Hilary Hughes, LCSW

Hilary Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, school-related concerns, OCD, ADHD, and trauma, drawing on a broad background working with individuals and families across those areas. Hilary emphasizes meeting each person where they are, listening closely to understand their perspective and the specific obstacles they face. Her approach is interactive and collaborative, blending empathy, respect, and warmth while maintaining a nonjudgmental stance. She works with clients on issues such as stress, grief, self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, and life transitions, and also offers coaching for goals like improving coping skills and finding life purpose. Hilary acknowledges the courage involved in seeking help and aims to create a supportive space for exploration and growth. She provides options for connecting through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules. Hilary welcomes the opportunity to partner with clients as they work toward greater well-being and clearer direction in their lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with a Licensed LCSW

Hilary frequently uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on understanding each person's experience without judgment and prioritizes empathy and collaboration - this approach can be helpful for issues like self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-based method that helps people identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - CBT can assist with anxiety, depression, panic symptoms, and patterns such as obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Hilary works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as the work unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to what will be most effective for each person.

Online therapy sessions are offered by licensed professionals in flexible formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage transportation or caregiving constraints, and maintain continuity during life changes. These options support ongoing access to therapy in a way that aligns with each client's daily routine and comfort level.