Spencer R. Potesta
Co-Owner | M.A., M.A., LCPC, NCC
Spencer is co-owner of CCC and a double board-certified psychotherapist specializing in severe mental illness. With a focus on complex anxiety and trauma disorders—including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Phobia/Agoraphobia, and Depersonalization/derealization disorder (DPDR)—he utilizes evidence-based treatments like CBT and ERP to provide personalized, impactful care. Passionate about empowering clients and organizations, he blends his expertise in clinical and organizational psychology to foster resilience and growth.
Background
Spencer is a double board-certified psychotherapist specializing in severe mental illness, an expert in organizational psychology, and co-owner of CCC. With two master’s degrees—one in clinical psychology and one in organizational psychology—he brings a unique blend of hands-on clinical expertise and systems-level insight to his work. As an active clinician, Spencer is deeply committed to treating individuals with complex anxiety and trauma disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Phobia/Agoraphobia, Depersonalization/derealization disorder (DPDR), and the intricate intersection of complex anxiety and complex trauma. He is also the author of Principles of Performance and Control, where he distills his approach to empowering both people and organizations.
In his clinical practice, Spencer employs evidence-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), with a special emphasis on in-person exposure work for clients facing intense anxiety responses. He offers prolonged ERP sessions (half-day and full-day) for those seeking concentrated, high-quality care, particularly for severe and treatment-resistant cases. His approach is direct, open-ended, and rooted in psycho-education, empowering clients to understand their symptoms and take charge of their progress. Spencer invests fully in each client, drawing on his extensive experience across all levels of care to provide personalized, impactful treatment.
Beyond his clinical work, Spencer is passionate about organizational psychology, using his psychological expertise to help individuals, executives, and organizations achieve peak performance. As co-owner of CCC, he focuses on creating an optimal environment where clinicians and patients alike are supported, ensuring a space that fosters growth and healing. He is committed to making high-quality care accessible, breaking down barriers to effective treatment. Additionally, Spencer leads the Social Capital Foundation, a healthcare nonprofit where he concentrates on supporting healthcare access. Under his direction, 100% of donated funds are dedicated solely to providing healthcare resources for individuals and organizations in need. Splitting his time between treating patients, building organizations, and driving social impact, Spencer applies the same hands-on tools that guide his clients to foster resilience, excellence, and support across both individual and systemic levels.