- CBT based methods
- Trauma-informed work
- Motivational interviewing
About Steven
Steven Vaughan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 22 years of experience. He works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career confusion, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
He frames his work around an insight-oriented cognitive behavioral approach. That means he helps people notice patterns of thought and behavior, and then practice different ways of responding. He also uses techniques drawn from psychodynamic, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused approaches when those fit a person's needs.
Sessions are conversational and practical. He aims to identify mental and emotional barriers and try concrete steps for change. Progress often involves learning new skills, adjusting routines, and looking at past patterns that still affect day-to-day life.
Steven has worked in multiple clinical settings and in private practice. He has supervised new counselors, which informs how he organizes sessions and structures feedback. That background supports work on complicated or long-standing concerns as well as more immediate problems.
People seeking help with identity questions, relationship struggles, managing mood or anxiety, or the stress of early adult transitions may find his style direct and action-oriented. He also works with issues related to caregiving, family of origin, and forgiveness when those come up in sessions.
How his approaches translate to online work
Steven commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try concrete behavior changes; this can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleeping problems, and ADHD-related routines. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people clarify their own goals and find motivation for change, often helpful when facing addictions or major life transitions.He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that come from early relationships and that keep recurring now. That approach can help when problems are longstanding or when someone wants to understand how past experiences shape present reactions. Choosing which approach to use is collaborative - the therapist will work with the client to decide what fits their goals, needs, and preferences, and can adjust methods as work proceeds.
Session logistics should be checked before booking since formats are not listed here. Confirm available online options during the sign-up flow. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so sessions can be scheduled around study, work, or caregiving commitments.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleeping and parenting concerns, career questions, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses an insight-oriented cognitive behavioral style combined with elements of psychodynamic, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused work depending on needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of experience working in multiple facilities and in private practice and has supervised new counselors.
What are his credentials and where does he practise?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - and practices in Texas.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients; check the booking flow for any location-specific details.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current online session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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