Karen Vaughn holds a master's of education degree in counseling from the University of Missouri St. Louis. She is licensed in the state of Missouri as a professional counselor. She has been a professional counselor for over 15 years and has held positions in social service agencies, management and private practice. She has worked with BJC EAP since 2005. Karen is a certified FDIC Money Smart Trainer and holds an outstanding community leadership award. Her areas of interest and expertise include financial management, workplace issues, relationship issues and childhood traumas. Karen is married and has a daughter, a son and a dog. Her hobbies consist of watching her daughter play sports and spending time with friends.