David Potts, LCSW | Therapist in Florida

Anxiety and depression
Focus on relationships
Practical skill building

About David

David Potts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience. He focuses on common struggles like anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and codependency. He helps people who are dealing with relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, addiction, ADHD, and major life changes.

He meets people where they are and talks plainly about the issues that feel overwhelming. His style is open and engaging, with an emphasis on progress rather than perfection. He listens for patterns and root causes so small, practical changes can have a noticeable effect on day-to-day life.

David uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to manage strong emotions and Mindfulness practices to build present-moment awareness.

He also incorporates Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas to look at relationship patterns and existential themes when people wrestle with meaning and purpose. He adapts his plan as goals shift, working collaboratively so the steps feel manageable and realistic.

David's background includes outpatient and residential settings and work with people who have experienced trauma, loss, and substance issues. He has experience supporting teens who faced abandonment and adults navigating severe and persistent mental health conditions. He practices in Florida and offers sessions in English.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

David commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve functioning. DBT offers skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and building better interpersonal effectiveness. EFT looks at patterns in relationships and helps people understand emotional responses to create more secure connections.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and adjust methods as therapy progresses. This collaborative process helps pick techniques that fit the person and the problems they want to address.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting sessions into a busy life, reducing travel time, and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Licensed professionals can use different methods to make therapy work with everyday schedules and responsibilities.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgiveness Guilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does David help with?

He supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, codependency, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and related life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His approach is open and engaging with an emphasis on practical steps. He aims for steady progress and tailors methods to what each person needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 14 years of experience working in outpatient and residential settings and with people facing trauma, loss, and substance issues.

What are his credentials and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida and practices there.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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