Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan, LCPC
Experienced counselor, educator, and LCPC
- Attachment focused practice
- Relational and trauma expertise
- PhD in counseling
About Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan
Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan holds a Masters and a PhD in Counseling and Counselor Education and brings more than 18 years of professional experience as a counselor, supervisor, and counselor educator. As an LCPC, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, she combines clinical training and academic knowledge to support clients across a range of life stages.
Her initial interest in counseling began with helping young adults navigate transitions during the college years, and her practice quickly expanded to include people at all points of the lifespan. She aims to help individuals craft lives that feel authentic and satisfying, working collaboratively to set meaningful goals and identify concrete steps toward them. Dr. McCaughan views each person as the expert on their own life and serves as a thoughtful sounding board while offering gentle but direct guidance to spot ineffective patterns and habits.
She has clinical experience addressing addiction, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship and identity concerns, grief and loss, career and lifestyle goals, and related challenges. Her counseling style is attentive to clients' personal values and intentionally integrates those values into therapeutic work. In addition to clinical practice, she teaches full time in counseling, which helps her remain current with best practices and resources that inform her work with clients. Dr. McCaughan resides and teaches in the Pacific Northwest region of Washington State and also works with clients in Illinois and Idaho.
She looks forward to the opportunity to support people seeking increased satisfaction and success in their lives.
Her initial interest in counseling began with helping young adults navigate transitions during the college years, and her practice quickly expanded to include people at all points of the lifespan. She aims to help individuals craft lives that feel authentic and satisfying, working collaboratively to set meaningful goals and identify concrete steps toward them. Dr. McCaughan views each person as the expert on their own life and serves as a thoughtful sounding board while offering gentle but direct guidance to spot ineffective patterns and habits.
She has clinical experience addressing addiction, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship and identity concerns, grief and loss, career and lifestyle goals, and related challenges. Her counseling style is attentive to clients' personal values and intentionally integrates those values into therapeutic work. In addition to clinical practice, she teaches full time in counseling, which helps her remain current with best practices and resources that inform her work with clients. Dr. McCaughan resides and teaches in the Pacific Northwest region of Washington State and also works with clients in Illinois and Idaho.
She looks forward to the opportunity to support people seeking increased satisfaction and success in their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan have?
Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan has 18 years of experience in counseling, supervision, and counselor education.
Is Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details: IL LCPC 180009735.
In which languages does Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan located?
She is located in Illinois and also works with clients in Idaho while residing and teaching in Washington State.
How can I work with Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan work with international clients?
Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan cost?
The cost of therapy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Integrating Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches in Online Care
Dr. McCaughan draws on attachment-based therapy to help clients understand how early connections and relationship patterns affect current feelings and interactions. This approach can be especially helpful for people working through intimacy, abandonment, or connection-related concerns.She also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients can explore their values and goals at their own pace. That approach supports work on identity, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another tool in her practice, focusing on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. CBT provides practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and unhelpful habits.
Deciding on the right combination of methods is a collaborative process. Dr. McCaughan works with each person to identify goals and preferences, then tailors an approach that fits their needs and comfort level rather than prescribing a single method from the outset.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it possible to engage in this work with flexibility. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals from different locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care during life changes or travel.
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