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Dr. Marie Akers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
24 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, OCD, Sleep disorder
  • Medication management, Family therapy, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

When a child or young adult is struggling, everyday life can begin to feel overwhelming; homework ends in tears, anxiety overshadows joy, sleep is disrupted, and confidence slowly erodes. Families often feel exhausted, uncertain, and unsure where to turn. I understand how heavy this can feel. For over two decades, I have supported children, adolescents, and young adults through complex emotional, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental concerns. My goal is to help families regain clarity, stability, and hope through thoughtful, individualized care.

See patient reviews here: https://doctor.webmd.com/doctor/marie-akers-fa142c40-96ae-4490-826f-2471d0a5320d-overview

My approach to therapy

I offer concierge telepsychiatry for children, teens, and young adults ages 5–25. My care is personalized, compassionate, and collaborative, with time to truly listen, guide families, and provide thoughtful treatment and medication support when needed. I prioritize availability, continuity, and care that fits your family’s life and values.

What you can expect from me

Seeking help can feel daunting, especially when you’ve been carrying concerns on your own for so long. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Together, we can identify what’s getting in the way and develop a clear, supportive path forward. When you’re ready, I’m here to listen, guide, and walk alongside you with care and intention.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Solution Oriented, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    24 years of experience
  • Training
    DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at University of Florida, Other at University of Cincinnati
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, OCD, Sleep disorder
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Behavioral, Behavioral Activation (BA), Play, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Family therapy, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Infants / Toddlers, Adolescents, Adults, Children
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    25200 Sawyer Francis Lane STE 135
    Lutz, FL 33559