Vernon Wiggins, LPC, LMHC
Direct, integrative counseling with clarity
- Straightforward and supportive
- Integrative therapy approach
- Values access to care
About Vernon Wiggins
Vernon Wiggins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who brings more than 20 years of experience across mental health and education. He has supported people from many backgrounds and has worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anger management, autism, sexual identity, relationship challenges, and parenting stress, among others.
His approach is direct and focused. Vernon prioritizes building a strong working relationship while also helping clients clearly identify what is happening and what they want to change. He tends to be straightforward when discussing patterns, barriers, and practical next steps, keeping sessions grounded in the issues that matter most to the client.
Vernon draws from multiple therapy traditions, including cognitive, behavioral, humanistic, and psychoanalytic perspectives, and considers himself an integrative therapist overall. He also holds core values around confidentiality and access to counseling, believing therapy can be helpful at different points in anyone’s life. Vernon aims to offer a nonjudgmental space where clients can be themselves and pursue their goals without fear of criticism or persecution.
His approach is direct and focused. Vernon prioritizes building a strong working relationship while also helping clients clearly identify what is happening and what they want to change. He tends to be straightforward when discussing patterns, barriers, and practical next steps, keeping sessions grounded in the issues that matter most to the client.
Vernon draws from multiple therapy traditions, including cognitive, behavioral, humanistic, and psychoanalytic perspectives, and considers himself an integrative therapist overall. He also holds core values around confidentiality and access to counseling, believing therapy can be helpful at different points in anyone’s life. Vernon aims to offer a nonjudgmental space where clients can be themselves and pursue their goals without fear of criticism or persecution.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vernon Wiggins have?
Vernon Wiggins has 11 years of experience.
Is Vernon Wiggins a licensed therapist?
Yes. Vernon Wiggins is licensed as an LPC and an LMHC. License information: TX LPC 79828 and WA LMHC LH61560733.
In which languages does Vernon Wiggins provide therapy?
Vernon Wiggins provides therapy in English.
Where is Vernon Wiggins located?
Vernon Wiggins is located in Texas.
How can I work with Vernon Wiggins as my therapist?
You can work with Vernon Wiggins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vernon Wiggins work with international clients?
No. Vernon Wiggins does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vernon Wiggins 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 quick and 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.
Integrative Online Therapy With Clear, Practical Direction
Vernon Wiggins uses an integrative style that can draw from several evidence-informed approaches, depending on what a client needs most. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive working relationship where clients feel heard and respected, which can be especially helpful when someone is sorting through identity, relationship strain, or major life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It can be useful for concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, and anger by helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice more workable responses. Mindfulness Therapy adds skills for staying present and steady when emotions run high, supporting coping during grief, overwhelm, or ongoing stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Vernon collaborates with clients to clarify goals, identify what is getting in the way, and choose strategies that fit the client’s preferences and pace, while keeping the process direct and focused on what matters most.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This can make it easier to get support in a format that fits day-to-day life, with options that can work around schedules, energy levels, and comfort with different communication styles.