Scotty Hixson , LPC

Scotty Hixson is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Oklahoma who brings a direct, relatable approach to mental health work. He lives in the Southwestern United States, is a father of three boys, has been married for 19 years, and is fond of dogs, movies, music, art, podcasts, video games, and disc golf. These personal interests inform a down-to-earth style that makes room for humor alongside serious therapeutic work.

Scotty frames therapy as practical skill building - a process of identifying and unlearning destructive thoughts and habits while developing coping skills and emotional awareness. He compares early progress to the first days at the gym - awkward and uncomfortable at first, but steadily improving with consistent effort. He encourages authenticity in sessions, inviting clients to be themselves without performative restraint. He does not judge, and he supports using honest, straightforward conversation to repurpose past experiences into motivation for change.

Scotty emphasizes thinking in balanced, flexible ways and teaches clients to evaluate what is productive versus what is destructive. He practices client-centered therapy, allowing clients to lead topics while recommending realistic, incremental steps toward goals. His background spans 15 years in outpatient, inpatient acute care, and residential settings. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2010 and a Master of Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma in 2015, and he became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in 2020, a state credential for practicing counseling.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Scotty uses a mix of client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices to meet each person where they are. Client-centered Therapy focuses on the client’s priorities and pace - the therapist follows the client's lead, offering empathy and support while helping set achievable goals. This approach suits people who need a respectful, collaborative space to explore personal concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test alternative, more balanced thoughts. CBT is practical and skills-focused, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of thoughts and emotions, which can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation in situations like trauma responses, grief, or chronic stress.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work. Scotty collaborates with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made. Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care across locations. These options support consistent, practical progress without sacrificing accessibility.