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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Home - Are you ready to start the path to a healthier you? Request your complimentary consultation to get started today!</image:title>
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      <image:caption>Dr. April is a licensed Psychotherapist in Georgia, Florida, and Texas with over 15 years of experience working with children and adults in a variety of behavioral health settings to include non-profit organizations, group homes, therapeutic foster care agencies and public and charter schools. With a background that consists of working as a behavioral specialist, case manager, school and clinical counselor, Dr. April has played an integral role in mentorship, client advocacy and outreach. Spending her entire professional career under the mental health umbrella, Dr. April’s focus has been centered around collaboratively working with individuals in their efforts to build and maintain positive mental health and wellness.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>About - “One's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” -Henry Miller</image:title>
      <image:caption>Many people have life experiences from complex trauma to day-to-day life stresses that have affected their mental health as well as their quality of life and relationships. If that is you and you are seeking a safe space with a mental health professional who focuses on a client-centered approach, then you’ve come to the right place. Dr. April’s practice stands on the belief that counseling is a personal and unique journey, and no matter where you are in your journey, her aim is to help guide you towards healthy thoughts and behavior. She takes pride in providing a warm and affirming environment resulting in clients feeling empowered to live healthy and abundant lives.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>About - Education</image:title>
      <image:caption>Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Human Services, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN Master of Arts (MA), Professional School Counseling PreK-12, Norfolk State University, Norfolk, VA Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology, Bethune-Cookman College, Daytona Beach, FL</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Services - Individual Therapy</image:title>
      <image:caption>Individual therapy services include face-to-face and telehealth options for adolescents and adults seeking to identify their mental health challenges and work on therapeutic goals to improve their quality of life. Treatment for anxiety, depression and peer and family relationships are just a few of the presenting concerns that are addressed in individual therapy. Dr. April acknowledges the differences in each individual and provides an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing techniques that are personally centered around the client.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Group therapy services are tailored for individuals to connect through shared experiences, and provides a space for social support, problem solving and skill development. Dr. April is available to facilitate these services covering a wide variety of topics targeting populations such as adolescents, women and parents to aid in mental wellness. Group therapy programs are typically a 6-8 week commitment.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Workshops are available for schools, corporations, non-profit and governmental agencies per request. Workshops cover a variety of topics such as workplace stress/burnout, wellness, social-emotional learning for educators, and other workplace related concerns that aim to address the organizational needs and professional development.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>We can never turn back time and change the journey we’ve had, but we can make the choice to change the direction we are headed. No matter where you find yourself in life, and no matter what life adversities or obstacles you face, your mental health matters. Contact us to begin your journey to wellness.</image:caption>
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