Brittany Vaughn, LCSW
LCSW therapist specializing in trauma and anxiety
- Trauma-informed care
- School and outpatient experience
- Flexible online sessions
About Brittany Vaughn
Brittany Vaughn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Southern Illinois native who brings 12 years of clinical experience to her practice. She helps clients identify goals for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and the effects of traumatic events, and works collaboratively to develop practical steps that reduce how these symptoms affect daily life. Processing trauma - whether recent or long-standing - is a central focus, and she supports clients in moving forward at a pace that feels right for them.
Vaughn completed her Bachelor of Social Work at SIU in December 2012 and went on to earn her Master of Social Work in May 2014. Early in her career she provided residential therapy for adolescents coping with severe trauma, then offered school-based services in Williamson County to students experiencing a range of disorders, including behavior disturbances. More recently she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in outpatient settings for multiple years, developing experience across family, relationship, parenting, and identity-related concerns.
Her clinical interests include stress, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, depression, LGBT issues, and a broad set of behavioral and life challenges such as ADHD, bipolar conditions, and coping with life changes. As an LCSW she combines evidence-informed approaches with a client-centered stance, and she aims to help people discover how therapy may improve their overall quality of life.
Vaughn completed her Bachelor of Social Work at SIU in December 2012 and went on to earn her Master of Social Work in May 2014. Early in her career she provided residential therapy for adolescents coping with severe trauma, then offered school-based services in Williamson County to students experiencing a range of disorders, including behavior disturbances. More recently she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in outpatient settings for multiple years, developing experience across family, relationship, parenting, and identity-related concerns.
Her clinical interests include stress, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, depression, LGBT issues, and a broad set of behavioral and life challenges such as ADHD, bipolar conditions, and coping with life changes. As an LCSW she combines evidence-informed approaches with a client-centered stance, and she aims to help people discover how therapy may improve their overall quality of life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
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 an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her Illinois license is IL LCSW 149.021018.
In which languages does Brittany Vaughn provide therapy?
She provides therapy 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?
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, 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and strengths, giving space for clients to lead sessions while the therapist offers empathy and support; it is useful for people seeking a collaborative, nonjudgmental setting to explore personal concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical, skill-based strategies; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and adjustment to life changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it a helpful option for those managing intense emotions, relationship challenges, or impulsivity.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each client to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists evaluate progress together with clients to adjust direction as needed.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access consistent support from home or other locations. These options allow sessions to fit around work, family, and daily responsibilities while maintaining a steady course of care.