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Brittany Vaughn, LCSW

Illinois LCSW focused on trauma recovery
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Children to adults
  • Solution-focused approaches

About Brittany Vaughn

Brittany Vaughn is an Illinois-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of clinical experience. A Southern Illinois native, she attended SIU and completed a Bachelor of Social Work in December 2012. After taking a semester away from school she pursued graduate study and earned a Master of Social Work in May 2014.

After finishing her education she worked as a therapist with adolescents experiencing extreme trauma in a residential setting. She then provided therapy within Williamson County public schools, supporting students with a variety of disorders including behavior disturbances. For the past three years she has worked in outpatient settings with children, adolescents, and adults.

She emphasizes helping people identify treatment goals and build practical steps to reduce the day-to-day impact of anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms. Therapy is a professional passion for her, and she aims to help clients move forward from difficult life events and improve overall quality of life. She is currently accepting clients in Illinois.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Brittany Vaughn have?

Brittany Vaughn has 12 years of experience.

Is Brittany Vaughn a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: IL LCSW 149.021018.

In which languages does Brittany Vaughn provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Brittany Vaughn located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Brittany Vaughn as my therapist?

You can work with Brittany Vaughn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Brittany Vaughn work with international clients?

Brittany Vaughn does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Brittany Vaughn cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Sessions Be the Right Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can genuinely help. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - research indicates that online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to fit regular support into a busy life.

Licensed professionals offer a range of approaches and clients may change therapists if they need a different fit. For those weighing options, online therapy can offer accessible, practical ways to work on common mental health and life concerns with a trained therapist.

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