reset sessions address bedtime anxiety, night waking, and circadian rhythm disruption without relying solely on medication.

  • Sleep hygiene assessment and personalized sleep plan for children and teens
  • Stimulus control and sleep restriction strategies adapted for pediatric patients
  • Bedtime anxiety and racing-thoughts management with CBT techniques
  • Coordination with ADHD medication management for optimal sleep outcomes
CBT-I Sleep Reset Session: $150

SHIELD Access Membership — Between-Visit Concierge Support

$79/month — optional concierge support for Florida families who want more guidance between scheduled psychiatric appointments. Includes secure messaging with Dr. Akers, priority scheduling, ADHD medication refill coordination, IEP and 504 plan support letters, and parent and youth educational tools. Psychiatric visits billed separately.

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