April
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Madison, WI 53703
Let's Connect (608) 927-5092
You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but life still feels heavy. You value working on your own terms, but managing all the moving parts—work, relationships, self-care—often feels overwhelming, leaving you drained and anxious. If you’re navigating life as neurodivergent without fully understanding your unique way of thinking or experiencing the world, meeting expectations can be exhausting. You want to live authentically, but it’s hard to know what that looks like. I see you. Together, we’ll explore how to let go of the pressures you’ve carried and make space for your true self to show up, without apology.
Imagine a life where you feel calm, balanced, and connected to yourself. Therapy can help you manage overwhelming thoughts, build resilience, and trust your own worth. Together, we’ll work toward a life where you feel in control, confident in relationships, and able to set healthy boundaries, free from self-doubt and aligned with who you truly are.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just need a space to process it all, I’m here to walk beside you. Let’s work together to find clarity and build a life that feels aligned with who you truly are.
Call or Email April Shields now for a free 15 minute consultation - (608) 927-5092
Let's Connect (608) 927-5092
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $155
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wisconsin Physicians Service (WPS) Health Solution
- Out of Network
April Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 927-5092
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Wisconsin / 5189-125 April Shields
- In Practice for 15 years
- Attended University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Community Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2009
- License: State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences 16679 / 2024
- License: Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies 0022648 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
April Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 927-5092
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- AuDHD
- Complex PTSD
- Coping Skills
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
April Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 927-5092
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- EMDR
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Somatic EMDR
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
April Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (608) 927-5092
Location
Additional Location
Milwaukee, WI 53225
(608) 927-5092Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
April Shields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (608) 927-5092