Casey Portner LMHC, CAP
Primary Therapist and Clinical Director
Casey Portner LMHC, CAP is the owner and director of all counseling services at CSWFL and the Cypress West therapy program. Casey is a Certified Addictions Professional who received his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and his master’s degree in Counselor Education from Florida Atlantic University. Casey has completed focused course work on the physiological aspects of drug addiction and human psychology, as well as received extensive training on counseling for co-occurring disorders. Casey specializes in the provision of Individual, group and family therapy, and has provided these therapies in both an outpatient and hospital setting.
Therapeutically, Casey employs an eclectic approach utilizing evidenced based practices proven in facilitating the change process in the lives of those dealing with addictions. These practices include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Stages of Change Model, Solution Focused Therapy and the Twelve Step Model. It is Casey’s belief that the change process occurs differently for everyone and a key to success is to match the appropriate technique or combination of techniques with the individual seeking help. Casey is gifted in his ability to connect with the individuals he works with through the creation of a partnership grounded in trust and mutual respect. By creating a safe, warm and empathic space, coupled with the skilled application of the above techniques Casey has been extremely successful in helping individuals overcome their addictions and the many problems that accompany them including interpersonal, educational, familial, relational, occupational and financial.
CSWFL is excited to bring Casey and his over 13 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults and adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders to Naples.
Melissa Turvey Seabury, LMHC
Primary Therapist
Melissa is a Supervisor and Primary Therapist at both of our Airport Road South and Golden Gate locations in Naples, Florida. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Hodges University and has been working in this field for the past four years. Melissa continues to broaden her education and is currently working towards her EMDR certification. As a Counselor, Melissa has worked with individuals with domestic abuse, sexual abuse, substance abuse, and trauma. She is often called to advocate for her clients and has experience working in conjunction with case managers, the judicial system and other health-related professions.
Melissa also has experience with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression and Bi-Polar Disorder. Her clientele includes children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and group settings. Melissa’s therapeutic focus is person-centered and strength-based. She believes in an eclectic approach in order to meet the client where they are and use the appropriate strategies that will assist them in achieving both their short and long-term goals.
Tyler Weber
Primary Therapist
My name is Tyler Weber and I am primary therapist at Counseling of Southwest Florida In Naples, Florida and Therapy Treatment Team in Fort Myers. Florida. I offer counseling in person and remotely to provide a variety of options to serve client’s counseling needs. I believe counseling is a collaborative process and I value developing a strong therapeutic relationship with clients to better assist them in reaching their treatment goals and objectives. I specialize in emotional regulation, domestic violence, trauma, and substance abuse. I also have experience counseling individuals seeking treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and paraphilic disorders. I primarily work with individuals, but also offer a group for Anger Management Counseling. My primary interventions for treatment come from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidenced based theoretical orientation that emphasizes the relationship between our thoughts, feelings, and actions.
If you feel I could be of service to you or someone you know please reach out to me and we can get you scheduled at my earliest availability. ”
Jessica Betten
Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
My name is Jessica Betten, and I an RCSWI. As a counselor, I have experience working with both individuals and groups. I specialize in the treatment of addiction and trauma. Though my therapeutic focus is generally solution-focused and strengths-based approach, I am able to adjust to what modality best suits my client. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, and domestic violence. I believe the alliance developed through the therapeutic process is paramount to growth within our work together. I work hard to provide a safe space for my clients to become vulnerable and allow the necessary changes within themselves to occur for success within the therapy.
Riley Burke
Therapist
Riley Burke received her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2022. She also graduated from FGCU in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Gender Studies. Riley has experience working with drug/alcohol addictions, anxiety, depression, and stress management/various life stressors. Riley is also very passionate about sexuality and sexual-related concerns. Riley started her professional internships and career working in substance abuse counseling, conducting both individual therapy and various group therapies including relapse prevention, medical assisted therapy, and substance abuse education group therapy. Riley is a firm believer in there is a “no one size fits all approach” and thus practices an integrative approach that is tailored to the individual’s needs. She attempts to use a theoretical approach that fits with both the client’s personality and presenting issues in counseling. Riley likes to use client-centered approaches, specifically focusing on strengths, in hopes to create a safe and comfortable space where growth can flourish.
Carina Rivera
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Hello, my name is Carina, and I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with the state of Florida. I graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. This passion has led me to work with empowering children and adolescents at a domestic violence shelter and helped provide and create curriculum for theraplay-based groups for children. In private practice, I have experience with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, PTSD/trauma, stress, families, substance use, and behavioral related concerns. I believe that the therapeutic relationship and meeting your child where they are developmentally are key components in treatment.
As a therapist, I use an integrated approach where I collaborate and individualize each counseling style with the needs of your child, not limited to play therapy, person-centered therapy, CBT, SFBT, trauma-focused, attachment-based interventions, and more. My desire is to help reach your child’s goals while also consulting with you, the parent, and build a collaborative relationship to meet your child’s needs and provide a safe and caring treatment environment to work towards their mental health. I am looking forward to the opportunity to work with your family