Tara Hughes
RN, BScN, MACP (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
10012 79 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB T6E
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With years of nursing experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals with their emotional well-being. I have a deep understanding of how physical health can impact emotional health. Life’s challenges can heighten distress, and I aim to help people navigate these difficulties by enhancing their coping skills, fostering self-compassion, and building on their strengths. If someone feels lost within themselves, we can work together to rediscover their path and restore their sense of direction.
My therapy approach is centered on my clients' goals, providing a safe supportive environment for them to work through their concerns without judgment.
I genuinely care about my clients and what is happening in their lives. I hope my clients feel heard, validated, and emotionally held during our sessions. I hope my clients experience a warm, inviting, and safe space to share their experiences.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Alberta Blue Cross
Tara Hughes
RN, BScN, MACP
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Alberta / CRNA 99134 Tara Hughes
- In Practice for 16 years
- Attended Yorkville University, Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2024
- Degree/Diploma from University of Alberta Bachelor of Science in Nursing / 2013
- Degree/Diploma from MacEwan University Psychiatric Nursing Diploma / 2008
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Tara Hughes
RN, BScN, MACP
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Geriatric and Seniors
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Antisocial Personality
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Dementia
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
Tara Hughes
RN, BScN, MACP
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Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Tara Hughes
RN, BScN, MACP
Email me with questions.
Location
Tara Hughes
RN, BScN, MACP