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Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S.

Behavioral health therapy Obsidian Counseling Services PLLC
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder,
Insurance: Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross, Ambetter

Introduction

Dr. Carissma Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor in the state of Texas. She is the owner and Director of Clinical Services at Obsidian Counseling Services, PLLC. She is also a Certified Depression & Mood Disorder Treatment Professional and has experience working with LGBTQ identified persons, Military Veterans, elderly, hospice patients and family, couples, and children/Adolescents. Dr. Hughes takes a person-centered approach and reminds each client that they are the experts on their own lives. Dr. Carissma Hughes earned a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University; a Masters in Social work from Texas State University; a Masters in Non-profit Management from Johnson & Wales University, and a Doctorate in Social work from Walden University.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW-S #62119 (TX)
  • LICSW #16856 (SC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross
  • Ambetter

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 30 min sessions (Self-Pay) $30
  • 45 min sessions (Self-Pay) $45
  • 60 min sessions (Self-Pay $60
  • 50 min Couples Session (Self-Pay) $70
  • 30 min sessions- Insurance $45
  • 45 min sessions $60
  • 60 min sessions $90

Locations

Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. offer telehealth appointments? Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. specialize in? Dr. Carissma Hughes, LCSW, M.S. specializes in the following areas: Abandonment, Abortion Issues, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Adoption, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Families, Career Counseling, Couples Counseling, Depression, Family Conflict, LGBTQIA+, Military/Veteran's Issues, and Trauma.

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