Tatainya Hughes M.A., LPCC
COUNSELOR CANDIDATE
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I am accepting new VIRTUAL clients!
I believe that building empathy begins with building relationships. At the core of my work is a commitment to validating each client’s experience and providing unwavering support, especially for children navigating difficult emotional terrain. I understand that change is not instantaneous—it is a process that unfolds with time, support, and compassion. I often remind my clients that the heaviest burdens in life are not meant to be carried alone, but with grace and connection to others.
My clinical background includes working with a wide range of challenges, with a particular focus on supporting military families and advocating for children within school systems. I have extensive experience navigating special education services, including IEPs and 504 plans, and I am deeply committed to ensuring that children receive the support they need both emotionally and academically. Additionally, I provide care for children coping with terminal illness, grief and loss, self-harming behaviors, and childhood sexual abuse. I am skilled in developing safety plans and holding space for complex trauma with sensitivity and care.
As clients progress in therapy and begin to meet their goals, I work collaboratively to discuss a thoughtful and supported conclusion to services, while emphasizing that therapy can be a lifelong tool. Clients are always welcome to return as needed, knowing that the door to healing and growth remains open.
Treatment Strategies
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Narrative
Person-Centered
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Specialties
Anger Management
Child Coping Skills
Education and Learning Disabilities
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Client Focus
Children (6-10)
Preteen (11-13)
Teen (14-18)
Language Spoken:
English
Accepted Insurances:
Aetna
United
UMR
Cigna
Colorado Medicaid
Colorado Community Health Alliance
Colorado Access
Rocky Mountain Health Plan
Kaiser
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Health Colorado
