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April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

April McDowell

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Reston, VA 20190
Let's Connect (703) 635-3965
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Has your relationship been a struggle lately? Or are you engaged but want to make things stronger before the big leap? I can help! I specialize in relationship therapy and counseling for both couples and individuals. At Decision Point Therapy, you'll gain clarity and solutions for your biggest relationship challenges, and support for your biggest decisions.
When choosing a couples therapist it's crucial that you choose someone whose is specifically trained in couples therapy! I offer this plus 17 years of experience seeing clients. I help both married and non-married couples. I'm LGBTQ and poly friendly, and I gladly welcome diverse populations!
I offer 17 years of experience treating couples and families, and 10 years as a private practice owner. I'm a certified facilitator in the PREPARE-ENRICH program for couples preparing for marriage. Call me today for your phone consultation and let's get started!
Call or April McDowell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (703) 635-3965

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Decision Point Therapy LLC

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 635-3965
Accepting new couples and singles in 2024!
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Infidelity 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Decision Point Therapy LLC

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 635-3965
Accepting new couples and singles in 2024!
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Infidelity 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Private pay only. Military discounts available. Insurance not accepted for payment. (Insurance reimbursement available in select cases and I'll provide a Superbill for out-of-network clients to help.)
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
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Private pay only. Military discounts available. Insurance not accepted for payment. (Insurance reimbursement available in select cases and I'll provide a Superbill for out-of-network clients to help.)
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965
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April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0717001389 April McDowell
  • In Practice for 17 Years
  • Certificate from PREPARE-ENRICH Trained Facilitator / 2011
  • Attended University of Maryland, Graduated 2007
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Infidelity

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Premarital Therapy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Do these issues align with your needs? or (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Bowen Family Systems
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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There is no one therapy model I use as it depends on your individual situation. But most often, I utilize concepts and methods from CBT, EFT, Bowen Family Systems, and the Gottman method to treat my clients.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
"
There is no one therapy model I use as it depends on your individual situation. But most often, I utilize concepts and methods from CBT, EFT, Bowen Family Systems, and the Gottman method to treat my clients.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

Decision Point Therapy LLC

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 635-3965
"
Accepting new couples and singles in 2024!
Call for a free consultation now - (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
"
Accepting new couples and singles in 2024!
Call for a free consultation now - (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT