Sheet 1
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Grief counseling
About Tricia
LCSW in Florida with 25 years of experience, Tricia Betters-Black helps people facing addiction, relationship challenges, grief, depression, anxiety, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. She also supports concerns related to eating and body image, parenting strains, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and end-of-life matters.
She uses a direct, interactive style that centers on listening and practical feedback. Sessions focus on clear goals and concrete steps rather than abstract theory. The therapist combines client-centered conversation with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing when those fit the person's needs.
Tricia adapts methods to each person. She may use mindfulness exercises to reduce stress and bring attention to present experience. Solution-focused techniques are available when people want specific changes in a shorter time frame. She also addresses process addictions and substance-related concerns with approaches aimed at motivation and behavior change.
People can expect straightforward communication and regular check-ins about progress. The work often includes identifying unhelpful thoughts, planning small experiments to change behavior, and practicing new ways to handle difficult feelings. Feedback is offered during sessions to help people notice what is working.
Her practice emphasizes respect and dignity. She has a long history of work with the LGBTQ+ community and hospice-related care. Prospective clients who want to start should confirm current session options and scheduling details before they book.
Sheet 2
How her methods are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the person. It helps people clarify their priorities and feel understood so they can make decisions about change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and homework to test unhelpful beliefs and build different habits. Motivational Interviewing concentrates on strengthening a person's own reasons for change and is often used when substance use or behavioral patterns are an issue.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking in about how they feel, and shifting strategies if something is not helping.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time and making it easier to schedule shorter check-ins around work or caregiving. They also allow for using written tools, brief behavioral experiments between meetings, and shared worksheets during sessions to keep the work practical and goal-focused.
Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Sheet 4
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She addresses addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, eating and body-image concerns, parenting strains, and related topics such as hoarding and process addictions.
What is her therapeutic approach?
Her style is interactive and feedback-driven. She combines client-centered conversation with CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work as appropriate.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 25 years of clinical experience working across substance abuse, mental health, grief counseling, and LGBTQ+ community services.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How is cost handled?
Fees vary by location; sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.