- Direct communication
- Goal oriented
- Values respect
About Stephen
Stephen Groce is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana with over 10 years of experience in mental health and social services. He completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Earlham College and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. He has worked in residential treatment, acute psychiatric hospitals, and on wraparound care teams in community and home-based settings.
Stephen describes his style as flexible, caring, and down to earth. He values respect and honesty and blends a straightforward approach with a sense of humor. He frames therapy as a collaborative effort to identify what works for each person and to build practical strategies toward their goals.
He draws on several approaches to shape sessions, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused ideas, existential questions, and motivational interviewing. That mix lets him tailor sessions to stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, parenting concerns, grief, and other challenges listed in his specialties.
Stephen also brings experience supporting people dealing with adoption and foster care matters, attachment and blended family issues, caregiver stress, fatherhood concerns, and problems with communication, control, and commitment. He says faith is part of his life but that he respects many perspectives and adapts to each person’s background.
He works with people to set clear goals and build steps toward them. He aims to help clients find practical coping tools and clearer direction, so they can move forward with more confidence.
How his approaches guide online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. The therapist provides empathy and understanding while helping the person find their own solutions, which can help with stress, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical skills to change them. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and coping with life changes by breaking problems into clear steps and homework-style practice.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people notice and name emotions and how they shape connection and interaction. It can be useful for improving communication and resolving relationship or attachment-related challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, needs, and preferences and then suggest a mix of methods that fits. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
Session logistics vary by clinician and are not detailed in the provided biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a workday break or avoiding travel time for appointments. Discuss practical scheduling needs when you set up the first session.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people address stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, relationship strains, grief, parenting and self-esteem issues, plus ADHD and bipolar concerns as listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a down-to-earth, flexible approach and blends client-centered conversation with practical techniques to meet stated goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has more than 10 years of experience in mental health and social service settings, including residential care and acute psychiatric hospitals.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Indiana and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.