Aaron Duckworth

Support for anxiety, addiction, and intrusive thoughts

LCSW Oklahoma

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Aaron

Aaron Duckworth is an LCSW practicing in Oklahoma who focuses on helping people navigate anxiety, addiction, trauma, and related difficulties. He brings ten years of clinical experience supporting clients with obsessive thoughts, relapse prevention, mood concerns, and stress-related problems.

Background and approach

Aaron emphasizes collaboration and respects each person's priorities when defining therapeutic goals. He uses practical, evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment strategies, and mindfulness practices to address intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and emotional dysregulation.

Motivational interviewing and solution-focused work also play a role in his sessions, particularly when clients are considering change or weighing options. Aaron keeps a deliberately small caseload to allow focused attention and to build a strong working relationship that centers on clients' self-determined goals.

Approach-Driven Online Care with Cognitive and Acceptance Tools

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, obsessive thinking, and mood difficulties; it often includes practical strategies and skill practice to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing internal experiences, clarifying personal values, and taking committed action despite difficult thoughts or feelings, which can be helpful for clients working through persistent worries or avoidance. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonreactive observation of thoughts and sensations, supporting emotional regulation and a calmer relationship to intrusive thoughts.

Determining the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Aaron collaborates with clients to weigh goals, preferences, and response to different strategies, adapting methods such as CBT, ACT, or mindfulness-based tools so treatment fits each person's needs. The process is framed as a team effort to find practical, sustainable ways to move forward.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and allows therapy to fit into varied routines. These formats support consistent contact, make it easier to access care from home or work, and allow different communication styles to be used when practicing new skills and tracking progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Aaron address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship issues, grief, eating concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes, along with several related focus areas.

What is his general therapeutic style?

The approach centers on building an alliance and honoring client self-determination, using collaborative problem solving and nonjudgmental support to help clients manage current struggles.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has ten years of experience working in clinical settings with people facing addiction, co-occurring disorders, trauma, mood concerns, OCD, impulse control issues, and self-harm behaviors.

What are his credentials and where is he licensed?

He holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in the state of Oklahoma with license OK LCSW 5033.

Does he offer services in languages other than English?

Services are provided in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How is pricing handled for sessions?

Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

CodependencyDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma

Languages

English