Matt Vaughn,MA,LPC,LMHC, CIRT

I have been  in the psychology field ,  offering  individual, family and group psychotherapy as well as coaching since 2001. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, young adults, & adults . My style is grounded in person-centered therapy but is also informed by CBT, psychodynamic, & transpersonal approaches. I approach psychotherapy in very down to earth manner, despite my theoretical grounding. I  like to use humor because I truly believe: "if you're laughing, you're learning." I have no doubt that I will be able to help you through your current struggles & I look forward to working with you.

East Carolina University, USA 
Bachelor of Arts  in Psychology  * 2000
University of West Georgia, USA 
Masters of Arts  in Psychology  * 2003
Licensed Professional Counselor    in Georgia, USA  & North Carolina, USA
Certified IMAGO Relationship Therapist

Background and Experience  
  Significant  portion  of my professional experience  has been psychiatric and addiction hospitals.  Within these environments, I have worked with individuals and families struggling with a range of psychiatric and addiction issues.
I also have extensive experience practicing with individual, couples, and family therapy in my private practice,   particularly   with young people who are often viewed as 'different' than their peers.    I also work    with helping clients overcome issues surrounding creativity,   spiritual/transpersonal concerns, and   intensive dreamwork. 
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Online Practice  
I have provided online therapeutic services throughout my entire career and I switched to an entirely online practice in 2017.   I notably have experience with cross-cultural issues, expat adaptation, homesickness and intercultural mobility, which telehealth (online and phone) is uniquely suited to address.     Overall,   I believe that providing therapy online is the future of mental health services and I am a  firm believer in its efficacy.