Inspiring ambitious, sensitive humans to master Emotional Independence™ and good mental health—so they can lead, love, and live fierce.
Inspiring ambitious, sensitive humans to master Emotional Independence™ and good mental health—so they can lead, love, and live fierce.
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“Dr. Andelle’s voice is soothing and relatable, like talking to a wise friend who knows her science. Her insights make mental health feel accessible and real. Every time I hear her, I walk away calmer, stronger, and more capable.”
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About Dr. Aprile Andelle, LMFT
Dr. Andelle has been featured on NPR, PBS, and numerous podcasts spanning diverse themes and industries.
emotional independence is the new mental health
Dr. Aprile Andelle is a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, and creator of The Emotional Independence™ Framework. She teaches people how to stop carrying everyone else’s emotions and start mastering their own. With over 13 years and 10,000+ clinical hours with clients across five continents, her work bridges mental health, therapy and real life solutions—helping audiences move from self-awareness to emotional mastery.
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Dr. Andelle’s philosophy is simple: therapy gives you the insight, but Emotional Independence gives you the power. Her keynotes blend clinical expertise with grounded storytelling and humor, teaching audiences how to trust their emotions, regulate their energy, and hold their peace—no matter what, or who, tries to shake it.
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“I love how approachable Dr. Andelle makes mental health. She’s funny, warm, and deeply insightful. If I’d found her work earlier, I would have saved years of struggle. Her charisma makes you want to listen and take action.”
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Dr. Aprile Andelle Speaking Topics
EMOTIONAL INDEPENDENCE™: HOW TO STOP CARRYING WHAT ISN’T YOURS
Dr. Andelle’s signature keynote reveals the 4 Tenets of the EmI™ Framework—showing audiences how to stop carrying other people’s emotions and stop letting their moods or mess run your life. You’ll learn how to master your own emotions and never let anyone steal your choices, your joy, or your dreams… ever again.
DO I NEED THERAPY?™ THE TALK THAT STARTS IMPORTANT CONVERSATIONS
A powerful, stigma-breaking session on the real reasons people go (or don’t go) to therapy—and how to know what kind of support you truly need. Dr. Andelle breaks it down helping audiences recognize the signs, learn how therapy works, understand their options, and make confident decisions about their emotional well-being.
LOVE LANGUAGES: THE MASTERCLASS
An advanced take on the 5 Love Languages—how to evolve beyond the basics. Dr. Andelle teaches how to understand your top two, spot the gut-punches for each language, read the people you love, and make space for how love languages change. You’ll walk away knowing how to check in, re-test, and deepen emotional intimacy.
KEEP DEPRESSION AWAY: UNDERSTAND IT, HEAL IT, STEADY IT
Depression isn’t weakness—it’s a signal your system needs care, not criticism. Dr. Andelle teaches audiences what’s really happening beneath the surface, how to treat it with compassion, and the small, science-backed habits that help you recover—and lessen its return over time.
TRANSFORM YOUR ANXIETY: FROM OVERLOAD TO INNER STEADY
Anxiety isn’t your enemy—it’s information. Dr. Andelle teaches audiences to understand their mind’s signals and turn anxious energy into awareness, calm, and confident action—instead of spiraling.
RISE ABOVE YOUR TRAUMA: THE PATH TO PEACE AND PERSONAL POWER
Trauma doesn't always show up again to hurt you—often, it's to help you. Learn how to pay attention to cues and triggers, break free from emotional loops, heal old wounds, and develop the inner peace to move forward.
Places I've Spoken...
Joyful Courage Podcast: “Mental Spring Cleaning with Dr. Aprile Andelle"
Shared insights on mental wellness and parenting with empathy, humor, and emotional regulation tools.
God and Gigs Podcast: “Faith, Creativity, and Mental Health”
Explored how artists and professionals can protect their peace while creating from purpose.
WLRN | NPR | PBS South Florida: Expert Contributor on Mental Health
Featured in multiple interviews discussing resilience, depression, and community wellness.
Switchboard Podcast: “Ask an Expert: Self-Care Q&A”
Discussed emotional resiliency, wellness and mental health for organizations and leaders.
Do I Need Therapy?™ Legacy Podcast (Host)
20-episode series on therapy, anxiety, and mental health—5-star rated and beloved by listeners worldwide.
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Explore Podcasts Where I Talk Love, Life, and Mental Wellness — a curated playlist featuring Dr. Andelle’s most inspiring guest interviews across top shows on emotional wellness, therapy, modern relationships and even travel life.
“Aprile brings warmth, wit, and wisdom to every stage she steps on. She has a way of making psychology feel personal—like she’s talking directly to your soul. Every audience leaves lighter, more self-aware, and fiercely inspired.”
RICHRYAL, PODCAST REVIEWER
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EmI™ tips every week on how to thrive in life, love, and mental health.
It’s the age of Emotional Independence™—and you belong in it. Join my list for therapist musings on life, love, and wellness, plus EmI™ tips and positive psychology tools to help you stay grounded, steady, and fierce.
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Dr. Aprile Andelle, LMFT is the creator of the Emotional Independence™ Framework, licensed psychotherapist, and educator helping people stop carrying other people’s chaos and move through life grounded, steady, and fierce.
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