Our Therapists
Lake Travis Counseling Connection offers two levels of counseling services.
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC Associate)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Associates have completed their masters’ degrees and are working towards full licensure. The State of Texas requires graduates log 3000 hours before they can operate independently, regardless of prior counseling experience, training, or in-service hours they may have obtained under other licensures. The associates practicing at Lake Travis Counseling Connection each have additional training and work histories that complement their graduate degrees.
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Jan C. Shope, MA, LPC-S
Clinical Supervisor/Owner of Lake Travis Counseling Connection
I have been a practicing therapist for over 20 years and have been in private practice in Lakeway for the last 11 years. I obtained my master's degree from Texas State University. My areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, couples dealing with conflict, separation, divorce, and parenting issues. I specialize in individuals, couples, and family psychotherapy.
I am a practical, interactive, solution-focused and client-centered therapist. My treatment approach is collaborative in nature and aimed at providing support and sometimes practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. I incorporate a blend of conventional and creative approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, and considering each person’s unique personality and style, I aim to help them explore and build on their strengths, embracing their authenticity, to achieve their life goals. I genuinely feel honored to “walk” with my clients as they bravely face difficult areas of their lives and relationships.
I became a licensed Supervisor as a way of giving back. I wanted to be able to offer postgraduate LPC-Associates in Texas a setting that allowed me to be hands-on with them. This small private practice gives them the space to hone their unique skills, and allows them to see first hand the ins and outs of private practice from both a therapeutic and small business perspective.
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Allyson Lane, M.S., LPC
Seeking relief, healing, clarity, or connection is what most often sends clients looking for a therapist. And for good reason—these are needs that make it hard to function and thrive when they’re not being met. My goal is to create a collaborative, supportive environment where together we can attend to these needs without distraction or judgment and can build skills to help fill those needs in the future.
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Positive and productive time as a counseling client myself, as well as diverse family, life, and work experiences inform my approach. I am often guided by principles of Solution-Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapies, but ultimately for me, I am most focused on building a therapist-client relationship based on trust and authenticity.
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I received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, and a Master of Science in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University. I live in the Lake Travis area with my husband and two children.
Grace Turner, M.S.,
LPC Associate
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Life often consists of choices, questions, decisions, challenges, progress, and achievement. While it would be ideal to travel through life without the need of any assistance, sometimes the complexity we find ourselves facing can be challenging in an emotional, physical, and/or mental sense. My goal is to assist you in your journey of life, whether that be to uncover unknown strengths, work through hardships, make steps towards short-term or long-term goals, or to simply understand yourself and the world around you. I aim to develop a safe, supportive, and comfortable space in which a collaborative relationship can be formed.
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My style of therapy includes humanistic and existential theories in a person-centered setting. This means I believe that every human has the freedom and responsibility to control their lives and make the choices necessary to discover their authentic selves. Being present, empathetic, and open-minded when engaging with my clients is of high importance. I also use cognitive-behavioral modalities. Understanding your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in both a past and present sense is beneficial in working towards your future self. Always remember that you are the expert of your mind, in both therapy and life.
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I received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Criminology from Heidelberg University in Tiffin, Ohio and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Millersville University in Millersville, Pennsylvania. I am supervised by Jan C. Shope, M.A., LPC-S.
Brandi Brevard, M.E.,
LPC Practicum Student
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I’m passionate about walking alongside individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and grow into their most authentic selves. With over two decades of experience in education and leadership, I bring a deep understanding of human development, resilience, and the power of supportive relationships into my counseling practice.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's degree in Educational Administration, and I am currently completing my graduate studies in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My background includes more than 20 years in public, private, and charter school systems, with 13 years as a classroom teacher and 10 years in leadership and instructional support roles. These experiences have shaped my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds, especially children, adolescents, educators, and families.
I believe that each person is the expert of their own life. My role is to provide a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Person-Centered approaches. These frameworks allow me to tailor sessions to meet each client's unique needs, whether we’re working to manage anxiety, process grief, build healthy relationships, or overcome life transitions.
In our work together, I focus on developing practical strategies, building insight, and setting collaborative goals. Whether you’re reaching out for the first time or returning to therapy, I’m honored you’re here, and I look forward to supporting you in your journey.