Debra Vaughan is a licensed professional counselor with 11 years of experience.
01About Debra
Debra Vaughan is a licensed professional counselor with 11 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life changes. She also supports concerns like addictions, ADHD, self-esteem, grief, and relationship or intimacy-related issues.
Her style is straightforward and centered on the person in front of her. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps that fit daily life. She uses evidence-based tools alongside conversations that let people tell their story.
Background and approach
Debra draws from client-centered work to create a respectful, listening space. She blends cognitive behavioral strategies to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical behavior ideas are used when strong emotions and regulation skills are central to the problem.
Narrative and solution-focused elements help people reframe hard experiences and identify small, achievable changes. She aims to balance short-term steps with attention to long-standing patterns that keep problems repeating. Clients can expect a calm, goal-oriented approach that keeps self-love and momentum in view.
Debra works with each person to set priorities and build skills for everyday life. Her practice is based in Oklahoma, and she offers sessions in English and to international clients.
02Credentials
- LPC (Oklahoma)
- License 5888 · expires June 2026
- NPI
- 1326485541 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Debra lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Self-love
Methods Debra names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Debra names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Client-centered therapy places the person and their goals at the center of each session. The therapist listens without judgment and follows the client's pace, which helps people feel heard and decide what to work on next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, identifies patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaches practical tools to change them, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying strategies, tracking what helps, and adjusting plans so the work stays relevant and effective.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that helps progress. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a break. Live chat and text work well for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or when someone prefers writing through thoughts. These options help people access care around work, family, or travel commitments and keep momentum between appointments.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting stress, career strain, and related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical, focusing on listening, setting clear goals, and applying skills that people can use between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 11 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns across the lifespan, including trauma, mood disorders, addictive behaviors, and behavior challenges.
What credentials and location information are listed?
She holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential - LPC - and practices from Oklahoma.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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