Psychiatrist in San Marcos, Texas Steven Sharp, Psychiatrist
Gender Identity: Male (He/Him)
Ages Served: 15-75+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: Yes
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Steven Sharp, MD
Specializes In:
Steven Sharp helps teens, adults, and seniors across Texas achieve greater mental stability and improved quality of life through expert psychiatric care and medication management. At LifeStance Health, he partners with patients to treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD, using a personalized, evidence-based approach designed to reduce symptoms and support long-term mental wellness. His care emphasizes clear communication, accurate diagnosis, and thoughtful medication planning tailored to each individual’s needs. Dr. Sharp specializes in managing complex mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, while also providing support for co-occurring substance use concerns. He treats teens and adults, including older adults, and works with diverse populations such as individuals on the autism spectrum, first responders, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. His clinical approach focuses on improving daily functioning, emotional regulation, and overall mental health outcomes, while also offering care for a broad range of additional psychiatric conditions. With a background in medical and mental health care, Dr. Sharp is attentive to the connection between physical and psychological health, helping patients navigate overlapping concerns with a comprehensive treatment plan. He provides medication management for individuals experiencing mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and sleep disturbances, ensuring care is both thorough and responsive to changes over time. Since beginning his practice in 2022, Dr. Sharp has been committed to delivering high-quality psychiatric services with a patient-centered focus. Outside of his clinical work, he enjoys spending time with his family and dogs, reading, lifting weights, and watching movies, with a particular appreciation for Studio Ghibli films.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 15-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Bipolar Disorder
- Dementia & memory issues
- Intense mood changes
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- ADHD
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Brain/head injuries (TBI)
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Conditions caused by stress
- Depression/feeling down
- Detachment/disconnection
- Dissociative disorders
- Drug/substance use
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- End-of-life challenges
- Gender identity
- Grief & loss
- Hallucinations
- LGBTQ+
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other neurological conditions
- Panic attacks
- Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Retirement
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Self-esteem
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social injustice
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stress management
- Stroke-related conditions
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Palmetto GBA Railroad Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Languages
- English
Education
-
UT Southwestern
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Steven Sharp. You can also call 737-277-4221 to have someone assist you.
Steven Sharp generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 737-277-4221 to find out Steven Sharp's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Steven Sharp:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Palmetto GBA Railroad Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 737-277-4221 to see how we can help.
Yes, Steven Sharp is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Steven Sharp works at:
Yes, Steven Sharp does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Steven Sharp is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: