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Dr. Michael Bell, MD

Dr. Michael Bell, MD

Psychiatrist
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Dr. Bell is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 24 years of experience in mental health care. After serving as a U.S. Army field medic, he discovered his calling in psychiatry through Emily Dickinson's poem "The Brain — is wider than the Sky," realizing that the mind's inner universe was his true frontier to explore. Dr. Bell earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency and chief residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He has contributed to research at the National Institutes of Health, focusing on treatment-resistant depression, and has received numerous awards for his clinical excellence and academic contributions.
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Michael Bell

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Michael Bell

Dr. Bell is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 24 years of experience in mental health care. After serving as a U.S. Army field medic, he discovered his calling in psychiatry through Emily Dickinson's poem "The Brain — is wider than the Sky," realizing that the mind's inner universe was his true frontier to explore. Dr. Bell earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency and chief residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He has contributed to research at the National Institutes of Health, focusing on treatment-resistant depression, and has received numerous awards for his clinical excellence and academic contributions.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Dr. Bell has developed the "Dread Philosophy" framework—a transformative approach that helps clients use their suffering as a catalyst for growth and enlightenment. He specializes in working with individuals seeking a higher path of being, focusing on common themes of fear, anxiety, and the challenges of anticipating the future or processing the past. Dr. Bell partners with clients who are ready to transform their suffering into strength and discover deeper meaning in their lives.

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Areas of expertise

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Psychoses
Psychoses

Other popular visit reasons

Gender Affirming Counseling
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Worry
Gender Affirming Counseling
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Meharry Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Massachusetts, Residency in Psychiatry
  • St. Elizabeth Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1235180779

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Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Bell have?

Dr. Michael Bell is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Bell?

Dr. Michael Bell frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael Bell on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Michael Bell speak?

Dr. Michael Bell speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Michael Bell in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Dr. Michael Bell. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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