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Brandy Cooks-Thomas, PMHNP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

Brandy 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 Brandy. View 9 reviews
Great news, Brandy is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Louisiana, Texas, and 4 more

Recent reviews

I am 100% happy with her care.

Reviewed December 2024

So far so good, I'm sure the next appointment we'll talk more. I'm just glad I'm getting back on my meds today.

Reviewed September 2025

More about Brandy

  • 2 - 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • PMHNP

Brandy Cooks-Thomas is Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health and primary care services to clients with depression and anxiety for the past 6 years. She enjoys assisting clients through tough times and educating them on medication and holistic options. She specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Brandy Cooks-Thomas 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

Brandy Cooks-Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972964229.

  • PMHNP · Louisiana
  • PMHNP · Texas
  • PMHNP · Florida
  • PMHNP · Arizona
  • PMHNP · Nevada
  • PMHNP · New Jersey

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 Brandy Cooks-Thomas

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.9

9 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Amazing Caring Insightful Listens Professional Understanding Great listener

I am 100% happy with her care.

Reviewed December 2024

So far so good, I'm sure the next appointment we'll talk more. I'm just glad I'm getting back on my meds today.

Reviewed September 2025

Brandy is pretty amazing. She is a great listener and provides great insight and is very professional.

Reviewed March 2025

I think that it was a great and informative session and there is not anything that I would say needs to be done better.

Reviewed February 2025

She is awesome, listens, makes relevant suggestions provides info on what to anticipate.

Reviewed October 2024

I loved her. Listened to what I had to say and asked a lot of questions.

Reviewed October 2025

So kind and understanding. I had a very good experience

Reviewed December 2024

Very insightful continue to thorough and breakdown what she is saying.

Reviewed October 2025

she is phenomenal! Caring, compassionate and a good listener

Reviewed September 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Does Brandy Cooks-Thomas offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Brandy Cooks-Thomas 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 Brandy Cooks-Thomas speak?

Brandy Cooks-Thomas speaks English.

How many years of experience does Brandy Cooks-Thomas have?

Brandy Cooks-Thomas has 2 - 4 years of experience.

Where is Brandy Cooks-Thomas licensed to practice?

Brandy Cooks-Thomas is licensed to practice in Louisiana, Texas, Florida, Arizona, Nevada, and New Jersey.

Does Brandy Cooks-Thomas accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Brandy Cooks-Thomas 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 Brandy Cooks-Thomas offer?

Brandy Cooks-Thomas 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 Brandy Cooks-Thomas?

Brandy Cooks-Thomas 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 Brandy Cooks-Thomas?

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.

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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.