Ashley Hughes, PMHNP-FNP
Phone 704-610-6434
Comprehensive, Thoughtfully Aligned Psychiatric Care in North Carolina
Aligned Psychiatric Care
At Aligned Psychiatric Care, we provide evidence-based psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults in North Carolina. Our approach integrates mental health with functional and holistic strategies, supporting both emotional and physical well-being. We create individualized treatment plans, including medication management and telepsychiatry options, to help patients understand and transform patterns of thought and behavior, promoting long-term wellness and resilience. Our goal is to walk alongside each patient, offering compassionate, thoughtful care tailored to real-life challenges.
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Psychiatric Care Designed for Real Life
Telehealth and In-Person Services to Support Emotional Well-Being, Medication Management, and Nutritional Psychiatry
We treat a wide variety of mental health concerns in children, adolescents, and adults. Each evaluation helps us create a treatment plan that fits your life, supports your goals, and aligns with your values — combining clinical expertise with compassionate guidance.
Services We Offer
Psychiatric Evaluation
GeneSight Testing
Medication Management
What to Expect at Your Psychiatric Appointment
Initial Visit
Your initial evaluation appointment is designed to help you discuss your questions and concerns in a confidential, understanding, and professional environment. Ashley will share the ways Aligned can partner with you as you determine your path. She will ask questions to help facilitate the conversation and listen carefully as you respond. At the end of the evaluation, time is given for collaboration in designing a treatment plan that will help address your needs and concerns with the goal of providing the best support for this phase of YOUR journey.
Please allow up to 75 minutes for this visit.
Medication Management
During this visit we will evaluate the efficacy and continued need for the treatment plan established during our initial evaluation. Time is provided for you to ask questions and discuss any concerns. Ashley will order testing, such as laboratory blood and/or urine tests appropriate to the condition or medication(s) prescribed. Referrals will be provided, as needed, for neuropsychological testing or specialty provider ie. neurology, cardiology.
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Please allow 15-25 minutes for this visit.
Medication Management Plus
This visit is designed to provide the benefits of our medication management visit with the added space to dialogue about life's dilemmas. While this is not a replacement for traditional therapy, many patients find this extended visit helpful when facing life’s challenges. You can expect a calm and relaxed conversation where your voice and perspectives are heard; as well as counsel, advice, support, and encouragement. Clients note Ashley's relational and conversational style while drawing on her years of experience and education
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Please allow 45 minutes for this visit.