- Men's wellbeing
- Practical coping
- Mindful approaches
About Dale
Dale Potter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 18 years of experience. He focuses on men's wellbeing among many common life challenges. He aims to make starting therapy feel manageable and straightforward for people who are nervous about the first step.
He uses a flexible, person-centered style that adapts to each client's needs. Sessions are conversational and practical. He listens for what matters most and helps set simple goals to guide the work.
Clients come for help with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and addiction concerns. He also supports people navigating ADHD, autism spectrum issues, grief, career questions, and midlife transitions. He will tailor conversations to concerns like intimacy, self-esteem, and communication difficulties.
Dale often draws on mindfulness practices and solution-focused steps to build coping tools. When trauma is part of the story, he works with trauma-focused approaches to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day functioning. He places emphasis on respectful, compassionate dialogue at every stage.
He describes his approach as creative and collaborative. That means trying different ways to understand a problem and choosing what fits the person rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. If someone wants to explore spiritual questions, identity, or life purpose, he makes room for those topics within the therapy process.
How these approaches work for online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and tailoring the conversation to each person. The therapist follows the client's lead, helping clarify what matters and what goals to set. This approach helps when someone needs an open, nonjudgmental place to talk about identity, stress, or life direction.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. Clients learn short exercises and ways to notice thoughts and emotions. This can be useful for anxiety, sleep troubles, and impulsivity issues.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, concrete steps toward change. Sessions look for what already works and build from there, which is helpful for managing stress, improving communication, or setting career and life-purpose goals.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through options with the person and try techniques that match their needs and goals. If something in the first sessions doesn't fit, the plan is adjusted together until it does.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, since specific options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also allows continuity when life changes make in-person visits difficult. Licensed professionals can use these benefits to support steady progress without promising a specific outcome.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dale commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, grief, and related concerns such as intimacy and self-esteem.
What is his typical therapy style?
He uses a client-centered approach that is flexible and conversational, often including mindfulness and solution-focused methods to build coping skills and reach short-term goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health and life transition issues.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He is licensed in Michigan and holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.