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Shawn Howard, PMHNP

Shawn Howard, PMHNP

Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
AL
4.83
“Shawn Howard was excellent. She listen and provided great feedback. I look forward to continuing my care with her. She made me feel comfortable and heard. Thank you.”
Michael Y.December 3, 2025
Highly recommended
96% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.83

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

4.75
“Shawn Howard was excellent. She listen and provided great feedback. I look forward to continuing my care with her. She made me feel comfortable and heard. Thank you.”
Michael Y.December 3, 2025Video visit
“So great! She wants to do what you want to do! She can give you all the information in a way that lets you make a well informed choice ”
Logan Y.July 29, 2025Video visit

About Shawn Howard

Focus areas

Anxiety
Mental Health Problem
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Insomnia
Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Trauma Focused
Motivational Interviewing
Strength-Based
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Intervention

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shawn Howard

*Please note if you are seeking ADHD care, we do not prescribe controlled medications such as Adderall & Vyvanse - but can treat with proven non-stimulants such as Strattera.* Shawn Howard is a Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. Shawn has been practicing for over 20 years in different settings providing exceptional care to all her patients. Shawn provides calm, caring and personalized care to patients who seeks mental health treatment. Her philosophy is focused on caring for patients in a holistic approach, which ensures their mental health needs are met. This helps patients and their families reach optimal mental health outcomes. She enjoys spending time with her family, swimming, old movies and fishing on her spare time.

What should a new client know about working with you?

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.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Anxiety disorders
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • The University of Alabama, Master's in Nursing

NPI number

1477950350

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
4.75
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Very compassionate. Listened to all my concerns. Adjusted my medication. Would definitely recommend
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Very satisfied and I appreciate hr for listening to me and focusing on what I needed!
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Shawn Howard was excellent. She listen and provided great feedback. I look forward to continuing my care with her. She made me feel comfortable and heard. Thank you.
Verified patientVideo visit
It would be helpful to know this practitioner is unable to prescribe most adhd medications prior to my visit instead of when I’ve already showed for my appointment.
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So great! She wants to do what you want to do! She can give you all the information in a way that lets you make a well informed choice
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What are common reasons for patients to see Shawn Howard?

Shawn Howard frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Shawn Howard on their profile.

What languages does Shawn Howard speak?

Shawn Howard speaks English.

How do patients rate Shawn Howard in reviews?

46 patients have reviewed Shawn Howard. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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