She listens, asks me my opinion on her plan with medication and any changes made. She’s very kind and I’m glad I chose her.
Farah Shaddix, PMHNP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Farah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Farah. View 22 reviews
- Great news, Farah is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri, Iowa, and 7 more
Recent reviews
She's great, no complaints!
More about Farah
- 2 - 4 years' experience
- Female
- PMHNP
Farah Shaddix is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing an array of mental health services to adult patients with depression and anxiety for 2 years as a nurse practitioner and over 2 decades in the mental health realm.
She started her mental health career over 2 decades ago as a compassionate community case worker and worked her way into the role of a patient focused, compassionate, and understanding provider. Her training and experience in telehealth, outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings spoke to her core belief that everyone should have access to high quality mental health care no matter the situation.
She specializes in diagnosing, educating, collaborating with patients about plans and outcomes, and implementing medications, if desired, for mental health conditions.
Farah Shaddix, MSN, PMHNP-BC looks forward to helping you on your mental health journey.
Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Panic Attack
Burnout
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Insomnia
Mental Health Problem
Crisis Intervention
Suicide Prevention
ADD/ADHD
Substance Use Disorder
Addiction
Alcoholism
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Postpartum Depression
Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression
Trauma
Phobias
Treatment Approaches
- Prescription Medication
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Licenses
Farah Shaddix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912524059.
- PMHNP · Missouri
- PMHNP · Iowa
- PMHNP · Kentucky
- PMHNP · Oregon
- PMHNP · Illinois
- PMHNP · Kansas
- PMHNP · Texas
- PMHNP · Washington
- PMHNP · Arizona
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
- Convenient.
- Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
- Available now.
- No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.
Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.
Reviews for Farah Shaddix
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She listens, asks me my opinion on her plan with medication and any changes made. She’s very kind and I’m glad I chose her.
She's great, no complaints!
Farah Shaddix is an excellent listener and supporter.
She's so sweet and lovely to talk to.
Excellent nurse practitioner!!
I think that Dr. Shaddix does a great job of connecting with me as a patient, showing deep empathy and providing valuable care.
Great to work with on my situation
She's doing an amazing job now. Took a bit to get the right dose and meds but I'm feeling so much better. She's always there if I need her!
It is always an absolute pleasure to see Farah!!! She is very personable, helpful, listens well, takes here time to make me feel seen and heard. I hope she never leaves Brightside!!!
She is amazing. She just needs to keep being who she is and keep doing what she is doing. :) She has changed my life.
Very good to listening to concerns and finding potential solutions. Takes all symptoms seriously. Very good at answering all my questions. Very obvious she cares about her patients.
She’s awesome! Keep doing a great job!
She's wonderful, attentive, very patient and responsive. I have no recommendations for what she could do better. She has made receiving psychiatric care such a positive experience for me!
I really enjoy the level of care I receive with Farah.
Amazing doctor very caring understanding. Willing to help take the time with their patience. I couldn't be more happier with my new psychiatrist.And I hope I can have her long term
She was wonderful and helped me tremendously with my concerns.
Farah listens to me and explains the medications very well. She only wants the best for me.
Love her approach to things. I am very hopeful
First appointment went really well. We meet again in a little under a month now and I think we are a good fit. So far so good
She is very caring and sympathetic to my needs. I feel better after talking to her.
She’s very kind and understanding.
Farah is amazing. She is so knowledgeable and makes me feel understood. She cares for how I feel and makes me feel heard
Frequently asked questions
Does Farah Shaddix offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Farah Shaddix works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Farah Shaddix speak?
Farah Shaddix speaks English.
How many years of experience does Farah Shaddix have?
Farah Shaddix has 2 - 4 years of experience.
Where is Farah Shaddix licensed to practice?
Farah Shaddix is licensed to practice in Missouri, Iowa, Kentucky, Oregon, Illinois, Kansas, Texas, Washington, and Arizona.
Does Farah Shaddix accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Farah Shaddix does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Farah Shaddix offer?
Farah Shaddix offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Farah Shaddix?
Farah Shaddix can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Farah Shaddix?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.