Joseph M Sharpe

Your practice claims to strive for "top patient care", yet you completely cancel clients files over $50. Refuse to refill prescriptions, and continuously re-cap the things patients have already told you. This is absolutely unprofessional, and shameful. Charging $350 for 1 hour, yet appointments do not last that long. I would never recommend this office or Dr. Sharpe. Please find another psychiatrist!

Dr. Sharpe did not recognize when I went into tolerance while taking a benzodiazepine prescribed by him. He increased the dosage and tried other medications. When this didn't work, it was only at my request to be taken off the benzodiazepine. I was informed by him a rapid taper method that he developed was the safest way to come off the medication. He conducted a four day rapid taper that completely paralyzed me. After researching it was realized this was the worse, most inhumane way to take someone off a benzodiazepine. The failure to appropriately taper me off the medication has cost me over a year off my life, and put me through pure hell. If you are taking a benzodiazepine and looking for help please do not visit Dr. Sharpe. His lack of education or refusal to believe the consequences of being rapidly tapered can be extremely devastating.

Impossible to get in. Could be 6 to 8 weeks. Staff is snarky when answering phone and they only take cash no insurance. Surprised at the good reviews.

I saw Dr Sharpe many years ago. He knows more about medication than anyone I’ve seen. He was very kind and helped me through lots of problems including not having a father. Kudos to him, I highly recommend him!

I’ve been seeing doctor Sharpe for a couple years and I can tell you that he and his staff go the extra distance to make sure you’re taken care of. He is compassionate and truly cares about your well being. Highly recommend!

Dr. Sharpe is a compassionate, kind doctor. It has been an absolute privilege being a beneficiary of his services over the past 8 months. Prior to Dr. Sharpe’s services, I was nearly at rock bottom. After months of unemployment, I had finally managed to land a good job. However, due to the crippling anxiety, depression & existentialism I was experiencing, & had been for quite some time, I nearly undermined myself. I finally decided to pursue long needed professional guidance. Shortly after I completed & submitted my New Patient Intake Questionnaire & Guidelines/Policies, I was contacted by Dr. Sharpe’s lovely practice manager Michelle, informing me that Dr. Sharpe would like to see me. I was scheduled to meet with Dr. Sharpe for 1 hour on 01/12/2021 & anxiously awaited our first session. During my initial psychiatric evaluation, I could barely utter a coherent sentence due to my anxiety. I left our session with a Generalized Anxiety Disorder diagnosis, a prescription for Desvenlafaxine & thinking that Dr. Sharpe must’ve regretted taking me on as a patient. What a waste of his time. Why am I so stupid? Anyone who struggles with anxiety can understand such thoughts. I was later diagnosed with ADHD. Discovering the possibility of having ADHD was the driving force that finally compelled me to pursue a diagnosis & treatment. After months of research, both online as well as investigating my own past, going as far ascontacting a former elementary school teacher who suspected & expressed that I may have had a learning disability, it felt as if I had finally had an answer to all of my woes. And, to an extent, it was an answer to some, but certainly not all. As winter turned into spring & spring into summer, I continued visiting with Dr. Sharpe. Our primary objective in meeting once monthly was for medication management. I can happily say that I have recently tapered off of my anti-depressant medication. The side effects in which I’ve experienced; fatigue, irritability, brain fog, etc. have been very subtle. I very much so appreciate Dr. Sharpe’s low & slow approach when it comes to medication prescribing. Psychiatric medications are no joke. Dr. Sharpe’s accountable & compassionate medication management is indicative of his desire for the patients wellness being the top priority. I’ve lost forty pounds in nearly five months. I’ve developed, & am continuing to do so, better habits as well as carved out more structure to my days. Essential for an ADHD brain like mine. Dr. Sharpe is always reminding me of the importance of quality sleep in relation to one’s mental health. I try to ensure that I get at least 7-7½ hours of sleep at minimum each night. As aware as I am of the personal effort it took to get to where I am currently, I can confidently say that Dr. Sharpe has played an integral role in the transformation I’ve experienced. I still have a lot left to unpack; however, I am overall contented by my current standing in life. Especially compared to where I began my treatment. I now meet with Dr. Sharpe once monthly primarily for psychotherapy. I always look forward to being in his presence & talking with him. He listens with intent & I feel comfortable being vulnerable with him, allowing him insight to very personal experiences & thoughts in which I’ve never shared with anyone else. The only “negative” I can speak to is simply not having enough time. Sessions can at times feel slightly rushed. And that’s not necessarily Dr. Sharpe’s fault as much as it is me attempting to fit in as much into a 30 minute session as possible. Although I have an awareness of how busy Dr. Sharpe is, I selfishly wish I could have more time with him. It always feels as if we’re right on the cusp of a flow or breakthrough, only for the clock to strike midnight all too soon. Nonetheless, simply being able to meet with Dr. Sharpe in the brief time that I am allotted is appreciated beyond measure. Much love, Logan Dr. Sharpe is a compassionate, kind doctor. It has been an absolute privilege being a beneficiary of his services over the … More

