Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

Chicago, IL 60605

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Spencer is a double board-certified severe mental illness psychotherapist, trained in organizational psychology, and author of Principles of Performance and control. He is experienced in treating individuals experiencing severe and complex anxiety illnesses. He specializes in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Phobia/Agoraphobia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. He utilizes treatment approaches such as (I)CBT and ERP. He includes a focus on ERP and offers in-person exposure work for clients experiencing strong levels of anxiety responses. He is co-founder of Midsommer Psychotherapy. Website: MidsommerPsychotherapy.com.

In addition to his work utilizing CBT and ERP, Spencer aims to help each client truly understand their symptoms and how to progress. The focus on psycho-education allows clients to feel empowered to manage the responses that they're experiencing. He has an open-ended and direct approach. He focuses on working with select clients to provide personalized care.

Spencer also provides prolonged ERP (half-day and full-day) for clients hoping to receive high-quality concentrated care. This is effective for patients with SMI such as OCD, Phobia, Agoraphobia, and GAD. Spencer invests fully in every client he is able to work with. He has worked all levels of care and specializes in complex and treatment resistant cases.

Call or Email Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 634-6684

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chicago, IL 60605

(312) 634-6684

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Phobias and Anxiety

Individual one-on-one therapy

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chicago, IL 60605

(312) 634-6684

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Phobias and Anxiety

Individual one-on-one therapy

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.017499 Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist
Degree/Diploma from MA, Industrial and Organizational Psychology MA
Degree/Diploma from MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA

Double board certified psychotherapist offering specialized treatment for complex anxiety.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 634-6684

Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

Double board certified psychotherapist offering specialized treatment for complex anxiety.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 634-6684

Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Phobias
Anxiety

Expertise

BFRB

I specialize within Severe Mental Illness and Treatment Resistant Cases such as patients experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Agoraphobia, Phobia's, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I also provide in-person prolonged exposure therapy for those wanting to accelerate treatment.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 634-6684

Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 634-6684

Spencer R. Potesta Psychotherapist

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

5 Endorsements

Nicole Ness

Counselor, LCPC, CST, PMH-C

Spencer providers effective and specialized therapeutic support for individuals struggling with phobias, obsessive compulsive behaviors, and complex anxiety. He's direct, collaborative, and committed in supporting his clients.

Rachel Berg

Counselor, LCPC, CADC

I highly recommend Spencer Potesta for clients who would benefit from treatment for complex anxiety disorders. Spencer is warm, compassionate, and highly skilled at what he does!

Christiana Romano

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

I have known Spencer personally and professionally for the last 4+ years. He is an extremely valuable psychotherapist and business owner. He is exceptionally knowledgable in his field and I would highly recommend working with him!