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April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
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April McDowell

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

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Reston, VA 20190
Let's Connect (703) 635-3965
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Welcome to all Virginia couples via telehealth sessions! Has your relationship been a struggle lately? Or are you engaged but want to make things stronger before marriage? 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 18 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 18 years of experience treating couples and families, and 11 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!
Call or April McDowell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (703) 635-3965

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Decision Point Therapy LLC

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 635-3965

Virginia Beach, VA 23454

My website
Accepting new couples and singles in 2025!
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Infidelity 
$225 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Decision Point Therapy LLC

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 635-3965

Virginia Beach, VA 23454

My website
Accepting new couples and singles in 2025!
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Infidelity 
$225 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

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.)
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965
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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.)
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0717001389 April McDowell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Attended University of Maryland, Graduated 2007
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from PREPARE-ENRICH Trained Facilitator / 2011
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (703) 635-3965

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
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April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (703) 635-3965
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (703) 635-3965

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.
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965
"
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.
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (703) 635-3965

Location

Primary Location

Decision Point Therapy LLC

Reston, VA 20190

(703) 635-3965

Additional Location

Virginia Beach, VA 23454

(703) 635-3965
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Accepting new couples and singles in 2025!
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (703) 635-3965
"
Accepting new couples and singles in 2025!
Photo of April McDowell, Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
April McDowell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (703) 635-3965