Janet Hughes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker , MD

Licensed

Online Counseling

(56 reviews)

LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW Janet Hughes

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Janet Hughes is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW Years in Practice: 21 State: Maryland

My name is Janet L. Hughes. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work in July 2001. I went to the University of Florida for undergrad studies. I would first like to acknowledge the courage it takes to identify a need for change. I would be honored to assist in your seeking and healing process. You are the expert in your life and we will work together collaboratively to focus on the issues requiring action or attention. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have a licence in DC, Maryland and Virginia. I have worked with people suffering from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and Trauma for over 20 years. I am also certified in addiction.

I feel confident that we can develop a working relationship that facilitates personal growth and empowerment. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, CBT and mindfulness techniques.

In my individual sessions, I offer empathy, transparency and support. I am here, awaiting your contact to begin your journey to a better you.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Issues: Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD
Languages Spoken: English

Services offered

Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Reviews for Janet Hughes

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10 out of 10

finding a great therapist can be a transformative experience, offering support and guidance through life's challenges. Janet is honest and objective, she spends time focusing on an approach and communication that works!

Janet is a very involved therapist and understands just what I need to work on. She checks in regularly and the communication is great.

I had my first session a little over a week ago and it went great…. Looking forward to future sessions

I would highly recommend Janet. She was very professional, I felt heard and somehow she made it very easy to open up. Her insights were very accurate and I applied the advice immediately . Thank you so much, Janet

I started sessions with Janet in a time of extreme crisis. Her manner is caring, personable and calming. She has helped me tremendously so far and I can't thank her enough!

Janet Hughes is wonderful, she listens and provides constrictive feedback that really helps.

I love Janet! I can’t say enough great things about her. She has changed my life for the better!

Ms Janet is an awesome therapist who listens and provides awesome guidance/recommendations!

janet has helped me immensely with my trauma that most therapists ive tried before werent even able to sit through just to listen. she knows when to give support and also when to give me space and also knows when to push me to open up. she helps remind me how far i’ve gotten, and that i deserve the things i didnt know i deserved and is a great example of a safe space. in short she is strong enough to be there for someone with a serious history in trauma and is giving me confidence in myself and is giving me sight that i could actually trust people in the future

I have seen many different mental health practitioners over the years, but Janet’s ability to cut through the noise and get down to the root of my issues is unparalleled- she has helped me develop skills that all me to better function in my life

Janet is very understanding and easy to talk to. She has helped me recognize things that I didn’t think about before.

A seasoned Therapist, who is able to simplify the most complex situation, offers techniques that yield results

Janet is great ! Although she is therapist it’s feels more like a friend giving me advance advice ! Her timing and listening skills are top notch

Janet is amazing! She is so intuitive and quickly figured out what my needs were! She’s straightforward and gives me the tools I need to move forward. I highly recommend her!

I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Janet during my healing journey. I was my lowest lows when I started therapy. I tried it before and was not sure it would work but Janet made it clear that we were a good match. She is very emotionally intelligent and detailed oriented. I am working on my self esteem and anxiety issues. I can honestly say I am in a better position now than I was 3 months ago. I learned how to manage my emotions and anxiety. I can’t say I’ve perfected it but I am much better. I hope I can work with Janet again. She truly is the best

Great therapist

Janet is an amazing therapist. She listens to me and helps me with remembering to take care of me.

She's the best. Understanding, kind, patient and always willing to explore more than the surface level of any situation, life circumstance and experience.

She is knowledgeable and kind

Insightful and earnest. Caring and funny.

Janet has changed my life. She’s professional and has a beautiful soul. I can’t say enough great things about her as a therapist and individual—she’s provided me with so much.

Janet has been an amazing therapist since day one. I have come a long way with her listening ear and support. Thank you!

Janet Rocks!! Best therapist ever!

Janet is a great listener and offers very wise advice and support

Janet helps me out in ways i never imagined. Working on ways Mentally, physically and emotionally. I see her as a professional and on a friend level. High recommend her !

