My whole experience has been amazing and I couldn't have been matched up with a better therapist. Frederick Potter has really helped me explore my thoughts and emotions to become the confident person I'm becoming today.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Frederick

Coping Skills, Trauma / PTSD, Military / Veteran

Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Couples/Marriage Counseling

Online in Florida

23 years in practice

Ages served: 14-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Frederick accepts 34 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

AvMed

AvMed | Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Carelon | Medicare Advantage

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield

Florida Blue | Medicare Advantage

Health First Health Plan

Health First Health Plan | Medicare Advantage

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medica

Medicare FL

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Frederick

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.

"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."

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

Mr. Potter is indeed the best. Great listener and very helpful in resolving issues. I would highly recommend him to everyone...

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Frederick

My whole experience has been amazing and I couldn't have been matched up with a better therapist. Frederick Potter has really helped me explore my thoughts and emotions to become t....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Frederick

Get to know Frederick

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I believe strongly that I entered into the counseling profession with the desire to serve others. I recognize that I am serving in the mission field as a counselor, and that the client’s needs are the upmost importance.

What types of clients do you work with best?

Those who are ready to take that first step and together we will come to an understanding of life’s challenges.

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

Children, single parents, families, married, and veterans.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

I am here to guide and support them.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

The flexible platform and being able to work independently.

What inspires you?

My belief in myself to be able to help others meet their goals.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

That the client feels safe, understood and a plan for change.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

To develop a treatment plan that meets the clients goals.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

That I am kind and compassionate.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I like to work and play outdoors with family.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesCoping Skills, Trauma / PTSD, Military / Veteran, Grief, Divorce, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Addiction, Sexual Abuse, ADHD, Women’s Issues, Self Esteem, Behavioral Issues, Domestic Abuse

ApproachesPsychoanalytic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Any / Eclectic, Family Systems, Existential Therapy, Attachment-Based, Relational, Reality Therapy, Positive Psychology, Play Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Jungian, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gestalt, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Adlerian, Humanistic / Rogerian, Christian Counseling