Private Practice Center of NY

Before I get into my review of Sharon, I wanted to say that I’ve dealt with my fair share of horrendous psychiatrists over the years. Many of them would be short, rude, arrogant, and altogether dismissive towards me. I know that a psychiatrist’s job is simply to ask you how you’re doing on your medications, and to adjust and dispense them accordingly. They aren’t there to listen to an individual’s problems — that’s what therapy is for. But for someone who is depressed, the lack of being able to establish a meaningful conversation with any of my treating doctors has always made me feel ten times worse about the situation.
Enter Sharon De Jesus and the Private Practice Center of NY.
My experience with Sharon has been an incredibly refreshing and welcoming change of events. I’ve never once felt rushed out of her office and the overall calming setting of her work space has always made me feel right at ease. She sits with me and truly listens to my problems. She’s compassionate, caring, understanding, and fun to talk with — all while maintaining a gold level standard of professionalism. I also really like the added convenience of scheduling your own appointment online.
She also referred me to the phenomenal and outstanding therapist who works alongside her, Ms. Narcisa Craciun. I’ve been seeing both of them for about a year now, and it’s truly been a blessing and an honor to have met them.
I’m going to be moving out of state soon and one of my biggest concerns is finding someone who comes even a quarter of a way close to filling either of their shoes. It took a lot of trial and error to find them, and I’m so, so glad that I did.
I can’t recommend them enough. Thank you for everything, Sharon and Narcisa!

Sharon is rude and greedy. She cut off patients with insurance this year. When I asked why during an appt. She just said because she doesn’t need to anymore. Very snotty. On top of that, she did not have or provide any referrals for me.

Very supportive and understanding. An amazing practitioner with solid knowledge and feedback. I would recommend her to anyone! This has been my second visit and I couldn’t be happier to have been referred to her. Thank you, Sharon!

Sharon is an excellent practitioner. She hires personable on the ball staff, and makes appointment setting easy. She also has the capacity to remember the details of a patients life despite the passage of time. I also appreciate her approachable demeanor which allows for honest exchanges and on point advice. I recommend her wholeheartedly as someone who generally distrusts medical professionals.

Personable and easy to talk to. Also one of the few therapists I’ve been to who uses talk therapy and also prescribes medication. She actually listens to what has worked for you in the past instead of just randomly prescribing tons of medication. The online appointment scheduling is convenient.

Don’t even bother. I scheduled an appointment, as I am looking for a new psychiatrist, and upon arriving I was told I could not see Sharon unless I paid $ 250 upfront. Regardless of what type of insurance I have. Big red flag. So. I’m expected to pay a quarter of a grand in order to see a doctor I have no idea whether is good or not? I don’t think that’s how this works.
I politely walked in and out in a matter of 3 minutes.

Only go if you want medicine. It is like talking to a wall. I did not find that she was knowledgeable– She used the computer and was looking things up more than talking (and listening) to me. Then she printed out an online questionnaire for me to fill out. something you would get in a fwd email. It was awful. I wanted to ask if she could just write a prescription and let me go. Her online scheduling is great, but you have to keep reminding yourself «I’m only here for medicine» «I’m only here for medicine» while she’s trying to make sense. And I’m not sure what the first person was talking about– She was more than happy to write prescriptionS. If they needed to write a run-​on sentence to assure you she does not write too many prescriptions, it’s not a patient.

Sharon De Jesus has an approachable demeanor makes me feel extremely comfortable in discussing my situation with her. She is very easy to talk to in general, and I feel like I get a certain personal attention from her. She took the time to learn about my history and my current situation before coming to any decisions.
On another note, I think it’s cool that she incorporates technology into her practice by using an online scheduling system, and that she uses an iPad for quick access to notes and records.

Sharon DeJesus is the best NP ever! She is kind, caring, attentive, responsible and very knowledgeable. She has a conservative approach to medication and I like that. You don’t have to worry about being over-​medicated, it just takes time to arrive at the right dosages, as with all good doctors, she tries to get you on the right track, not just randomly prescribe.