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Affordable Self-Pay Psychiatry in Amherst, NY
& Across New York State

Telehealth Mental Health Care With Transparent Pricing

Looking for a psychiatry provider in Amherst, NY with no insurance barriers or long wait times? At Chanel Freeman NP in Psychiatry PLLC, we provide high-quality self-pay psychiatry and mental health services through secure telehealth—serving Amherst and patients throughout New York State.

Whether you’re searching for psychiatry near me, psychiatry online, or fast access to psychiatric medication management, we offer transparent pricing, flexible scheduling, and appointments available in as little as 24 hours.

Mental Health Services Without Insurance Hassles

Many patients choose self-pay psychiatry to avoid delays, restrictions, and lack of privacy that often come with insurance-based care. Our private, self-pay model allows us to focus on what matters most—your mental health.

We provide telehealth psychiatric care for individuals seeking:

All services are provided virtually, allowing you to receive care from the comfort of your home.

Considering Self-Pay for Mental Health Care?

Choosing self-pay mental health care offers several important advantages:

Faster Appointments
No months-long waitlists. Many patients are seen within 24 hours.

No Insurance Restrictions
No referrals, prior authorizations, or diagnosis limitations.

Maximum Privacy
Your care and records stay between you and your provider.

Transparent Pricing
Know your rate upfront—no surprise bills later.

We are committed to making high-quality mental health care accessible and straightforward. We serve patients ages 16 and older.

Standard Self-Pay Rates:

  • Initial Psychiatric Evaluation: $160

  • Follow-Up Visits / Medication Management: $95

Payment is due at the time of scheduling to secure your appointment.

Income-Based Sliding Scale Options

We believe financial barriers should not prevent access to mental health care. Income-based pricing is available for qualifying patients.

👉 Inquire About Income-Based Pricing

We guarantee a response within 24 hours, so you know your exact rate before booking.

Serving Amherst & Western New York

We proudly serve individuals in Buffalo, Amherst, Williamsville, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, and surrounding Western New York communities through secure telehealth psychiatry.

Our online psychiatry services are also available to patients located anywhere in New York State, including Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, and upstate NY.

If you’re searching for:

  • psychiatry near me

  • medication management psychiatrist

  • psychiatric medication management near me

—you’re in the right place.

Conditions We Treat

Our practice specializes in evidence-based psychiatric and behavioral health care, including:

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • ADHD (Adolescents 16+ & Adults)

  • Insomnia & Sleep Disorders

  • PTSD & Trauma-Related Disorders

  • Postpartum Depression & Anxiety

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide superbills for insurance reimbursement? Yes. For patients with out-of-network benefits, we provide detailed superbills upon request so you may submit them to your insurance carrier for possible reimbursement.

Do you accept insurance? While this page focuses on self-pay psychiatry, we do accept select insurance plans including Cigna, Aetna, BCBS, United Healthcare and more.

How quickly can I get an appointment? We understand that timely access to mental health care is important. Many self-pay patients are able to schedule an initial psychiatric evaluation or medication management appointment within 24 hours, depending on availability. Our telehealth model allows us to offer faster access than many traditional psychiatry offices.

How does online psychiatry work? After scheduling and payment, you’ll receive a secure, HIPAA-compliant video link for your session—no commute required.

Ready to Get Started?

Don’t let insurance barriers or long wait times delay your care. Whether you’re seeking urgent mental health care, ongoing medication management, or a trusted psychiatry provider in Amherst, we’re here to help.

👉 Schedule Your Consultation Today
👉 Check Income-Based Pricing

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