About
They specialize in psychiatry and psychopharmacology, offering personalized, state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment with an experienced M.D. who uses natural approaches and lifestyle modification whenever safe and effective. Their practice treats a wide range of conditions, including alcohol disorders, anorexia, anxiety, and more, using a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral activation, and psychopharmacological techniques. They welcome patients between the ages of 15-85 and are in-network with several commercial insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Magellan Health, and UnitedHealthcare. All appointments are conducted via telepsychiatry, using a HIPPA-compliant Zoom platform, and are available to patients physically located within New York State at the time of their appointments.
Insurance & payment
SHARON PACKER, M.D. is in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Magellan Health, and UnitedHealthcare, as well as Medicare.
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Magellan Health
- UnitedHealthcare
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Psychiatric care
SHARON PACKER, M.D. provides personalized, state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment with an experienced M.D. who uses natural approaches and lifestyle modification whenever safe and effective.
Psychopharmacology
Their practice uses evidence-based psychopharmacological techniques, combined with natural approaches and lifestyle modification when possible.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
SHARON PACKER, M.D. uses CBT as one of their treatment approaches.
Behavioral activation (BA)
Their practice incorporates BA as a treatment method.
Motivational interviewing
SHARON PACKER, M.D. uses motivational interviewing as part of their treatment approach.
Telepsychiatry
All appointments are conducted via telepsychiatry, using a HIPPA-compliant Zoom platform.