Justin Hughes , LPC

Justin Hughes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho with 10 years of professional work experience. He has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, symptom management, and a wide range of other mental health concerns. He focuses on meeting each person where they are, listening with sensitivity, and responding with respect and compassion.

Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, he shapes conversations and treatment plans to fit each individual’s needs and goals. He emphasizes collaborative dialogue so that therapeutic work reflects what matters most to the person in therapy. Justin recognizes that reaching out for help requires courage, and he aims to provide steady support as clients move toward greater well-being and more fulfilling relationships.

As an LPC - which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - he brings practical tools and empathic guidance to help clients navigate life changes, manage symptoms, and strengthen coping skills. His practice centers on tailoring interventions to the unique circumstances and priorities of each individual.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Justin integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy into his work. ACT helps people clarify their values and build willingness to face difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to change behaviors and reduce distress, often helping with anxiety, depression, and symptom management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, supporting people who need a safe space to explore emotions and make decisions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Justin works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts interventions over time so the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Justin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and different life circumstances. These options make it easier for people who live far away, have limited mobility, or need more frequent check-ins to maintain momentum in their work with licensed professionals and therapists.