ADHD Evaluation for Children, Teens & Young Adults in Florida
A comprehensive ADHD evaluation helps clarify whether inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, emotional outbursts, procrastination, school struggles, or executive function challenges are related to ADHD — or to look-alike concerns such as anxiety, sleep problems, learning differences, autism, depression, or stress.
Evaluation approach: SHIELD Psychiatry combines a developmental and psychiatric interview, parent and teacher rating scales, functional review, school history, and QbCheck™ objective ADHD testing when clinically appropriate. QbCheck™ supports the evaluation but does not replace clinical judgment.
Serving families by secure telehealth across Florida, including Lutz, Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Odessa, Westchase, Orlando, Jacksonville, Miami, Sarasota, Naples, Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and surrounding communities.
Comprehensive Evaluation · Clinical Assessment · School Support
What's Included in Your ADHD Evaluation
A Full Clinical Picture — Not Just a Checklist
Many children and teens referred for ADHD evaluation are also experiencing anxiety, depression, sleep problems, trauma stress, learning differences, or autism-related needs that can look like ADHD. SHIELD Psychiatry uses a developmentally informed, multi-informant approach to understand what is actually driving the symptoms.
Families receive a plain-language diagnostic summary, personalized treatment roadmap, and guidance on next steps — including school accommodations, therapy collaboration, parent coaching, sleep strategies, and medication when clinically appropriate.
QbCheck™ note: QbCheck™ provides computerized data on attention, activity, and impulsivity. It supports evaluation and progress monitoring but does not replace a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, rating scales, developmental history, or clinical judgment.
- Developmental and psychiatric interview for ADHD symptoms, functioning, and family concerns
- Parent and teacher rating scales (Vanderbilt or Conners when appropriate)
- QbCheck™ objective ADHD testing for attention, impulsivity, and activity patterns — ages 6+
- Differential screening for anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, autism, learning differences, and trauma
- Review of school records, prior evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, and accommodation history
- Written diagnostic summary with treatment recommendations and next steps
- School support guidance for IEP, 504, classroom strategies, and college accommodations
- Medication consultation for stimulant and non-stimulant options when clinically appropriate
QbCheck™ Testing · Medication Management · Treatment Monitoring
QbCheck™ Testing & ADHD Medication Management
QbCheck™ provides objective data on attention, impulsivity, and activity level to support ADHD evaluation and track treatment response. Medication management visits focus on safety, monitoring, family education, and individualized treatment planning.
Is QbCheck™ Right for My Child or Teen?
Choose the situation that best fits your family:
- Shared decision-making with the child, teen, young adult, and family
- Education on stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medication options
- Individualized titration strategy with functional treatment targets
- Side-effect monitoring and safety review at every follow-up visit
- Sleep, appetite, mood, anxiety, and school functioning review
- Coordination with pediatricians, therapists, and schools when authorized
- After-visit guidance and updated treatment recommendations
Our Services
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🔍 Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations
Our comprehensive psychiatric evaluations offer detailed insights and personalized recommendations for managing ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions. Through thorough assessment and evidence-based practices, we help children, teens, and young adults gain a clearer understanding of their challenges and available treatment options.
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🧠 ADHD Evaluation
Concerned about ADHD in your child? Our comprehensive ADHD evaluation offers a thorough and accurate diagnosis, followed by personalized treatment plans tailored to your child's unique needs. At SHIELD Psychiatry, we focus on evidence-based care delivered with compassion and cultural competence to help your child thrive.
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🧩 Autism Support Services
Autism Support at SHIELD Psychiatry
At SHIELD Psychiatry, we understand that each child or adolescent with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has unique needs. Our specialized telepsychiatry services offer comprehensive, compassionate care designed to support children, teens, and young adults ages 5-25 living with autism.
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😟 Anxiety & Mood Disorders
Is your child experiencing anxiety or mood changes? At SHIELD Psychiatry, we understand how challenging it can be for young people to navigate these feelings. Our compassionate, evidence-based treatment approaches are tailored to meet the unique needs of children and adolescents, providing support in a kid-friendly and stigma-free environment.
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🧑🏫 Behavioral Services
Behavioral therapy at SHIELD employs proven, evidence-based techniques designed to support children, teens, and young adults in managing and modifying challenging behaviors. Our skilled therapists work closely with families to develop individualized strategies tailored to each child's unique needs. These customized plans focus on improving emotional regulation, enhancing social skills, and building effective coping mechanisms.
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🌙 CBT-I for Insomnia
Is your child having difficulty falling or staying asleep? Addressing childhood insomnia early can improve their mood, behavior, and overall health. At SHIELD Psychiatry, we offer evidence-based, child-friendly insomnia treatments tailored to your child’s unique needs. Our approach includes behavioral strategies, establishing healthy sleep routines, and when appropriate, medical evaluation to rule out underlying conditions.
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👪 Parent and Child Coaching
Need support navigating your child’s behavioral or learning challenges? Our parent coaching and school consultation services offer expert guidance designed to empower you and support your child’s success. With personalized strategies and professional insights, we help address ADHD, anxiety, autism, and other developmental concerns, ensuring your child thrives academically and socially.
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🔄 Healthcare Transition Services
SHIELD Psychiatry PLLC offers a healthcare transition program for ages 14 to 25, guiding youth from pediatric to adult mental health services. It includes tailored education, personalized planning, and ongoing support to ensure care continuity. We empower youth with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism to navigate this transition confidently, promoting stability and long-term wellness through culturally competent, stigma-free care. Effective planning fosters independence, reduces care gaps, and improves health outcomes during this key developmental stage.
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🏫 School & College Consultations
At SHIELD Psychiatry, we partner with schools and colleges to support the mental health and academic success of children, teens, and young adults. We offer expert consultations, tailored behavioral support, and detailed documentation for IEPs and accommodations. Collaborating with educators, we help meet each student’s unique needs for better learning and well-being.
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QbCheck ADHD Testing
QbCheck is an objective, FDA-cleared diagnostic tool designed to assist in the evaluation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It combines a computerized continuous performance test with a motion-tracking system to measure attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity—key symptoms of ADHD in children, adolescents, and young adults.
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Pharmacogenomic Testing
Pharmacogenomics studies how genetics affect medication response. In child and adolescent psychiatry, it guides personalized treatment by identifying effective drugs and reducing adverse effects. This approach improves outcomes for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism while minimizing trial-and-error. At SHIELD Psychiatry, we use pharmacogenomic data to provide culturally competent, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s genetic profile, ensuring safer, more precise treatments for children, teens, and young adults.
