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Tricia Betters-Black

Compassionate, practical care for complex life challenges

LCSW Florida

Experience
25 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, LGBT, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Tricia

Tricia Betters-Black is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience supporting people through challenges such as addiction, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues around body image and eating.

Background and approach

She has worked extensively with LGBTQ+ communities and brings a compassionate, interactive approach to each therapeutic relationship. Tricia emphasizes dignity and respect, listening closely while offering constructive feedback so clients can express themselves and move toward their goals.

Her practice adapts methods to fit each individual, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies. This variety allows her to address practical concerns like parenting stress, caregiver burden, substance and process addictions, hoarding, and end-of-life or hospice-related emotional needs.

Tricia aims to meet clients where they are, creating a warm environment that balances empathy with clear clinical guidance. Based in Florida, she provides flexible session formats and welcomes international clients who prefer remote care.

Prospective clients are invited to begin by completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling according to her availability.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Tricia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, and habit-related concerns. She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, providing a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s priorities guide the process and the therapist offers empathy and reflection. Mindfulness Therapy is used to build awareness and present-moment coping skills that support stress reduction and emotional regulation.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Tricia collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds and needs change.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care from Florida or when living abroad, and they let clients choose the communication style that best fits their daily life while working on practical steps toward their goals.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does she support?
She works with a broad range of issues including addictions, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, eating and body-image issues, parenting stress, and self-esteem.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is interactive, warm, and compassionate, combining attentive listening with constructive feedback to help clients engage actively in their progress.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
She has 25 years of clinical experience across substance abuse, mental health, grief counseling, and significant work within the LGBTQ+ community.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with the licence details FL LCSW SW12808.
Which languages and international availability are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients who choose to work remotely.
What session formats are available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is payment and cost structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English