Tess Lauricella

Hi! My name is Tess, and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My background spans a wide variety of high-acuity settings, including psychiatric emergency services, crisis stabilization, partial hospitalization, and community mental health. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked as both a Mental Health Specialist and Registered Nurse on the specialized schizophrenia and bipolar disorders unit at McLean Hospital. I earned my B.A. in Psychology from Skidmore College, my B.S.N. from Northeastern University, and my M.S.N. from the University of California - San Francisco.

I provide evidence based care for adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, OCD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. I practice with a neurodiversity-informed approach. As both a clinician and someone who has personally navigated the healthcare system, I understand how frustrating it can be to feel unheard or rushed. Your concerns will be taken seriously, your questions are always welcome, and your treatment decisions are made together.

I am dedicated to providing collaborative, thorough, and compassionate mental health care. I don't believe in quick, one size fits all answers. Instead, we will look at the full picture of your life, including biology, relationships, sleep, nutrition, stress physiology, and daily routines, to understand the why behind your symptoms.

My approach is holistic and patient directed. In addition to standard medication management, I specialize in helping patients safely deprescribe and streamline medications when they are no longer serving you. I can also incorporate evidence informed supplements, lifestyle strategies, and recommend advanced treatment options like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) or pharmacogenetic testing when appropriate. Together, we will build a personalized, practical path forward that is both effective and sustainable.

Your initial evaluation is a comprehensive 60 to 90 minute conversation focused on looking at who you are, not just your symptoms. We will explore your mental health history, medical background, and lifestyle habits, but just as importantly, you will have the space to share your story in your own words. My role is to listen carefully, identify overlooked patterns, and ensure you feel respected and completely unhurried.

By the end of our first session, we will discuss initial diagnostic impressions, answer your questions, and map out our next steps. Follow-up sessions are typically 25 to 45 minutes and focus on reviewing your progress, managing medication effectiveness and tolerability, and continuing to refine your plan. You know your body and mind best; my role is to bring clinical expertise, curiosity, and support. Let's get to work!