About April
April Clanton uses mind-centered approaches to help people manage emotions and move forward. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Tennessee with more than two decades of experience. April writes plainly and focuses on practical skills people can use day to day.
She has worked across many clinical settings, including inpatient care and partial hospitalization. Her background also includes intensive outpatient programs, in-home care, and individual outpatient therapy.
How April works
That range gives her experience with different levels of care and common struggles people face. April draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotional regulation and interpersonal skills. She also uses mindfulness therapy to help people notice their thoughts and feel calmer in stressful moments.
These approaches fit concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, bipolar symptoms, relationship strain, family conflict, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions focus on practical steps and steady skill building. April works collaboratively to help people process emotions, increase self-acceptance, and build coping strategies that fit everyday life.
She aims for clear goals and small, achievable changes. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step connect a person to care. Therapy is delivered online with flexible session formats so people can find what works for their routine.
April lists 2 ways of working on the entry:
What April works with
The areas below are the ones April selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Training and background
| Register | LPC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 21 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Tennessee |
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Online support options
DBT and Mindfulness in Online Therapy
April uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. DBT lessons often include guidance on regulating feelings, tolerating distress, and communicating more effectively in heated moments.Mindfulness therapy is used to help people notice thoughts and bodily sensations without getting swept away by them. Mindfulness exercises can reduce rumination and make it easier to pause before reacting to stress or anxiety.
Finding the right combination of approaches is a collaborative process. April works with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, pace, and everyday routines. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan as needed so therapy stays practical and relevant.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Video allows face-to-face skills practice while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low. Live chat and messaging make brief check-ins and reminders simple between sessions. These options support consistent work on skills while offering flexibility for busy days.
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