Tara Hughes
Counsellor, RN, BScN, CCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (825) 445-3143
With 17 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 have the most experience with mood disorders, but I see clients with many other concerns. I use mostly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from a trauma-informed, emotion focused approach.
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 $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Alberta / 11249967 Tara Hughes
- In Practice for 17 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
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety
- Geriatric and Seniors
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Dementia
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Hoarding
- Life Transitions
- Personality Disorders
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused