Scotty Hixson, LPC

Scotty Hixson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma who brings 15 years of experience across outpatient, inpatient acute care, and residential settings. He is a father of three boys, has been married for 19 years, and often shares life with several dogs. Outside of work he enjoys movies, music, art, podcasts, video games, disc golf, and other hobbies he likes to explore.

Scotty approaches therapy with a practical, down-to-earth style. He compares the work of therapy to going to the gym - at first it can feel awkward and difficult, but with persistence people typically gain skills that make daily life easier to manage. He frames therapy as a process of identifying and unlearning destructive beliefs and patterns while building coping skills and emotional intelligence to increase control over one’s life.

He emphasizes a comfortable, honest atmosphere where people can be themselves without fear of judgment. Scotty uses straightforward, often humorous communication and does not aim to make people feel worse about their past. Instead he helps clients repurpose difficult experiences into motivation for healthier choices and greater self-acceptance. His clinical philosophy encourages rational, flexible thinking and balanced perspectives to improve stress management, self-esteem, and relationships.

Scotty practices client-centered care that lets each person steer the work. He takes small, realistic steps toward goals at a pace that fits the individual, encouraging challenges without pushing clients beyond what they can handle. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2010, a Master’s degree in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma in 2015, and became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2020.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Scotty frequently blends client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques to meet individual needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client directs the goals and pace of work - this approach helps people build confidence and work through relationship, parenting, and self-esteem concerns. CBT is a practical method that examines thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete coping skills and problem-solving strategies. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and awareness practices that can help manage emotional reactivity and improve day-to-day coping with trauma, grief, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Scotty works with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort level, adjusting the plan as progress is made. He encourages realistic steps and supports clients as they try new ways of thinking and behaving.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to get help from home or while traveling. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from a distance.