Therapist profile
Stephen Groce, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Family and parenting concerns
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- CBT techniques
- Client-centered care
- Motivational interviewing
About Stephen
Stephen Groce is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Indiana with over 10 years of experience in mental health and social services. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family matters, parenting, grief, and issues around identity and self-esteem. Sessions are grounded in practical problem-solving and conversation rather than clinical jargon.
He trained at Walden University, earning an MS in Mental Health Counseling after completing a BA in Psychology at Earlham College. His background includes work in residential treatment, acute psychiatric hospitals, and community-based wraparound teams. That variety means he has experience with both crisis-oriented and longer-term supports.
Stephen describes his style as direct, down-to-earth, and sometimes humorous. He aims to help people identify what works for them and to build concrete strategies toward their goals. He also brings perspectives informed by faith and by his work as a racial equity trainer and mental health advocate.
Clinically he draws from client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused ideas, existential questions, and motivational interviewing. In practice he combines these approaches to fit the person in front of him and the problems they want to address.
People looking for help with parenting strain, adoption and foster care concerns, attachment and blended-family issues, or caregiver stress may find his background relevant. Sessions are conducted in English and he works with international clients when arrangements allow.
How sessions work
How Stephen’s approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. Online sessions using this approach tend to emphasize open conversation and reflection to clarify goals and next steps.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and tests practical changes. In an online setting CBT often involves short exercises, homework between sessions, and clear tools to try in daily life.
Emotionally-focused ideas pay attention to strong feelings and how they affect relationships and decisions. These methods help people name emotions and practice different ways of responding when relationships or family tensions are difficult.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the first weeks of work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and the problems they want to address. That plan can be adjusted as progress is made.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discuss format preferences when scheduling to match timing and practical needs with the therapeutic plan.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family or parenting concerns does he address?
He lists parenting, family problems, blended family issues, fatherhood issues, adoption and foster care, and caregiver stress among his focus areas. He helps individuals talk through these concerns and build practical strategies.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, down-to-earth approach that can include humor. Sessions focus on identifying what works and developing concrete strategies toward goals.
What is his experience background?
He has more than 10 years working in mental health and social services, including residential treatment, acute psychiatric hospitals, and community-based wraparound teams.
What credentials and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Indiana.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to people abroad?
Sessions are offered in English. He does accept international clients when arrangements permit.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be delivered.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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