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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. She works with individuals navigating trauma, addiction recovery, grief, dual diagnosis, major life transitions, and the emotional challenges that often accompany later stages of life.

With many years of experience across community mental health programs, residential treatment settings, crisis services, sober living environments, universities, and senior care, Dr. Terrell brings a calm, steady presence to therapy. She is especially skilled at helping clients make sense of overwhelming experiences and regain stability during difficult or uncertain periods.

Her approach integrates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, strengths-based therapy, and relapse-prevention strategies. Sessions focus on helping clients better understand their experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop practical tools for navigating life’s challenges.

Dr. Terrell is particularly passionate about supporting seniors and individuals facing complex life transitions. Clients often describe her as calm, thoughtful, and deeply supportive — someone who walks beside them with wisdom and compassion as they work toward greater stability, healing, and renewed confidence.


Message to clients

Reaching out for support takes courage, especially if you’ve been carrying the weight of trauma, grief, addiction struggles, anxiety, or depression for a long time. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward after difficult experiences. You don’t have to face it alone.

I’m Dr. Gisele Terrell, a trauma-informed therapist providing telehealth therapy across Ohio. With many years of experience in crisis services, residential treatment, addiction recovery, senior care, and community mental health, I’ve supported individuals through some of life’s most overwhelming and uncertain seasons. That experience allows me to remain calm, grounded, and steady even when things feel complicated 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 chapters.

My work blends compassion with strong clinical skill, using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, strengths-based therapy, and relapse-prevention strategies to help clients develop practical tools and lasting emotional stability.

Clients often say 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 begin moving forward with greater clarity, resilience, and hope.

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


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.


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