April Skidgel, LCSW, LSCSW, KS | Psychotherapist

About April Skidgel

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know April Skidgel

I'm April Skidgel, LCSW, LSCSW, Ed.S., a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong commitment to enhancing mental health and well-being. With licensure in five states, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to my practice, prioritizing individualized care that meets clients where they are. Currently, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Lucid Lane, I specialize in chronic pain coaching, medication taper management, and psycho-education on benzodiazepine and opioid withdrawal. My approach involves utilizing evidence-based interventions such as CBT, Mindfulness, guided imagery, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to empower clients and achieve desired outcomes. In my role as a Therapist , I focus on ensuring healthy student relationships, social-emotional health, and student safety. With a focus on continuous learning, I completed an Education Specialist in Mental Health in Schools from the University of Missouri and Restorative Practices training at Colorado State University. My educational journey also includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where I gained extensive clinical practice experience. I am passionate about promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, reducing barriers to success, and fostering mental wellness. Let's embark on a journey of growth and resilience together.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Depression

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Wellnite 2

Education and training

University of Missouri, Kansas City, Master's in Social Work
University of Missouri, EdS in Mental Health

NPI number

1780250951

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with April Skidgel?

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Is April Skidgel accepting new patients?

April Skidgel generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see April Skidgel's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does April Skidgel work with?

April Skidgel works with Wellnite 2.

What are common reasons for patients to see April Skidgel?

April Skidgel frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for April Skidgel on their profile.