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Mental Health:
Refers to your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how you think, feel, act, and how you handle stress, relate to others, and make decisions.
Psychiatry:
Is a medical field focused on diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health conditions using therapy, medications, and other supportive approaches.
About
Shirline Jean, MSN APRN PMHNP
With over 15 years of nursing experience, my passion for psychiatry began early in my nursing career as I witnessed patients transform their lives through healing, self-discovery, and resilience. It is profoundly humbling meeting someone at their lowest point and having the privilege of walking alongside them as they do the work to become their best selves.
I work with adults ages 18 to 60 from all walks of life, with a special focus on individuals who are often overlooked, misunderstood, or silently struggling. Many of the people I work with appear “put together” on the outside—successful, dependable, and strong—while internally feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or barely holding it together.
I was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, to immigrant parents from Haiti, and my cultural background plays an important role in who I am as a provider. Being deeply connected to both Haitian and American cultures has given me a broad perspective and a deep appreciation for cultural identity, family systems, and the shared human experience. At the core, struggle looks very similar across cultures—and everyone deserves care that is respectful, culturally responsive, and compassionate.
Mission/Purpose/Philosophy
As a mental health care provider I am driven to deliver effective, compassionate, and high-quality care that helps individuals move from surviving to truly thriving. My long-term vision includes expanding access and reducing stigma within Afro-Caribbean, African-American, Latina, Asian and all underserved communities, where mental health care is often misunderstood, underutilized, or inaccessible. I welcome all PEOPLE! I am deeply committed to helping people understand that your past does not have to define your future.
My philosophy of care centers on asking meaningful and sometimes difficult questions. One of my favorite guiding principles is: “Instead of asking what’s wrong with you, ask what happened to you.” I believe our environment, upbringing, and lived experiences—especially adverse childhood events—play a significant role in shaping who we are, how we cope, and how we view ourselves and the world. Understanding these experiences can help us break free from patterns that no longer serve us and begin building healthier, more fulfilling lives.
PMHNP's help increase access to mental health care and address the growing shortage of mental health providers. I am trained to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of mental health conditions across the lifespan.
How May I Help You?
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Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation & Management
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Medication Management
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Evidence Based Practice
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Brief Coaching & Psychotherapy
Areas of Focus
Anxiety
Depression
Adjustment disorders
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
ADHD
Emotional Disturbance
Stress
Trauma
and more....
Education/Qualifications
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Amherst, MA- Bachelors of Science -2010
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Regis College- Weston, MA- Masters in Psychiatric Mental Health- 2023
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American Nurses Credentialing Center
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Complex Case Management
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Office-Based Addiction Treatment Registered Nurse
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Bilingual in Haitian Creole
Several Major Insurance Plans Accepted
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Aetna
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Carelon Behavioral Health
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Cigna and Evernorth
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Harvard Pilgrim
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Mass Health coming soon!
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Quest Behavioral Health
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Tufts
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United Health Care (Optum)
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Oscar (Optum)
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Oxford (Optum)
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Private Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect?
At the initial free 15 min consultation, a brief introduction to discuss your needs and to see if we are a good fit.
How do I know if I need medication?
During the initial intake for established clients, I will complete an assessment and follow up with a treatment within the first 2 visits.
Can I do therapy and medication together?
Absolutely! I highly recommend this. Medication plays an important role, as does learning behavioral skills for life.
How do I book a session?
By clicking on the Contact Us button or Book your online appointment button, located throughout this page.
What makes your practice different?
My approach is holistic, I listen to your story, and provide evidence based information, to assist us in cultivating a treatment plan together. You are the driver, I am your GPS!
What is your cancellation policy?
I respect your time and the expectation is you respect mine. Please cancel within 24 hours otherwise a $100 cancellation fee is collected.
Legal Rights & Important Notice
This website is owned and operated by a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or psychiatric advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Viewing this website or contacting this practice through this site does not establish a provider–patient relationship. A formal therapeutic relationship is only established after completion of required intake documentation, informed consent, and mutual agreement to engage in treatment.
Please do not submit medical concerns, urgent questions, or protected health information through this website or via email. If you have clinical questions or need medical guidance, please contact your provider or primary care doctor directly.
If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, thoughts of self-harm, harm to others, or a mental health crisis, please seek immediate evaluation by:
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Calling or texting 988 to reach the 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline
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Calling 911
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Going to your nearest emergency room
Your safety and well-being are the highest priority.