About

Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan holds a Masters and a PhD in Counseling and Counselor Education and brings over 18 years of experience as a counselor, supervisor, and counselor educator. She began her clinical work focused on young adults navigating the college years and soon expanded her practice to support people across all stages of life.

She helps clients pursue satisfying, authentic, and genuine lives by supporting goal-setting and practical change. Dr. McCaughan views each person as the foremost expert on their own experience and serves as a thoughtful sounding board while offering a gentle but direct approach to identifying unhelpful behaviors and habits.

Her clinical experience includes work with addiction, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress, relationship and identity concerns, career and lifestyle goals, grief, depression, and a range of other challenges. She is committed to a counseling style that respects each person’s values and intentionally integrates those values into the therapeutic process.

Dr. McCaughan lives and teaches in the Pacific Northwest (Washington State) and also works with clients in Illinois and Idaho. She is licensed to practice as a clinical professional counselor in both Illinois and Idaho. In addition to her clinical work, she is a full-time professor of counseling, which helps her remain current with counseling best practices and continuously expand the knowledge that informs her work with clients.

She welcomes the opportunity to work with prospective clients and support them in reaching their goals.

Location:
Illinois, United States
Years Experience:
18
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Attachment issues, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, LGBT, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Parenting, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sexual trauma, Social anxiety and phobia, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IL LCPC 180009735, ID LCPC 8861670
  • NPI Number: 1629211842
  • License: LCPC (Illinois) #180009735 exp 2027-03-31 • LCPC (Idaho) #8861670 exp 2026-01-25

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether working with a therapist online can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person care.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect in the format that best fits their schedule and comfort level, choosing video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability can make it much easier to maintain consistent therapeutic work amid busy lives.

All therapists involved are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists at any time if they are seeking a different fit. Online therapy can be a practical option for many people looking to address common mental health and life concerns while accommodating their daily responsibilities.

How much experience does Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan have?

Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan has 18 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan a licensed therapist?

Yes, Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan is licensed in Illinois (LCPC 180009735) and Idaho (LCPC 8861670).

In which languages does Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan provide therapy?

Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan located?

Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Dr. Ann Maureen McCaughan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.