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Empowering Families. Inspiring Change.
SHIELD Psychiatry PLLC is a culturally responsive, concierge-level telepsychiatry practice serving children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 5–25) across Florida. Founded by Dr. Marie Akers, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, PPCNP-BC, PMHS, the practice provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and treatment for ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, autism, sleep disorders, and executive functioning challenges. Services include medication management, CBT, CBT-I for insomnia, psychotherapy, healthcare transition planning, and parent coaching—delivered through a flexible, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
SHIELD Psychiatry is committed to closing the mental healthcare gap for underserved and minority communities through compassionate, expert-led care. We specialize in guiding college students and neurodivergent youth through life transitions with rapid access and customized support.
Dr. Marie Akers is a triple board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatry and pediatric primary care with over 20 years of experience in neurology and behavioral health. As a respected educator, clinician, and mental health advocate, she leads SHIELD Psychiatry with a mission to protect young minds, empower futures, and ensure every family has access to culturally competent, high-quality care.
