OUR TEAM
Focus of Tampa Bay
Our mission is singularly focused on providing expert care and support for individuals living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). At our dedicated practice, we understand that ADHD is not just a condition; it's a unique and multifaceted experience that affects individuals across all ages.
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Our team of highly specialized and compassionate medical professionals is committed to helping those with ADHD lead fulfilling lives by providing comprehensive, evidence-based, and personalized care. We recognize that each person with ADHD has their own set of challenges and strengths, and we tailor our approach to address their specific needs.
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At Focus of Tampa Bay, we believe that ADHD should not define you but empower you to unlock your full potential. We are dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and supporting individuals with ADHD on their journey toward better focus, improved executive function, and a brighter future. Whether you are seeking a diagnosis, looking for effective treatment options, or simply seeking guidance on managing your ADHD, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way.
“There is nothing more gratifying than making a positive difference, academically, behaviorally and socially, in the lives of those affected by ADHD.”
Nannette Morris, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHNP-BC
Nannette Morris, APRN is a double board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of experience in the field. She has an extensive background in pediatric neurology and neurobehavioral disorders. Nannette has a passion for caring for children and their families as well as the adult population. She provides a comprehensive approach to treating ADHD and co-occurring psychiatric conditions and is invested in the success of her patients. She believes in a collaborative, holistic mental healthcare model where patients are involved
in joint healthcare decision making. Nannette enjoys spending time outside of work with her husband, son, chocolate lab Maci, and her family.
Graduate School Education:
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): 2010
University of South Florida
Post-Masters PMHNP Certificate Program: 2022
Liberty University
Undergraduate School Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 2007
Florida State University
Board Certifications:
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: 2022
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Specialist: 2016
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner: 2010
Professional Memberships:
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Fellow
The American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD)
Awards:
Hillsborough County School District Excellence in Action Community Impact
Award, 2020
Stephanie Staples, APRN, CPNP-PC, PMHNP-BC
Stephanie Staples, APRN is a double board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience. She has an extensive background in pediatric development and neurobehavioral disorders. She began working at a pediatric developmental behavioral center in Orlando in 2010 before relocating to the Tampa area in 2012 at which time she worked in neurosurgery, pre-operative surgery, and pain management departments at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Stephanie has a commitment to patient and family centered care and has a passion for educating and empowering her clients. She provides a comprehensive and holistic approach to treating ADHD and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Stephanie is personally familiar with the struggles surrounding raising a child with ADHD, as one of her children was diagnosed at the age of 6. She is invested in helping her patients achieve success, by giving them the confidence and skills to overcome their weaknesses and embrace their strengths. Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband, kids, and 2 dogs. She enjoys gardening and crafting in her spare time. She also loves theme parks and traveling.
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Graduate School Education:
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Pediatrics: 2010
University of Florida
Post-Masters Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHNP) Certificate Program: May 2024
Florida State University
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Undergraduate School Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 2007
University of Florida
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Board Certifications:
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: May 2024
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Specialist: June 2022
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner: January 2010
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Professional Memberships:
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Fellow
American Nurses Association & Florida Nurses Association
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Awards
Outstanding Advanced Practice Provider, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, St. Petersburg, FL, August 2016
Clinical Collaboration & Teamwork, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, St. Petersburg, FL, November 2019
Innovations in Clinical Care, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, St. Petersburg, FL, November 2019
Alysia Ekizian, M.A.
Alysia Ekizian, M.A. is the head Academic Coach at Focus of Tampa Bay. She has her Bachelor of Science in General Studies from the University of Southern California and a Master of Education degree from California State University, Long Beach. Over the course of thirty five years in education and health, she's worked extensively with youth, and has held a variety of positions.
Alysia has served as a trained Girls Circle facilitator, a student service program coordinator at Ryan Nece Foundation, the chair of Together for All Children at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, the President of the Parent Teacher Student Association at Henry B. Plant High School, a community liaison for the USF Diabetes Center, and a teacher at Shorecrest Preparatory School. She also serves as a board member of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Foundation.
