Matthew Vaughn , LPC

Matthew Vaughn has worked in the mental health field since 2001, bringing experience from psychiatric hospitals and private practice settings to help adolescents, young adults, and adults navigate difficult life transitions. He combines a strong theoretical background with a down-to-earth, often humorous style that aims to make the growth and change process both manageable and, at times, enjoyable.

His graduate program was founded by Abraham Maslow and emphasized humanistic and transpersonal psychology, and his education has continued well beyond formal training. He is a Certified IMAGO relationship therapist and holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Much of his clinical experience came from psychiatric and addiction hospitals, where he worked with individuals facing severe psychiatric and substance use challenges, and he has extensive experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy in private practice.

Areas of focus include emerging adulthood, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, spirituality, addiction, finding meaning in life, and dream interpretation. While his theoretical base aligns with the person-centered approach of Carl Rogers, he takes an eclectic approach that incorporates cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, focusing, relational, and spiritual methods to tailor care to each person's needs.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Matthew integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and Imago relationship work into his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and creating a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where clients lead the pace of change - this approach can be helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) uses practical techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress management. Imago Relationship Therapy is a structured couples approach that helps partners understand recurring conflicts and build stronger emotional connection through guided dialogue.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Matthew works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they explore techniques and adapt the work as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and easier access to care regardless of schedule or location. These options allow continued engagement in therapy while accommodating busy lives, travel, or distance from in-person services.