Misty Spencer, LCSW
- CBT and solution-focused
- Supports trauma recovery
- Flexible online sessions
About Misty Spencer
Misty has served as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 7 years and has worked in the social work field for 18 years. She brings experience with adults and teenagers, and with people who have lived through trauma or are managing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Her primary clinical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, and she also draws on mindfulness-informed techniques when helpful.
Her style is supportive, strengths-based, and goal-oriented. Misty assists clients in navigating trauma, attachment concerns, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and related challenges, offering practical strategies to practice between sessions. She frames therapy as a courageous step toward a more fulfilling life and provides steady support throughout that process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Misty Spencer have?
Misty Spencer has 7 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Is Misty Spencer a licensed therapist?
Yes. Misty holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are IL LCSW 149.020584.
In which languages does Misty Spencer provide therapy?
Misty Spencer provides therapy in English.
Where is Misty Spencer located?
Misty Spencer is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Misty Spencer as my therapist?
You can work with Misty Spencer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Misty Spencer work with international clients?
Misty Spencer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Misty Spencer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. It focuses on practical skills and tools that can reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on identifying a client’s strengths and goals and building small, achievable steps toward the future they want. This approach is often useful for navigating life transitions, relationship concerns, and goal-oriented work. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention to thoughts and feelings, which can support emotion regulation, stress management, and coping with rumination.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Misty works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan based on progress and feedback. The choice of techniques evolves from the client-therapist work together rather than being fixed in advance.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions may occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access support around work, family, or geographic constraints. These remote options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice skills between meetings, while accommodating varied schedules and life demands.