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Kayla Hayes, PMHNP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

Kayla 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 Kayla. View 36 reviews
Great news, Kayla is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Tennessee and Ohio

Recent reviews

she is nice and attentive to my issues.

Reviewed November 2024

Kayla Hayes has been amazing.

Reviewed October 2024

More about Kayla

  • 2 - 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • PMHNP

Kayla Hayes is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a doctor of nursing practice. Kayla graduated with her masters and her doctorate from Vanderbilt University. Kayla specializes in treating depression, anxiety, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and trauma. She has experience working with people in all stages of recovery from substance use disorders and eating disorders. Kayla is a LGBTQ+ affirming and weight inclusive provider. Kayla takes the time to listen to her patients and works with patients to develop a treatment plan that aligns the patients' goals and values. Kayla frequently integrates non-pharmacological interventions into her practice, such as setting goals surrounding increasing time spent outdoors, engaging joyful movement, and cultivating a good work-life balance. In addition to clinical practice, Kayla also lectures at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing on the diagnosis and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Outside of practicing psychiatry, Kayla loves going to concerts, traveling, watching the latest true crime documentary, and hanging out with her dogs.

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

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Ambetter
  • Cigna
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicare
  • Meritain
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

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

Kayla Hayes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376159111.

  • PMHNP · Tennessee
  • PMHNP · Ohio

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 Kayla Hayes

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

Overall rating:

5.0

36 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Amazing Helped Comfortable Helping Professional Wonderful Attentive Caring

she is nice and attentive to my issues.

Reviewed November 2024

Kayla Hayes has been amazing.

Reviewed October 2024

Per our 1st visit, she was amazing with answering and explaining all of my questions and concerns. She was professional, polite and kept a smile on her face. I felt comfortable talking with her.

Reviewed October 2024

Kayla has been great to talk to and discuss my treatment with. I hope to get my insurance sorted to remain with her as a provider.

Reviewed March 2025

She is doing a great job. Kayla listens and make sure she has a clear understanding of my medication need.

Reviewed November 2024

I think she's great, no complaints.

Reviewed September 2025

Kayla is doing awesome work for me.

Reviewed November 2024

Very nice went a lot easier than I thought it was I was kind of nervous at first

Reviewed September 2025

I didn't have any suggestions at this time. She is great at her job.

Reviewed October 2024

She is very positive and explains everything.

Reviewed March 2025

Kayla meets all my needs at this time.

Reviewed March 2025

She's absolutely outstanding! She actually listens to me, I feel I can connect with her and she's gentle. She's helped me confirm that due to my mother's passing, it has caused me distress and PTSD. She's helped me get answers, and she is willing to do whatever she can to help me.

Reviewed December 2024

Incredible compassionate and caring, pleasure to speak to.

Reviewed January 2025

Very kind, listens and doesn’t judge.

Reviewed August 2025

Kayla is wonderful, I finally feel understood and supported in ways that I have not felt before along this process. So wonderful to be able to trust that I am in good hands!

Reviewed September 2025

I feel very supported and heard by Kayla! She has been great to work with.

Reviewed October 2024

She is really nice and personable.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Hayes listened to all my symptoms and made recommendations on the problems as a whole to help me improve my mood.

Reviewed September 2025

Love her! Knows her stuff, very professional, to the point. Prescription come in fast too!

Reviewed April 2025

Kayla was amazing. She listened and was interested in any issues that I may be having and helped make changes to improve.

Reviewed October 2025

I think she’s doing a great job of being very kind and encouraging. I’ve been scared to take meds before, but so far, I seem to be doing pretty well with her aid. The medication is doing what it’s supposed to, and she’s very patient with any questions or worries I have about it.

Reviewed August 2025

She does very well. She always listens to me and when she makes recommendations bast off of what I said, she explains in detail everything about the new medicine.

Reviewed December 2024

She is just a perfect fit for me!

Reviewed August 2025

Very nice and helpful, listened to what I was saying

Reviewed November 2024

Kayla is very thorough and answers all questions! Love her!

Reviewed March 2025

She is really helping by us talking and my medicines. She does a good job of getting my refills called in when im out of it!

Reviewed October 2024

Thanks for all your help! I appreciate you helping with my questions today!

Reviewed June 2025

Kayla is great at what she does!

Reviewed October 2024

Kayla Hayes is very nice and seems to know her stuff

Reviewed October 2025

Kayla fully listens to me and actively works to try and help me when I'm having problems.

Reviewed November 2024

Felt like she actually wanted to help

Reviewed October 2024

She is a great listener. I wish I could keep her when I relocate to New Orleans.

Reviewed October 2024

The session was great, and the meds work. Thank you!!

Reviewed December 2024

she was pleasant unhappy about medication situation but it isn't her fault

Reviewed December 2024

She’s the best! Someone I can actually connect with and learn the rights steps towards recovery and finding my purpose again.

Reviewed August 2025

I was pleased with my session with Kayla. I felt comfortable with the plan she came up with and the consulting that she gave me.

Reviewed December 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kayla Hayes offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kayla Hayes 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 Kayla Hayes speak?

Kayla Hayes speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kayla Hayes have?

Kayla Hayes has 2 - 4 years of experience.

Where is Kayla Hayes licensed to practice?

Kayla Hayes is licensed to practice in Tennessee and Ohio.

Does Kayla Hayes accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kayla Hayes 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 Kayla Hayes offer?

Kayla Hayes 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 Kayla Hayes?

Kayla Hayes 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 Kayla Hayes?

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.