My name is April De Higes, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working as a therapist for over 15 years. My education, professional training, and life experience are assets that I am proud of. Wanting to gain different experiences, I have worked in several settings including schools, outpatient clinics for adults, children, and families, residential programs for teenagers, foster care, medical insurance authorizing treatment for mental health care as well as supervising other therapists.
Dealing with my own life struggles has helped me have compassion for the people that I work with in counseling. Everyone goes through life transitions, but it is learning coping skills to help you get through difficult times that will ensure that you are successful in life. Life is a journey that is constantly changing. Change can be difficult. Let me help you get through the difficult times as well as encourage you during the happy times.
Finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with can be a challenge. Studies show that the therapeutic relationship is important in regards to a successful outcome. In counseling with me, you can expect support in achieving your goals, resolving your conflicts, being understood, and enhancing a sense of well being
University of California, San Diego
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Conejo Valley Mental Health Professionals Association-Clinical Member
MFC LICENSE #35513