Carol Gross, LCSW
Experienced LCSW focused on meaningful change
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness and coping skills
- 25 years experience
About Carol Gross
Carol Gross, LCSW, brings 25 years of clinical experience to her practice in Utah and approaches each person with the conviction that people are inherently remarkable. She has focused her career on psychology, human behavior, and data analysis, and has worked with individuals facing anxiety, stress, depression, mood disorders, addiction, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, autism spectrum challenges, grief, hospice-related issues, and many related concerns.
Before moving into clinical work, she began professionally as a computer systems analyst, a background that informs a thoughtful, analytical approach to case formulation and treatment planning. She holds dual professional licenses - she is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a credential that reflects training in assessment and therapeutic interventions, and she is also a licensed behavior analyst, a credential focused on applying principles of behavior to support meaningful change.
Her clinical work leans heavily on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), integrating mindfulness and behavioral strategies to help people increase psychological flexibility and build effective coping behaviors. She commonly uses the ACT Matrix as a practical tool to help clients sort values, actions, and uncomfortable experiences. Across work with individuals and families she emphasizes noticing discomfort, clarifying values, and taking values-guided action to create a more purposeful and satisfying life.
Her goal is to help people understand what their pain is signaling, identify actionable strategies, and strengthen habits of coping, focus, and presence that support long-term change. She invites those ready to explore their values and take practical steps toward well-being to consider working together on that journey.
Before moving into clinical work, she began professionally as a computer systems analyst, a background that informs a thoughtful, analytical approach to case formulation and treatment planning. She holds dual professional licenses - she is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a credential that reflects training in assessment and therapeutic interventions, and she is also a licensed behavior analyst, a credential focused on applying principles of behavior to support meaningful change.
Her clinical work leans heavily on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), integrating mindfulness and behavioral strategies to help people increase psychological flexibility and build effective coping behaviors. She commonly uses the ACT Matrix as a practical tool to help clients sort values, actions, and uncomfortable experiences. Across work with individuals and families she emphasizes noticing discomfort, clarifying values, and taking values-guided action to create a more purposeful and satisfying life.
Her goal is to help people understand what their pain is signaling, identify actionable strategies, and strengthen habits of coping, focus, and presence that support long-term change. She invites those ready to explore their values and take practical steps toward well-being to consider working together on that journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carol Gross have?
Carol Gross has 25 years of experience in clinical work.
Is Carol Gross a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: UT LCSW 5633817-3501.
In which languages does Carol Gross provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Carol Gross located?
She is located in Utah.
How can I work with Carol Gross as my therapist?
You can work with Carol Gross through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carol Gross work with international clients?
Carol Gross does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carol Gross cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Carol Gross
Carol Gross commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most to them. ACT emphasizes values, mindfulness, and increased psychological flexibility so clients can act in ways that align with a meaningful life despite discomfort.
She also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is useful for addressing anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and many everyday challenges by teaching strategies for problem solving and behavioral change.
Mindfulness practices are woven into her work to strengthen present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, supporting skills for stress management, emotion regulation, and improved focus.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Carol will work with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Over time she adapts strategies based on how a client responds, aiming to build a tailored plan that feels manageable and meaningful.
Online therapy offers flexible options for connecting - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access licensed professionals from different locations. These formats support continuity of care and practical access while allowing therapists and clients to work together toward clear goals.