Hello! I am Aneka Spencer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients in Illinois, Iowa, and Florida. I help individuals build coping skills, manage anxiety and depression, and improve self-esteem through a compassionate, strengths-based approach. With experience in community mental health, school settings, and Employee Assistance Programs, I’m here to support you in navigating life’s challenges and achieving your personal goals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. I will take notes and ask questions about your history to create an initial assessment. I try to make this a comfortable as possible. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
With five years of experience working with children, teens, and adults, I take a strength-based, empathetic, and honest approach to empower my clients. My greatest strength lies in my professional curiosity and ability to build genuine rapport, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel understood and free to explore their emotions and experiences.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
My ideal client is someone who’s ready to explore their inner world with honesty and care—especially those navigating self-esteem and/or life transitions. I’m particularly passionate about supporting individuals who are learning to reclaim their voice, reconnect with their strengths, and move forward with confidence.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
With experience supporting clients facing anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, I use CBT to help individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns that impact their emotions and behaviors. Together, we work on practical tools and strategies that promote healthier thinking and more balanced emotional responses.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Rooted in empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard, my approach is grounded in person-centered principles. I create a safe and supportive space where clients feel accepted and empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace.
Somatic
I incorporate somatic awareness into sessions to help clients better understand how emotions and stress are held in the body. Using gentle movement, grounding, and body-focused techniques, I guide clients in reconnecting with their physical selves to support emotional healing and regulation.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
In my practice, I integrate mindfulness techniques to help clients become more present and reduce stress and anxiety. Through breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and body awareness, clients learn to respond to life’s challenges with greater calm, clarity, and self-compassion.
Motivational Interviewing
I use motivational interviewing to support clients who may feel ambivalent about change. By fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental space, I help clients explore their own motivations, values, and strengths, empowering them to take meaningful steps toward their goals.