Sherika Cowan, PMHNP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Sherika is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- Great news, Sherika is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Mississippi and Texas
More about Sherika
- 2 - 4 years' experience
- Female
- PMHNP
Sherika M. Cowan, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 17 years of nursing experience and a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. She specializes in treating adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD, offering a supportive environment grounded in evidence-based practice and strong communication.
Sherika believes in creating personalized care plans that empower her patients, emphasizing education, emotional support, and stigma-free medication management. Her goal is to build trust through active listening, comprehensive assessment, and ongoing collaboration, fostering a space where individuals feel safe, heard, and valued.
With experience across hospital settings, emergency rooms, PICUs, outpatient care, and high-risk obstetrics, Sherika brings a well-rounded perspective to mental health treatment. Her strong emotional intelligence and empathetic approach help clients open up, express their feelings, and take meaningful steps toward healing.
Outside of her clinical work, Sherika enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family."
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
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
Sherika Cowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295483022.
- PMHNP · Mississippi
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sherika Cowan offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sherika Cowan 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 Sherika Cowan speak?
Sherika Cowan speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sherika Cowan have?
Sherika Cowan has 2 - 4 years of experience.
Where is Sherika Cowan licensed to practice?
Sherika Cowan is licensed to practice in Mississippi and Texas.
Does Sherika Cowan accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sherika Cowan 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 Sherika Cowan offer?
Sherika Cowan 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 Sherika Cowan?
Sherika Cowan 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 Sherika Cowan?
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.
And recovery is possible.
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.