Mental Health Practice – Essential Wellness
Essential Wellness is a mental health practice located at 115 Kohlers Xing, Suite 330, Kyle, TX 78640. The practice offers psychotherapy services with a stated emphasis on non-judgmental healing and restoration for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 9 PM. The practice can be reached by phone at 830-318-3358 or by email at EssentialWellnessKyle@gmail.com. Appointment requests, FAQ information, and details on rates and insurance are available through the practice website. Client intake forms can also be accessed online.
The clinical team includes eight providers across licensed counseling, social work, and nursing disciplines: Amelia Owen, LPC; Staci McAdams, LCSW-S (Supervisor); Megan Gillespie, LCSW-S; Christina Taylor, LPC, PLLC; Bonnie Hernandez, LCSW; Stephanie Cutler Pinson, LCSW; Anthony Benoit, RN APRN-CNP; and Crysta McHenry, LMSW. The presence of a nurse practitioner (APRN-CNP) on the team indicates that medication evaluation services may be available in addition to talk therapy and counseling.
Services and modalities offered include individual therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness-based therapy, counseling for new mothers, trauma-focused counseling, and treatment for what the practice describes as “Failure to Launch” Syndrome, which addresses young adults experiencing difficulty with independence and self-direction. Telehealth services are also available, extending the practice’s reach beyond the Kyle, Texas area to clients throughout the region.
The practice addresses stress, overwhelming emotions, anxiety, depression, and challenges associated with significant life changes. Counseling for new mothers is listed as a distinct service, reflecting specialized attention to postpartum and maternal mental health concerns alongside the broader clinical offerings available to the general adult population. Sessions are described as tailored to each individual, with an emphasis on identifying root causes and developing long-lasting coping strategies suited to the client’s circumstances. The combination of in-person and telehealth options gives clients in the Kyle and greater Austin area flexibility in how they access care.