What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Sarah was incredibly professional, thorough, informative and kind during our intake. I felt heard and understood and was provided a plan that gives me hope. She was so easy to talk to and I loved that I instantly felt a sense of trust and support from her. I would recommend Sarah to anyone who is need to help, guidance and direction. ”
IOMore than 1 year ago
“I highly recommend Values Based Psychiatry. Not only did Sara treat me with empathy and compassion, but she has by far been the best psychiatry provider. I was finally diagnosed correctly, and I am thriving under her care. ”
VHMore than 1 year ago
About Sarah Skea
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Psychiatry Follow Up
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Sarah Skea
Our Clinical Director and President, Sarah Skea, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in Illinois as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Sarah earned her Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, from the University of Pennsylvania, an Ivy League institution ranked #1 in the United States for nursing education by U.S. News & World Report. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Marquette University.
At Values Based Psychiatry, Sarah provides comprehensive psychiatric services, including diagnostic evaluations and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults.
What should a new client know about working with you?
We are a concierge practice, and we are out-of-network with insurance plans; however, most of our clients receive reimbursement from their health insurance by submitting an out-of-network claim. We encourage you to please contact your insurance company to verify your coverage, and feel free to call our office or send us a text with any additional questions.
Our practice chooses to be self-pay due to our extended appointment times (2 hrs/30 mins), appointment availability (within 1 week), and after-hours availability through Spruce for direct messaging with your provider.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Sarah is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is able to prescribe psychiatric medications, therapy services, or a combination of both.
The first step towards beginning treatment includes extended time to get to know you better. The psychiatric diagnostic evaluation sets the stage for the development of your ongoing course of treatment. Typically, this session lasts up to 2 hours and information about your current symptoms and past history is gathered to collaboratively determine a customized plan of care individually focused to meet your needs.
Once your symptoms are stable on medication or you are actively engaged in a therapy regimen, Sarah meets with clients as often as every 2 weeks or once every 3 months, but on average, most clients choose to see her once a month.
In between appointments, Sarah is always available via Spruce for direct messaging so you can always reach out with questions, concerns, or updates pertaining to your current symptoms and treatment.
Sarah Skea, APRN, MSN is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $195 for 120 minutes
Ongoing session: $135 for 30 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
We are a concierge practice, and we are out-of-network with insurance plans; however, most of our clients receive reimbursement from their health insurance by submitting an out-of-network claim. We encourage you to please contact your insurance company to verify your coverage, and feel free to call our office or send us a text with any additional questions.
Our practice chooses to be self-pay due to our extended appointment times (2 hrs/30 mins), appointment availability (within 1 week), and after-hours availability through Spruce for direct messaging with your provider.
Popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Therapy
Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Pennsylvania, Master's in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- Marquette University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1265704969
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Sarah was incredibly professional, thorough, informative and kind during our intake. I felt heard and understood and was provided a plan that gives me hope. She was so easy to talk to and I loved that I instantly felt a sense of trust and support from her. I would recommend Sarah to anyone who is need to help, guidance and direction.
More than 1 year agoIO
I highly recommend Values Based Psychiatry. Not only did Sara treat me with empathy and compassion, but she has by far been the best psychiatry provider. I was finally diagnosed correctly, and I am thriving under her care.
More than 1 year agoVH
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How soon can I make an appointment with Sarah Skea?
Generally, Sarah Skea has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Sarah Skea's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Sarah Skea accepting new patients?
Sarah Skea generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Sarah Skea's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Sarah Skea accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Sarah Skea online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Sarah Skea using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Sarah Skea work with?
Sarah Skea works with Values Based Psychiatry, LLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Sarah Skea?
Sarah Skea frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Sarah Skea on their profile.
What languages does Sarah Skea speak?
Sarah Skea speaks English.
How do patients rate Sarah Skea in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Sarah Skea. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.