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As someone who has dealt with the mental health system personally, I am someone who understands how it feels to find someone who i...
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As someone who has dealt with the mental health system personally, I am someone who understands how it feels to find someone who is willing to listen and be heard.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern with 5 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages through emotional and behavioral challenges. In my practice, I work with children, adolescents, men and women experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, autism, behavioral concerns, or grief. My goal is to help clients heal from past pain, develop healthier coping tools, and rediscover their resilience in a compassionate and supportive environment.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Florida. I’ve served as a crisis counselor and grief counselor, helping children and adults process trauma and navigate life’s challenges. I often use cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to guide clients toward meaningful growth and lasting change.
Healing isn’t always a straight path, but you don’t have to walk it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way with empathy and understanding. When you’re ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment with me so we can begin your journey toward emotional wellness together.
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My style is direct and conversational, and I create a space where you can be yourself without filtering. I’ll respond with honesty...
My style is direct and conversational, and I create a space where you can be yourself without filtering. I’ll respond with honesty, clarity, and practical support to help you gain insight and make meaningful momentum towards your goals.
Alexander “Alex” Davidson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years in the private practice sector and a total of seven years of experience in the mental health field. He is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges in a safe, non-judgmental space. He has supported trauma survivors, individuals facing sexual concerns or addiction, and frequently works with teens and young adults to build resilience and coping skills. Alex also specializes in supporting first responders and military personnel with the unique stressors of their professions. His ideal clients seek honest, straightforward feedback with compassion as they work toward healing, clarity, and lasting growth.
Alex earned a Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Florida. He combines a direct, conversational style with compassion to help clients face life’s challenges head-on. Alex specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive reprocessing therapy, biofeedback, and ART therapy.
Alex understands that reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, and he offers a safe, non-judgmental space to be yourself. With honesty, compassion, and clear guidance, he helps clients facing trauma, stress, or life transitions build resilience and healing. He invites those ready for change to take the first step toward well-being.
I believe therapy provides a personalized journey for clients to explore their story, trauma, and identity at their own pace withi...
I believe therapy provides a personalized journey for clients to explore their story, trauma, and identity at their own pace within a safe, non-judgmental space, leading to empowerment and an enhanced quality of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 7 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, mood disorders, eating disorders, and major life transitions. I have a strong focus on working with underserved populations and minority communities, supporting clients navigating identity development, cultural stressors, and systemic challenges. My work emphasizes culturally responsive, trauma-informed care in a safe and supportive environment.
I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Trauma-Informed Care, along with psychodynamic and attachment-based approaches. I help clients understand the root causes of emotional patterns, heal from trauma, and improve relationships through deeper insight and practical coping skills.
I recognize the courage it takes to seek support and am dedicated to ensuring each client feels seen, heard, and valued. I warmly welcome individuals from all walks of life who are seeking guidance, healing, and personal growth.
I’m here to listen, support, and help you navigate challenges with compassion and understanding so you don’t have to face them alo...
I’m here to listen, support, and help you navigate challenges with compassion and understanding so you don’t have to face them alone.
Marcus Hibbler is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Mental Health Intern with 2 years of extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults facing a wide range of mental health challenges including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Marcus is comfortable working with people of all ages and backgrounds, creating a welcoming and supportive environment where he administers personalized and effective care. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, Marcus is here to help you navigate your mental health journey with empathy and expertise.
Marcus received his Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health from Walden University. He primarily utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients develop practical skills to manage their mental health. Marcus may also use approaches including compassion-focused therapy, family systems, and motivational interviewing.
Marcus is dedicated to helping clients face life's challenges with understanding and support in a safe space where individuals of all ages can explore their thoughts and feelings and find their way forward. If you’re ready to take that first step toward positive change, Marcus is ready to meet you.
As a woman who has gone through life changes myself I can understand how sometimes we need someone to share with who isn't going t...
As a woman who has gone through life changes myself I can understand how sometimes we need someone to share with who isn't going to be biased. I can offer my clinical ear and nonjudgmental presence to you.
Kate Haller Danley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. She is a registered Military-Focused Care Trained Provider. She is partner in helping adolescents, and adults manage stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. She works with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Kate completed her Master of Social Work at Indiana University and has gone on to work in community mental health, the Veterans Administration, and private practice. She uses an eclectic approach to help her patients and considers herself a Life-Span Therapist.
