About April Forella, LMHC-S, LPC
You don’t have to carry this all on your own.
Welcome! If you’re a high-achieving woman feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to do it all, you’re not alone—I’m here to support you in navigating the challenges of balancing success and mental well-being.
You’re incredibly driven, but sometimes that drive comes at a cost—whether it’s through emotional exhaustion, physical tension, or feeling like you’re constantly running on empty. I’ve work with many women who feel stuck in the cycle of perfectionism & people-pleasing, believing that their worth is tied to their accomplishments. You may feel like you have to do it all perfectly, all the time. But the truth is, there’s a way to break free from that pressure and find peace. That’s where I come in.
please Hear me when I say:
Being here doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you’re strong.
My Approach: EMDR Therapy for Healing and Growth through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I help women like you address the root causes of anxiety, trauma and emotional patterns that hold you back. EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps rewire the brain’s responses to distressing memories, allowing you to heal and move forward with greater clarity, resilience and peace of mind. Whether it’s past trauma, overwhelming stress, or an inner critic that won’t let up, EMDR helps you process and release the emotional weight so you can live with more freedom and ease. We'll work together to identify the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that keep you stuck, and develop healthier patterns to support your mental and emotional well-being.
How I work
At the core of my approach to therapy is a belief that change is possible.
We can’t change what we don’t acknowledge. Our work together will focus on identifying patterns that are holding you back. Understanding what’s happening in your nervous system so that you can take steps toward change. We will connect the present day symptoms to your past experiences. My approach is holistic, meaning we connect the mind, body and spirit in the healing journey. I work with women who are ambitious, driven, and often feel like they have to prove themselves. You might be an overachiever in your career, a perfectionist (like me) in your relationships, or simply someone who struggles with a constant feeling of not being “enough.” I understand how hard it is to feel like you’re always striving but never truly finding peace. My goal is to support you in overcoming these challenges and building a life that feels authentic, balanced, and fulfilling.
Therapy with me is…
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Your treatment is personalized to your goals. Creating a safe space for you to heal. As a therapist, I’m deeply committed to creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. I believe that healing is a deeply personal journey, and I’m honored to be part of that process with you.
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Through our work together, I want you to rediscover your sense of self-worth, reconnect with your inner strength, and feel more grounded in who you are—outside of your achievements. Learn more.
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Our work together is confidential and discrete. Learn more.
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We have a relational approach, taking the time to do what is considered the deeper, lasting work. We provide you the space and time you need to expand, heal and grow. Hurts and wounds are usually accumlated throughout our lives, leaving imprints on present relationships. Often, these wounds create what is understood as complex trauma.
specializing in:
Trauma
Anxiety
EMDR
My Training & Education
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida & Michigan)
EMDR Certified Therapist (EMDRIA)
Masters in Counseling Psychology (2004) Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, Florida
20 years in business prior to career in psychology | counseling