What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.59
Average wait time
4.84
Bedside manner
4.54
“Very professional, she listened to me and explained everything about treatment and how to move forward with it, I am very satisfied with my appointment with Dr. Pharr.”
LEIDY S.March 24, 2025Video visit
“Very pleasant and personable! Highly recommend. I was able to be seen within a few days of scheduling and the office was great communicating before the appt”
Ashley P.March 20, 2025Video visit
About Amy Pharr
Focus areas
Anxiety
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Mental Health Consultation
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder
Medication Review
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Treatment approaches
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Energy Psychology
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Experiential Therapy
Dialectical (DBT)
Family Systems
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Amy Pharr
PLEASE BE AWARE, while we accept many commercial insurances, WE DO NOT accept Medicaid or Medicare. If you have a BCBS policy that states OUT OF STATE EMERGENCY ONLY, WE DO NOT ACCEPT THAT POLICY. For all BCBS policies: we charge an initial copay of $129.00. Once BCBS settles, if applicable, we will reimburse you the same day. If the charge or copay is more, we will forgive the difference. This BCBS policy is because identifying network status and copay/deductible often requires over an hour on hold. As a small, family-owned practice, we lack the resources and manpower to wait on hold that long for every BCBS patient.
WE DO NOT PRESCRIBE BENZODIAZEPINES such as Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, etc.
East Coast Telepsychiatry is incorporated in South Carolina and Virginia. As Owner, Director, and Provider, Ms. Pharr is licensed and proud to serve patients in Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and New York. She can also see patients in many other states via the National Nursing Compact, excluding Georgia, California, and Texas. Ms. Pharr holds a Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from the University of South Alabama.
PLEASE ENSURE WE ACCEPT YOUR INSURANCE BEFORE MAKING AN APPOINTMENT. We do NOT accept Medicaid or Medicare. If your insurance is out of network, you are considered self-pay. We provide receipts that most patients can submit for reimbursement if their carrier permits (PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR INSURANCE FIRST).
The mission of East Coast Telepsychiatry is to provide efficient, personalized care. We assess each patient's mental health and, if needed, select the best treatment methods to help you stabilize and begin healing.
East Coast Telepsychiatry offers full psychiatric services including New Patient Evaluations, Assessments, Diagnoses, and individualized Treatment Programs, including medication management if necessary.
What should a new client know about working with you?
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WE DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICARE OR MEDICAID. Also, WE DO NOT PRESCRIBE ANY BENZODIAZEPINES such as, but not limited to: xanax, klonopin, valium, etc.
A new patient visit is generally 20-30 minutes on video depending on the situation and patient. However, the entire appointment process takes the provider anywhere from 60-75 minutes to review your intake prior to the appointment, complete the video visit and then complete a legal "Note" and then send the medication. The amount of time prior to and after the video visit is the most important part of the visit!
Follow-up appointments are generally 10-15 minutes on video, with some being shorter and some longer, again depending on the situation.
Ms. Pharr is accepting new patients and proudly serves SC, FL, VA, NY, and many other states. We do not practice in Georgia, California, or Texas. If you are "Out-of-Network", you are considered "SELF-PAY" and offered a discounted rate.
Our goal is that you will receive personable and professional care at all times. We treat our patients as family and work to get you where you want and deserve to be. It is our job to provide you with a comfortable setting and truly address your needs. Our goal is to get you stable, strong and provide you with the tools and knowledge of how to maintain strong Mental Health.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
We provide a full evaluation and provide assessments during the intake process for new patient appointments. Our intake paperwork includes assessments that helps us identify common issues such as ADHD, Depression, PTSD and Bi-polar issues. Those results are reviewed with each patient and together we try to pinpoint areas in one's mental health that need addressed.
We then provide a diagnosis and implement a treatment program that may or may not include medication management for the patient. WE DO NOT PRESCRIBE ANY BENZODIAZEPINES such as, but not limited to: xanax, klonopin, valium, etc.
A new patient visit typically takes about 15 minutes for our staff to review and establish submitted paperwork, check PMP Awareness sights for medication histories, etc. The provider reviews your chart prior to your appointment, and then conducts the video visit, which averages anywhere from 20-30 minutes typically.
Our goal is to get a person improved and then stable and strong. In the long term we hope to get people off of any and all medications. Obviously every patient is their own individual. Some people need long-term medication treatment, some need short-term and some need none. Our goal is to effectively treat someone with the correct medications, safe medications and medications that are non-addictive.
If you are searching for drugs, are looking for unhealthy doses of adderall or benzodiazapines, this is NOT the practice for you. We do what is right by the patient, what is legal, and what is ethical, without variance.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $259 for 20 minutes
Ongoing session: $159 for 10 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
ANY PERSON WHO SCHEDULES AN APPOINTMENT MUST MAKE PAYMENT OR ESTABLISH AN INSURANCE ACCOUNT WITH US WITHIN 24 hours of the appointment being made, or prior to your appointment if it is made for the same day. We do offer discounts for self/cash pay patients!!!
