Ricky Vaughn, MS, LPC-S

I've dedicated my practice to helping the LGBTQIA+ community live authentically. My work centers on healing the deep wounds caused by shame, rejection, and religious trauma, while affirming the inherent worth and strength within each person. I believe therapy is a collaborative process—a journey where we walk alongside one another as you reclaim your voice, reimagine your relationships, and rediscover your most authentic self. I also have extensive experience supporting the HIV community and working with couples to navigate relational changes and explore consensual non-monogamy. Using an integrative, evidence-based approach that includes modalities like EMDR and CBT, my goal is to meet you where you are and create a tailored path to healing and growth.

Ricky Vaughn, MS, LPC-S

Therapist

He/Him

Licensed Professional Counselor

For more than 25 years, I have dedicated my career to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community in navigating the complexities of living authentically in a world that often places external barriers in their path. My work centers on healing the wounds caused by shame, rejection, and religious trauma, while affirming the inherent worth and strength within each individual.

I have also served the HIV community for over two decades, providing comprehensive care that addresses mental, sexual, and medical health needs. My commitment to holistic well-being has made me a trusted advocate and guide for individuals and couples alike. I specialize in working with queer couples navigating relational changes and exploring consensual non-monogamy, helping them build resilience, intimacy, and communication.

In my practice, I work with clients experiencing trauma, depression, and anxiety. I believe that every person is the expert of their own life and that therapy should be a collaborative process of uncovering what is already within. My integrative approach to therapy is tailored to the unique needs of each client, blending Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other evidence-based modalities.

At the heart of my work is a simple but powerful philosophy: to walk alongside my clients as they reclaim their voices, reimagine their relationships, and rediscover their authentic selves.

Qualifications

Years in Practice:

12 Years

License:

Texas / LPC #80145

Degree:

Master of Science in Counseling

University:

Lubbock Christian University

Year Graduated:

2017

Specialities

  • HIV/AIDS
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Infidelity
  • LPC-Associate Supervision
  • Non-Monogamy/Polyamory/Kink
  • Stress
  • PTSD & Trauma
  • Clinical Supervision

Types of Therapy

  • Relational Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based
  • EMDR
  • Rational Emotive Behavioral (REBT)

Client Focus

  • LGBTQIA+ Allied & Affirming
  • Racial Justice Allied
  • Sex Positive
  • Sex Worker Allied
  • Adults (18+)
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Non-Binary Allied
  • Couples
  • Non-Monogamy Allied
  • Kink Allied

Rates

Individual Therapy

Individual Intake (60 mins)

$175

Individual Session (55 mins)

$150

Cost may be lower with insurance
Extended EMDR Sessions

Individual Session (90 mins)

$225

Individual Session (120 mins)

$300

Private/Cash Pay Only
Clinical Supervision Services for LPC-Associates

Individual Supervision (60 min)

$150

Group Supervision (90 mins)

$50

Pay By

American Express, Discover, FSA, HSA, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance Plans

Aetna
Ascension (Smart Health)
Cigna/Evernorth
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare/Optum

Out-of-network for all other plans including Medicare and Magellan Behavioral Health (BCBS Marketplace Texas). If you would like to use your out-of network benefits, we can can provide you with a Superbill for each session for reimbursement if your insurance plan allows it.

I am available Online only

   

In-Person appointments in Denton, TX coming soon!

 

207 W. Hickory St.
Suite 203
Denton, TX 76201

Ready to Talk?

Ready to talk? Speak with a Therapride staff member to start your journey to wellness.

Let's Talk