Carol Gross, LCSW
Experienced LCSW specializing in ACT and coping strategies
- ACT focused therapy
- Anxiety and trauma
- Mindfulness based care
About Carol Gross
Carol Gross is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Utah with 25 years of clinical experience helping people navigate anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addiction, trauma, anger, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum concerns, grief, and end of life issues. She combines a deep interest in human behavior with a background in systems analysis to bring a practical, thoughtful approach to therapy.
Carol frames healing as a process that often grows out of pain. Rather than avoiding discomfort, she supports clients in noticing what their difficult experiences are signaling and using that information to build meaningful change. Her work emphasizes increasing psychological flexibility, strengthening coping behaviors, and cultivating mindful attention to thoughts and feelings.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a central influence in her practice, and she frequently uses the ACT Matrix as a hands-on tool to help people sort values, actions, and internal barriers. She also integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral and client-centered approaches when appropriate, adapting methods to each person’s needs and goals. Carol is collaborative and goal oriented, and she aims to help people translate insight into sustainable changes that reflect what they truly value.
Carol frames healing as a process that often grows out of pain. Rather than avoiding discomfort, she supports clients in noticing what their difficult experiences are signaling and using that information to build meaningful change. Her work emphasizes increasing psychological flexibility, strengthening coping behaviors, and cultivating mindful attention to thoughts and feelings.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a central influence in her practice, and she frequently uses the ACT Matrix as a hands-on tool to help people sort values, actions, and internal barriers. She also integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral and client-centered approaches when appropriate, adapting methods to each person’s needs and goals. Carol is collaborative and goal oriented, and she aims to help people translate insight into sustainable changes that reflect what they truly value.
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.
Is Carol Gross a licensed therapist?
Yes, Carol Gross holds the credential LCSW which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: UT LCSW 5633817-3501.
In which languages does Carol Gross provide therapy?
Carol Gross provides therapy in English.
Where is Carol Gross located?
Carol Gross 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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
Carol Gross often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques in her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice internal experiences, clarify what matters most to them, and take actions aligned with those values rather than being driven by avoidance. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, trauma-related avoidance, and persistent life challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through structured strategies and problem solving, which can help with mood symptoms, anxiety, and coping skills. Mindfulness-based approaches teach present-moment awareness and compassion for difficult thoughts and feelings, supporting emotion regulation and stress management.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carol works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to what will be most effective for the individual.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of geographic constraints.