Lisa Hughes

Lisa Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland who focuses on supporting women and other adults through stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and life transitions. She blends straightforward listening with practical tools to help people regain balance and move toward goals. Her tone in sessions is warm and nonjudgmental, and she aims to create space for clients to name what matters to them and take small steps forward.

Lisa brings seven years in her current counseling role and many more years of experience in mental health work overall. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University after earlier study in psychology, and she draws on that background to help people make changes in daily life. Sessions often focus on coping skills, clarifying values, and experimenting with new behaviors that feel doable.

Her approach combines listening-focused, client-centered work with mindfulness practices and solution-focused strategies. Motivational interviewing is used when people want support finding internal motivation to make changes like shifting career direction or improving relationships. These methods are practical and aimed at small, achievable steps.

Lisa pays attention to cultural background and the personal meaning of life choices. She often helps people dealing with grief, compassion fatigue, workplace stress, and questions about life purpose. She also supports people navigating relationship issues such as communication problems, jealousy, and abandonment concerns.

Clients who choose her can expect collaborative goal-setting and regular check-ins about progress. To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule according to therapist availability.

How Lisa’s Approaches Translate to Online Support

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters most to the person. The therapist follows the client's lead, asks open questions, and helps clarify goals and values in a straightforward way. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple practices to notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away, which can help with anxiety, stress, and mood concerns.

Motivational interviewing is a collaborative method for people who want help moving toward change. The therapist helps uncover personal reasons for change and supports small, realistic steps. Together, the client and therapist decide which approaches to try and adjust them over time to fit goals and daily life.

For practical details about online work, please confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find video helpful for face-to-face conversation, while others prefer audio-only sessions when bandwidth or attention needs vary. The therapist will discuss which option suits the client's needs and routines during the initial planning conversation.