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April Viverette, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

April is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with April. View 2 reviews
Great news, April is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California, Illinois, and 6 more

Recent reviews

She was wonderful, and she is an expert in her field, and I will be rescheduling another session with her.

Reviewed January 2025

I couldn’t meet with April. I’m not sure if there were technical issues but I logged in and couldn’t see her, hear her, and didn’t received any messages back from her. I’m hoping to reconnect with her at a later date.

Reviewed September 2025

More about April

  • More than 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Dr. April Viverette is a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health therapist who earned her BS in Psychology from Jackson State University, MSW from University of Houston, MBA from Texas Woman’s University, and PhD at Our Lady of the Lake University. Dr. Viverette engages in evidence based clinical practice with people that may be experiencing stress and life transitions, depression, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, substance use, anger issues, workplace and family/relationship conflicts, mental health and substance use barriers to weight management, chronic pain, among others. April uses a trauma lens to work with clients aged 16 and older, adults as well as older adults, and couples. April is trained in treatment approaches that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Emotional Freedom Tapping, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and other therapeutic approach to include use of an Integrative Approach that is tailored to each client's unique strengths and areas client's seek to address in a behavioral health therapeutic space. April engages in teaching the next generation of students and clinical social workers, and maintains an active research agenda that is connected to the clinical services that she provides to her clients. Her favorite hobby is to swim and travel as her most recent travel destinations include Fiji, New Zealand, Thailand, & Cambodia.

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

Specialties

Anxiety Depression Individual Therapy Social Anxiety Panic Attack Insomnia Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Mental Health Problem Crisis Intervention Suicide Prevention ADD/ADHD Substance Use Disorder Addiction Alcoholism Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Postpartum Depression Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression Trauma Phobias

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused

Licenses

April Viverette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841744190.

  • LCSW · California
  • LCSW · Illinois
  • LCSW · Montana
  • LCSW · Ohio
  • LCSW · Oklahoma
  • LCSW · Oregon
  • LCSW · Nebraska
  • LCSW · Texas

About online healthcare

Affordable.
Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
Convenient.
Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
Available now.
No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.

Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.

Reviews for April Viverette

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

2 reviews

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Clients mention: Wonderful

She was wonderful, and she is an expert in her field, and I will be rescheduling another session with her.

Reviewed January 2025

I couldn’t meet with April. I’m not sure if there were technical issues but I logged in and couldn’t see her, hear her, and didn’t received any messages back from her. I’m hoping to reconnect with her at a later date.

Reviewed September 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Does April Viverette offer telehealth visits?

Yes. April Viverette works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does April Viverette speak?

April Viverette speaks English.

How many years of experience does April Viverette have?

April Viverette has more than 5 years of experience.

Where is April Viverette licensed to practice?

April Viverette is licensed to practice in California, Illinois, Montana, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Nebraska, and Texas.

Does April Viverette accept clients outside of the United States?

No, April Viverette does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does April Viverette offer?

April Viverette offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with April Viverette?

April Viverette can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with April Viverette?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.