Dr. Hurey Hughes, LCSW

Dr. Hurey Hughes is a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience. He is licensed in North Carolina and Virginia and helps people facing depression, anxiety, relationship strain, and LGBT-related concerns. He also supports people dealing with career stress, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.

He aims to make therapy a straightforward, judgment-free space. Sessions focus on clear conversation about what is happening now and practical steps to feel more in control. The tone is direct and compassionate, with attention to the specific problems each person brings.

Dr. Hughes uses approaches that encourage skill building and clearer decision-making. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotional coping skills. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is unsure about change or needs support finding motivation.

People come for short-term goals like improving sleep or managing panic, and for longer work on trauma, life transitions, or ongoing mood concerns. The sessions aim to combine practical tools with real listening so clients can try small changes between meetings.

He works in plain language and invites questions about how therapy will go. If someone wants to start, they can complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

How these approaches shape online therapy

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It often involves short, structured exercises and homework to practice new ways of thinking between sessions. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, and specific problem areas like sleep or panic.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It tends to be skills-based and practical, useful when emotions feel overwhelming or relationships are strained.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way of talking that helps people find their own reasons to change. It works well when someone feels unsure or stuck about taking steps forward.

Choosing an approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then suggest methods that seem likely to fit. Plans can be adjusted as therapy progresses to match what is working.

Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit more easily into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in on difficult days, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can often tailor pacing and homework to fit everyday life.