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Kelly Brast, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kelly. View 50 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Kelly is so thoughtful and detail oriented. She is a approachable, a friend but most importantly my therapist who has helped me tremendously!

Reviewed March 2024

She has helped me so much and in so many ways. Not enough words to describe it.

Reviewed April 2023

More about Kelly

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am the owner and lead therapist at Kelly's Counseling Services. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling from Sam Houston State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Houston. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider, and Certified Anger Resolution Therapist. I have over 30 years experience working in the Mental Health field with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, sexual abuse, physical abuse, major mental/physical illnesses, grief, life changes, family issues, peer problems, and abandonment issues with a specialization in Sexual Issues and Anger Management. I have worked with many facets of my field to include Foster Care, County Probation/Parole, Residential Treatment Centers, State Hospitals, State Schools, MHMR Authorities, Private Schools, and Private Practices. I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Psychotherapy to facilitate the growth and development of each client. I have dedicated my life to the betterment of all people regardless of race, religion, gender, age, or sexual orientation without judgement and am a Cancer Survivor who understands how easily life can change.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Anger management Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Sexual assault and abuse

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Kelly Brast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487885935.

  • LPC · Texas · 19609 · Expires December 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Kelly Brast

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

Overall rating:

5.0

50 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Amazing Recommend Wonderful Supportive The best Understanding Guidance Helping

Kelly is so thoughtful and detail oriented. She is a approachable, a friend but most importantly my therapist who has helped me tremendously!

Reviewed March 2024

She has helped me so much and in so many ways. Not enough words to describe it.

Reviewed April 2023

Kelly is absolutely my go to person and has helped me through many tough seasons in my life. She is a wonderful listener and helps me process all of my thoughts and emotions. 10/10 would recommend Kelly to anyone for therapy.

Reviewed January 2023

Kelly has been my therapist for so long I've lost track, but for good reason. She's seen every side of me and helped me work on so many of my problems when I felt like I was a lost cause. She has made herself available every day since the first day I texted her on a weekend and was surprised to get a response back that same day. She has helped me come so far, walked me off so many ledges, and listened to my long winded rants all to help me see the good in me. Highly recommended.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Brast is Awesome!

Reviewed September 2022

I really appreciate you.

Reviewed September 2022

I love kelly and her knowledge.

Reviewed January 2022

Kelly is nothing short of amazing. Not only does she help me by talking through any and all life issues at any given point, she is infinitely supportive through all of it. She provides great insight and perspective, guidance without judgement, and makes it clear that she is lock-step with me the whole way.

Reviewed November 2021

The best therapist I have ever had ! I talk to her about everything and she gets it . I highly recommend Kelly !

Reviewed November 2021

Mrs Brast is the best thing that could have happened to me during this time in my life…

Reviewed November 2021

Kelly makes me feel heard and understood. She is kind and approachable and always encourages me to feel my beer through our work together

Reviewed September 2021

Kelly has been a great help to me in a tough time. She is qualified, prompt, and reliable. She always provides me with perspective and the tools needed to face any challenges in my life.

Reviewed July 2021

Kelly has been an absolute life and sanity saver for me. I'm so incredibly thankful to have her to talk to. I feel heard, supported and not alone for the first time in a long time.

Reviewed July 2021

Best. Experience. EVER. That’s really all that needs to be said!

Reviewed June 2021

Kelly is probably the best therapist I’ve ever had. She’s very kind, great at listening, and great at giving advice. She’s helped me a lot with my intrusive thoughts and even though it’s incremental, I do feel like I’m feeling better as a whole.

Reviewed June 2021

I've been working with Kelly Brast for over a year, but she knew exactly how to address my needs and concerns from day one. She is wonderful at guiding our conversations with a touch of wit and charisma to keep the discussion both enjoyable and productive. I will be forever grateful for the guidance and understanding she has shown me. Thank you for everything.

Reviewed April 2021

Awesome counselor!

Reviewed April 2021

Kelly is wonderful, empowering, a great listener, and super personable. I feel comfortable sharing about myself with her, and I love how she gives me different perspectives to think about to help me make my decisions, while always acknowledging my feelings. Kelly has been hugely positive and supportive and I would definitely recommend her.

Reviewed February 2021

Kelly is such a great counselor she's caring, kind-hearted, and understanding. I would recommend her to anyone who needs help or any life problems. Kelly knows all of the great things to say to her clients it's like she takes her time to understand you and value what you need to know in walk you through the steps. Kelly, you are an amazing person!

Reviewed February 2021

Kelly has helped me through one of the hardest years of my life, and I couldn’t be more thankful. I will continue to come back if I ever have to take a break from betterhelp again simply because she helps so much!

Reviewed January 2021

I really like Dr. Brast. I don’t feel pushed or forced into conversation that I am no good at. I really appreciate her.

Reviewed November 2020

Very personable and gives great scholarly advice.

Reviewed September 2020

Love her!

Reviewed June 2020

Kelly is wonderful. I am so lucky I matched with her. Her experience is a benefit to helping me with my problems. Not only does she respond promptly but she really understands what my needs are and the best way to help me!

Reviewed May 2020

So very thankful. The amount of clarity I’ve received is like lifting the weight of the world off your shoulders.

