Donald (Don) Heffington, LPC - Therapist in Oklahoma

Donald (Don) Heffington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma with 20 years of experience.

01About Donald

Donald (Don) Heffington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma with 20 years of experience. He helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burned out and who want practical ways to change patterns that no longer work. Don listens for what matters to each person and focuses on clear, manageable steps toward better day-to-day functioning.

Don draws on common-sense approaches like cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness to help reduce anxiety and lift mood.

Background and approach

He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people reconnect with their values. Sessions are aimed at making small changes that add up, not at complicated theory or jargon. He has worked with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues.

He also supports people dealing with chronic pain, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive patterns, process addictions, and seasonal mood shifts. Don pays attention to how symptoms affect daily routines like sleep, parenting, work, and close relationships. In the therapy room he combines client-centered listening with skills training.

That might mean learning strategies to manage strong emotions, practicing mindfulness exercises, or shaping habits that support better sleep and self-care. He helps people set realistic goals and track progress over time. Don’s background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Tulsa, a master’s degree from Northeastern State University, and licensure as an LPC.

He also supervises new counselors and consults with other clinicians, bringing a practical perspective to clinical work.

02Credentials

LPC (Oklahoma): License LPC3103 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1982734505 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

Everything Donald lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Anger management
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Methods Donald names

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04Online support

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small actions that match those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings show up. It can help with anxiety, depression, and patterns that keep people feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress by teaching practical tools to change unhelpful thinking and build new coping habits. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, sleep problems, and compulsive patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness exercises to reduce reactivity and improve stress management; it is helpful for emotional regulation, chronic pain, and improving daily routines.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Then he will suggest an approach and adjust it as needed so the plan fits the client’s life and priorities in a collaborative way.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people read facial cues and practice skills in real time. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in works best. Text, live chat, and messaging allow shorter exchanges, written reflections, and follow-up between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to try different formats to see what helps most.

05Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with issues like stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, grief, trauma and intimacy-related concerns, plus sleep and self-esteem struggles.

What is his overall therapy style?

The approach is practical and down-to-earth, mixing client-centered listening with skills teaching such as cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness exercises.

How much experience does he bring?

He has 20 years of counseling experience and also provides supervision and consultation to other counselors.

Is he licensed and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in Oklahoma.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging options for therapy.

How are sessions paid for?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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