April Sanford
April Sanford
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April Sanford(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Michigan
Alcohol use disorder & addiction- Anxiety -Domestic violence-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)- Stress management-Conflict resolution-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$150

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Professional statement

April's ideal client has a desire to reach their potential. Her practice is grounded on a values and strengths based approach to therapy. As a woman of color, cultural sensitivity remains an important aspect of her practice. April has a history of treating individuals from various racial and ethnic backgrounds. A few conditions she has treated include: changing unwanted and harmful behaviors, reducing anxiety, building self- awareness through conflict management or protecting sobriety through harm reduction or pros and cons reflections.

She has a blended education in social work, psychology and criminal justice and she is a crime victim advocate based therapist. April works with survivors of crime in a therapeutic setting, while also offering resources to navigate the criminal justice system. She provides the tools and insight needed for reducing anxiety & depression while increasing self-empowerment.

Message to clients

Reframing Fortitude is the name of my private practice. Through challenging the traditional notion of what strength 'should look like', I work with my clients to recognize the strength in asking for help. The fortitude of vulnerability. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is my primary therapeutic approach and sessions reflect on how the power of their words influences their actions. I am committed to using education as a tool for empowering clients and giving them the space to process their concerns with an emphasis on healing. As my client, you can expect a holistic approach to therapy: connecting emotionally, mentally and physically.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 14 years


University of Illinois Chicago, Master of Social Work, 2010
Arizona State University West, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice, 2008
Michigan State University, Bachelor of Arts Criminal Justice and Psychology, 2005

Licensure

Michigan: 6801092992

Languages

English

Specialties

Alcohol use disorder & addiction - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on alcohol; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Domestic violence - Caring support along the pathway to safety, wellbeing, and healing for those surviving a partner’s abusive attempts to control one’s thoughts, beliefs, and actions

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Conflict resolution - Learning how to effectively and compassionately communicate in the face of conflict, whether at work or in personal life

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (50min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • As needed