Stephen Groce , LMHC

Stephen Groce is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana with more than 10 years of experience in the mental health and social service field. He earned a BA in Psychology from Earlham College, where he lettered in both football and track, and completed a MS in Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. Over his career he has worked across a range of clinical settings, including residential treatment facilities, acute psychiatric hospitals, and as part of wraparound care teams in community and home-based programs.

Known for a flexible, down-to-earth style, he brings care, honesty, and a touch of humor to therapeutic relationships. He also serves as a certified racial equity trainer and is an active mental health advocate, approaching each person with high respect for who they are and who they want to become. Grounded in his faith in God, he remains open-minded to diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Stephen tailors his work to each client, combining trauma-focused cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered principles, solution-focused ideas, reality-based strategies, and motivational interviewing. His aim is to help individuals identify what works for them and to create practical strategies that support progress toward personal goals. He presents himself authentically and supports clients in working toward becoming the best version of themselves.

Approaches, Goals, and Online Options

Stephen uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, collaborative space where the client’s perspective guides the process - this approach supports work on issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including trauma-focused techniques, is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Motivational Interviewing helps clients find internal motivation for change and is often helpful for goal-directed work such as career shifts, managing impulsivity, or substance-related goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Stephen tailors methods collaboratively, listening to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences and adjusting the plan as progress is made. This collaborative process helps determine which techniques will be most useful for each client.

Online therapy with Stephen can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or distance from traditional offices. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to integrate therapy into everyday life while working toward meaningful change.