Tricia Betters-Black , LCSW

Tricia Betters-Black is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 25 years of experience providing therapy for a broad range of concerns, including substance abuse, general mental health, grief counseling, and extensive work within the LGBTQ+ community. As an LCSW she is trained to offer psychotherapy and clinical support, combining clinical knowledge with practical guidance to help clients navigate life transitions and challenges.

Her therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and compassionate. She emphasizes listening carefully and offering feedback that helps clients reflect and make meaningful changes. Tricia adapts her approach to each person, drawing from client-centered work, motivational therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, and broader psychotherapy depending on individual needs.

Tricia believes in meeting people where they are and treating everyone with dignity and respect. She prioritizes clear communication and collaboration, encouraging open conversation about goals and progress. Recognizing that finding the right therapist can be difficult, she acknowledges the courage it takes to reach out and hopes to be part of each client’s journey toward greater well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that supports a person's self-exploration and growth. This approach helps individuals clarify values and goals and is often useful for relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and navigating life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is practical and goal-oriented, and can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and some addictive behaviors by teaching skills to manage symptoms and build healthier routines.

Mindfulness therapy encourages present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of experience. It can help people reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and respond to difficult feelings with greater calm and clarity.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Tricia works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.