- ACT methods
- CBT tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Carol
Carol Gross is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Utah with 25 years of experience. She works with people who face anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, ADHD and a range of life stresses and losses. She also helps those coping with trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, and career or parenting strain.
Carol began her career as a computer systems analyst and later added clinical practice. That background shaped how she looks at behavior and data when helping people change habits. She says personal hardship influenced her approach and taught her how discomfort can push meaningful change.
Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior techniques, and mindfulness. In sessions she explains practical tools, practices noticing what matters, and helps people try new behaviors that match their values. She uses the ACT Matrix as a simple way to sort thoughts and actions.
Carol focuses on skills you can use day to day. She talks through ways to manage anger, reduce reactivity, handle workplace stress, and ease resentment that builds over time. She also supports people dealing with chronic pain, caregiver stress, and complicated medical issues.
Sessions aim to increase psychological flexibility so clients can move toward things they value. She emphasizes short, clear steps - noticing discomfort, naming it, and practicing small behavior changes that add up. Carol invites people who want practical, down-to-earth work on emotion and behavior to start the process.
How Carol uses ACT, CBT and mindfulness online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, then choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, anger, and chronic stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of early sessions. Carol works collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. She combines practical exercises, tracking, and short skills practice so the client and therapist can adjust what is working.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a workday break, sessions without video when bandwidth is limited, or scheduling around caregiving tasks. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep therapy practical and consistent with everyday routines. Ask about current session options when you sign up so you know how a plan will fit your schedule and needs.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, ADHD and related life stresses including grief, relationship strain, sleep and eating issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, using noticing and behavior change. She often uses the ACT Matrix to organize thoughts and actions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 25 years of experience in behavioral and mental health work, including early work as a systems analyst.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Utah and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.