Sarah Otto, MSN, PMHNP, NP, SC

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.90

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Sarah was so authentic and easy to talk to . She gave me helpful information and a clear plan for the future.”

Less than 1 month ago

“Considering I’m a very anxious person and meeting a new psychiatrist was hard for me since i was with my old one for almost 2 years or so , i absolutely do not regret coming to this office. My new psychiatrist made me feel extremely welcomed and comfortable and i definitely will continue my mental health journey with her. 10/10 experience for the first appointment. I usually have something negative to say but i literally can’t complain at all and am so happy i found this office .”

Less than 1 month ago

About Sarah Otto

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Psychiatry Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Sleep Problems

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Psychiatric Assessment

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Interpersonal

Psychodynamic

Motivational Interviewing

Relational

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sarah Otto

Hi, my name is Sarah, and I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner proudly serving clients in South Carolina. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, insomnia and sleep concerns, OCD, life transitions, college and graduate school stress, PTSD and trauma, grief, loss, and stress management. With over 10 years of nursing experience and advanced psychiatric training from Pace University, I understand how personal and vulnerable seeking mental health support can be. I’m passionate about destigmatizing mental healthcare, and together with my colleagues at Lavender Psychiatry, I’m on a mission to create a world where feelings are felt, respected, and cared for.

What should a new client know about working with you?

PLEASE NOTE, I’M IN-NETWORK WITH AETNA, MEDICARE, OSCAR, OXFORD, UNITED HEALTHCARE. I DO NOT ACCEPT MEDICAID. My therapeutic style is characterized by warmth, engagement, and a genuine personal connection. I believe in establishing a strong, collaborative relationship with each client, where we work together to make informed decisions about their treatment. My practice is inclusive and welcoming, embracing diversity in culture, background, and experience. I have worked with a wide range of clients, including students, parents, professionals from various fields, skilled tradespeople, service industry workers, retail employees, entrepreneurs, artists, and technology experts. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where each individual feels heard, understood, and empowered to achieve their therapeutic goals. I chose to be a psych NP because I cannot imagine doing anything else in my life except for helping those who are finding their way and their voice. I always wanted a career in nursing and in healthcare due to my desire and passion of wanting to help those who need it the most. Starting treatment can be a scary and intimidating process, I’ve successfully treated many people who are new to psychiatric care.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Booking Process: Request your appointment time on Zocdoc. My office will email you an online intake form to ensure I’m able to help you. If we’re a fit, we’ll reach out to confirm an appointment time. I try my best to keep slots available each week for new clients. Your First Visit: The initial session is a comprehensive, one-hour evaluation which allows me to understand your current symptoms and difficulties, and learn about important aspects of your past psychiatric, medical, social, educational, and family histories. At the end of the session, we’ll determine the best treatment course. Session frequency ranges from weekly to monthly depending on the type of treatment you’re looking for. If you’re already seeing a therapist, I’m happy to collaborate with them while guiding the medication aspect of your treatment. However, many of my clients see me for both therapy and medication management. My practice, Lavender Psychiatry, is founded and fueled by board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners who create therapeutic journeys that are kind, convenient and transparent so that people can flourish. We have a fantastic team that works together to ensure our clients are well taken care of. This includes our care concierge team who is available 7 days a week between your appointments, to help answer questions and assist with any issues regarding coverage and prescriptions etc. We also have covering providers in case I’m away and an urgent matter arises. I look forward to meeting you and helping you in your journey to a brighter future!

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In-network insurances

Aetna

Cigna

Medicare

UnitedHealthcare

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

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
Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront

More information on payments and coverage

If you use your insurance with us, we can reduce out-of-pocket expenses and still offer high-quality care. You may not have any cost related to your visit with us, depending upon your insurance plan. Most patients pay a small copay per visit, subject to any deductible or coinsurance that your health plan has.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

New Patient Visit

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

New Patient Visit

Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Lavender - South Carolina

Education and training

Pace University, Master's in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1346703113

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.90

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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I absolutely loved Sarah. She was thorough, kind, and extremely smart. 10/10 would recommend her as a psychiatrist!