Last edited 02/10/2022
April Perkins (Lewis)
Accepting New Clients
Get To Know Me
In what ways does your personality influence your approach to therapy?
I am a kind, fun, happy person. I want my Clients to be happy, whenever possible. I use Brief Solution Focused Therapy, with my Clients, unless a different theory/modality is more appropriate. Brief Solution Focused Therapy focuses on solutions, rather than problems. I also focus on solutions, rather than problems.
In what ways do your life philosophy and treatment philosophy overlap?
My life philosophy is change your attitude, change your life. I use Brief Solution Focused Therapy with all my Clients, unless, a different theory/modality is more appropriate. Brief Solution Focused Therapy, focuses on solutions, rather than problems. If one changes their attitude, they can change their life. It is easier to change one's life, while focusing on solutions.
How do you determine therapy goals with clients? What does that process look like?
I determine therapy goals with Clients, by asking the Client, what brought them to Therapy. The goal setting process will include my taking information from the Initial Assessment (Diagnosis, reason for Client coming to Therapy). I will also ask the Client what else they want to discuss/work on/address, in therapy.
Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietySelf-EsteemFamily issuesObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
General Expertise
DepressionRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemAcademic challengesAddictionAdolescent mental healthAnger managementCollege & graduate student issuesCommunication issuesFamily issuesObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Parenting issuesPremarital counselingSpirituality & religion based issuesStressCoping SkillsCouplesFamilies
Treatment Approaches
Mindfulness PracticesExperiential TherapyFamily Systems TherapyFeminist TherapyHumanistic TherapyMulticultural TherapyNarrative TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingEmotionally Focused TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyIntegrative TherapyMarriage and Family TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyStructural Family Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyCouples Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)Children (5-12)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureNew Mexico, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 0171371
Education
BS Family and Consumer Science
Work HistoryI completed my Internship in a Psychiatric Hospital, where I gained experience on the Recovery/Rehab, Acute, Adolescent Acute, Geriatric Units and with the IOP Program. I have experience in Outpatient, Day Treatment, Residential Treatment Care, Hospital, Psychiatric Hospital, and Telehealth.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
April Perkins (Lewis), LMFT, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is April Perkins (Lewis) accepting new clients?
Yes, April Perkins (Lewis) is accepting new clients.
Does April Perkins (Lewis) accept insurance?
No, April Perkins (Lewis) does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does April Perkins (Lewis) offer?
April Perkins (Lewis) offers therapy for couples, families and individuals.
Does April Perkins (Lewis) offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in New Mexico can book April Perkins (Lewis) for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does April Perkins (Lewis) offer online therapy?
Yes, April Perkins (Lewis) offers online therapy to people in New Mexico.
How quickly can I see April Perkins (Lewis)?
April Perkins (Lewis) typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does April Perkins (Lewis) speak?
April Perkins (Lewis) conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with April Perkins (Lewis) online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with April Perkins (Lewis) online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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