Brittany Vaughn , LCSW

Brittany Vaughn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and a wide range of life challenges. She approaches therapy with practical goal-setting and step-by-step strategies to reduce the day-to-day impact of symptoms, while also addressing longer-term effects when life events have been traumatic. Brittany works collaboratively with clients to identify priorities and develop realistic plans for coping and growth.

Brittany is a Southern Illinois native who earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Southern Illinois University in December 2012 and a Master of Social Work in May 2014. Early in her career she provided care for adolescents experiencing severe trauma in a residential setting, then moved into school-based work in Williamson County delivering therapeutic support to students with diverse disorders and behavioral challenges. She has also provided outpatient therapy to children, adolescents, and adults for several years.

Known for a compassionate, client-focused style, Brittany blends evidence-based techniques with an understanding of each person’s unique story. She is committed to helping clients improve quality of life, build resilience, and find practical ways to navigate relationships, parenting, work stress, and major life transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Brittany frequently uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's priorities guide the work. This approach helps people explore personal values, build confidence, and find their own solutions for issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions.

She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that examines how thoughts and behaviors influence emotions. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete skills for changing unhelpful patterns and developing coping strategies.

Brittany may incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when emotional regulation, impulsivity, or intense interpersonal stress are present. DBT offers tools for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and reducing reactive behaviors.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Brittany works with each client to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, then tailors techniques and pacing so therapy feels like a good fit.

Online therapy with Brittany is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase accessibility and convenience. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access consistent support from licensed professionals without the need to travel.