I am a PhD-level Counselor Educator and Supervisor, licensed in Kentucky and Tennessee, with specialized authorization to serve the Fort Campbell Military Installation. My expertise integrates advanced clinical counseling with performance psychology, leadership development, and systemic health and wellness. Currently, I provide the clinical oversight for a municipal first responder Behavioral Health and Wellness Program, bridging the gap between high-level administration and frontline care.
I specialize in the treatment of complex trauma using the gold-standard protocols for high-stakes populations: EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). My practice is built on the principle of immediate relief through long-term resolution. While I utilize evidence-based coping skills for stabilization, my primary objective is to identify and resolve the root issues driving your distress. I do not settle for symptom management; I aim for psychological restoration.

High-stakes trauma resolution requires a clinician who can command the room with both humor and hard truths. I provide an authentic, ‘no-nonsense’ environment where we cut through the noise to focus on results. You can expect a partnership defined by unconditional professional support and an aggressive commitment to your goals. I will challenge you to execute the difficult work because your restoration is the priority.

Counseling requires a deep level of trust and that is why I think it is as important for me as a therapist to be authentically myself in the same way I ask you to be. You will work with a person who keeps it real, has a sense of humor, and is truly passionate about helping.  I will unconditionally accept and support you while challenging you to do things that are hard because your goals and success are important to me.

– Dr. Aimee Vaughn, LPCC-S