Kim McKinnie
LPC
she/her
Brighter Pathways Counseling
Accepting new clients
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Licensed states
OklahomaTexas
At a glance
Services Provided
Individual Therapy
Ages Served
Adults (18+)
Older Adults (65+)
Young Adults (18-25)
Older Adults (65+)
Young Adults (18-25)
Languages Spoken
English
About this provider
Clients I Work With
Do you feel stuck in a role that no longer fits or uncertain about what comes next? You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but something feels off. On the outside you look like you're keeping it all together, but inside, you know something needs to change. The pressure keeps building & no matter how much you try to push through, the stress & uncertainty linger. Whether you’re navigating leadership pressure, career change, retirement, or the challenges that come with later life, transitions can unsettle your sense of identity and direction. I can help you gain clarity, reduce stress & find a path that aligns with who you are.
✅ Executive & Leadership Support - balance high level responsibilities with personal wellbeing
✅ Work Stress Therapy -manage burnout
✅ Career Transitions - navigate work changes
✅ Later-Life Transitions -Find clarity through retirement & life’s changing seasons
Approach
I can guide you toward a life built with purpose, balance, & fulfillment. Work with me is collaborative, straightforward, & focused on what comes next for you. I'll listen with empathy, understand your challenges, & help you discover your strengths. Together, we’ll build a path that matches who you are & where you want to go. Our conversations will be meaningful, with real talk, encouragement, & maybe even a few laughs because work & life don’t have to feel heavy all the time. You deserve a sense of purpose and peace, not constant stress or uncertainty.
Taking this step is a powerful choice. It’s not admitting defeat, it’s recognizing that something needs to change. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your career, carrying the weight of leadership, or navigating a later-life transition, you’re ready to take control. That’s where transformation begins.
Beliefs & Lived Experience
You're drained - physically, mentally, emotionally. Stuck in a career that no longer fits, unsure of your next move, and exhausted from holding it all together. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I help people navigate career and later-life transitions with clarity and confidence. Whether you're feeling lost, unfulfilled, or just ready for a change, I provide a safe space to explore your options, uncover your strengths, and take meaningful steps forward.
Time with me is an trusted space to be unapologetically you. You can speak your mind unfiltered or simply sit with your emotions and gather your thoughts. However you want to navigate your journey, I’m here for it.
The right therapist makes all the difference. Let’s see if we’re a good fit. Schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a career and life that truly align with you. Learn more at www.brighterpathwaystx.com
More About My Practice
Imagine a world where your career & the new roles you carry truly fit you. You don’t carry the weight of work home with you or spend your evenings mentally prepping for tomorrow. Instead, you’re able to leave work behind & have the energy to enjoy your family! Tonight it’s dinner at the table, real plates, & maybe even a Hallmark-movie moment of catching up on everyone’s day. Helping with homework? Not draining. Taking kids to practice? Doable. Listening to your partner’s work stress? You’re in a place to be supportive, not overwhelmed.
Perhaps your settling into a slower more intentional routine in retirement & your days have rhythm and purpose. By nightfall, instead of feeling like life's on constant repeat, you’re winding down with a book, laughing at TikToks, or enjoying a new series. You feel lighter knowing no matter what stage of life you are in, you are living it on your terms.
Specialties & approaches
Specialties
AgingAnxietyBurnoutCareer CounselingDepressionDivorceGriefLife TransitionsPerfectionismRelationship IssuesSelf Esteem
Therapy approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)MindfulnessSolution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Fees & insurance
Session Fees
$125
$125