Kyle, TX


Kyle, TX


900 Veterans Drive, Kyle, TX 78640

Mon - Fri 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Note: This is a request and not a finalized booking.

Tara Hessel, FNP-BC


Tara is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in cardiovascular care, including eight years in preventive cardiology. Over the past four years, she has worked closely with firefighters and first responders across the country, conducting in-depth cardiovascular screenings and advancing heart health awareness. Tara specializes in creating individualized care plans that incorporate dietary strategies, lifestyle changes, inflammation reduction, and hormone optimization to enhance overall well-being and long-term health outcomes.


Tara lives in San Marcos with her husband, Grant. She has three children, Nathan, Kaydan, and Susie. Outside of her professional practice, she enjoys staying active through regular exercise and outdoor activities, and she values quality time with her family. Tara’s commitment to holistic wellness and her compassionate approach reflects her deep dedication to her faith, family, and patients.

Tara Hessel, FNP-BC


Tara is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in cardiovascular care, including eight years in preventive cardiology. Over the past four years, she has worked closely with firefighters and first responders across the country, conducting in-depth cardiovascular screenings and advancing heart health awareness. Tara specializes in creating individualized care plans that incorporate dietary strategies, lifestyle changes, inflammation reduction, and hormone optimization to enhance overall well-being and long-term health outcomes.


Tara lives in San Marcos with her husband, Grant. She has three children, Nathan, Kaydan, and Susie. Outside of her professional practice, she enjoys staying active through regular exercise and outdoor activities, and she values quality time with her family. Tara’s commitment to holistic wellness and her compassionate approach reflects her deep dedication to her faith, family, and patients.

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Cara Grant, MSN, APRN, FNP-C‬


‬Cara Grant is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner at‬‭ Happy Health and Wellness‬‭ in Kyle,‬ Texas. With over 12 years of nursing experience and a rich background in emergency and‬‭ family medicine, she brings both clinical expertise and heartfelt compassion to her work in‬ functional wellness.‬

After earning her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington, Cara‬ transitioned from her role as a Registered Nurse into advanced practice, driven by a passion for‬ discovering the root causes of illness and empowering patients to reclaim their health. She has‬ been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for two years and is deeply committed to helping‬ individuals achieve sustainable wellness—not just treating symptoms.‬

Known for her warm, approachable nature, Cara thrives on building meaningful connections‬ with her patients. She takes the time to truly understand each person's story, tailoring care plans‬ that support optimal health, vitality, and balance.‬ Outside the clinic, Cara is a devoted wife and mother of two, balancing family life with her‬ dedication to helping others live their best lives.‬

Cara Grant, MSN, APRN, FNP-C‬


‬Cara Grant is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner at‬‭ Happy Health and Wellness‬‭ in Kyle,‬ Texas. With over 12 years of nursing experience and a rich background in emergency and‬‭ family medicine, she brings both clinical expertise and heartfelt compassion to her work in‬ functional wellness.‬

After earning her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington, Cara‬ transitioned from her role as a Registered Nurse into advanced practice, driven by a passion for‬ discovering the root causes of illness and empowering patients to reclaim their health. She has‬ been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner for two years and is deeply committed to helping‬ individuals achieve sustainable wellness—not just treating symptoms.‬

Known for her warm, approachable nature, Cara thrives on building meaningful connections‬ with her patients. She takes the time to truly understand each person's story, tailoring care plans‬ that support optimal health, vitality, and balance.‬ Outside the clinic, Cara is a devoted wife and mother of two, balancing family life with her‬ dedication to helping others live their best lives.‬

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Supervising Physicians: Lisa Johnson Kirk, DO, Helen Lim, MD and Mariam Carpenter, MD

900 Veterans Drive, Kyle, TX 78640

Mon - Fri 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Note: This is a request and not a finalized booking.

900 Veterans Drive, Kyle, TX 78640

Mon - Fri 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Note: This is a request and not a finalized booking.