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Robert Terrell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Robert Terrell, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than twenty years of combined experience in mental health care, behavioral health leadership, and evidence-based treatment of complex psychiatric conditions. Robert specializes in working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar spectrum disorders, substance-use–related concerns, and the unique challenges faced by individuals with dual diagnoses. Robert's clinical approach is grounded in the belief that effective psychiatric care must be both deeply personal and highly practical. Drawing from two decades of hands-on experience across outpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, inpatient behavioral health, and telehealth-based private practice, he delivers treatment that is structured, compassionate, and results-oriented. His practice integrates medication management with tailored psychotherapy modalities—including supportive therapy, CBT-informed strategies, motivational interviewing, and trauma-sensitive care—to help patients achieve lasting stability and improved quality of life. Known for his calm, direct, and relatable communication style, Robert excels at treating individuals who have felt misunderstood, overwhelmed, or discouraged by previous mental-health experiences. He prioritizes collaboration, clear treatment planning, and building strong therapeutic rapport to ensure that every patient receives care that is both clinically sound and genuinely supportive. As a telepsychiatry provider, Robert offers flexible, accessible mental-health treatment designed for today’s fast-paced lifestyles. His virtual practice is especially well-suited for working professionals, college students, entrepreneurs, caregivers, and individuals who prefer convenient and confidential care from the comfort of home. Robert is currently accepting new patients and welcomes referrals from primary-care providers, therapists, MD case managers,

My approach to therapy

Choosing the right mental-health provider can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood instability, or simply feeling unlike yourself, the quality of your therapeutic relationship can influence everything—from your comfort level to your treatment outcomes. For many patients, finding someone who is not only clinically skilled but also deeply relatable and genuinely invested in their well-being makes all the difference. 1. A Human-First Approach Built on Understanding, Not Judgment I believe effective psychiatric care begins with listening, not labeling. Many of my patients arrive feeling misunderstood, dismissed, or rushed through past mental-health encounters. You will not experience that with me. My communication style is calm, direct, and relatable. I make space for your full story, including the parts that don’t always fit neatly into checkboxes or forms. I don’t judge your past, your habits, your fears, or your coping skills. Instead, I help you understand what they mean—and how we can work together to create meaningful, sustainable change. Patients consistently tell me that they feel heard, supported, and respected in a way they haven’t felt before. This connection becomes the foundation for honest collaboration and better therapeutic outcomes. 2. Over 20 Years of Integrated Mental-Health Experience. With more than two decades in behavioral health—including outpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, inpatient care, and telehealth—I bring a well-rounded perspective to every session. This means I’ve seen: The full spectrum of mental-health conditions. How symptoms evolve over time. How different approaches impact different people. What works—and what doesn’t—in real-world treatment. This experience allows me to quickly understand clinical patterns, avoid ineffective trial-and-error treatment, and anticipate challenges before they arise.

What you can expect from me

Patients can expect to learn in great detail all factors reagrding their specific mental health presentation, coupled with easy-to-understand solutions that are evidence-based to help facilitate the best possible care outcomes. Lastly, I genuinely enjoy answering questions, even complex care questions. I have observed significantly better care outcomes and fewer reported symptoms when patients are more informed and understand the care/disease process in greater depth.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Regis College, BA in Nursing (Bachelor of Arts in Nursing) at UMASS Boston
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Point32 Healthcare, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

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