Meet Kris Hernandez, LCSW (she/her)

Founder of Olive Branch Mental Health

Hi, I’m Kris. I’m a licensed therapist with nearly 15 years of experience—and a deep passion for helping women heal, grow, and reconnect with their worth. My path here hasn’t been linear. It’s been shaped by real-life challenges, growth, and a desire to create something meaningful. That journey led me to found Olive Branch Mental Health: a space rooted in compassion, authenticity, and transformation.

I specialize in supporting women—especially moms—who are ready to process their story, understand how it’s shaped them, and start living the life they’ve always deserved. As my private practice grew, so did my drive to reach women beyond the therapy room. That passion now extends into public speaking, workshops, keynotes, and most recently, a newsletter for moms.

A few things to know about me:

• I’m not a “smile and nod” therapist. We’ll get real, dig deep, and do the hard work together. And yes, there will be space for laughter, tears, swearing (if that’s your thing), and everything in between.

• I’m a proud single mom to a spirited 7-year-old who keeps me grounded, honest, and constantly reaching for snacks.

• I mentor and supervise new social workers because I believe in lifting others as I grow.

• I’m a die-hard Chicago Blackhawks fan!

• I’m a trauma survivor, and that lived experience shapes the way I show up: with empathy, honesty, and zero judgment.

• I’m a lifelong learner, always growing—both professionally and personally.

If you’re ready to reconnect with yourself, reclaim your worth, and step into the next chapter of your healing, I’d be honored to walk beside you.

If you want, I can also create a more playful, scroll-stopping version for the top of your “About Me” page that instantly hooks moms while keeping your personality and credibility intact. Do you want me to do that