Brenda Gillespie, LPC — Therapist in Temple, Texas

Hi there, I'm Brenda!

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with teens and adults navigating grief, anxiety, and life’s tougher seasons, and I create a space where people can talk openly and feel genuinely understood. My style is practical, collaborative, and sprinkled with humor so therapy feels comfortable and human, not intimidating.

My focus

I work with teens and adults facing grief, anxiety, or big life changes who want a calm, comfortable space to sort things out. I offer practical tools, mindfulness, and CBT‑based support, adapting each session to their needs so they can make steady, meaningful progress.

My approach

My approach is warm, collaborative, and comfortable. I use CBT, mindfulness, solution‑focused and person‑centered therapy, with creative tools when helpful. I adapt each session to what you need that day and help you build steady, meaningful progress at your pace.

My communication style

I communicate with warmth, honesty, and a calm, comfortable tone. I listen closely, offer practical feedback, and use gentle humor to make hard conversations feel easier. Clients can expect a supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and able to make real progress.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began as a teacher supporting students, staff, and parents through challenges. I saw how much people needed a calm, caring space to feel understood, which led me to become a therapist. I’m motivated by helping teens and adults find clarity, strength, and steady healing.

My goals for you

I see therapy as a partnership. We set goals together based on what matters most to you, and adjust them as your needs change. I offer practical tools, honest feedback, and steady support to help you stay motivated and make meaningful progress at your pace.

Our first session

In our first session, I focus on getting to know you and creating a space that feels safe, warm, and easy to settle into. I listen closely, ask gentle questions, and help you share at your own pace so you feel understood and supported from the start.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Sandplay

+ 7 more

Focus populations

Cancer

Educators

Single Mother

Body Positivity

Gay

Lesbian

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Preteens
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Arlo
Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 26 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health from Midwestern State University and a Masters of Education (MED) in Special Education (Diagnostician) from Midwestern State University.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Brenda Gillespie