Most caring and intention Doctor. I would HIGHLY recommend! I have been SO impressed by his choices to care for me as a patient. He looks at the whole perceptive, too. Very refreshing!

Most caring and intention Doctor. I would HIGHLY recommend! I have been SO impressed by his choices to care for me as a patient. He looks at the whole perceptive, too. Very refreshing!

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Dr. Sharpe takes a personal interest in his patients' well-being and tries to tailor his treatment to fit the individual patients' needs. Like every other medical specialty, psychiatry is not an exact science and what works for some patients might not work at all for others. Dr. Sharpe tries to recognize that phenomenon and react accordingly. He truly wants to do the best job that he can do to improve his patients' quality of life. Due to circumstances that are not relevant to this review I am no longer able to see him and that is very unfortunate for me.

He’s a crook. Just a doctor trying to write you a script and sit in his office for a half hour for 350$. Another textbook doctor trying to get rich off of peoples sicknesses. The real doctors are the ones with real life expierence not a textbook and a degree. Your better off with doctor Phil he actually talks to you and has his own life expierence. Clearly rich people just go to him to get pills No wonder the world is on so many drugs He’s a crook. Just a doctor trying to write you a script and sit in his office for a half hour for 350$. Another textbook doctor trying to get rich off of peoples sicknesses. … More

One would think that the office staff decorum is a reflection of the candor of a professional's practice. I have an incredible insurance plan and have used great dentists and doctors that were not in network; who tend to work with you; supplying the necessary paperwork/receipts with codes so that I can submit to insurance company and get reimbursed for the out-of-network fees. On that note, my first impression? Probably the rudest receptionist I have ever encountered. If your loved one has any anxiety issues, do not call this doctor, as he has a bulldog staff that speaks to you in a staccato terse condescending tone. Though we have used other out-of-network psychiatrists when my family member lived in other states, this out of network doctor's office staff will not assist with insurance whatsoever; to the point of taunting you and making you feel like a dog with his tail between his legs . I will not reward this behavior and embarrass my family member to face more abuse by this representative of this practice. Based on the reviews of this doctor, he was probably the best match for my family member, but judging by the staff; should an issue occur, suffice it to say, I have zero trust that this doctor's staff will have any empathy for your needs. So there are no misunderstandings, this is not a review of Joseph Sharpe, this is just a warning about how you or your family member will be treated by Joseph Sharpes's staff . Phew! Looks like I dodged a bullet avoiding this practice! One would think that the office staff decorum is a reflection of the candor of a professional's practice. … More

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Wonderful office setting, super staff, and Dr. Sharpe himself makes you feel better just sitting there.

Where do i begin in describing Dr. Joseph Sharpe. Highly educated, very professional, yet personable and wonderfully compassionate, this fine man misses NOTHING. After a lifetime of inadequate doctor care, this man expertly nailed my lifelong ‘mystery diagnosis’ on the very first office visit, and quickly turned my life around. He gave me back my joy. He gave me PEACE. Love my Dr. Sharpe!

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Dr. Sharpe is a very caring and personable psychiatrist.

