Hi! my name is David Potts and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working as a licensed mental health therapist on the Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida for 14 years. I have been with Better Help now for almost 5 years. I love what the online platform of Better Help offers to the clients with many options that are offered. I have been working as a psychotherapist/clinical social worker with individuals, teens, young adults and adults of all ages. I have also worked with the family dynamic for most of my career. Since working with Better Help, I have found that working outside my community and on this platform has extended my practice to many parts of the world! My area of expertise has been working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting dilemmas, stress in school or work, grief-loss, motivation, other life stressors. Other areas include working with Bi-Polar Disorders and ADHD/ADD. I have also worked with adults who experienced severe and persistent mental health issues that included schizophrenia, personality disorders, and alcohol/substance addiction and abuse. I have worked in many clinical settings including working in outpatient and residential settings. I have specialized working with teens who have experienced abandonment, loss of family, parents and/or home. Some of these teens also had a history of physical trauma, sexual or emotional abuse, and alcohol/substance addiction. My counseling style is open and engaging, and I approach all my clients with commitment and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, existential, psychodynamic, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapies. I will adjust my approaches and treatment plan to follow your individual needs and to meet your goals. I like to seek root causes of the issues that may be interfering with life that can sometimes become very overwhelming and frustrating that can interrupt with striving to have a better quality of life. I like to look at the cause and affect approach with the hope is that you can make the small changes necessary to find happiness. Progress not perfection is what I like to say. I am glad that you are taking this first step in seeking positive change. I am here to encourage and support you in your therapeutic journey! If is a new therapy experience, then I hope to be able to take you to your next step in finding what you are looking for. I look forward to meeting you and working with you!

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in the state of Florida with 17 years of experience. I have worked with people who have been challenged by trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety and life changing situations. I have additionally worked with people struggling with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. My approach is solution focused, client centered, client strength based with a focus of using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. When working with clients I strive to make their experience positive, genuine, respectful and safe. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have the strengths needed to make positive changes in your life. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage and I am glad you have decided to begin your journey. I look forward to meeting you and working with you to assist you in identifying your goals and achieving them.

I am licensed in Florida with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am a strong believer that everyone has the power within themselves to truly heal from any past hurts and to return back to their pure joyful state of existence and be happy in one’s life sometimes we just need a little hope and inspiration and guiding force to get back on track!!! I can be that guidance you may need !!!

I am licensed in Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Sometimes everyone needs someone to talk to. Someone who can provide an empathetic ear and a new perspective on life events and stressors. Individuals need guidance to learn new coping skills and methods to improve their quality of life. If you are experiencing anxiety or depression and looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist, you have found her. If you are looking to increase your independence, self-esteem, self-compassion, and motivation, I am here for you. Everyone can become overwhelmed at times and find it difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. If you are ready, I am ready to help you find that light and break free from the tunnel. My approach is client centered. I believe that everyone can overcome any life challenge. I offer a solution-focused approach to help individuals find a way out of their struggles. I specialize in motivational interviewing, narrative, and cognitive behavioral therapies. We will strive to change any unhealthy thinking patterns with healing as the objective. I would love to be a part of your journey into healing. I look forward to hearing from you.

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, parenting issues, & depression. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe we can change. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Florida and AL with 5 years of providing therapy services on an individual and group basis. I have over 24 years experience as a social worker. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey with kindness and compassion. I am an empathetic listener who is happy to help.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with over four years of professional experience supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. I collaborate with clients to identify areas for growth, set realistic and meaningful goals, and work toward improved well-being and fulfillment. I strive to create a supportive, open, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe sharing their thoughts and emotions. Seeking change and pursuing a healthier, more fulfilling life takes courage, and I am committed to walking alongside you with compassion and support throughout that process.

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring over two decades of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and life transitions with compassion and expertise. I specialize in addressing stress, anxiety, communication difficulties, and mood-related concerns. My approach is deeply rooted in fostering self-love, building resilience, and empowering clients to develop meaningful coping strategies. Drawing from extensive clinical experience, I create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their inner strengths, heal from past experiences, and cultivate more fulfilling personal and interpersonal connections. My work is guided by a commitment to understanding each person's unique journey and supporting their path toward emotional wellness. I am passionate about providing culturally responsive care that honors each client's individual experiences and identities. Together, we can work collaboratively to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.

I am a dedicated mental‐health professional with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and almost two years fully licensed supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments. My background includes extensive clinical work grounded in evidence‐based therapeutic approaches and a commitment to compassionate, client‐centered care. As a veteran, I bring a deep understanding of the unique stressors faced by service members, their families, and those navigating major transitions. I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders and relationship concerns. My goal is to empower every person I work with to build resilience, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.