Stephen Groce, LMHC
Compassionate Indiana LMHC for families and trauma recovery
- Trauma-informed care
- Family and parenting support
- CBT and motivational interviewing
About Stephen Groce
Stephen Groce is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana who brings more than a decade of experience in mental health and social services to his work. He earned a BA in Psychology from Earlham College, where he also lettered in football and track, and completed a MS in Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. His clinical background spans residential treatment settings, acute psychiatric hospitals, and wraparound care teams providing community-based and home-based services, equipping him to support people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, mood challenges, relationship and family difficulties, parenting concerns, grief, career transitions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and related issues.
Known for a flexible, down-to-earth manner, Stephen describes himself as caring, open-minded, honest, and often funny, and he centers respect for each person throughout the counseling process. He is a certified racial equity trainer and an active mental health advocate, and his faith in God informs his perspective while he remains attentive to diverse beliefs and life experiences. Stephen aims to help clients identify what works for them and to co-create practical strategies to meet their goals.
His therapeutic style blends trauma-focused cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered, solution-focused, reality-based methods and motivational interviewing, tailoring interventions to each person s needs and pace. He emphasizes authenticity and collaboration to support individuals and families in moving toward improved coping, healthier relationships, and the best version of themselves.
Known for a flexible, down-to-earth manner, Stephen describes himself as caring, open-minded, honest, and often funny, and he centers respect for each person throughout the counseling process. He is a certified racial equity trainer and an active mental health advocate, and his faith in God informs his perspective while he remains attentive to diverse beliefs and life experiences. Stephen aims to help clients identify what works for them and to co-create practical strategies to meet their goals.
His therapeutic style blends trauma-focused cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered, solution-focused, reality-based methods and motivational interviewing, tailoring interventions to each person s needs and pace. He emphasizes authenticity and collaboration to support individuals and families in moving toward improved coping, healthier relationships, and the best version of themselves.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen Groce have?
Stephen Groce has 10 years of experience in the mental health and social service arena.
Is Stephen Groce a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: IN LMHC 39003904A.
In which languages does Stephen Groce provide therapy?
Stephen Groce provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Groce located?
He is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Stephen Groce as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen Groce through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen Groce work with international clients?
Yes. Stephen Groce works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Groce 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 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 with Stephen Groce
Stephen Groce often integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing when working with clients online. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where the person s own goals guide the work and the therapist supports growth through active listening and validation. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to improve daily functioning. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, useful for issues like career transitions, substance use concerns, and commitment to new coping strategies.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Stephen works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. He will discuss options, try strategies, and adjust the plan as progress and circumstances evolve.
Online therapy with Stephen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and greater access to care. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.