Valerie Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC (she, they)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64116
Let's Connect (312) 626-0680
Do you feel as though you lack confidence in your ability to express yourself in relationships? Are you having a hard time finding affirmation and support for your needs or desires? Maybe you feel inauthentic in your roles or relationships and uncertain in your ability to change these uncomfortable aspects of your life. The therapeutic relationship can provide an affirming space for you to build confidence in yourself. It can be a place to explore your needs and wants and develop strategies to align yourself with them.
I am a relational therapist who seeks to develop a collaborative, affirming connection with each of my clients. I work to understand the intersecting identities of each individual and to develop a growth-fostering relationship from which you may grow to other connections that hold security and joy.
I work with individuals and relationships on challenges associated with relationships, anxiety, depression, and sexuality. I welcome individuals from LGBTQIA+, CNM/Polyam, kink, and fetish communities and take an affirming stance when working with folks who do sex work. I often work with people who have histories of traumatic experiences.
Call or Email Valerie Hughes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 626-0680
Let's Connect (312) 626-0680
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (312) 626-0680
Valerie Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2021004952 Valerie Hughes
- Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2018
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance Use
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- CNM/Polyamory
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Kink and Fetish
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Women's Issues
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 626-0680
Valerie Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC