Meet Your Therapist

Welcome, I'm so glad you're here.
My name is Kimberly Patlan, and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I created Serene Heart Therapy as a space where clients can feel safe, seen, and supported as they move through life’s challenges.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on your heart, identify patterns that no longer serve you, and help you reconnect with your inner calm and clarity. Healing doesn’t mean rushing — it means feeling supported while finding your own pace forward.

At Serene Heart Therapy, I offer a space rooted in compassion, authenticity, and deep listening. My approach begins with a strong foundation in Person-Centered Therapy — which means I see you as the expert of your own experience, and I believe healing happens through a trusting, nonjudgmental relationship. You’ll be met with empathy, respect, and presence in every session.

While our work is grounded in connection, I also incorporate practical, skills-based support from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you manage emotional overwhelm, build healthier relationships, and stay grounded in the present moment. Together, we’ll focus both on understanding the deeper roots of your pain and giving you tools to navigate life more effectively.

Whether you're feeling disconnected from yourself, stuck in patterns that are no longer working, or overwhelmed by emotion — you don’t have to face it alone. Healing is possible, and it begins with a space where you can show up just as you are.

Credential & Background:

  • Licensed in Texas (License #84054)

  • Master's degree in Counseling

  • Graduated from Texas A&M International University

  • 6 years of practice

  • Experience in private clinics, residential care, and crisis intervention

Specialties:

At Serene Heart Therapy, I work with individuals who are seeking clarity, healing, and personal growth. Below are some of the key areas I specialize in. If you don’t see your experience listed, feel free to reach out — you’re still welcome here.

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • Personality Disorders

  • Grief & Loss

Expertise:

  • Person-Centered Therapy

  • Play Therapy

  • Sand Tray Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Trauma-Focused CBT

  • Somatic Practices