We are a "Self-Pay" practice and also accept many major insurances. WE DO NOT ACEPT MEDICAID OR MEDICARE, or any BCBS policy that states OUT of STATE EMERGENCY ONLY on the card. We do offer discounts for self/cash pay patients. PLEASE INQUIRE once our staff contacts you, as your rate cannot be changed once your visit is completed. Any and all invoicing must be paid prior to your first and each subsequent appointment. We do provide detailed receipts, upon request, that you can use to attempt to get your insurance to reimburse you if applicable. If we accept your insurance, we will verify coverage, co-pay, and any amount that we are instructed to collect by your insurer. Those amounts must be collected prior to each appointment.
We must have a credit or debit card on file. We do provide detailed receipts that you can use to attempt to get your insurance to reimburse you if applicable.
Office location
Amy Pharr, NP, APRN also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of South Alabama, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Professional memberships
- American Nurses Association
NPI number
1275537037
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.59
Wait time
4.84
Bedside manner
4.54
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Had a great experience open up and teared up and let her know what was going on to help me better
October 27, 2025Brian S.Verified patientVideo visit
Today I felt heard, and like someone actually cares about my health and well being. I will be returning.
December 3, 2024Matthew A.Verified patientVideo visit
She’s so kind and warm. I’ve had some doctors feel a little intimidating in the past but I felt very comfortable with Amy.
March 4, 2022Stephanie B.Verified patientVideo visit
Great listener. I was having problems with Audio and she quickly fixed it without hesitation. Very happy and satisfied.
May 11, 2022Nicholas G.Verified patientVideo visit
The most kind, patient and knowledgeable doctor that I have ever seen for mental health care. Highly recommend her.
February 21, 2022Bobbie W.Verified patientVideo visit
Informed me they would be able to do something which they then retracted after my appointment
December 25, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
straight to the point. listened to everything I had to say. great experience.
June 7, 2023Dallas N.Verified patientVideo visit
Amy Phar is great. she is an amazing caring doctor that goes beyond expectations.
March 21, 2022Lubna H.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Pharr was very informative and helpful with my diagnosis and prescription plan
June 27, 2022Michael M.Verified patientVideo visit
Really listens and does care and really helps figure out any questions you need.
February 3, 2022Nicholas Q.Verified patientVideo visit
I felt very comfortable with Amy. Very sweet and down to earth and personable
May 9, 2022Melissa G.Verified patientVideo visit
Very trusting environment! I love that my concerns are really listened to!
December 7, 2021Sylvia C.Verified patientVideo visit
Seamless process and the doctor was pleasant, patient and understanding.
February 9, 2022Erica Z.Verified patientVideo visit
Definitely the best psychiatrist I have ever seen. Highly recommended
More than 1 year agoHarold J.Verified patientVideo visit
Great doctor , listened and helped me out , highly recommended!
October 31, 2022Thomas M.Verified patientVideo visit
great listener! addressed my issues with a proper diagnosis
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
They operate through telehealth kareo for video visits which is nice. The policies they practice are problematic as they won’t refill non-controlled substance medications without an appointment which is very frustrating. They also only re-prescribe controlled substances every 30 days which causes very frustrating scheduling issues that impact my ability to have my prescriptions refilled in a timely manner. This is especially frustrating when prescribed medicines that have a “reset” associated (where there are significant side effects when a medication is not taken at a regular time each day).
Less than 6 months agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Highly recommend
April 29, 2025Jorja A.Verified patientVideo visit
I came to Amy with my known problems. She said I needed to be treated for other issues. I appreciate her expertise to help me make informed decisions. Amy didn’t consider my choice or opinion. I was truly shocked and had a very unpleasant experience. I’ve had effective treatment before and relocated so I was trying to renew my prescription. Amy was very rude and stubborn to the fact I wanted to prioritize the known problems and address her speculative concerns later.
April 4, 2025Aron M.Verified patientVideo visit
Very professional, she listened to me and explained everything about treatment and how to move forward with it, I am very satisfied with my appointment with Dr. Pharr.
March 24, 2025LEIDY S.Verified patientVideo visit
Very pleasant and personable! Highly recommend. I was able to be seen within a few days of scheduling and the office was great communicating before the appt
March 20, 2025Ashley P.Verified patientVideo visit
She was very caring
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I will be back
November 26, 2024Dylan A.Verified patientVideo visit
Ms. Amy was really wonderful. Answered all my questions. Listened with purpose. Explained medications. She never rushed me and she was very knowledgeable about mental health issues. I wish I could rate her 10 stars! I highly recommend.
October 29, 2024Shellie T.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Pharr was a great listener who made me feel at ease. She was very nice and insightful. I felt comfortable and heard when speaking with her. Highly recommend!
November 13, 2023Jamal G.Verified patientVideo visit
Excellent experience from beginning to the end of the appointment. Amy was ready for my visit and had reviewed the questionnaires that I completed prior to the visit. The office manager was pleasant and knowledge
August 16, 2023James C.Verified patient
Amy is so kind and patient, she’s stuck with me on this journey to finding the right combination of medicine. She’s always on time if not early. She’s wonderful, highly recommend!
