- Life purpose support
- Relationship concerns
- CBT and DBT methods
About April
April Hitchcock-Fofana is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 20 years of clinical experience. She focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. April also addresses parenting, sleep problems, anger, bipolar-related struggles, and compassion fatigue.
Her work is practical and person-centered. Sessions begin by listening to what matters most now. She helps people name where they feel stuck and then looks at small, manageable changes to try. Conversations cover day-to-day habits, thinking patterns, and the effects of past experiences on current choices.
April uses approaches like client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral methods, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing. She blends these to help people reduce distress, manage strong emotions, and work through relationship and family concerns. Sessions can include skills practice, thought reframing, and values-based planning.
She brings particular attention to issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care questions, attachment and blended family dynamics, body image, chronic illness and caregiver stress, and communication or control problems. April also supports people facing cancer, aging concerns, neurodiversity questions related to autism, and co-occurring conditions.
April speaks English and works with adults in Michigan. Her practice uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches guide remote work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following what the client says matters most. It helps people clarify values and priorities by reflecting their own words back and encouraging self-directed goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact; it uses straightforward exercises to test unhelpful thinking and try new actions for problems like anxiety or depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills that can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when relationships are intense.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, try methods that fit the client’s needs, and adjust based on what helps. This is a collaborative process focused on practical steps and skill-building rather than on labels or guarantees.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins during a lunch break or quieter part of the day. Some formats require less bandwidth or camera use and may suit people who prefer shorter, skills-focused meetings. Ask about session options when completing the matching questionnaire so expectations can be set before the first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of life concerns does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem, addictions, trauma, ADHD, and related issues listed in her specialties.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She listens first, then uses collaborative strategies like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to address problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.