Shawn Kernz

Overview

Shawn Kernz is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Coastal Calm Psychiatric Solutions. With 14 years of healthcare experience, Shawn specializes in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use disorders. His approach combines medication management, therapy, and holistic care to provide personalized and effective treatment for each client.

At Coastal Calm Psychiatric Solutions, Shawn believes in empowering individuals by addressing their mental health needs with a compassionate and integrative approach. He takes the time to listen to clients, understand their unique challenges, and create customized treatment plans that support their long-term well-being. His expertise includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), which help clients develop healthier coping strategies and achieve lasting mental wellness.

Shawn is passionate about making quality mental health care accessible and effective. He understands that every individual’s journey is unique, and he works closely with clients to find the best combination of therapy, lifestyle modifications, and medication management. His dedication to comprehensive and client-centered care sets him apart, ensuring that each person receives the support and guidance they need to improve their quality of life.

Mr. Kernz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Insomnia. His top areas of expertise are Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Major Depression.

Graduate Institution
Western Governors University- Bachelor Of Nursing, 2018
Specialties
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Licenses
Nurse Practitioner in FL
APRN in FL
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Shawn Kernz, APRN,PMHNP-BC
SW 111th Terrace, Miami, FL 33186
Sunday:Closed
Monday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed

Additional Areas of Focus

Kernz has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
Major Depression
Insomnia
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Schizophrenia
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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