Cheryl Slater is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of nursing experience. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Boston College and is passionate about providing compassionate, individualized mental health care.

Her clinical experience spans outpatient psychiatry, women’s behavioral health, addiction medicine, neonatal nursing, and pediatric palliative care. Cheryl has a special interest in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic illness, complex medical conditions, and life transitions. She brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, personal understanding, and compassion to her practice.

Cheryl is committed to improving access to mental health care for underserved populations. Her work in global perinatal and neonatal health has strengthened her appreciation for culturally sensitive, equitable care. She also enjoys working with student-athletes and understands the unique pressures of balancing academics, competitive sports, and emotional well-being as the mother of collegiate athletes.

Cheryl believes that effective mental health care begins with listening, building trust, and developing a collaborative treatment plan that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and patient education.

Outside of work, Cheryl is a proud wife and mother of three children. She enjoys spending time with her family, dog Georgia, and cat Keanu, as well as reading, running, and just about any outdoor activity.