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Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC

Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
513 E. Jackson Ave, Suite 312, Harlingen, TX 78550
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (956) 230-8880
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
I am a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who utilizes theoretical, scientific, and clinical knowledge for diagnosing mental illnesses, interpreting data, and facilitating treatment planning, including prescribing medication when needed. I use evidence-based practice using a holistic approach to provide healing, wellness, and recovery through innovative, person-centered, and individualized care. The therapeutic services I offer provide a warm, non-biased, and nurturing environment for individuals and families to achieve optimal mental health. MIND-BODY-SOUL
I strive to ensure a planning process that maximizes and maintains each patient's mental, physical, psycho-social, spiritual and functional status at an optimal level. As a female provider, I focus on women's life span health from adolescents to post-partum and into menopause.
Having personally struggled with post-partum depression and anxiety, I can empathize with my patients. I truly care about my patients and want to make a positive difference in their lives. I carry no shame with my personal struggles and am here to help you get through yours. This is what sets me apart. We are in this together!
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes now - (956) 230-8880

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for appointments in-person and online.

Fig Tree Behavioral Wellness

513 E. Jackson Ave

Suite 312

Harlingen, TX 78550 map

(956) 230-8880
Virtual visits available! Visit www.figtreebehavioral.com to schedule an appointment or call us today.
I specialize in Medication Management, Depression and Anxiety 
Initial Session Fee $300, Standard Visit $125, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (956) 230-8880
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for appointments in-person and online.

Fig Tree Behavioral Wellness

513 E. Jackson Ave

Suite 312

Harlingen, TX 78550 map

(956) 230-8880
Virtual visits available! Visit www.figtreebehavioral.com to schedule an appointment or call us today.
I specialize in Medication Management, Depression and Anxiety 
Initial Session Fee $300, Standard Visit $125, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Initial Session Fee $300
  • Standard Visit $125

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (956) 230-8880
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (956) 230-8880

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Texas / AP137316 Velma Vega-Hughes
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Chatham University Pittsburgh , DNP, Graduated 2021
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Texas / AP137316
  • Certificate from American Nurses Credentialing Center 2017033572 / 2018
  • Certificate from American Academy of Clinical Psychiatrists 2019
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (956) 230-8880
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (956) 230-8880

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Medication Management
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychosis
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (956) 230-8880
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (956) 230-8880

5 Endorsements

Wronetta Charles
Wronetta Charles
Psychiatric NurseAPRNFNP-BCPMHNP-B
Compassionate mental health nurse practitioner committed to meeting the individual needs of her clients.
Krystal Klein
Krystal Klein
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPCLCDC
Dr. Vega-Hughes has been a great provider for my clients and each of them have praised her compassion and understanding of their needs.
Dr. Gerardo Castillo
Dr. Gerardo Castillo
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPAPRNPMHNP
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes endorses a model of quality over quantity when it comes to taking care of people with mental health disorders. She is passionate about treating and advocating for people with mental health disorders.
Jessica Hope Murph
Jessica Hope Murph
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT-SMS
Velma is the only professional in the RGV area I recommend to my clients for assessments and medication regimens. My clients and I have all benefited from our referrals; I can relax knowing that my clients are in good hands and my clients feel heard.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Supportive Therapy
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (956) 230-8880
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (956) 230-8880

Location

Primary Location

Fig Tree Behavioral Wellness

513 E. Jackson Ave

Suite 312

Harlingen, TX 78550

(956) 230-8880
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Virtual visits available! Visit www.figtreebehavioral.com to schedule an appointment or call us today.
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (956) 230-8880
"
Virtual visits available! Visit www.figtreebehavioral.com to schedule an appointment or call us today.
Photo of Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Dr. Velma Vega-Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP-, BC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (956) 230-8880