I am an African American female located in the Chicago land area. I have been in the field of counseling for over 30 years. I also have many years of experience teaching counseling and psychology as an adjunct professor at eight different colleges and universities.
As a therapist who is also a Christian, I assist people in the areas of faith and spiritual matters, if requested. I am the author of the book "Tending to Broken Hearts: Reflections from Three Decades in the Counselor's Chair" available on Amazon.
I do not operate according to the medical model and don't work with issues pertaining to psychotropic medications or imbalanced brain chemistry. I operate from the perspective that we all have choices, and need to make healthy ones in order to live mentally, emotionally, and spiritually healthy lives.
Professional experience
30 yrs in practice
Family conflictsTrauma, AbuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Young adult issues
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dr. April is great, she understands, she sympathizes, she can relate and offers sound applicable advice. she is also honest, which is an essential necessity for me.
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I feel like Dr. April genuinely listens and cares about the issues I bring to her. She gives an enlightened perspective to situation and has given me the tools to better cope with my situation.
Written on Mar 31, 2025 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Dr. April has been a huge help putting things in perspective and getting to a better place mentally in my life. I definitely had a lot of drama coming in. Dr. April is going to hold you accountable , is firm but fair and also gives you tools to work through your issues. I really appreciate my time working with Dr. April and I highly recommend working with her if you have the chance.
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Understands and helps ground me
Written on Sep 21, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr. April is a good listener and offers thoughtful feedback.
Written on Sep 13, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. April listens completely. She asks the right questions and makes you feel comfortable.
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
April is very assertive and appreciated her advices
Written on Jun 06, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Dr. April is very direct in her responses, and also considerate of the clients time and feelings when it comes to expressing their concerns. She also asks questions that make you look at yourself, kind of like homework. But I would recommend her to family and friends if they would ask.
Written on May 20, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Awesome advice and support
Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Dr. April is an outstanding therapist and counselor. I would recommend her to anyone as she is a great listener and lets you just speak openly. I would move forward with more sessions with her at anytime.
Written on Mar 11, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Always feel at ease talking to her
Written on Feb 19, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Very happy with Dr. April, very polite, professional and helpful.
Written on Feb 17, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. April was Great! She listened to me when I was struggling and was very knowledgeable about how to help.
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning grief
Dr. April is very knowledgeable and sees things from all sides. She never gives a biased, one sided or judgmental stance on things. She's extremely gracious, kind and not only respectful of, but mindful and supportive of my Christian beliefs. I absolutely love working with her and will continue to work with her as my therapist.
Written on Feb 01, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Dr April was to the point and so helpful. She was easy to talk to and I greatly appreciate her years of experience. I learned so much about myself during our first session!
Written on Jan 24, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. April has been a good fit for me. She has challenged me to look at myself from a true perspective.
Written on Jan 20, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. April is the bomb
Written on Oct 18, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 5 months on issues concerning family conflicts
Dr April can be described as having Common sense, honest, calls it like she sees it! I am a direct person who appreciates her type of communication.
She is very objective and helpful.
Written on Sep 18, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and adhd
Dr. April is the best. She posed questions that helped you think about things in a different way so that you gain the skills to help yourself moving forward in life. She was very supportive and did not dismiss your feelings. I would definitely recommend Dr. April to anyone looking to work on themselves.
Written on Sep 04, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Great listener and provide wise counsel!
Written on Aug 25, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
I have enjoyed working with Dr. April. She has helped me to know that I am worthy. I would recommend her to everyone. She’s been amazing!
Written on Aug 10, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
Good listener, she does not come woth am agenda but allows you to talk as she listens and she helps you thi k about things
Written on Jun 14, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Very knowledgeable. Honest and just very experienced. I love the wisdom she brings.
Written on Jun 13, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and anger management
She is wise and to the point. I appreciated her demeanor and ability to help find solutions!
Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s great‼️
Written on May 16, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Overall gives great feedback!!!
Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Responsive
Written on Apr 25, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Dr. April is very good at what she’s doing. She’s also a Christian based therapist and incorporates that into her experience.
Written on Mar 28, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. April had been great. She’s a great listener and has giving me some great tools.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Dr. April is an awesome therapist. I absolutely love her. She listens to my issues and helps guide me in the right direction.
Written on Mar 11, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
She’s great!
Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and adhd
She is very experienced and keeps you on track to figuring out steps to move forward. She addresses concerns and doubts in a caring way and gives good input. I highly recommend.
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
After my first appointment I am feeling encouraged. For the first time in a year and 1/2!
Dr. April is a perfect fit for me, I already feel like I know her. Very very pleased.
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Dr April was very grounding and patient. She helped me find direction and clarity.
Written on Jan 30, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Even though I had 1 session with Dr. April I enjoyed our talk. I look forward for the next session.
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr April is very patient. She provides good resources and suggestions
Written on Jan 06, 2023 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She has helped me take steps and grow!
Written on Dec 04, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I am pleased to have someone who listens and encourages.
Written on Sep 20, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. April has been a pleasure to speak with and has offered good insight to the grief process.
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
I appreciate her dearly.
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She is a good theraptist.
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and parenting issues
Dr. April is very knowledgeable and is very intuitive! I have many ah ha moments and times of having to face the truth about myself, my issues and the people I am dealing with. She is a big help! I am thankful for the way she causes me to think and come to conclusions. I highly recommend her as a therapist.
Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 4 months
Dr. April is a kind and caring woman. She sometimes asks hard questions that are needed for healing.
Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is very knowledgeable.
Written on Apr 28, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coaching
Dr. April is wonderful. She truly listens and has insight that helped me so much in my healing journey. She held my hand metaphorically when I needed it, and gave me tough love when I needed it too! I wouldn’t have come so far in my journey without her help. I very highly recommend Dr. April.
Written on Apr 20, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
I selected Dr. April based on her style of therapy, age approximation, race and gender. I feel she understands where Iam in life as well as the areas of concern I have I think we are a good fit, as I am comfortable being candid. She has shown concern that seems more genuine rather than scripted.
Written on Feb 25, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Dr. April is professional, kind, and accepting. She is a wonderful therapist.
Written on Jan 11, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Dr. April has been helping, I've seen a great result so far.
Written on Jan 10, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Dr April is approachable and easy to talk to. I just had my second session and out conversation has sparked tremendous introspection.
Written on Jan 08, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Thank you for your support and guidance
Written on Jan 02, 2022 after therapy with Cassandra for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Easy… as it should be!
Written on Dec 26, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
I’ve only had 2 therapy sessions with Dr. April. But I already feel like I’ve known her for a long time. She’s easy to talk to and she offers great suggestions on ways to improve my health and well being.
Written on Dec 24, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and bipolar disorder
Dr. April is fantastic! She has a warm and professional demeanor, yet...she gives you the right amount of tough love so that YOU are empowered ! She always listens attentively , and gets back to me in a timely manner. She's made me feel much much better about my current situation by being there and giving me the insight.
Written on Dec 23, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks
Great placement and understanding. Glad to have started new sessions.
Written on Dec 10, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
It was Great!!
Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Dr. April was amazing. I’m glad I got to experience her services because it helped me out more then I believe. Highly recommended
Written on Nov 20, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is great, she’s very good at listening and then asking the right questions.
Written on Oct 28, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and anger management
Dr. April is a champion at listening. When meeting with her, I feel understood and supported. I highly recommend her services.
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Dr.April understands and listens to my concerns she is knowledgeable about the topic it is such a pleasure to speak to her.
Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I thank God for Dr. April. I appreciate her insight, her revelation, her wisdom and how she applies the word of God to our sessions. She's been helpful during a time I really needed someone to speak with.
Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 7 months
She is wonderful and helpful with advice
Written on Sep 18, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is very great and so easy to talk to!
Written on Aug 05, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Dr. April is wonderful. She not only listens but also cares about her patients and is sympathetic towards our concerns. Absolutely feel so comfortable talking to her. I lost my job after 15 years and I'm 65 1/2 years old, so the probability of finding another job is very unlikely, but I'm trying to be optimistic and find good things in the next chapter of my life. Dr. April is helping me. I hope I can continue seeing her.
Written on Jun 30, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is great!
Written on Jun 01, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I'm thankful for someone who wants to help , listens, and doesn't tell me what I want to hear.
Written on May 26, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Dr April was great. I found someone who takes my insurance and I only pay when I gave a session, so I am getting off Better help for now.
Written on May 16, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is very patient, and I can tell that she is actively listening, which is important to me. I wish there was a face to face, but this is the best I can do with virtual. She doesn't speak too much, but I appreciate her approach as it makes me feel safe to open up.
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month
My experience with Dr. April has been my first interaction with a therapist. I have resisted seeking therapy for years; determined to handle everything alone. After hitting new lows in my life, I finally sought help and was connected to Dr. April. While this is all still new to me, Dr. April has been great. She has listened without judging me and that is huge for me. I know even after a short time that she will be real with me and give me insights that I missed. Dr. April has made this step in my life a positive one. Thank you.
Written on Apr 30, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks
I am so appreciative of Dr. April. In the past, I've been ashamed of a lot of my feelings and experiences. So therapy was always difficult, having to process so many heavy emotions and deal with some hard truths. But Dr. April was incredibly understanding and compassionate. In sessions where I couldn't get a word out without crying, she was very accepting, welcoming, and non-judgmental. I appreciate her willingness to say things that may make me uncomfortable but are critical for my progress. I felt a healthy push to let go of a lot of guilt and approval-seeking I didn't realize I was still carrying. So grateful for her help!
Written on Apr 16, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Thank you for being so kind and understanding. I look forward to working with you.
Written on Mar 30, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Wonderful, compassionate counselor- Dr. April made me feel like I mattered when I spoke with her.
Written on Mar 30, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and career difficulties
This was my first voice session with Dr. April. We have communicated per text messaging. However do to my work demands, I couldn't focus on work and my sessions at the same time. So I decided to do the over the phone voice session. Dr April was very understanding with this and I appreciated it. Since this was my first session I didn't know how to take it or how it would go. But I thought it went well, it felt good talking to someone without being judged. Thank u.
Written on Mar 01, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Dr. April has been a huge help to me during a rough time.
Written on Feb 04, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 3 weeks
Dr. April is the help I was looking for when I sought out Better Help. She is patient and lets me talk out all my emotions and feelings, then inserts her wisdom when needed. She is a true calming spirit and she gives attention and care to every word she says. She has given me new perspective on issues I've had for years and years and helped me finally make some progress. I am so thankful I got matched with her. My mental health has improved already in just the few months we've been speaking. I believe she has made an incredibly positive impact on my 2021 year.
Written on Feb 02, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. April is great!
Written on Jan 21, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 1 month
I have been very happy with Dr. April. She is respectful and has had patience with me and has given me a lot of insight.
Written on Jan 12, 2021 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning anger management
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