It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. She is here to support & empower you in that journey. Please reach out and schedule an appointment with her today.
I believe in people and their ability to make changes, even when facing the most difficult obstacles....
I believe in people and their ability to make changes, even when facing the most difficult obstacles.
Denise Dydowicz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the mental health field for over 35 years. She specializes in supporting those struggling with substance abuse and their families. She also has a broad range of experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions. She enjoys working with clients who struggle with making changes and feel their problems are insurmountable. She likes helping others realize that no matter how difficult things are, they can make changes in their lives.
Denise earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Tennessee. She offers encouragement and a strength-based perspective. She is direct in her approach, and clients state that this is what they like about her. She has worked with a multitude of individuals and couples and has helped many make positive changes in their lives.
Denise sees counseling with individuals as a journey with the client and therapist. She feels privileged that someone is willing to share their pain and fears with her. She is always amazed at how much strength and resiliency each individual has and sees her goal as helping the individual see this in themselves.
My counseling style is compassionate and kind with direction, and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and em...
My counseling style is compassionate and kind with direction, and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and empathy. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels.
Fritz Potter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience with children, single parents, families, spouses, active duty, veterans, and the homeless. From his learnings and experience, Fritz has helped clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/trauma, substance abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Fritz also counsels people who have experienced physical and emotional abuse. He is a Master Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP).
Fritz earned his first Master's in Human Relations at the University of Oklahoma and his second in Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University. Fritz combines humanistic, holistic, and spiritual therapies along with solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive restructuring, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Fritz adapts the treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. His compassion and empathy for his clients’ help his clients feel safe and understood. It takes courage to seek help and create a happier, more productive life. If you are ready to take the first step, schedule an appointment with Fritz today.
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Karen: My approach to individual therapy starts with understanding what my client is experiencing and what has happened to them. Before unpacking the issues, I teach my client skills for managing thoughts and emotional intensity so they do not feel overwhelmed and flooded by their memories. I teach a lot of cognitive behavioral therapy skills and I utilize a lot of psychoeducation regarding behavior and why we do the things we do. I use body-mind therapies to treat trauma, PTSD, phobias, and emotional wounds. I am not a solution-focused therapist in the usual sense of the word, but I strongly encourage clients to become solution-focused in their thinking and choices.
Katherine: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is starting where they are. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages.
Karen: Tools I teach in individual therapy include:
Katherine: I use and teach a lot of coping skills.
Karen: I know a client is making meaningful progress when they have the energy and focus to engage in other activities. Many times I see their facial expressions begin to soften and they are noticing details previously overshadowed by the problem.
Katherine: I know that a client is making meaningful progress when small changes are being made in their lives.
Karen: Clients can enhance therapeutic progress between appointments by practicing the skills learned in sessions and reflecting on alternatives to their current perspective of the problems/issues being addressed in counseling. Self-help books can be a beneficial adjunct but are not a substitute for actual between-session practicing. It is the actual application of knowledge and skills that brings about change. It is also helpful to think about what to work on in session. As a therapist, I ask my clients what they want to work on or discuss. If they have no input, I have a skill ready for them to learn.
Katherine: Clients can supplement their time outside of therapy by journaling and doing mindful meditation.
Karen: To make the most of your first session, please complete all requested paperwork and assessments in your portal. While we do not diagnose from assessments alone, your responses may clarify and provide additional information to help formulate your diagnosis and treatment plan. Be able to provide information about your other healthcare providers and the medications you have been prescribed. Many clients do not realize this information is important for the counselor to know. While therapists try to be on time for each appointment, especially with new clients, please be aware that a session previous to yours may run a few minutes over due to an urgent need. It never hurts to extend to others the same courtesy you might want in similar circumstances.
Katherine: To prepare for your first therapy session, make a list of some of the top issues you would like to see change in your life.
Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.
Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Tampa is located off of W Spruce St, just north of Interstate 275 and southeast of International Plaza and Bay Street. We currently share a building with FIVE Labs and Elevate, Inc., and are neighbored by Papi’s Cafe, LGC Hospitality, and Awake Activewear. The closest bus stop to us is Lois Av @ Spruce St.
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