Therapist profile
Steven Vaughan, LPC
Texas
LPC in Texas - anger and mood concerns
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Texas / 60315
- NPI1962624122
- Experience22 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationTexas
About
- CBT based methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Trauma informed work
About Steven
Steven Vaughan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 22 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, sleep problems, and related life changes.
He draws on a mix of insight-oriented and cognitive behavioral work to help people notice patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer understanding. He also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to set achievable goals and keep progress moving.
In practice he aims to help people reduce unhelpful reactions and make changes that fit real life. That might mean learning new ways to respond when anger rises, adjusting routines to sleep better, or breaking larger problems into smaller, manageable tasks. He also brings psychodynamic and trauma-focused perspectives when past experiences are relevant to present difficulties.
Steven has worked across clinical settings and in private practice, and he supervises newer counselors. That supervisory role gives him extra experience thinking about how therapy works for different people and how to adapt approaches when something isn’t helping.
He offers straightforward, down-to-earth sessions that emphasize clear goals and practical steps. Prospective clients who want to begin are asked to use the site process to match and schedule an initial appointment.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions function
Steven commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and actions and practicing new behaviors to change mood and reactions. Motivational Interviewing helps clarify what matters most to you and builds motivation to take small, manageable steps toward change.He also brings psychodynamic ideas when past patterns seem linked to current problems. That perspective looks at recurring relationship patterns and how earlier experiences shape responses today. Together these approaches aim to blend clearer self-understanding with concrete actions you can try between sessions. Deciding which mix to use is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with you to figure out what fits your goals and preferences and adjust as you go.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm whether video, phone, or in-person appointments are available before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Talk with the therapist about what will fit your day-to-day life and the practical arrangements that make regular sessions sustainable.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with adults who struggle with snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and difficulty managing emotional reactions.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses an insight-oriented cognitive behavioral approach with practical steps, plus motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to set goals and track progress.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of counseling experience and has worked in multiple clinical settings as well as private practice.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC in Texas and practices with that credential in the state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border details before booking.
Which session formats does he offer?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current online or in-person options before scheduling.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; exact fees depend on your situation.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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