Dr. April Hortman is a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience helping individuals move through loss, transition, and emotional overwhelm toward meaningful change. Specializing in grief and trauma, she brings a rare depth of understanding to her work. Her approach is rooted in both clinical expertise and a profound respect for the human capacity to adapt and heal.

Through her private virtual practice in New York, Dr. Hortman offers psychotherapy for adults seeking thoughtful, tailored support as they navigate life’s most difficult moments. Her approach integrates emotional insight with a strong grounding in the biological and psychological aspects of grief. She helps clients not just process their pain, but reshape their lives.

While her clinical work is at the heart of what she does, Dr. Hortman is also a trusted mental health consultant and educator. She collaborates with professionals, organizations, and community groups to develop trainings and lead workshops on emotional resilience, ethical leadership, and burnout prevention. Her consulting practice supports those who support others, bridging her therapeutic insight with practical tools for long-term growth.

Whether in one-on-one sessions or public programming, Dr. Hortman is committed to creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and equipped to move forward.

She holds a Ph.D. in Human Development and is a licensed clinical social worker (LMSW) in New York.