Works with
- Anger
- Depression
How Barbra works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LICSW
- Licensed in
- Minnesota
- Years in practice
- 14
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Barbra
Barbra Hughes is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people dealing with depression, anger, addictions, grief, trauma, and work or relationship stress. She makes space for honest conversations and treats people with respect and compassion. Her approach is practical and down-to-earth, aimed at steady change rather than quick fixes.
With 14 years of experience in Minnesota, Barbra draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address issues like bipolar concerns, post-traumatic stress, impulsivity, and workplace challenges.
Background and approach
She works with people facing guilt and shame, veterans' experiences, and major life transitions. Sessions focus on understanding patterns and building tools that fit daily life. Barbra adapts conversations and plans to each person’s situation.
She listens first, then sets manageable goals together. Expect clear steps, real-world strategies, and check-ins to track progress over time. Her style is supportive and straightforward.
She helps people name difficult emotions, practice new responses to stress, and rebuild routines that feel healthier. Treatment plans are adjusted as needs change so care stays relevant. People reach out to address immediate struggles and longer-term goals alike.
Barbra aims to make the process feel achievable by breaking problems into small, workable pieces. She emphasizes collaboration and steady momentum toward a more stable, satisfying life.
What Barbra works with
Everything Barbra lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Barbra's practice.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options
Barbra uses common evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful patterns and teaching practical skills. One approach emphasizes identifying thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going and replacing them with healthier responses; this helps with depression, anger, and impulsivity. Another approach centers on skills for managing strong emotions and building safer daily routines, which is useful for trauma symptoms, stress, and workplace or relationship strain.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That process may start with brief check-ins, then evolve as progress is noted and priorities shift.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when convenient. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and messaging support ongoing contact between sessions and can fit into busy schedules. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent while balancing daily life.
Questions people ask about Barbra
What concerns does she address?
She supports people coping with depression, anger, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship and workplace issues, bipolar challenges, and major life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and supportive. She listens carefully, sets clear goals, and uses evidence-based techniques to build real-world skills.
How much experience does she have?
Barbra has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns in Minnesota.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, MN LICSW, based in Minnesota.
Which languages are offered and what about international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.