April Smith
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Rates:
Initial Intake Session: $100Â
Individual Therapy: $50-70 per 40 min session
Family Therapy: $80 per 40 min session
Sliding Scale Offered
Specialties: Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Self-Esteem, Stress, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Parenting Concerns, Life Transitions, and Family/Relationship conflictsÂ
Virtual appointments available and limited in person appointments available in Hiram, GA
Insurances Accepted: private pay onlyÂ
April Smith
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Trainee
Therapist for Children, Teens, and Adults
She/Her
Hello, I’m April. I’m so excited that you are taking this first step into your healing journey. I know asking for help and talking to someone new can be scary but we will get through it together!Â
As a youthful and exuberant therapist who is dedicated to serving children, adolescents, and adults, I have a passion for finding beauty in all things I encounter. I believe my past experiences as a mom, wife, and healthcare worker will help me bring a different perspective into the therapy room. My goal as a therapist is to help you uncover the beauty of what lies within, your true potential.Â
I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Augusta State University. I am currently working to obtain my Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I am working under the supervision of Lisa Ibekwe, LCSW, as I work towards graduating and then becoming a fully Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Georgia.Â
My background in working with children and adolescents in foster care and in long-term psychiatric placements, and then later as a therapists for adults with cognitive impairments has shifted the work I do with trauma. I center my approach on helping people cope and navigate the things life throws at us. I specialize in Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I provide individual, group, and family therapy for children, teens, adults, and families. I enjoy working with a variety of topics including trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self-esteem, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), body image, stress, anger management, and with those impacted by divorce.Â
I am passionate and dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges. I aim to help children, teens, and adults identify healthy coping skills to build up their strengths after set backs, and to navigate difficult thoughts and emotions that are keeping them stuck. I accept all paths of life, all pronouns, and ALL are welcome here.Â
Contact me today to talk about ways I can help!
My Specialties:Â
- Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approachesÂ
- EMDR Therapy Informed
- Working with those with Cognitive impairments
My Education:Â
- Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walden University (in progress)Â
- Bachelors in Psychology, Augusta State University