Abby McHugh, LICSW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Specialities

ADD / ADHD Management
Addictions
Adjustments
Anger Management
Anxiety / Panic
Bipolar Disorder
Body Image
Career Satisfaction / Job Stress
Caregiver Stress Syndrome
Chronic Illness / Pain
Depression
End of Life Issues
Family Issues
Financial Issues
Geropsychology
Grief
Life Transitions
Memory Loss / Dementia
PTSD / Trauma
Relationship Issues
Retirement
Stress Management
Suicidal Ideation

Treatment Modalities

Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Crisis Management
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Meditiation
Mindfulness
Person-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Cultural Competencies

Adult
Catholicism
Judiasm
LGBTQIA

Languages Spoken

English

Professional Bio

Hi there, my name is Abby and I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping my clients live their best lives.

Before earning my Masters in Social Work and becoming a therapist, I spent time working as a paralegal and running a hotline that offered free legal help for a housing nonprofit. There, I realized how much of a difference I could make by exploring in the lives of others just by taking the time to listen to them and talk through their problems. I was inspired to become a therapist because I loved to inspire change through human to human connection.

Since becoming a therapist I’ve worked with all kinds of people in a variety of different mental health settings. Most recently, I started doing online therapy for WellQor, and I feel honored to help so many people explore their personal stories and change themselves for the better.

When it comes to helping clients, I live by the motto “this too shall pass.” When struggling with mental health, it can feel like the darkness will last forever but I believe everything in life is temporary. You’ve survived all of your worst days and better days are ahead. As your therapist I can help you navigate difficult and uncharted territory in your life. I’ll provide you with a caring and warm presence who is on your side, and we’ll explore ways to alleviate your problems, build skills, and reach your goals.

When I’m not with clients I enjoy browsing bookstores and reading the new novels I find.I also love embroidery even though I am not very good at it. I’m looking forward to learning more about you!