Courtney Groce , LPC

Courtney Groce, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), is a Missouri-based therapist who supports people working through complex emotional challenges. She focuses on helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, social isolation, and the ups and downs of interpersonal relationships, drawing on a compassionate and culturally aware approach.

Her work often centers on issues common to women and young adults, including transitions, trauma recovery, and relationship struggles. She emphasizes evidence-based techniques aimed at strengthening self-esteem, improving communication, and building practical coping skills that clients can use in daily life.

Courtney creates a welcoming space where people can examine difficult feelings, process painful experiences, and pursue meaningful personal growth. With a decade of clinical experience across diverse life stages, she offers thoughtful, empathetic guidance tailored to each person’s situation. Whether addressing mood disorders, family dynamics, or life changes, Courtney aims to walk alongside clients with respect, clinical knowledge, and steady support.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, encourages clients to clarify personal values and learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that support a meaningful life. It is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life transitions.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, genuine listening, and an accepting therapeutic relationship so clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. This approach supports self-esteem, emotional processing, and personal growth.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing practical strategies to change behaviors and mood. It is frequently used for depression, anxiety, and developing coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Courtney Groce works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations.