April Medici, LMHC
Experienced LMHC for trauma and relationships
- Client-centered care
- CBT informed methods
- Trauma-aware support
About April Medici
April Medici is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and author with 15 years of clinical experience who has supported individuals and families across Florida. Her professional journey began in New York City public schools, where she worked as a special education teacher and guidance counselor for the New York City Board of Education, a foundation that shaped her commitment to practical, compassionate care.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in counselor education from the City University of New York. Those academic roots informed a practice that blends Client-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Strength-Based principles, emphasizing the client’s own goals and resources as engines for change. April integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and applies trauma-focused CBT when addressing the effects of past adversity.
Inspired in part by her own experiences with hardship, April approaches therapy with empathy and an emphasis on resilience. She believes the therapeutic alliance is the strongest predictor of progress and works to create a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where difficult topics - from anxiety and depression to relationship, family, trauma, and addiction concerns - can be explored. April aims to collaborate with each person to identify practical strategies and lasting strengths that support meaningful life changes.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in counselor education from the City University of New York. Those academic roots informed a practice that blends Client-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Strength-Based principles, emphasizing the client’s own goals and resources as engines for change. April integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and applies trauma-focused CBT when addressing the effects of past adversity.
Inspired in part by her own experiences with hardship, April approaches therapy with empathy and an emphasis on resilience. She believes the therapeutic alliance is the strongest predictor of progress and works to create a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where difficult topics - from anxiety and depression to relationship, family, trauma, and addiction concerns - can be explored. April aims to collaborate with each person to identify practical strategies and lasting strengths that support meaningful life changes.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does April Medici have?
April Medici has 15 years of experience.
Is April Medici a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH10670.
In which languages does April Medici provide therapy?
April Medici provides therapy in English.
Where is April Medici located?
April Medici is located in Florida.
How can I work with April Medici as my therapist?
You can work with April Medici through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does April Medici work with international clients?
April Medici does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with April Medici cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Online Support for Lasting Change
April draws on Client-Centered Therapy to build a collaborative relationship that honors each person’s goals and personal strengths - an approach that is especially helpful for people navigating relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression and to develop practical skills for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style April uses to support people who are facing ambivalence about change, including those working on addictions, health behaviors, or major life adjustments.
Finding the right blend of methods is part of the therapeutic process; April works collaboratively with clients to determine which approaches best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This allows therapy to adapt over time as circumstances and priorities evolve.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging enable regular contact without travel, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access care from different locations. These options help maintain continuity of support while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to tailor communication styles to each person’s comfort and needs.