At a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, New Mexico / C-08275
- NPI
- 1689792947
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New Mexico
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Direct and compassionate
- Goal focused
- English sessions
About Spencer
Spencer Bedwell is an LCSW who helps people facing depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma find steadier ground. He focuses on simple, practical steps that reduce daily overwhelm and help rebuild self-esteem and purpose. Spencer writes in plain language and aims to make therapy feel accessible and direct for someone worried about the next step.
Spencer uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients notice unhelpful patterns and take small, manageable actions. He also draws on Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people reframe difficult experiences and identify concrete goals. Sessions center on what matters most to the individual and move at a pace they can handle.
In sessions Spencer helps people process trauma and post-traumatic stress, manage social anxiety and paranoia, and navigate stressful workplace problems. He also supports those questioning life purpose or facing a midlife crisis, and he has a focus on veteran and armed forces issues. Conversations aim to be clear, grounded, and focused on practical coping strategies.
Spencer has three years of clinical experience and practices in New Mexico. He holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, abbreviated LCSW. Therapy is offered in English and is intended for people seeking support with the concerns listed in his profile.
To get started clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location and therapist availability.
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How Spencer uses evidence-based approaches online
Spencer commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Motivational Interviewing focuses on building motivation for change by exploring values and small, achievable steps.
He also draws from Narrative Therapy to help people reframe painful experiences and from Solution-Focused Therapy to identify practical goals and next steps. These approaches are described and applied conversationally so clients can see what feels useful and try new strategies between sessions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process and will be a collaborative decision. The therapist will work with the client to match methods to goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful during early sessions. Adjustments are made as needed so the work stays grounded and actionable.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule by removing commute time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They can also help people access consistent care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. -
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Life purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesTherapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyExperience
3+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and related issues like low self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions focus on practical steps, gentle reflection, and setting achievable goals. The work aims to be straightforward and paced to the client's needs.
What is his clinical background?
He has three years of experience providing mental health support and focuses on trauma recovery, social anxiety, workplace concerns, and life purpose questions.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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