April A. Farris, BA

Mental Health Counselor

Ms. April A. Farris is a Mental Health Counselor in Corbin, KY with special training and skill in working with individuals, groups and communities to improve mental health dysfunctions by discussing emotions and experiences, then prescribing custom holistic solutions. As a Mental Health Counselor, April A. Farris, BA performs assessments and diagnostics, psychotherapy, treatment planning, and crisis management. Mental Health Counseling is flexible, consumer-driven therapy that combines psychotherapy with practical, problem resolution strategies. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Mental Health Counselors include substance abuse, anger management, bullying, depression, anxiety, relationships, self-image, and LGBTQ issues. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Mental Health Counselors include listening compassionately, analyzing emotions and experiences, determining client goals and insights, developing holistic therapeutic strategies for good mental health.

Day Training/Habilitation Specialist

Ms. April A. Farris is a Day Training/Habilitation Specialist in Corbin, KY with special training and skill in creating and implementing customized programs to help patients participate in communities. As a Day Training/Habilitation Specialist, April A. Farris, BA performs direct support for patients. Day Training/Habilitation is support to help develop and maintain the life skills of patients with developmental disabilities. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Day Training/Habilitation Specialists include autism, Down's syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Day Training/Habilitation Specialists include self-care, communication and behavior management, socialization training, job coaching, improving adaptive living skills, enabling recreational activities, and providing transportation to all activities.

Individuals experienced or trained in working with developmentally disabled individuals who need assistance in acquiring and maintaining life skills that enable them to cope more effectively with the demands of independent living.