*This is my experience with Dr Sharpe and his private practice - severe anxiety here. I recently moved back to Nashville to be with family after resigning from a very stressful career. (Not millennial stressful, finance and banking management) I found Dr Sharpe after enlisting some help from some health professional friends. Getting an appointment was difficult at first, especially dealing with anxiety issues and that feeling of wanting to just give up - but please don't. His staff were very helpful with the opportunities and a cancellation came up and let me know very quickly. His office is downtown at St. Thomas but its very mellow, quiet and the wonder receptionist-office manager offered me some water. I've been for 2 visits, 3rd scheduled for next week. He did, as far as I know of any mental health professional I have ever seen, the most comprehensive, but low key medical history I've had: Weight, BP, checked for tremors, looked at my eyes and even teeth, discussed past medications and had a frank discussion about a plan forward. I think one of the best things, personally as it may be different for you as I'm very task and routine driven, he writes note cards for you. This is what we are doing, start with this and if a or b happens, try this and see if it helps or gets worse. If this happens, call me, we'll address it. This last week I drove from Nashville to Atlanta when two months ago I couldn't hardly leave the house. If you are looking for a new Dr, give this practice a chance if you can't get an immediate appointment. It's worth it. *This is my experience with Dr Sharpe and his private practice - severe anxiety here. I recently moved back to Nashville to be with family after resigning from a very stressful career. (Not millennial stressful, finance and banking … More

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Dr. Sharpe is an extremely bright, devoted, and intellectually curious clinician as well as being a well-rounded individual with eclectic interests, deep compassion, and a genuine connection with others. The many positive reviews are accurate; he is the rare gift of a great psychiatrist as well as a wonderful human being.

Dr. Sharpe's interest in my treatment seemed to decline rapidly after I decided not to receive TMS therapy. It is a very costly course of treatment and I understand that its outcome is not particularly well-proven in terms of longevity and overall effectiveness.

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I never went to Dr. Sharpe, so I can't say anything about him as a doctor. I can say that my appointment was scheduled two months out, so I found another doctor to go with. I ended up getting charged 300 dollars when I didn't go to Dr. Sharpe's appointment. The office staff told me that was protocol. They ended up agreeing to give me 150 back, but still a pretty expensive dr. appointment for having not even stepped foot into the building! Seems to me that they only care about taking your money.

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Unbelievable the change I have went through (for the better) no question this is the man to see for your needs

I've been going to Dr Sharpe for about 6 years for depression. I think he's great, up to date on all new meds and makes sure everything is going right.

I am very happy with Dr. Sharpe. I recently moved to Nashville and it is very difficult to find a new doctor. He changed my medication, and I am doing so much better. Very highly recommend.

If you are in the Nashville area, your search for mental healthcare should stop with Dr. Sharpe. All of the rave reviews for him and his office are very well deserved. He is the most caring, kind, and understanding Doctor I've ever been to. His office is very nice and comfortable. His staff is top notch and the nicest you'll meet. Plain and simple - Dr. Sharpe is the best. If you are in the Nashville area, your search for mental healthcare should stop with Dr. Sharpe. All of the rave reviews for him and his office are very well deserved. He is the most caring, kind, and understanding Doctor I've ever been to. … More

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Patients invariably feel heard and understood. They thoroughly appreciate his conservative yet highly effective approach to medicating. They walk away feeling better with a fresh outlook on life. These are just a few of the reasons why Dr. Sharpe is at the very top of my referral list for psychiatric/psychotherapy care.

Dr. Sharpe has been a joy to work with! He is kind, compassionate, and straight-forward and has been beyond gracious in his willingness to work around my scheduling demands, not to mention effective at what he does. Bottom line - it's very evident Dr. Sharpe practices therapy for all the right reasons. While I don't use medications currently I'd recommend Dr. Sharpe to anyone in the Nashville area seeking psychotherapy or medication management. Dr. Sharpe has been a joy to work with! He is kind, compassionate, and straight-forward and has been beyond gracious in his willingness to work around my scheduling demands, not to mention effective at what he does. Bottom line - it's very … More

Dr. Sharpe has been treating my wife for a few years. After other doctors had treated her with questionable success, since she has been with Dr. Sharpe, her condition has been unquestionably stabilized. She's back to being the woman I've always known. His care has been instrumental in my wife's recovery and I can heartily recommend him to anyone who needs effective treatment. Dr. Sharpe has been treating my wife for a few years. After other doctors had treated her with questionable success, since she has been with Dr. Sharpe, her condition has been unquestionably stabilized. She's back to being the woman I've … More

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