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Erline Destra
DNP,APRN,PMHNP-BC
Licensed in the state of MA
Insurance accepted
Aetna
Cigna
Oscar Health
PreferredOne
and 9 more
Accepts new patients
Meet Erline Destra
Doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing care to adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment to stressful life events.
Hello, I'm Erline, a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. With years of experience, I've worked closely with people facing chronic illnesses and mental health challenges. I've dedicated my career to providing compassionate care to those in need. I am specialized in helping adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment to stressful events or changes in their life, as well as social and cultural influences that affect mental health.
My approach is built on a foundation of compassion, respect, and a deep belief in treating the whole person. I take the time to truly listen and understand your unique experience, considering all aspects of your life that may be influencing your well-being. I'll collaborate with you as an active partner, drawing on the latest research-backed therapeutic techniques and guidelines for medication-based treatments to inform your care.
My goal is to empower you with knowledge, tools, and support, so you can navigate challenges and thrive in your life.
My approach is built on a foundation of compassion, respect, and a deep belief in treating the whole person. I take the time to truly listen and understand your unique experience, considering all aspects of your life that may be influencing your well-being. I'll collaborate with you as an active partner, drawing on the latest research-backed therapeutic techniques and guidelines for medication-based treatments to inform your care.
My goal is to empower you with knowledge, tools, and support, so you can navigate challenges and thrive in your life.
Accepts new patients
My philosophy
I believe that each individual is unique and deserves to be treated as such. My goal is to support you in taking the time to truly understand yourself, your strengths and challenges so that you can make informed decisions about the direction of your life. I’m not interested in throwing a bunch of pills at you and calling it a day, but I want to help you understand what’s going on with your body and mind so that we can come up with some strategies that work for you. I want to help my patients find a way of being in a world based on self-compassion and kindness.
My treatment approaches
• Person-Focused
• Trauma-Focused
• Culturally Sensitive
• Compassion Focused
• Humanistic
• Integrative
• Medication Management
• Motivational Interviewing
• Multicultural
• Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
• Strength-Based
I specialize in treating individuals with:
Adult Psychiatry
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
I provide professional care to people with the following conditions:
Mood Disorders
Stress
Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing for quality care
Choose the right type of service based on your needs and budget without compromising on the quality of care you receive.
Initial Visit
An initial visit with a provider involves a medical history review, an assessment of your specific symptoms and concerns, and possible diagnostic tests to evaluate a patient's health, identify issues, and develop and discuss treatment options.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
60 mins session
Video or in-person visits
$250 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Follow-up Visit
A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the patient's treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
30 mins session
Video visits only
$150 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Free Consultation
An opportunity for potential patients to discuss their concerns or needs with a provider, or therapist, to determine if their services are a good fit and to receive initial advice or guidance. Many providers offer free or very affordable consultation services with potential patient leads. Providers who add Free consultation as a service receives 2-3 times more prospects.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
15 mins session
Video visits only
Free
Experiences
My education and work experiences
Work
Boston Health Care for the Homeless
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Full-time
Sep 2023 - Present
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Boston Medical Center
Stabilization Care Center RN - Part-time
Aug 2022 - Sep 2023
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Boston Medical Center
RN Complex Care Manager - Full-time
Jan 2018 - Aug 2023
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Education
Regis College
Doctorate of Nursing - Psychiatry
Jan 2020 - Jun 2023
MGH Institute of Health Professions
Bachelor of Nursing
Jan 2016 - Jun 2017
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Health Science
Jan 2009 - May 2010
Get the support you need with a personalized treatment plan and flexible scheduling online or in person.
Ratings & Reviews
Here is what my patients said about me
98%
of patients said
“I feel better now after the treatment“
83%
of patients said
“I was treated with good care and respect“
93%
of patients said
“I understood the treatment plan“
Erline did a great job of informing me about my options and was able to answer my questions about medications. I look forward to my follow-up with Erline.
Appointment types
I accept both in-person and video visits
In-person visit
Video visit
Areas I serve
Visit me at:
By invitation only
163 Orleans St, Boston, MA 02128
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How to prepare for video visits and what to expect?
For a video visit, you will need a computer or smartphone equipped with a camera and microphone. Prior to your appointment, please use the link provided in your confirmation email to ensure that your device is compatible with the video visit. If you're using an iPhone, it's recommended that you access the visit through the Safari browser for optimal performance.