April Mullen

Collaborative and practical therapy for life transitions

LMHC Washington

Experience: 13 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages: English

About April

April Mullen is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who draws on 13 years of clinical experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and challenges tied to life transitions and relationships.

Background and approach

She commonly works with intimacy-related issues and compassion fatigue and also addresses related themes such as attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, and mood concerns. Her approach blends practical, evidence-informed methods with an emphasis on respect and empathy.

April adapts the pace and focus of sessions to fit each person, combining cognitive behavioral strategies with attachment-informed work and client-centered listening to build clarity, coping skills, and stronger interpersonal patterns. She also incorporates elements from dialectical behavior and emotionally-focused work when those methods suit a person's goals.

April frames the therapeutic relationship as collaborative and empowering. She invites clients to define meaningful goals, explores patterns that get in the way, and supports stepwise change so people can move toward a more satisfying and resilient life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

April frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, mood shifts, and stress. Attachment-based work is also part of her toolkit, focusing on how early and current relationship patterns influence intimacy, communication, and emotional safety.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to clarify goals, review what methods might help, and adjust strategies over time so the work aligns with personal values, preferences, and progress.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility around work, caregiving, and scheduling constraints. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice skills between meetings while fitting therapy into a busy life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does April commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, LGBT-related issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue among other related concerns.

What is April's therapeutic style and approach?

Her style combines respectful, client-centered listening with practical techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and attachment-informed approaches, tailoring methods to each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does April have?

April brings 13 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is an LMHC licensed in Washington with license number WA LMHC LH60713477.

Does April offer services in languages other than English or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available with April?

Clients can use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to meet with her.

How is cost structured for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with April?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacks PhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English