Reviewed May 2020

Kelly has been wonderful to work with. I think I have made great progress and she has really helped me.

Reviewed May 2020

Kelly is awesome! She has helped me see things in a new perspective and has helped me out so much! I would 10/10 recommend her!!

Reviewed March 2020

Kelly is kind and is able to pivot around any topic that is on my mind which could be a lot because I have wild ADHD.

Reviewed March 2020

It is so nice to have someone listen to my feelings and not judge. Also I appreciate all her suggestions for improving. Thank You Kelly!!

Reviewed January 2020

Kelly has been a real source of comfort and support. I am grateful to have her.

Reviewed December 2019

When I talk to Kelly, I feel like I am talking to a very wise friend.

Reviewed November 2019

Kelly and I clicked right from the start. She has helped me these past few weeks more than I have ever helped myself in 30+ years. She is very knowledgeable and has great techniques for the coping mechanisms I need to develop. I look forward to our long relationship.

Reviewed November 2019

Kelly has been very supportive and gives very actionable advice that has helped me.

Reviewed November 2019

Kelly is super awesome!

Reviewed November 2019

I have only had two live sessions so far with Kelly Brast, and it already feels like I am talking with a wise and trusted friend. She has brought so much more out of me than I dreamed possible prior to this counseling experience. And I have had years of therapy prior to trying BetterHelp. In such a short amount of time on the app, with Kelly, so much has changed for me. She has given me a lot of clarity and understanding and some wonderful guidance and direction. I feel so lucky to have been matched with her!

Reviewed November 2019

I really liked talking to Kelly. She listened and helped me view things from a different perspective that helped a lot for me since I can be one track minded at times.

Reviewed September 2019

Very knowledgeable with tools to help your specific needs.

Reviewed September 2019

I came to Kelly when I was at a really low point in my life. I didn't know what to expect, as one would with any therapist, but Kelly was everything I never knew I wanted in a therapist, and more. She was funny, she was patient, she was kind, and understanding. Even though I never personally met her, she touched my heart, and helped get my life in the right direction. I really and truly appreciate her ability to treat you like a friend you've known all your life. She makes it really easy to open up, and she does a wonderful job with helping you connect the dots in your brain. I would recommend her a million times if I could!

Reviewed September 2019

Kelly is very attentive and supportive. She always responds the same day and encourages me to write whatever and however much I wish to write. She's only the second therapist to ever check up on me when she doesn't hear from me for several days. In my 35 years of seeing several different therapists, that is a rare quality to find. I have gained so much insight from her and with her that I never had previously. Appreciate a good therapist when you find one, they are truly the best!! Thanks BetterHelp.

Reviewed August 2019

Kelly Brast offers real support and listens well to my issues, and helps me think about a variety of ways to resolve them.

Reviewed July 2019

Kelly's amazing, and has really made me see things through a different perspective. Never had this much progress with therapy before.

Reviewed July 2019

Kelly has been amazingly helpful.

Reviewed July 2019

I am so lucky I was matched with Kelly. She has been amazing. I can't believe how quickly she identified my issues and helped me realize what I need to do. She is kind, encouraging, and responds very promptly. I feel like I am able to be honest with her and she doesn't judge me.

Reviewed July 2019

I was skeptical when I joined Betterhelp, but I grew to trust Kelly. She is awesome and supportive.

Reviewed June 2019

Kelly is amazing she listens really well and gives great advice!

Reviewed June 2019

Kelly entered my life during a very stressful time in my life. From day one she was bright, supportive and so insightful. We have made some very good progress in a very short time. She is dedicated to her clients and I believe she really cares.

Reviewed May 2019

Kelly has been a breath of fresh air for me. Being able to talk to someone who is unbiased in my situation has been incredibly uplifting for me. She responds in a timely manner to my messages and is extremely encouraging. She also asks questions in a certain way that makes you think through situations. I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone seeking out counseling services.

Reviewed May 2019

Since speaking with Kelly i have been able to work thorough some long rooted issues. Giving me a little better perspective on what I need to do for myself to move forward with a happier me. And if I didn't reach out for a few days it was nice that she would still check in to make sure I was doing ok.

Reviewed April 2019

Kelly Brast is by far the best therapist I have EVER worked with. How she taps into personality types to be able to talk not like a "therapist" but more of a friend, with knowledge and training. How she is able to balance those aspects in the way she does is impeccable. She is caring but will light JUST enough of a motivational "fire" under your butt to get you going in the right direction. From day one, her ability to get ME to open up shocked even myself. This BetterHelp therapist deserves an award, and I would personally travel TO the ceremony to clap for her amazing skills and ways she is undoubtedly helping many, many people with her skills.

Reviewed April 2019

Kelly is amazing and a great listener. In a short amount of time she has helped me with a lot and understand more about myself. She has supported me in the things I love and motivated me to keep going. Anyone would be very lucky to have her as a counselor.

Reviewed April 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kelly Brast offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kelly Brast 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 Kelly Brast speak?

Kelly Brast speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kelly Brast have?

Kelly Brast has 20 years of experience.

Where is Kelly Brast licensed to practice?

Kelly Brast is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Kelly Brast accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kelly Brast 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kelly Brast offer?

Kelly Brast offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Kelly Brast?

Kelly Brast 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 Kelly Brast?

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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