April Smith

LMHC13 years of experienceNext available
3.8 (22)
Solution oriented
Authentic

I’m a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida. I received my Master’s degree from Capella University and I have been practicing for over 10 years. I work with adults by guiding them through the complexities of mental health and empowering them to cope effectively. I’m a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida. I received my Master’s degree from Capella University and I have been practicing for over 10 years. I work with adults by guiding them through the complexities of mental health and empowering them to cope effectively.

I’m a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida.

First session

In our first session together, we’ll start with brief introductions and then discuss the specific challenges you are facing. This will help me to create a treatment plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. In our first session together, we’ll start with brief introductions and then discuss the specific challenges you are facing. This will help me to create a treatment plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

Strengths

Known for my unwavering commitment, I have built a reputation as a caring and diligent professional. My approach emphasizes empathy and open communication, fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere where clients feel heard and valued.

Ideal clients

My mission extends beyond the conventional therapist-client relationship. I go the extra mile to support personal growth, offer crisis intervention when necessary, and equip clients with valuable coping skills. I work with clients on managing their symptoms and addressing personal challenges, ensuring a brighter path forward. I

Treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

CBT is based on the premise that our thoughts influence the way we feel which then affects our behavior. I have been using CBT since I became a therapist to help clients change their negative patterns of thinking, improve the way that they feel, and assist them with engaging in more productive behaviors.

Location

Virtual sessions

Identifies as

  • White

  • Woman

Top specialties

  • Anxiety

Serves

  • Adults (18 to 64)

Licensed in

  • FloridaLicense MH11904

  • MaineLicense CC6267

  • New YorkLicense 011253

Accepted insurance

  • Aetna

  • Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

  • Aetna - Allied Benefits

  • Aetna - Gravie

  • Aetna - Lucent Health

  • Aetna - Luminare

  • Aetna - Meritain

  • Aetna - Moda

  • Aetna - WebTPA

  • Aetna – HealthEZ

  • All Savers

  • Ambetter Health

  • Amerihealth Administrators

  • Anthem - Medicare

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare

  • Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO

  • Independence Keystone 65 HMO

  • Arlo

  • AvMed

  • Cash - $70 per session

  • Centivo

  • Cigna

  • Cigna - HealthEZ

  • EAP:Cigna

  • EAP:Evernorth

  • EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum

  • Evernorth

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Florida Blue

  • Anthem

  • Independence Administrators

  • Independence Blue Cross

  • GTEB

  • Golden Rule

  • Harvard Pilgrim

  • Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum

  • Optum

  • OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

  • Oscar

  • Oxford

  • Surest (formerly Bind)

  • Tufts Health

  • Tufts Health/Cigna

  • United Medical Resources

  • UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

  • UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

  • UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

Reviews and ratings

3.8 rating (22)1 review
March 8, 2026

This session was terrible! I really think this lady doesn’t even listen to what you’re saying to provide good advice! She just repeats herself and tries to talk over you before you even finish explaining what the issue is!

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 1 with April
Schedule 60 min