Therapist profile
April Lewis-Carter, LCSW-C
Maryland
LCSW-C in Maryland - Anger and Stress support
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- CredentialsLCSW-C
- LicenseLCSW-C, Maryland / 24693
- NPI1659663540
- Experience15 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMaryland
About
- Anger management skills
- Communication problems
- Workplace issues
About April
April Lewis-Carter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified (LCSW-C) practicing in Maryland with 15 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger. April also supports people dealing with family and parenting concerns and workplace difficulties.
She starts by listening to the facts of a person's life and recognizing the strengths they already have. Rather than telling people what to do, she helps them sort options and decide what fits their goals. Sessions focus on practical steps to manage strong feelings, improve communication, and reduce impulsive reactions.
April brings a problem-solving, skills-oriented approach. That can include identifying patterns that lead to snapping or built-up resentment, learning ways to pause before reacting, and practicing clearer ways to talk about needs. She combines short-term coping tools with work on longer-term goals like self-esteem and career direction.
People who come for help with trauma, compassion fatigue, ADHD, or grief can expect straightforward talk about how those experiences affect daily functioning. April uses concrete techniques to reduce overwhelm and increase consistency in responses to stressors. She also supports practical planning around life changes and decision points.
Clients are invited to try options and adjust them as they go. The focus is on measurable changes in everyday life - fewer impulsive reactions, clearer workplace communication, or calmer family interactions - rather than abstract targets.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
April primarily uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills development and behavior change. One common approach is skills-focused work that teaches practical tools for managing intense emotions, improving impulse control, and handling triggers that lead to angry reactions. This helps people reduce reactivity and build steadier responses in daily life.A second common element is communication-focused work that practices clear, direct ways to express needs and set boundaries. This often involves role-play, scripting, and step-by-step repetition so new habits feel doable in family and workplace interactions.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. April will help review what’s working, try different techniques, and adjust plans based on goals and feedback. She frames therapy as a process of testing ideas and measuring whether they reduce angry outbursts or workplace conflict.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. When arranged, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a lunch hour, avoid travel time, or choose a quieter block of the day. Phone options may require less bandwidth and can be a shorter way to check in. Confirm the current session formats and scheduling details before you register so you can pick what fits your routine.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with related to anger?
She helps people address snapping at loved ones, built-up resentment, workplace frustration, and related communication problems.
What is her basic therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, skills-focused approach that emphasizes listening, identifying strengths, and trying concrete strategies to change patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW-C licensed in Maryland and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.