Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan, LCPC

Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan brings more than 18 years of experience as a counselor, supervisor, and counselor educator to her clinical work. She holds a masters degree and a PhD in Counseling and Counselor Education and practices as an LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Her training as a counselor educator keeps her current with evidence-informed practices and supports a thoughtful, reflective approach to therapy.

Initially drawn to supporting young adults navigating the college years, Dr. McCaughan expanded her focus to work with people across the lifespan, offering care for issues such as anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and family challenges, and career transitions. Her style combines gentle support with clear, direct feedback to help clients recognize and change unhelpful patterns and reach meaningful goals. She honors each client as the expert on their own life and partners with them to build authentic, satisfying ways of living that align with personal values.

In addition to clinical practice, Dr. McCaughan teaches counseling and remains active in training future counselors, which informs her clinical methods and keeps her skills current. She works with clients in Illinois and Idaho and also resides and teaches in the Pacific Northwest region of Washington State. Dr. McCaughan welcomes the opportunity to explore collaborative work that supports growth, coping, and life change.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Therapy

Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan integrates several proven approaches to support clients in online settings. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns influence emotions and behavior; it can be especially helpful for relationship difficulties, intimacy-related issues, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance where the client leads the pace and goals of therapy; this approach supports self-exploration, self esteem, and work on life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with addictive patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. McCaughan collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as work progresses to ensure a good fit.

Online therapy with Dr. McCaughan is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow clients to receive consistent professional support while fitting therapy into busy schedules, managing geographic constraints, and maintaining continuity of care during life transitions.