Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 19 ratings

Dr.Carissma Hughes Valentine

LCSW, 10 years of experience

Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering

About me

Dr. Carissma Hughes Valentine, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor in Texas and South Carolina and the owner and Director of Clinical Services at Obsidian Counseling Services, PLLC. She is an ADHD specialist with extensive experience in evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for children, teens, and adults. Dr. Hughes is passionate about helping individuals understand how ADHD impacts their daily lives and provides practical strategies to improve focus, organization, and relationships. In addition to her ADHD expertise, Dr. Hughes also specializes in anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. She is a Certified Depression & Mood Disorder Treatment Professional and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II). Her diverse clinical background includes working with LGBTQ+ clients, military veterans, couples, children/adolescents, elderly adults, and families navigating hospice care. Her approach is person-centered, empowering clients by acknowledging that they are the experts of their own lives. She partners with clients to build on their strengths, foster resilience, and create meaningful change. Dr. Hughes earned a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Bowling Green State University, a Master of Social Work from Texas State University, a Master of Nonprofit Management from Johnson & Wales University, and a Doctorate in Social Work with a specialization in Family Studies from Walden University. A proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. since 2012, Dr. Hughes was initiated through the Epsilon Omicron Chapter at Bowling Green State University and remains actively connected to her sorority. Originally from New York City, with family roots in Antigua, she brings cultural awareness, compassion, and dedication to her practice.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Initila assessment and familiarity with the therapeutic process. This is your journey and I am honored to guide you along the way.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

-Person Centered Therapy -Crisis Intervention -Solution Focused Therapy -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy -Parent Education -Trauma Focused-CBT -Therapy with Play, music, Art

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Dr. Hughes takes a person-centered approach and reminds each client that they are the experts on their own lives. Dr. Hughes also specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and complex trauma.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My ideal clients are adolescents and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, or complex trauma who are seeking tools to better manage daily challenges and build confidence. I am a Certified Depression & Mood Disorder Treatment Professional and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II). I also have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ identified persons, military veterans, couples, older adults, hospice patients and families, as well as children and teens. I take a person-centered approach, reminding each client that they are the expert on their own life. My role is to provide guidance, support, and practical strategies that help clients feel empowered, improve relationships, and create meaningful change.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

AnxietyGriefSelf Esteem

I identify as

Black / African AmericanChristian

Serves ages

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 19 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

August 4, 2025

This was my first appointment which took years to schedule and I feel very good about it.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Dr.Carissma