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David Potts, LCSW

  • Experience14 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About David

David Potts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience providing psychotherapy on the Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida and internationally.

Background and approach

He works with adults, young adults, and teens on concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

His background includes outpatient and residential settings and experience supporting people facing severe and persistent mental health challenges as well as those navigating life changes and losses. His therapeutic stance is warm, engaged, and practical.

David blends cognitive-behavioral approaches with dialectical and emotionally-focused techniques, existential perspectives, and mindfulness practices to tailor care to each person. He emphasizes exploring root causes while setting achievable steps toward improved functioning, favoring steady progress rather than perfection.

Clients can expect a collaborative approach that adapts methods to individual goals and circumstances. David accepts international clients and offers multiple session formats to suit different needs.

He encourages people taking an initial step toward change and frames therapy as a process of discovery and skill building, aiming to help clients move toward greater balance and resilience.

Approaches that guide online sessions and what they offer



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing concrete skills to change behaviors and emotional responses, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and some ADHD-related challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills to help manage strong emotions and improve relationships. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) works with emotional experience and attachment dynamics to deepen understanding of relational patterns and improve intimacy and connection.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and history to decide which methods or combination of methods fit best, and will adjust the plan as progress unfolds so care remains attuned to the client's needs.

Online work is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for differing schedules and life demands. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during transitions, travel, or busy periods, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver therapeutic techniques, skills coaching, and reflective support in accessible ways.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with a broad range of issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and family struggles, sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, and ADHD.
What is his overall therapeutic approach?
He uses a blend of evidence-informed methods including CBT, DBT, EFT, existential perspectives, and mindfulness to tailor treatment to each client's needs and goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 14 years of experience working in outpatient and residential settings and supporting people with a wide range of mental health concerns.
What credentials and location are associated with this therapist?
He is licensed as an LCSW in Florida under FL LCSW SW13643 and practices from Florida while accepting clients from other locations.
Can nonlocal or international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and has extended his practice beyond his local community to work with people in other countries.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide options that fit different schedules and preferences.
How are costs handled for therapy with him?
Cost varies with the client’s location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

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 stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / 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

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

What David can help with

David Potts works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and depression.

David works with individuals, teens, young adults, and adults of all ages.

How David approaches therapy

David's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

David is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Florida, with 14 years of clinical experience.