Dr. Alex Hughes

You probably already know what you want to be different. The harder part is knowing what to do about it on a Tuesday morning. I'm Alex, and for more than 18 years I've worked in behavioral health with people from all walks of life: anxiety and panic, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, grief and loss, substance use, family and relationship strain, and the major life transitions nobody plans for. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults across California by video. Whatever brought you here, I'd be honored to walk alongside you as you move forward with more confidence and resilience.

My style is direct, compassionate, and solution focused. I believe there’s no one size fits all path to healing, so together we’ll build a personalized plan shaped around your strengths, values, and goals. I truly believe every person has the capacity to grow, and my role is to help you build the skills and confidence to navigate this complex quest we call life. We’ll face challenges, celebrate progress, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Nothing is expected of you in the first session except showing up. We'll talk about what brings you in, what you're hoping for, and whatever feels hard right now. My approach is warm, supportive, and honest, and I'll always work collaboratively with you on practical strategies that actually help. My hope is that you leave each session with greater clarity, direction, and hope. Clients describe me as warm, direct, and genuinely encouraging. If this feels like a fit, I'd love to connect for a 15 minute consult.