What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I felt that Dr. Batista both listened to me and was very direct with giving her perspective. I felt respected and supported.”
Initials hiddenFebruary 22, 2018
About Dr. Sharon Batista
Focus areas
Anxiety
Postpartum Anxiety
Psychiatry Consultation
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Women's Mental Health Issues
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Psychiatric Medication Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Exposure Response Prevention
Family / Marital
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Sharon Batista
*We are OUT-OF-NETWORK with insurances, only Self-Pay Accepted*
Dr. Batista is a specialist in women?s mental health, anxiety disorders and OCD, multicultural psychiatry, physician mental health, and telemedicine. She provides care across the lifespan, including as a perinatal mental health consultant for pre-pregnancy planning, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Dr. Batista works with patients suffering from anxiety, depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related disorders, hoarding, perfectionism, and body-focused repetitive behaviors. She is trained in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
She also supports caregivers, family members, and individuals experiencing career stress or professional transitions. Dr. Batista offers consultations to clarify diagnosis and medication management options. She specializes in mental health care for women, physicians and healthcare workers, and people of color. Her approach is race, ethnicity, sexuality, and gender-affirming/positive, incorporating self-help, education, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and empowerment.
Dr. Batista earned her Doctor of Medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She completed her Psychiatry residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and a Fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at New York University. She also trained in Psychosomatic Medicine at New York University Grossman School of Medicine.
Dr. Batista provides telehealth treatment in NY, NJ, CA, CT, FL, IL, KS, OH, PA, TX, and VA.
PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Batista is not accepting new patients for ADHD management or requests for narcotics or controlled substances. No controlled substances are prescribed via telemedicine at this time.
What should a new client know about working with you?
**PLEASE BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR COMMUNICATIONS FROM OUR OFFICE IF YOU REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT - THIS WILL COME OVER EMAIL**
Appointments are confirmed after new patient paperwork is received and reviewed. If new patient paperwork is not received we will cancel your appointment,
You will receive over email our consents for treatment and practice policies or you can fill these same forms through Zocdoc.
We are out-of-network for all insurances, Our practice serves adults exclusively and we treat people located in NY, NJ, CT, CA, FL, IL, KS, OH, PA, TX, and VA via video sessions. If you need a referral for a loved one who is adolescent or an older adult
please ask - we may be able to suggest colleagues with this specialty.
About navigating out of network insurance reimbursement: Insurance plans vary as to their policies. If you need help understanding what your policy covers - in many cases we can contact your insurance to obtain your benefits info and review that with you or advise you what info you need. We provide "superbills" (Itemized receipts for insurance reimbursement) to all patients seeking reimbursement.
More about Dr.Batista's approach:
Dr. Batista communicates with her clients with clarity and ensures they have all the information they need to make the right treatment choices. She uses a wide range of approaches, including psychopharmacology and psychotherapy (namely cognitive-behavioral or psychodynamic). She strongly believes in providing care to every person by considering their symptoms holistically, taking a mind-body approach that incorporates physical and mental health together. For those who already have a therapist, she focuses on pharmacology and medication management while closely collaborating with the therapist.
Here are some key aspects of our approach:
Individualized Treatment Plans
Collaborative Care
Patient Education
What is your typical process for working with clients?
The consultation process takes between 1-3 sessions depending on the individual situation. The first visit is a consultation during which I will gather preliminary information to formulate a beginning clinical impression and treatment plan.
Medications are only prescribed where appropriate and if we are planning to work together.
I provide comprehensive care collaboration for all patients in my practice, meaning I coordinate treatment with all medical professionals my patients are working with to as to achieve their goals. This includes therapists, primary care doctors, nutritionists, etc.
We are accepting new patients on an ongoing basis. If you have questions about our practice, we are happy to answer your questions so that you can know enough to make a decision about your treatment options.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $800 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $415-600 for 45 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
We are NOT in-network with any insurance, Medicare, nor Medicaid. Additionally, Dr. Batista is considered "opted out" for Medicare and is not a Medicaid provider. This means that neither Medicare nor Medicaid will cover the costs of treatment at our practice - this applies to all Medicare plans including those with out of network coverage. The payment for each session is due at the time of service.
If your health insurance plan includes out-of-network benefits for mental health services, you may request that we submit electronic claims for fully paid dates of service on your behalf as a courtesy or we can provide a statement (aka, a superbill) with all of the information needed for your insurance to process claims for your care. In some cases we may be able to bill your insurance and charge you the applicable out of pocket responsibility. In most cases, the patient will be responsible for the cost of treatment and our billing team will instruct all insurance companies to send reimbursement checks directly to the patient. However, please note that if an insurance company does not provide satisfactory reimbursement, it is the patient's responsibility to handle any claim disputes.
If you have insurance with out-of-network benefits and would like us to verify the details of your insurance benefits and review them with you, please submit your insurance information through our website or contact us over email to inquire with us. Once on the site, Wendi, a helpful chatbot, will guide you through the process. Kindly input your email and phone number on the contact form if requested, as it will enable us to follow up with you more efficiently. After receiving your insurance benefits information, we will contact your insurance provider and provide you with a detailed explanation. Please note that the chatbot will also try to assist, but it may not always have all the necessary information in which case we will call your insurance to clarify the details of your benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
Board certifications
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- American Board of Preventive Medicine
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education and training
- Medical School - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Doctor of Medicine
- New York University, Fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Residency in Psychiatry
- New York University, Grossman School of Medicine (Psychosomatic Medicine)
Professional memberships
- American Psychiatric Association
- Dr. Sharon Batista is Certified in Addiction Mediicne by American Board of Preventive Medicine
Awards and publications
- Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
NPI number
1942472105
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I felt that Dr. Batista both listened to me and was very direct with giving her perspective. I felt respected and supported.
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Sharon Batista?
Generally, Dr. Sharon Batista has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Batista's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Sharon Batista accepting new patients?
Dr. Sharon Batista generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Batista's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Sharon Batista accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Sharon Batista online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Batista using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
Which hospital is Dr. Sharon Batista affiliated with?
Dr. Sharon Batista is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Sharon Batista work with?
Dr. Sharon Batista works with Balanced Psychiatry of New York.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharon Batista have?
Dr. Sharon Batista is certified by Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), American Board of Preventive Medicine, and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sharon Batista?
Dr. Sharon Batista frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sharon Batista on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Sharon Batista speak?
Dr. Sharon Batista speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Sharon Batista in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Dr. Sharon Batista. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. 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.