Debra Vaughan , LPC

Debra Vaughan is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma with 11 years of clinical experience supporting individuals and families. She has worked across the lifespan with children who have experienced trauma and abuse, adolescents and adults facing addictive behaviors, and people managing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD. Her background includes partnering with families and individuals to identify behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs and to develop practical strategies for change.

Debra offers care that centers on collaboration and respect, helping clients explore their goals and build coping skills for stress, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. She also works with issues related to intimacy, parenting, career concerns, and compassion fatigue, and provides support for LGBT clients. As an LPC - a licensed professional counselor - she brings a combination of training and hands-on experience to guide treatment planning and therapeutic work, adapting her approach to each person’s unique situation.

Approaches Used in Online Therapy with Debra Vaughan

Debra uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach emphasizes active listening and empathy to help people explore their values, build self-awareness, and strengthen their sense of self, which can be especially useful for concerns like self-esteem, relationship issues, and life changes.

She also incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a skills-based method that helps identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning by teaching practical coping strategies and problem-solving skills.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Debra works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning allows adjustments over time so treatment stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Debra is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access support from home or while traveling, maintain continuity of care, and fit therapy into busy lives with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to each client.