Kristen (Elliott) Hepler , LPC

Kristen (Elliott) Hepler, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), is a Texas-based counselor with 12 years of clinical experience helping people navigate depression, anxiety, and major life adjustments. She combines traditional cognitive-behavioral techniques with brain-focused interventions to support clients in improving mood, managing stress, and rebuilding day-to-day functioning.

As a board certified Neurofeedback provider, she integrates neurofeedback and brain health coaching into her work when appropriate, offering additional tools aimed at supporting brain regulation alongside talk therapy. These brain health approaches are used in conjunction with cognitive-behavioral methods to tailor care to each person's concerns and goals.

Her therapeutic style is interactive, warm, and accepting, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and seeks to create an environment where people can explore difficult topics at a pace that feels manageable.

Recognizing that reaching out for help can feel challenging, she aims to be a supportive partner in the next steps of a person's journey. When clients are ready to begin, she welcomes the opportunity to work with them toward clearer thinking, greater coping skills, and improved well-being.

CBT and Brain-Based Support in Online Therapy

Kristen (Elliott) Hepler uses cognitive-behavioral therapy, a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges because it focuses on developing skills and strategies that can be practiced between sessions.

She also incorporates brain health interventions, including neurofeedback and brain health coaching, which aim to support regulation and overall brain functioning alongside therapeutic work. These approaches can complement talk-based therapy for clients who are interested in additional, brain-focused tools to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. She works with clients to explore which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access support from home or other convenient locations.