- Thoughts and habits
- Values-focused work
- Mindfulness tools
About Carol
Carol Gross is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 25 years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, mood struggles, addiction, and related life challenges. Her style is down-to-earth and practical, aimed at helping people change everyday thoughts and habits that get in the way of living well.
Carol began her career as a computer system analyst and later moved into clinical work and behavior analysis. Those early analytical skills influence how she structures sessions now. She draws on a mix of approaches to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and track what works.
Her approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive and mindfulness strategies. She uses concrete tools to help people name what matters to them and to take steps toward those values. Carol may use exercises such as the ACT Matrix to sort priorities and spot unhelpful habits.
People come to her for help with anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, trauma, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting stress, sleep and eating issues, and work or career strain. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver stress, and attachment-related worries.
In sessions she focuses on noticing thoughts and everyday habits, building coping skills, and increasing psychological flexibility. Her work is collaborative and goal-oriented, with attention to small, practical changes that fit a person’s life. Carol aims to help clients move toward a more meaningful and manageable daily routine.
Carol began her career as a computer system analyst and later moved into clinical work and behavior analysis. Those early analytical skills influence how she structures sessions now. She draws on a mix of approaches to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and track what works.
Her approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive and mindfulness strategies. She uses concrete tools to help people name what matters to them and to take steps toward those values. Carol may use exercises such as the ACT Matrix to sort priorities and spot unhelpful habits.
People come to her for help with anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, trauma, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting stress, sleep and eating issues, and work or career strain. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver stress, and attachment-related worries.
In sessions she focuses on noticing thoughts and everyday habits, building coping skills, and increasing psychological flexibility. Her work is collaborative and goal-oriented, with attention to small, practical changes that fit a person’s life. Carol aims to help clients move toward a more meaningful and manageable daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Utah
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on identifying personal values and taking small actions that match those values to build a more meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy trains simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which combination of ACT, CBT, or mindfulness best fits their goals and daily life. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people try tools and homework between meetings so new habits can be practiced in real life. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises like the ACT Matrix and mindfulness practices effectively in remote sessions, helping clients focus on everyday thoughts and habits wherever they are.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Carol help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addiction, trauma, grief, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems, parenting strain, and career or life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy alongside cognitive and mindfulness techniques to address thoughts and everyday habits.
What background does she bring to therapy?
Carol has 25 years of experience and a background that began in computer systems analysis before moving into clinical social work and behavior analysis.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.