What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.86
Average wait time
4.40
Bedside manner
4.60
“I was able to get an appointment very quickly. Charissa Turner was very attentive, professional yet warm, and was clearly very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her.”
Donna B.December 13, 2024Video visit
About Charissa Turner
Focus areas
Academic Stress
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Anxiety
Depression
Sleep Problems
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Interpersonal
Positive Psychology
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Charissa Turner
Hi, my name is Charissa, and I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving clients in Massachusetts. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Insomnia and sleep issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Life Transitions, and College & Graduate Student Mental Health.
With over 15 years of nursing experience and advanced psychiatric training at the University of Cincinnati. I’m passionate about destigmatizing mental healthcare, and together with my colleagues at Lavender Psychiatry, I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected, and cared for.
What should a new client know about working with you?
PLEASE NOTE, I’M IN-NETWORK WITH AETNA, BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD, CIGNA, HARVARD PILGRIM HEALTH CARE / TUFTS HEALTH PLAN, MAGELLAN HEALTH, MEDICARE, OXFORD HEALTH PLANS, POINT32 HEALTH, UNITEDHEALTHCARE. I DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICAID.
My style is warm, engaging, and personable. I value forming a strong alliance with each client, and collaborating on all treatment decision-making. I work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and many different walks of life, including students, parents, professionals, trades, service industry, retail, entrepreneurs, creatives and tech experts.
Starting treatment can be a scary and intimidating process, I’ve successfully treated many people who are new to psychiatric care.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Booking Process:
Book your appointment on Zocdoc. My office will email you a self-assessment to ensure I’m able to help you. We'll then reach out to confirm your appointment time.
Your First Visit:
The initial session is a comprehensive, one-hour evaluation which allows me to understand your current symptoms and difficulties, and learn about important aspects of your past psychiatric, medical, social, educational, and family histories. At the end of the session, we’ll determine the best treatment course. Session frequency ranges from weekly to monthly depending on the type of treatment you’re looking for.
If you’re already seeing a therapist, I’m happy to collaborate with them while guiding the medication aspect of your treatment. However, many of my clients see me for both therapy and medication management.
My practice, Lavender Psychiatry, is founded and fueled by board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners who create therapeutic journeys that are kind, convenient and transparent so that people can flourish. We have a fantastic team that works together to ensure our clients are well taken care of. This includes our care concierge team who is available 7 days a week between your appointments, to help answer questions and assist with any issues regarding coverage and prescriptions etc. We also have covering providers in case I’m away and an urgent matter arises. I look forward to meeting you and helping you in your journey to a brighter future!
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
If you use your insurance with us, we can reduce out-of-pocket expenses and still offer high-quality care. You may not have any cost related to your visit with us, depending upon your insurance plan. Most patients pay a small copay per visit, subject to any deductible or coinsurance that your health plan has.
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Education and training
- University of Cincinnati, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- South University, Master's in Family Nursing
- Ohio State University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1588117774
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
4.40
Bedside manner
4.60
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I was able to get an appointment very quickly. Charissa Turner was very attentive, professional yet warm, and was clearly very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her.
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How soon can I make an appointment with Charissa Turner?
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Is Charissa Turner accepting new patients?
Charissa Turner generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Charissa Turner's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Charissa Turner accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Charissa Turner online?
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What practice does Charissa Turner work with?
Charissa Turner works with Lavender - Massachusetts.
Which board certifications does Charissa Turner have?
Charissa Turner is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Charissa Turner?
Charissa Turner frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Charissa Turner on their profile.
What languages does Charissa Turner speak?
Charissa Turner speaks English.
How do patients rate Charissa Turner in reviews?
35 patients have reviewed Charissa Turner. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 4.6/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.
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