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She has extensive experience coaching students ranging from 6th grade through post college. Over the years she has participated in numerous professional development seminars, webinars and other training specifically targeting working with students with ADHD, Autism and Anxiety. In her free time she enjoys cheering for Tampa Bay’s home teams (Go, Bolts!), cooking with farm-to-table ingredients, preparing Armenian food, and baking chocolate chip cookies.
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Carla Clausen, BA
April Green, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
April Green, APRN is the owner and founder of Focus of Tampa Bay and is a double board-certified Family and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has 14 years of clinical experience caring for children, adolescents, and young adults with ADHD, which began in 2010 while working in a prominent pediatric neurology practice in South Tampa. During that time Ms. Green developed a special interest in ADHD management, specifically in working closely with families in establishing proper diagnoses, treatment planning, and providing guidance and counseling related to social, emotional, behavioral, and educational impacts of the condition.
In 2018 she decided to open a medical practice exclusively dedicated to ADHD. Ms. Green has two sons, one of whom has been treated for ADHD since the age of 6. She personally knows the struggles that ADHD can pose in a child's life, as well as that of the family. But she has also witnessed firsthand how proper interventions and a multi-faceted approach can lead to amazing outcomes.
For eight years Ms. Green used the objective data from the Quotient® ADHD System to help guide treatment planning, including diagnosis and medication management. Her interpretation of over 5000 tests allowed her and her colleagues to provide a more comprehensive ADHD patient management approach. Ms. Green is now offering QbTest, an FDA-cleared device used in ADHD evaluations and medication management. She is proud to be able to offer testing, treatment, education, and community resources from the comfort of her office in South Tampa, as well as remotely through telehealth visits.
Graduate School Education:
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): 2010
University of South Florida, Tampa
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Post-Master's Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHNP) Program: Dec 2023
Florida State University
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Undergraduate School Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 2004
University of North Florida, Jacksonville
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science in Biology/Pre-Med with Minor in Chemistry: 1998
Barry University, Miami Shores
Graduated Cum Laude
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Board Certifications:
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Family Nurse Practitioner: 2010 (recertified 2015 and 2020)
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: 2024
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Professional Memberships:
Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners (FLANP)
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
The American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD)
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Awards
Inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing: 2004
Susan Joy Smith Endowment Scholarship: Fall 2003 & Spring 2004
Barry University Presidential Scholarship: 1994-1998
Florida Vocational Gold Seal Scholarship: 1994-1998
Florida Merit Scholar: 1996-1998
Affiliations
Institutional Review Board Member, St. Joseph’s Hospital Jan. 2007- Sept. 2009
Carla has been part of our team since 2020 and is the glue that holds us all together! She has many roles at Focus of Tampa Bay, including patient scheduling, patient care coordinator, and administrative assistant, to name a few. She will be your first contact with our office, and she will not disappoint.
Carla holds a BA in special education from Converse College in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She has over 30 years of experience coordinating care for children with developmental and learning differences as an office manager for a prominent developmental pediatric office in Tampa.
She lives in St. Petersburg with her husband and pets. When she is not working you can probably find her swimming in the Gulf!
Chey Miller, M.S.
Chey Miller, M.Ed. is a Certified ADHD Life Coach, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, and mom of a son with ADHD who can resonate with where you are. She has a passion for helping parents of children with ADHD and adults with ADHD see ADHD from the inside out by shifting their mindset, equipping them with expert knowledge, and helping them leverage that knowledge to implement practical and proven ways to confidently navigate the frustration, shame, or pain points that ADHD can cause. She provides a safe no judgment space for clients to share, obtain support, and find solutions. She offers individual coaching, group coaching, trainings, and workshops. She has
a Masters in Education from Nova Southeastern University. She received her ADHD Coach training from ADHD expert Cindy Goldrich’s ADHD Coach Academy, life coach training from Coach Training Alliance, and continuously attends trainings from experts in the industry to stay up to date on all things ADHD. She is a member of the ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO), CHADD, and the Positive Discipline Association. In her spare time, she enjoys being a book worm and spending connection time with her husband and son.