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April Howell

Therapist
1 year of experience
Regularly rebookedMore than 70% of clients return for care
  • Virtual
  • PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized. My clients often find it difficult to manage daily life and recognize their worth. They may feel unseen and unheard or need help in forging a path back to safety and wellness.

My approach to therapy

If this sounds like you, I am here to listen. I offer an environment where we can explore your life together without judgment - your experiences, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. Know that I’m an active participant in our relationship; I don’t just listen and offer you nothing in return. I will give honest feedback and suggestions to help you move towards the life you want to live. You don’t have to go through this journey alone; I am here to support you.

What you can expect from me

We will work together in our first session to understand your needs and create a plan to move forward. Understanding, empathy, and non-judgemental openness are the building blocks of my relationship with every client. My clients come from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds and life experiences. As a black woman, I know the importance of a safe and inclusive space that supports every individual.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at Southern Adventist University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Tennessee)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Art Therapy, Experiential, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Gestalt, Codependency Behavioral, Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    3914 St. Elmo Ave Ste. A
    Chattanooga, TN 37405