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Donald (Don) Heffington, LPC
Oklahoma
Oklahoma LPC - anxiety and addictions
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- Skill building focused
- Values based work
About Donald
Donald (Don) Heffington is an Oklahoma Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, trouble sleeping, parenting struggles, and mood-related issues. Don also focuses on chronic pain, illness, obsessions and compulsions, process addictions, and seasonal affective disorder.
He begins by asking what a person wants to change and what matters most to them. He listens for strengths and practical barriers. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, then trying different ways of responding. Therapy is goal-oriented and action-focused rather than vague or open-ended.
Don draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered methods, and mindfulness approaches. He combines these tools to help people practice new skills between sessions. Work may include behavioral experiments, values clarification, emotion regulation skills, and mindfulness practice.
He also supervises new counselors and consults with other professionals in the field. That background informs a structured approach to sessions and a practical focus on measurable change. Don explains options clearly and checks in about what is working.
People who want straightforward, structured help with patterns that keep repeating may find his style fits. He encourages clear goals, regular practice, and small steps that can be built into everyday life.
How Don uses structured approaches and online sessions
Donald commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy when working with people online. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. ACT emphasizes clarifying personal values and committing to actions that fit those values even when uncomfortable feelings remain.Client-centered work and mindfulness practices are also part of his toolkit. These approaches involve listening to what matters to the person and practicing present-moment awareness to notice reactions before acting. Together these methods help address anxiety, mood problems, compulsive behaviors, and coping with chronic pain or life changes.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Don will talk with the person about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust based on what helps. He checks progress and focuses on practical skills that can be practiced between sessions.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discuss preferred session length and setup during the intake so arrangements match everyday life demands.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address most often?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, sleep problems, parenting issues, and mood disorders including bipolar and SAD.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test new ways of responding. Sessions often include practical exercises and behavioral experiments to try between meetings.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has 20 years of counseling experience working in Oklahoma and also supervises and consults with other counselors during their licensure process.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Oklahoma and practices with that credential in that state.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about formats?
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. The site’s booking button leads to a short questionnaire and scheduling steps.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; check the booking flow for specific pricing details.
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