Petra Gross , LPC

Petra Gross supports adults facing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, and family of origin concerns with a calm, steady presence. She has a particular commitment to working with minorities and mothers at every stage of motherhood, helping them pursue balance, resilience, and a greater sense of peace in the day-to-day demands of life.

Her practice is rooted in empathy, compassion, and acceptance, and she aims to create a space where people feel heard, respected, and valued. At the same time, Petra emphasizes accountability and honest reflection, guiding clients to ask challenging questions and take concrete steps toward meaningful change.

Petra is a Licensed Professional Counselor, or LPC, which means she is a licensed mental health practitioner trained to provide counseling and therapeutic support. Her approach is eclectic, drawing on multiple evidence-informed methods with a strong emphasis on mindfulness and self-compassion to help individuals center themselves and better manage stress and emotional difficulties.

In the initial sessions Petra focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship, clarifying goals, and beginning practical work that helps clients feel lighter as they move toward growth. She offers a supportive, nonjudgmental environment for those ready to explore life’s challenges and work toward lasting, personal progress.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care

Petra often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. This approach can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, a warm, collaborative approach that emphasizes empathy and the therapeutic relationship to support self-exploration and personal growth. This method is especially helpful for building self-esteem and working through relationship or identity concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Petra collaborates with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. She works alongside clients to choose techniques that feel most helpful and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Petra is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or transitional periods and allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support across formats.