July 5, 2023Stephanie B.Verified patientVideo visit
Seemed a little quick to get me on meds. I would’ve liked a bit more conversation in order to feel my diagnosis was accurate, but she basically only went off my test results. First time meeting and already was ready to prescribe me something, which if that’s what you’re looking for then this might be the doctor for you, but I need conversation.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Amy was SO awesome. I’ve been pushed from provider to provider lately and finally had to pay out of pocket but I’m so glad I did. She seemed to actually care, and didn’t make me feel worse like some others.
January 4, 2023Meghan T.Verified patientVideo visit
She was direct to the point and got the job done
January 2, 2023Gabrielle C.Verified patientVideo visit
Very quick tele-visit. Under 15 minutes. Felt a bit rushed honestly and felt like it was mostly a reading of results from the survey/questionnaire one takes when filling out start work. Will seek a second opinion.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
She was on time and very friendly. She listened well and explained what exactly everything meant. She provided me with options and told me exactly what to expect and the steps that I could also take to help.
November 15, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
An absolutely sterling experience. Additionally, the office manager, Julissa, was such an incredibly helpful point of contact.
November 1, 2022Brian L.Verified patientVideo visit
Amy and her husband were so lovely. Very sweet and communicative, and let me know information that I previously wasn’t aware of. She schedules my appointments for the next month during our session, and she’s sure to check on my with my medication. I adore her!
August 14, 2022Samantha L.Verified patientVideo visit
Amy Pharr was rude and impatient. Her bedside manner was horrible. I should not be charged for the appointment with her. It was very brief because she could not help me. I truly think she is in this field just for the money. She has been arrested before (Google her). That should have been an indicator that she was not honest.
June 14, 2022Brenda L.Verified patientVideo visit
awesome!
June 13, 2022Christine D.Verified patientVideo visit
Easy to make an appt. Dr. Was kind and considerate, answered questions. Just thought I would have more than 30 min on my first visit…Other than that I am pleased.
June 3, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Had a good overall experience
May 25, 2022Colin P.Verified patientVideo visit
A little sarcastic
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Ms. Pharr is such a kind and committed psychiatrist !! She listens to the patient and does a great job at providing information / resources about your medication.
May 23, 2022Aidan R.Verified patientVideo visit
I am so incredibly thankful to Mrs. Amy & her team. I’ve been struggling a lot personally lately and couldn’t understand why. I honestly felt like I was going crazy some days. Through finding Mrs. Amy I was able to finally get a diagnosis & start the medication needed to balance me out. Mrs. Amy is very knowledgeable and will answer any of the questions you may have. Highly recommend her!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Amy is very personable and understanding. She was very kind and spoke gently with my son and was able to make a clear diagnosis and responded promptly to me after our appointment when I had a question.
May 15, 2022Yousef H.Verified patientVideo visit
She was more interested in filling out a form than answering my questions. She wasn’t particularly helpful or articulate. She did not create a comfortable environment to share. It felt like a waster of time and money.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Amy was clear and concise about treatment plans and options for medications. She was welcome to any ideas or concerns I brought to the table.
May 10, 2022Jade S.Verified patientVideo visit
Great experience all round dealing with Amy and her office, good communication, would highly recommend her to anyone seeking help.
April 28, 2022Lachlan S.Verified patientVideo visit
I was pleased with East Coast Telepsychiatry's much-needed assistance last night and today.
I was very impressed with Amy's office manager, Dan, and his commitment, dedication, and communication skills yesterday.
I was equally impressed with Dr. Pharr's straightforward professionalism in providing sound and honest guidance regarding my mental health concerns.
I would not hesitate to recommend East Coast Telepsychiatry to anyone needing efficient and professional mental health services.
April 7, 2022Joseph R.Verified patientVideo visit
Very good experience
April 5, 2022Marcos Q.Verified patientVideo visit
Listens to what you are truly saying
March 24, 2022Sylvia C.Verified patientVideo visit
It was a great experience. She was very responsive and clearly very experienced. She did important assessments including checking for issues of safety. She provided a thoughtful and appropriate plan for the presenting issue. As a mental health professional myself, I have high standards. I feel confident recommending her to others.
January 3, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Amy was great and very understanding and helpful!
December 28, 2021Daniella R.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Amy Pharr work with?
Amy Pharr works with East Coast Telepsychiatry.
Where is Amy Pharr's office located?
Amy Pharr has 5 office locations, including in Murrells Inlet, Smyrna, Merritt Island, and Callao, view full addresses on Amy Pharr's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Amy Pharr?
Amy Pharr frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Amy Pharr on their profile.
What languages does Amy Pharr speak?
Amy Pharr speaks English.
How do patients rate Amy Pharr in reviews?
187 patients have reviewed Amy Pharr. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.59/5. They have a 4.54/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.84/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.