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Deidra Howard, PMHNP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Deidra is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Deidra. View 17 reviews
- Great news, Deidra is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and Texas
Recent reviews
Goes above and beyond no better support needed!
More about Deidra
- 1 - 2 years' experience
- Female
- PMHNP
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience in-patient and emergency psychiatry. She has worked in a variety of other settings, such as medical emergency, rehabilitation and wound care, home health, case management, geriatric outpatient residential, geriatric psychiatry (inpatient locked) and outpatient community care clinics. She believes in taking a holistic, mind, body, and spirit approach to addressing the root causes of your mental health symptoms and will develop a plan to move forward toward healing. She will listen carefully to your specific concerns and collaborate with you in developing a treatment plan that balances your physical and mental health.
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
Deidra Howard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720599558.
- PMHNP · California
- PMHNP · Texas
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 Deidra Howard
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Stay available. to meet with me.
Goes above and beyond no better support needed!
She listens and offers suggestion for improvement. She is always positive and cheerful.
She is thoughtful and encouraging. She has very maternal vibes without breaking professionalism. She is a great clinician.
We’ll see She was great
she normalized different feelings (sad, mad) and supported my goal of getting off meds for mood and sleep that I no longer need.
I love Ms. Howard, I feel so much better.
It’s all good, she makes me feel very comfortable. Anxiety goes away once i start talking to her.
She was amazing and I appreciate her wisdom and insight! May God continue to bless her!
She can smile at me more. Deidra's smile is amazing and lets me know that I am ok.
This is the second time I've waited 15 min and no one showed up. I signed in and it said provider was running late please wait 10 min so I waited 15. Please do not charge me for this missed meeting. I was there.
Nobody better at this than Deidra!! 😁😁😁
Easy to talk to, very friendly & helpful
She did what she was supposed to do. I don't know exactly what her role is in my journey
100% satisfied with Ms. Deidra. She is wonderful, and I just wish I had more time to spend with her. I have much love for Ms. Deidra…
I really enjoyed meeting Deirdre. She had lots of good ideas with helping me.
I truly believe that Deidra Howard is giving me the best possible care. She is very supportive and made me feel so much better about my diagnosis and my ability to manage it. I highly recommend this practitioner for those in need of psychiatric care.
Frequently asked questions
Does Deidra Howard offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Deidra Howard 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 Deidra Howard speak?
Deidra Howard speaks English.
How many years of experience does Deidra Howard have?
Deidra Howard has 1 - 2 years of experience.
Where is Deidra Howard licensed to practice?
Deidra Howard is licensed to practice in California and Texas.
Does Deidra Howard accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Deidra Howard 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 Deidra Howard offer?
Deidra Howard 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 Deidra Howard?
Deidra Howard 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 Deidra Howard?
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.
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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.