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Gisele Terrell(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Science, MScPhD, Education
Ohio
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues- Trauma-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Dr. Gisele Terrell, PhD, MS, LSW, is a trauma-informed telehealth therapist serving adults across Ohio. With extensive years of clinical experience across community programs, residential treatment, crisis services, sober living environments, universities, and senior care settings, she brings depth, steadiness, and seasoned clinical judgment to her work.

Dr. Terrell specializes in trauma recovery, dual diagnosis, addiction support, grief, major life transitions, and senior mental health. Her broad experience across multiple levels of care allows her to remain grounded and composed even in complex or high-stress situations. Clients benefit from her ability to balance compassion with clinical precision, helping them make sense of overwhelming experiences while building meaningful coping strategies.

She integrates evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, strengths-based therapy, crisis stabilization strategies, and relapse-prevention support. Her work emphasizes whole-person healing — emotionally, physically, and spiritually — while tailoring each session to meet clients where they are.

Dr. Terrell is especially passionate about supporting seniors and individuals navigating complex life chapters. Clients often describe her presence as calm, wise, and deeply supportive — someone who walks beside them with clarity and confidence as they rebuild stability and move toward lasting change.


Message to clients

Reaching out for support takes courage, especially if you’ve been carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or addiction challenges for a long time. You don’t have to face it alone.

I’m Dr. Gisele Terrell, a trauma-informed therapist providing telehealth therapy across Ohio. With extensive clinical experience in crisis services, residential treatment, addiction recovery, senior care, and community mental health, I’ve walked alongside individuals during some of the most difficult and overwhelming seasons of their lives. That experience allows me to remain steady, grounded, and thoughtful — even when things feel uncertain or intense.

I specialize in trauma recovery, dual diagnosis, grief, major life transitions, and senior mental health. I’m especially passionate about supporting older adults and individuals navigating complex life changes. My work is rooted in compassion, but also in strong clinical skill. I integrate evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, strengths-based therapy, and relapse-prevention strategies to help you build practical tools and lasting stability.

Clients often tell me they feel genuinely seen and supported in our work together. My goal is to create a space where you can slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and hope.

Healing is possible — and it begins with having a steady, supportive partner in the process.


Licensure

Ohio: S.0006033

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Allied Benefits
  • Aetna - Exchange
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter of Ohio
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan (Managed Medicaid)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • Carelon
  • Centene
  • Cetene Ohio Dual
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Paramount Health Care
  • SummaCare
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Tricare
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • United Medical Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid (Ohio)
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$110 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$80 - $110

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
  • Courtesy billing
  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I’m flexible and committed to working with you as we plan your care. Our billing team can gladly submit your insurance to check your benefits and help you understand your coverage.


Reach out to Connect

Small steps make a big difference. Start by connecting with Gisele Terrell today.