Ana Vaughn, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Ana Vaughn

Focus areas

Alzheimer's Disease

Coping Mechanism Development

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Depression

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Codependency

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Eclectic

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Exposure Response Prevention

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ana Vaughn

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 11 years of experience supporting individuals on their personal journeys toward healing and growth. I am passionate about providing a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered. Together, we will work to build practical tools and strategies to help you navigate life’s challenges and foster meaningful change. My approach I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing on the strengths of Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused techniques, and other evidence-based modalities. This flexibility allows me to tailor our work to your unique needs and goals. Whether you are navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression, our focus will be on reducing distressing symptoms and supporting your overall well-being. My focus I have experience working with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder (BPD). I understand that each individual’s experience is unique, and I tailor treatment to meet your specific needs and goals. My communication style My communication style helps create a calm, relaxed, and welcoming environment where clients feel safe, heard, and supported. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is key to meaningful progress, and I strive to foster a space where you can be your authentic self without judgment. My journey to mental healthcare I have personally faced many challenges throughout my own life, and through my journey — including working with counselors and learning new ways to cope — I discovered that healing, happiness, and joy are possible, even in moments of doubt. These experiences have deepened my empathy and fueled my passion for helping others. I am honored to support individuals on their own personal paths, helping them navigate life’s difficulties and discover their own capacity for resilience, growth, and healing.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1265841142

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Ana Vaughn?

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Is Ana Vaughn accepting new patients?

Ana Vaughn generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Ana Vaughn's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Ana Vaughn work with?

Ana Vaughn works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ana Vaughn?

Ana Vaughn frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ana Vaughn on their profile.