Aaron Duckworth , LCSW

Aaron Duckworth graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2010 and practices as a licensed therapist in Oklahoma. He holds an LCSW, a state license that indicates training and authorization to provide clinical social work and psychotherapy, and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor/Mental Health (LADC/MH) credential, which reflects specialized training in substance use treatment and related mental health concerns.

Aaron has worked extensively with people facing addiction and co-occurring disorders, relapse prevention, veteran-related challenges, trauma, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, impulse control concerns, self-esteem struggles, and self-harm. He is particularly passionate about helping clients who contend with anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thoughts, and he brings that focus into assessments and treatment planning.

His therapeutic style centers on building a collaborative alliance, supporting clients as they define their own goals, and avoiding judgment while promoting self-determination. He draws on solution-focused methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness practices to tailor care to each person. By maintaining a deliberately small caseload, Aaron aims to give each client thoughtful attention and practical support as they work toward change.

Matching approaches to online therapeutic care

Aaron uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - this approach is useful for anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and patterns that interfere with daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavioral habits, offering practical strategies for depression, anxiety, OCD, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction techniques that can reduce reactivity and support recovery from trauma, addiction, and emotional pain.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Aaron works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, try methods, and adjust strategies so treatment aligns with the client’s goals, preferences, and progress.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - Aaron provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can access care in ways that fit their schedule and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain consistent work on goals, attend appointments from home or other locations, and use a mix of real-time and ongoing messaging to reinforce therapeutic learning.