Devyna Aguon , LICSW

Devyna Aguon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Washington with 14 years of experience supporting young people and their families. She provides mental and behavioral health counseling to youth and young adults who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, or the effects of traumatic experiences. Much of her work has taken place in school settings, where she has helped children and teens with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Devyna approaches care from a trauma-informed and holistic perspective, believing that people do the best they can with the skills they currently have. When life introduces unexpected challenges, she helps clients build new coping skills and practical strategies to reduce distress and move toward their goals. Treatment is collaborative: she works with each person to identify goals for counseling and then supports steps to reach them.

Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Collaborative Problem Solving, applied with sensitivity to each person’s context and history. As a member of the BIPOC community, she emphasizes culturally competent, affirming practices and creates a supportive space for diverse backgrounds. Devyna’s style is relaxed and adaptable, honoring the client as the expert of their own story and recognizing the courage it takes to begin therapy.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Devyna integrates Trauma-Focused Therapy to address the effects of traumatic events, helping clients process difficult memories and reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life. She uses Trauma-Focused approaches to support healing from abuse, loss, or other traumatic experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is employed to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is practical for managing anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete skills for coping and problem solving. Motivational Interviewing is used to explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, which can be especially helpful for addictions, behavior change, and building readiness for new coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Devyna works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts her style to match what will be most helpful. This collaborative exploration helps shape a tailored plan that aligns with the client’s priorities.

Online therapy with Devyna is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options allow clients to connect from home or other locations, accommodate busy schedules, and support consistent care even when in-person visits are not possible. Licensed professionals and therapists can effectively deliver these approaches in remote formats, helping clients make meaningful progress on their goals.