I love working with Spencer. He really wants to see ME do better. He do NOT play games. He DO NOT sugarcoat and he gets straight to the point which is good since we are on a time limit. Spencer is the best!!
Victor "Spencer" Ferguson, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Victor is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Victor. View 26 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
I appreciate how he lends an ear, gets straight to the point, and is firm but fair in his expectations and holding me to them.
More about Victor
- 38 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia. I have 38 years of clinical experience working with many amazing people during their time of need. I have extensive experience helping others with general relationship issues, trauma, marital and parenting issues, substance abuse, self-esteem and self-perception improvements. I believe you are the expert in your story. I am prepared to listen and assist you in improving your situation. I believe you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things in life that challenge you. It takes courage to ask for help. I am ready to work with you in making your life happier and healthier. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
Victor "Spencer" Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316270283.
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904002947 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Victor "Spencer" Ferguson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I love working with Spencer. He really wants to see ME do better. He do NOT play games. He DO NOT sugarcoat and he gets straight to the point which is good since we are on a time limit. Spencer is the best!!
I appreciate how he lends an ear, gets straight to the point, and is firm but fair in his expectations and holding me to them.
Mr. Ferguson is always responsive and understanding of my needs. I greatly appreciate his assistance.
Spencer is easy to talk to, very nonjudgmental, intelligent, and helps work through issues.
Spencer and I vibed right out the gate. He’s made me feel seen, heard, and understood. I could talk to him for hours 10 out of 10.
Spencer gets all of the detail past and present to help me with future. He is no judgemental and does not negate or disqualify your feelings whether good or bad. Great therapist
Great guy great conversation very levelheaded
He's very understanding
Absolutely amazing! He is an incredible person! He has a warm, kind, and funny demeanor. I felt comfortable and was open within a few minutes! He is so helpful and I’m very thankful for him! Highly recommend!
Just started with Spencer - we seem to hit it off very well. I think I'll benefit a lot with his help.
He set me at ease and has helped me immensely.
Victor is a Godsend, his overall humbleness and sensitivity is so comfortable. He never made me feel less than human and that's all I ever needed out of a person. Thank God for you Victor.
Mr. Ferguson has reached out to me several times. This is much appreciated.
I have already recommended BH to numerous people - I even wrote a testimonial for my state dental association’s quarterly magazine. Spencer has been wonderful and I couldn’t be more thankful to have been matched with him right off the bat. He truly has made a difference in my life and his help has made me a better man.
Helpful
Spencer is very understanding and a great listener. He leaves feeling heard and with a step to move forward.
I’ve only had two sessions with Spencer but I am extremely excited that I was matched with him. He is very very easygoing and down to earth in the way he talks, and for me he is very relatable. We carry on well and from the first few minutes of our first session I could tell that he was an honest, respectful, very intelligent and kind individual who really hoped to make a difference in the lives of his patients.
Spencer is so easy to open up with and talk to. He listens to me and I feel comfortable sharing my concerns and my life. He makes me feel like me and my journey are important to him. I definitely recommend him as a therapist to others.
He’s great
I think Spencer is great, sometimes he wants to get more in to my past while I want to focus the present. Otherwise he gets all gold stars
I am very happy to have an amazing person like this to work with. I've been to many over the years and so far this is the best and most productive experience I've had. He is very easy to talk to and trust. He does go the extra mile to be compassionate , understanding and helps me talk through issues so I can identify issues that may need examined closer and worked on. This is exactly what I was looking for and have found. Id highly recommend him to anyone.
I just started talking with Spencer a few weeks ago and he gave me hope that I'll find solutions to my problems again. I felt hopeless-that I just need to accept that I'm not going to be happy anymore-,but he's helping me realize that there are indeed solutions and it's possible to be happy again.
Victor is a very friendly down to earth individual. He really listens to what you have to say and provides valuable feedback.
I’ve just begun to meet with Victor, and so far I’ve been enjoying our sessions. He’s warm and personable but it’s also clear he’s keen to dig under the surface, which is exactly what I’m looking for. Looking forward to seeing how things progress.
Victor listens and offers a different perspective on the way I think about my current situation.
Victor is open and personable. He's very easy to talk to and the conversations are always smooth and helpful.
Frequently asked questions
Does Victor "Spencer" Ferguson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Victor "Spencer" Ferguson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Victor "Spencer" Ferguson speak?
Victor "Spencer" Ferguson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Victor "Spencer" Ferguson have?
Victor "Spencer" Ferguson has 38 years of experience.
Where is Victor "Spencer" Ferguson licensed to practice?
Victor "Spencer" Ferguson is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Victor "Spencer" Ferguson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Victor "Spencer" Ferguson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Victor "Spencer" Ferguson?
Victor "Spencer" Ferguson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.