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Kimberly Buckner, PMHNP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

Kimberly 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 Kimberly. View 10 reviews
Great news, Kimberly is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa, Kentucky, and 3 more

Recent reviews

She's already doing great.

Reviewed April 2025

Kim is wonderful! She’s kind and caring. She listens thoroughly which makes ver very good ad getting the medication that I need. Thank you Kim!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Kimberly

  • 2 - 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • PMHNP

Kimberly Buckner is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has focused her entire healthcare career on improving the mental health care system. As a wife, mother, and grandmother she focuses treatment on providing holistic and inclusive care based on patient needs.

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

Kimberly Buckner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437825767.

  • PMHNP · Iowa
  • PMHNP · Kentucky
  • PMHNP · Texas
  • PMHNP · Idaho
  • PMHNP · Washington

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 Kimberly Buckner

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

Overall rating:

4.9

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Thank you Caring Helpful Wonderful

She's already doing great.

Reviewed April 2025

Kim is wonderful! She’s kind and caring. She listens thoroughly which makes ver very good ad getting the medication that I need. Thank you Kim!

Reviewed November 2024

Dr Buckner is doing a great job with my treatment.

Reviewed November 2024

Kim is always great but it seems she is having technical issues today and hasn't been able to join out call

Reviewed October 2024

She is doing a great job listening to me. Thank you.

Reviewed August 2025

She listens and helps her patients with whatever they need!

Reviewed July 2025

Continue to follow up with me

Reviewed September 2025

She’s been very helpful so far

Reviewed September 2025

I don’t have any more refills. Could you please send a refill to the pharmacy

Reviewed December 2024

Usually it’s a 5 but today she didn’t show up and I am out of medication.

Reviewed December 2024

How was your experience with Kimberly?

Frequently asked questions

Does Kimberly Buckner offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kimberly Buckner 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 Kimberly Buckner speak?

Kimberly Buckner speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kimberly Buckner have?

Kimberly Buckner has 2 - 4 years of experience.

Where is Kimberly Buckner licensed to practice?

Kimberly Buckner is licensed to practice in Iowa, Kentucky, Texas, Idaho, and Washington.

Does Kimberly Buckner accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kimberly Buckner 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 Kimberly Buckner offer?

Kimberly Buckner 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 Kimberly Buckner?

Kimberly Buckner 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 Kimberly Buckner?

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.

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video

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.