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Judy Johnson-Howey, PMHNP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

Judy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Judy. View 29 reviews
Great news, Judy is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida, Mississippi, and 4 more

Recent reviews

Will reschedule soon. Depression is way up. PTSD assessment = very high. Feeling awful.

Reviewed October 2024

Judy is one of the best psychiatrists I’ve worked with. I’ve told her before, working with her has changed my life in a better way. At the moment, I cannot think of anything she could do to increase care. I do hope to continue being able to work with her for the foreseeable future.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Judy

  • 1 - 2 years' experience
  • Female
  • PMHNP

Judy Johnson-Howey is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has also served patients in the public health sector, case management, private practice, and worked with medication-assisted treatment for substance and alcohol abuse. Judy’s training includes family psychiatric care to provide care across the lifespan, treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, neurobehavioral disorders (ADHD), neurocognitive disorders (dementia), sleep disorders, and everything in between. She embeds a compassionate approach into the treatment plan.

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

Judy Johnson-Howey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558932889.

  • PMHNP · Florida
  • PMHNP · Mississippi
  • PMHNP · Arkansas
  • PMHNP · Kentucky
  • PMHNP · New Mexico
  • PMHNP · Oklahoma

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 Judy Johnson-Howey

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

Overall rating:

5.0

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Understanding Listens Knowledgeable Support Wonderful Thank you The best Amazing

Will reschedule soon. Depression is way up. PTSD assessment = very high. Feeling awful.

Reviewed October 2024

Judy is one of the best psychiatrists I’ve worked with. I’ve told her before, working with her has changed my life in a better way. At the moment, I cannot think of anything she could do to increase care. I do hope to continue being able to work with her for the foreseeable future.

Reviewed November 2024

Judy is great. She’s empathetic and kind. She is a great listener and has a very calm presence.

Reviewed May 2025

Keep going, you’re the best!!

Reviewed December 2024

she is wonderful, responsive, easy to talk to, and extremely helpful

Reviewed October 2024

I am impressed with her knowledge and caring that she extended to me as a patient.

Reviewed December 2024

Judy is amazing, she took me from a huge mess to manageable mayhem. She listens and as adjusts meds accordingly. Best experience with mental health providers.

Reviewed December 2024

I truly can't think of anything she could do better. She is genuinely caring and empathetic to my anxieties and I feel completely comfortable talking to her. She's so understanding and I feel heard and seen. Dr. Judy and this service is such a blessing and I couldn't be happier I found it. If I had any regret it would just be that I didn't do it sooner.. Really can't thank you all enough!!

Reviewed October 2024

Judy was thorough and professional. She explained everything extremely well.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Johnson-Howey is so kind, careful to listen, and she invites my involvement in how to continue treating my depression. She is wonderful!

Reviewed July 2025

She attentive to my needs and handles them with patience, understanding, an in a timely manner

Reviewed August 2025

She’s perfect as she is.

Reviewed December 2024

No improvement needed. Judy is so knowledgeable, personalable & helpful.

Reviewed June 2025

I believe she is doing everything she can because I have treatment resistant depression, but she seems committed to my care and that means a lot to me. Thank you Judy!

Reviewed December 2024

Judy is very knowledgeable and helpful. She cares about my issues.

Reviewed April 2025

Judy and I communicate very well. She is very relaxed and open and I do feel like I can talk to her about anything. Neither she nor I are looking to rock the boat now that my meds are all working for me. I really appreciate that.

Reviewed August 2025

Judy is wonderful! She listens to my concerns. she provides excellent support and guidance.

Reviewed May 2025

She is great! She is very professional and has very good manners. She is very patient and kind.

Reviewed December 2024

As a provider she listens and is very knowledgeable on mental health.

Reviewed November 2024

She does everything she can and understands my needs. Extremely helpful in understanding my problems that I don't even understand what's going on. She been the easiest person to talk to about situations.

Reviewed March 2025

Judy is amazing and I appreciate all her help and support.

Reviewed October 2024

Very helpful and understanding.

Reviewed November 2024

Very understanding and easy to talk to.

Reviewed October 2024

I feel like she really cares about me and what I am going through. I don't think there is anything more that I could ask.

Reviewed October 2024

I can't think of anything else she is so kind thank you

Reviewed October 2024

I love how she listened and took everything into consideration!

Reviewed June 2025

Judy was able to find the right combination of medication to help with my anxiety, depression and insomnia in just a few short months. I’m able to function through life again with panicking, and I trust she will be able to help me maintain that level of function. Exceeded expectations by far, would highly recommend.

Reviewed August 2025

Judy is very attentive, and she really listens to you, she understands your needs and concerns and works with you to find the best possible solution. I am very happy with her, and she has been such a great support through my treatment process!

Reviewed December 2024

Great! She helps me so much.

Reviewed December 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Judy Johnson-Howey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Judy Johnson-Howey 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 Judy Johnson-Howey speak?

Judy Johnson-Howey speaks English.

How many years of experience does Judy Johnson-Howey have?

Judy Johnson-Howey has 1 - 2 years of experience.

Where is Judy Johnson-Howey licensed to practice?

Judy Johnson-Howey is licensed to practice in Florida, Mississippi, Arkansas, Kentucky, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

Does Judy Johnson-Howey accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Judy Johnson-Howey 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 Judy Johnson-Howey offer?

Judy Johnson-Howey 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 Judy Johnson-Howey?

Judy Johnson-Howey 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 Judy Johnson-Howey?

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.