Tricia Betters-Black, LCSW

Tricia Betters-Black is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 25 years of experience supporting people through substance abuse, mental health challenges, grief, and relationship concerns. She has worked extensively with the LGBTQ+ community and brings a warm, interactive, and compassionate approach to therapy.

Her practice adapts to each individual, recognizing that no two people are the same. Tricia draws from a range of evidence-informed methods including client-centered work, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based strategies, cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused tools, and general psychotherapy to meet clients where they are and help them move toward their goals.

Tricia emphasizes listening closely while offering constructive feedback that encourages open communication. She believes in treating every person with dignity and respect and in building a collaborative relationship that honors each client’s pace and preferences. Reaching out for help can feel difficult - Tricia acknowledges that step and aims to be a steady, supportive partner in the therapeutic process.

Approaches Used Online and How Virtual Care Helps

Tricia integrates client-centered therapy into her online work, creating a space where the person’s values and experiences guide the goals and pacing of care. This approach is helpful for clients seeking acceptance, stronger self-understanding, and a collaborative therapeutic relationship.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, and many day-to-day concerns where skills and strategies can lead to measurable change.

Mindfulness therapy is another element in her practice, offering simple attention and awareness techniques that can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation across a range of issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Tricia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Tricia is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from wherever you are, and choose the format that fits daily life while working toward meaningful change.