Carol Gross, LCSW - Therapist in Utah

ACT and mindfulness
Sleep and rest support
Practical coping skills

About Carol

Carol Gross, LCSW, draws on 25 years of experience to help people navigate overwhelming emotions and life changes. She frames her work around Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness, guiding clients to notice discomfort and take steps that match their values. Her style is straightforward and compassionate. She invites honest conversation and practical change.

Carol began her career combining interests in human behavior and data analysis. Over time she moved into direct clinical work, supporting people with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addiction, trauma, anger, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum concerns, and grief. Her background includes work in hospice and caregiving contexts, which shaped a practical, steady approach.

In sessions she emphasizes noticing what feels hard and using those observations to choose actions that matter. She often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy tools like the ACT Matrix alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques. She describes these methods as ways to increase psychological flexibility and helpful coping behaviors.

Carol aims to help people identify their values and experiment with small changes that fit daily life. She talks through strategies for sleep and rest, managing stress, and improving habits that affect mood and functioning. The work mixes gentle reflection with concrete skill-building.

Clients can expect a collaborative process that balances understanding with doable steps. Carol encourages questions and a paced approach so people can try new ways of living without feeling rushed.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that move a person toward a meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness therapy trains attention and awareness to reduce reactivity and build steadier mood and focus.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. That decision is made collaboratively, and it can change over time as needs and progress become clearer.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find it simple to practice skills learned in sessions during everyday routines, which can help with sleep, stress, and daily coping. Licensed professionals tailor pacing and techniques to each person’s life and goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorder

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stress Chronic 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 purpose Midlife 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

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, mood disorders, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep and parenting concerns, and ADHD.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She uses a values-based, practical style that blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive and mindfulness techniques to build coping skills and small behavior changes.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 25 years of experience working in clinical settings, including support for grief and hospice-related issues and long-term work with mood and anxiety conditions.

What credentials and region apply to this therapist?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and practices in Utah.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session formats before booking so you know which delivery options are offered at the time of scheduling.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.