
Psychiatry. Therapy. Clarity.
Services
Initial Psychiatric Consultation
$250
Your initial visit with Dr. Harvin will be 60-90 minutes and during this time will gather a comprehensive history, develop a personalized treatment plan, and and answer any questions you have.
Medication Management Follow-Up Visits
$130 for 30 minutes
Standard 30-minute follow-up visits are provided during which we’ll review medication efficacy, track symptom improvement, address any questions you might have, and adjust your treatment plan as needed.
Psychotherapy
$160 for 50 minutes for psychotherapy alone; $180 for 50 minutes if combined with medication management
Supportive, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapies are offered as stand-alone treatments or in combination with medication management.
Insurance Information
Patients may pay for services with cash, check, or credit card.
Dr. Harvin does not accept insurance but will provide invoices upon request for patients seeking reimbursement from their insurance company of FSA/HSA.
Why no insurance?
The direct care model—also known as direct pay or cash-only psychiatry—offers several significant benefits for patients seeking mental health care. This model focuses on a straightforward, patient-centered approach where individuals pay directly for their services, bypassing insurance companies and traditional billing processes. In summary, the direct care model allows patients to have more control over their mental health treatment, with fewer financial and administrative barriers. This means patients can receive high-quality, personalized care that is more focused on their well-being and less influenced by insurance company limitations.
Here's how the direct care model benefits you:
1. More Time with Your Psychiatrist: Direct care practices can offer longer sessions, allowing patients more time to discuss their concerns, ask questions, and work on treatment plans without feeling rushed.
2. No Insurance Hassles: With the direct pay model, patients don't need to worry about insurance pre-approvals, copays, or denials. The process is straightforward—pay for the service you receive, without the red tape.
3. Increased Flexibility and Control: Since direct care practices don’t work with insurance companies, patients can receive a wider variety of treatments and therapies tailored to their needs.
4. Confidentiality and Privacy: With no insurance involvement, your medical records are kept strictly private between you and your provider, helping maintain confidentiality.
5. Better Patient-Provider Relationship: With no additional administrative burden, Dr. Harvin is able to work with patients directly without any middlemen. Also, direct pay models eliminate the need for insurance networks, allowing patients to establish a lasting, more consistent relationship with their psychiatrist without concerns over network restrictions.
6. Faster Access to Care: Traditional insurance-based models often require approval for services, which can create delays. In a direct care model, patients can schedule appointments more quickly and start treatment without the waiting periods that often come with insurance claims.
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About Dr. Harvin
Welcome to Clear Skies Psychiatry. I’m Dr. Harvin, a board-certified psychiatrist based in St. Louis, Missouri. I specialize in providing personalized mental health care that integrates psychotherapy and thoughtful medication management for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, addiction, and life transitions.
My approach is rooted in the belief that psychiatric care should be collaborative, compassionate, and attuned to your individual story. Whether we’re exploring your experiences through talk therapy, considering medication options, or both, my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered.
My Style of Care
I take time to get to know each patient — not just your symptoms, but your strengths, values, and goals. I combine psychodynamic insight with evidence-based treatments to support meaningful and lasting change.
Sessions are private-pay, allowing us to focus fully on your care — not insurance constraints — and to tailor treatment to your specific needs.
Credentials
Board-Certified in Psychiatry
Medical Degree (M.D.) from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Internship and Residency training at VCU
Over 9 years of experience in academic, community, and private practice settings
Why “Clear Skies”?
The name of my practice reflects what many people are seeking when they begin mental health treatment: a sense of calm, clarity, and emotional space. While we can’t always control the storms of life, we can build the tools and insight to move through them — and make room for clearer skies ahead.
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