Janet is an amazing therapist.

Janet had been incredible. She very thoughtful, experienced and always keeps me focused on the goal. She has provided me with tools and reaches out. She's absolutely great!

Ms. Janet is definitely great at what she does. She has helped me to grow and I appreciate her confidence and skills in listening and providing guidance to me especially in this time of my life.

She is a great therapist. Easy to talk to and always answering text message. She keeps me on track working on my main concerns, while being very supportive.

Janet Hughes is one of the best out there. She completely matches my vibe. She does not sugar coat the truth and tells you exactly what you need to hear. Highly recommend

This is my first time doing therapy and I was worried that the match wouldn’t fit, but it did. Janet Hughes listens, has such an open mind but also knows how to center a conversation, which is so helpful and productive. I’m very pleased so far.

Janet is very responsive and knowledgeable and overall a great therapist. I have grown to know myself better and have learned new skills through this process. As a graduate student, having the flexibility to schedule telehealth is ideal because I can maximize the time.

Excellent.

Janet has so far been generous about her time both for scheduling purposes and also responding to me on unscheduled time when I have in the moment string emotional responses to events in my day to day life. I appreciate her level of understanding and feel hopeful about continuing my wellness journey with her and opening up more about myself, history and present circumstances.

The second we first spoke I knew I liked her. She has a warmth that is very welcoming. She has listened and offered advice when appropriate (had a previous therapist in the past that felt the need to talk about herself). Janet reaches out and it feels like communication is building naturally.

Janet is thoughtful and provides spot-on, expert guidance based on my unique needs. She listens attentively and has helped immensely with my mental health & relationship goals.

Janet is a great listener and she really knows how to connect. She has helped me tremendously with decreasing my anxiety, and I can tell that she is doing the great work she was purposed to do. Definitely a God-sent therapist!

I genuinely look forward to my weekly sessions with Janet. As someone who's historically had mixed feelings about therapy, she's changed some of my views. Janet has helped me to process through parts of my past as well as current struggles in a way that has helped me to grow as an individual. She has a wonderful personality and she makes me feel comfortable, as though I'm talking to a friend. Janet is always able to remember small details of things that I share, and I have never felt as though I'm being judged. She also balances listening vs when I want/need advice or her input. Wonderful therapist, I would definitely recommend Janet!

I’m very happy with Ms Janet. She shows you that she really does care. That’s hard to find

Janet has been a great help in navigating through rough times

She feels like a friend I can talk to about anything

Janet is amazing with her check ins and she has such a nice manner. She speaks with confidence, but listens and gives strategies.

Janet has never made me feel less than or judged me in anyway and has always made me valid in how I feel would strongly recommend

Janet is amazing. Our sessions together are always fun, and we get to a problem resolution quickly. She is supportive, caring, and incredibly intelligent. She is great at what she does!

Janet is amazing!!!

She is exactly who I needed and I look forward to her thoughtfulness, energy, and support!

Janet is the most amazing therapist I could ask for. She makes you open up so easily and you feel like you’re talking to your best friend. She’s also funny and never fails to put you in a good mood.

Affirming and understanding, patient, a lovely person all around.

That friend you can trust to tell anything to, but is also smart and insightful enough to guide and help ...that's Janet! Highly recommend Ms. Hughes.

Janet is excellent at what she does and has been super accommodating of my specific needs and goals. She's been open and attentive in every session we've had and is very quick to pick up on how you're feeling and what underlying issues may be present - she's great at matching your own energy. I highly recommend her!

Janet understands grief

Best experience I love gathering new tools

She is currently helping me through some tough times and it’s working. She reads into everything and boils it down to pinpoint what the main cause/issues are. Improvement began with the very first session, I highly recommend her because how she’s helping me is working!

Janet is a wonderful therapist...caring and knowledgeable.

Janet is a great listener and easy to talk to.

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