Carol Gross, LCSW

Carol Gross brings 25 years of experience working with people facing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addiction, trauma, anger, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum concerns, grief, and hospice-related challenges. She approaches clinical work with a deep curiosity about human behavior and a background in data analysis, helping clients translate insight into practical changes that improve daily functioning and emotional balance.

Carol emphasizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a central influence on her practice, using mindfulness and values-based strategies to increase psychological flexibility and build coping skills. She combines this approach with elements of cognitive and behavioral work to help clients notice discomfort, choose meaningful actions, and reduce patterns that get in the way of the life they want. Her style is collaborative and grounded in real-world problem solving, helping clients sort priorities and strengthen behaviors that support well-being.

Carol holds an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker credential that denotes training and experience in providing psychotherapy and support for complex life challenges. She welcomes the opportunity to work alongside adults who want to better manage stress, relationships, grief, addiction, and other life transitions, and she uses practical tools such as the ACT Matrix to clarify goals and guide progress.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Carol Gross

Carol uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult feelings without getting stuck in them, clarify personal values, and take actions that align with what matters most. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions because it emphasizes mindful acceptance and committed behavior change.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and to develop practical coping skills. CBT can help with symptoms of anxiety, mood disorders, and problems like sleep or eating concerns by teaching concrete strategies to manage thoughts and behaviors.

Carol integrates client-centered principles to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and involved in setting goals. Determining the right mix of approaches is collaborative - she works with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Carol is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work and to maintain continuity of care during busy or changing seasons of life.