Cindy Hackwell, LMHP

Cindy Hackwell is a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) based in Nebraska who helps people facing stress, grief, and changes after major medical events. She focuses on practical support for common concerns like anxiety, depression, caregiver strain, and life transitions. Cindy uses straightforward, compassionate care to help people find clearer next steps.

She has three years listed in the current context and previously practiced for many years in medical settings. That background includes work with people across the age span who were coping with illness and recovery. Cindy also has experience in crisis intervention and time working in domestic violence and inpatient psychiatric environments.

In sessions she relies on approaches that center the person and their goals. Client-Centered Therapy guides conversations so the person’s priorities lead the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and change thought and behavior patterns that worsen mood and anxiety.

Mindfulness strategies and Motivational Interviewing are also part of her toolbox to help people manage stress and find motivation for change. These tools are used in practical ways, such as rehearsing coping skills, setting small goals, and practicing grounding exercises.

People seeking help with caregiving stress, aging and geriatric issues, cancer-related concerns, postpartum mood changes, or relationship and communication struggles may find this approach helpful. Cindy aims to make sessions approachable and goal-focused to help people move forward.

How Cindy’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's priorities and values, helping conversations stay focused on what matters most. This approach helps when adjusting to illness, caregiving roles, or life changes by centering the person’s goals and choices.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and actions affect mood and behavior. CBT offers practical exercises - like tracking thought patterns and testing small behavior changes - that can be practiced between sessions and discussed online.

Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and manage overwhelming feelings. These brief exercises can be taught during sessions and used daily as coping tools.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying a few methods and adjusting based on what helps most.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when schedules are tight. Discussing which session length and rhythm works best is a simple first step when scheduling.