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Available both in-person and online
Providence, RI 02906
Being seen & being known by others. It's a deep longing. And also so scary! What if you told your friends how you were really doing? Your family about your wildest dreams? Or you partner how you feel beyond the surface? I help people lessen the fear & gain the power to build deeper, more meaningful connections. We do this in both couples therapy & one-on-one CBT. Through our work, you can learn to like yourself even when you have trouble seeing how others could. And you can learn how to step away from the self-judgment and judgement of others that gets in the way of loving ourselves and reaching for who or what is important to us.
Don't worry that we'll talk and you'll feel better for an hour but nothing will really get better. That's not good enough for me either. We'll make change in the session that leads to changes outside the session. We'll use Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy for couples of any gender or sexual orientation. I use CBT and ACT with one-on-one clients.
Even being known & seen by a therapist is scary. Pick whatever option makes it less scary: website, email, or by phone. You can even leave a msg without talking to anyone. Whatever format you use to contact me, you'll hear a friendly voice or receive an enthusiastic email back. I return every message and can't wait to meet you.
Take the first step to help. Call or April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist now - (401) 354-2744

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Quality Counseling of New England, LLC

Providence, RI 02906

(401) 354-2744
Website
In-office or walking sessions in RI. Telehealth: CT, IN, MA, NY, OH or RI. Early morning, daytime, evening options.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
My favorite part of counseling. Hint: it helps with self-esteem, anxiety, and relationships.
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Let's Connect (401) 354-2744
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Quality Counseling of New England, LLC

Providence, RI 02906

(401) 354-2744
Website
In-office or walking sessions in RI. Telehealth: CT, IN, MA, NY, OH or RI. Early morning, daytime, evening options.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
My favorite part of counseling. Hint: it helps with self-esteem, anxiety, and relationships.
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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By making smart use of our time together, you might get faster/better results with me than going with a generalist which might mean it costs you less than an in-network provider. I provide superbills to help you get reimbursed for costs by your insurance-happy to answer questions about this.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744
"
By making smart use of our time together, you might get faster/better results with me than going with a generalist which might mean it costs you less than an in-network provider. I provide superbills to help you get reimbursed for costs by your insurance-happy to answer questions about this.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744

Qualifications

    Counselor: April Lau

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Rhode Island / MHC00660 April Lau
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 18 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Counseling / 2025
  • Certificate from Boston University School of Social Work Cognitive Behavioral Interventions / 2012
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I'm dedicated to using the best of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT) to help couples and individuals.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744
"
I'm dedicated to using the best of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT) to help couples and individuals.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • Identity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • self hatred
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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Together, we'll get you unstuck. You are ready if you want less suffering, to feel happier, or to do more of what's important to you. In couples counseling, I'll help you bond with your partner. In one-on-one therapy we'll help you heal from trauma/PTSD, reduce anxiety, & increase your belief in yourself. People usually see improvements in the first few sessions.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744
"
Together, we'll get you unstuck. You are ready if you want less suffering, to feel happier, or to do more of what's important to you. In couples counseling, I'll help you bond with your partner. In one-on-one therapy we'll help you heal from trauma/PTSD, reduce anxiety, & increase your belief in yourself. People usually see improvements in the first few sessions.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744

7 Endorsements

Jennifer D Lish
Jennifer D Lish
PsychologistPhD
April Lau is a truly exceptional psychotherapist. I have had the privilege to be part of a peer consultation group run by Daniel Beck LICSW for eight years. In that context, I was able to get April Lau's expert advice on treating many patients. She is warm

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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We'll start by talking about why you decided to try therapy. We'll create a custom plan to use the best of my training and experience to help you reach your goals quickly. Most people notice improvements starting in the first few sessions.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744
"
We'll start by talking about why you decided to try therapy. We'll create a custom plan to use the best of my training and experience to help you reach your goals quickly. Most people notice improvements starting in the first few sessions.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 354-2744

Location

Primary Location

Quality Counseling of New England, LLC

Providence, RI 02906

(401) 354-2744
"
In-office or walking sessions in RI. Telehealth: CT, IN, MA, NY, OH or RI. Early morning, daytime, evening options.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (401) 354-2744
"
In-office or walking sessions in RI. Telehealth: CT, IN, MA, NY, OH or RI. Early morning, daytime, evening options.
Photo of April Lau - April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist, Counselor, LMHC
April Lau, LMHC Couples and CBT Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (401) 354-2744