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Dr. April E. House

Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT

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From the outside, you seem strong and put together. But inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in negative patterns. Perfectionism pushes you to keep going, even when you’re depleted, and you never feel "good enough." In your relationship, you may feel misunderstood, reactive, disconnected or caught in arguments that never truly resolve. A life transition — career shifts, motherhood, loss, identity changes — may have shaken your sense of self. You want clarity, confidence, and connection that feels secure and grounded. You’re ready to look beneath the surface and shift the patterns that no longer serve you.
With authenticity, compassion, humor, and optimism, I help clients move beyond the pressure of constant striving and reconnect with their intuition and self-worth. Together, we untangle patterns that fuel anxiety and disconnection, strengthen communication, and build tools that create greater ease, balance, and deeper meaning in your life and relationships.
It’s hard to ask for support when you’re used to being self-sufficient. Therapy doesn’t mean you’ve failed — it means you’re ready to do what it takes to create a shift. With warmth, honesty, and practical guidance, I offer a grounded, thoughtful space for reflection and real change. Ready? Click on my website link and schedule your free consultation today!
Call or Dr. April E. House now for a free 15 minute consultation - (818) 946-0148

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pasadena, CA 91101

(818) 946-0148

Calabasas, CA 91372

My website
I offer online sessions and flexible scheduling, including evening hours, to make access to therapy or coaching as convenient as possible
I specialize in Perfectionism and Body Image, Anxiety and Infidelity 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (818) 946-0148
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pasadena, CA 91101

(818) 946-0148

Calabasas, CA 91372

My website
I offer online sessions and flexible scheduling, including evening hours, to make access to therapy or coaching as convenient as possible
I specialize in Perfectionism and Body Image, Anxiety and Infidelity 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Horizon BlueCross/BlueShieldNewJersey
  • Independence Blue Cross Penn
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • Providence
  • Out of Network
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I am an out of network provider for other insurance companies, but I can provide a superbill and pointers for clients to seek reimbursement. Ask me about how you may qualify to pay only a co-pay up front, avoid higher out of pocket expenses and skip waiting for reimbursement!
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 946-0148
"
I am an out of network provider for other insurance companies, but I can provide a superbill and pointers for clients to seek reimbursement. Ask me about how you may qualify to pay only a co-pay up front, avoid higher out of pocket expenses and skip waiting for reimbursement!
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 946-0148

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 52270 April E. House
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Phillips Graduate Institute, Graduated 2008
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Treating Sexual Disorders / 2011
  • Degree/Diploma from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Doctorate of Psychology / 2016
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I have extensive experience and training in working with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, sexuality, infidelity, and anxiety disorders.
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 946-0148
"
I have extensive experience and training in working with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, sexuality, infidelity, and anxiety disorders.
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 946-0148

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Perfectionism and Body Image
  • Anxiety
  • Infidelity

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Couples dealing with ADHD
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (818) 946-0148
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (818) 946-0148


Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Couples' Coaching/Infidelity Coaching
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Perfectionism Recovery Coaching
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based
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We will collaborate every step of the way and I will help you tune in to what feels "right" for you. I approach every session with curiosity and openness, and I will check in as we go to ensure you feel heard and understood in this process. We may experiment with different approaches, and unlike "talk" therapy, I will explain the tools I am teaching you so you can confidently use them on your own.
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 946-0148
"
We will collaborate every step of the way and I will help you tune in to what feels "right" for you. I approach every session with curiosity and openness, and I will check in as we go to ensure you feel heard and understood in this process. We may experiment with different approaches, and unlike "talk" therapy, I will explain the tools I am teaching you so you can confidently use them on your own.
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 946-0148

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Pasadena, CA 91101

(818) 946-0148

Additional Location

Calabasas, CA 91372

(818) 946-0148
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I offer online sessions and flexible scheduling, including evening hours, to make access to therapy or coaching as convenient as possible
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 946-0148
"
I offer online sessions and flexible scheduling, including evening hours, to make access to therapy or coaching as convenient as possible
Photo of Dr. April E. House, Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Dr. April E. House
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 946-0148