Petra Gross , LPC

Petra Gross is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who focuses on supporting adults through anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and family of origin concerns. She brings particular dedication to working with minorities and mothers at various stages of motherhood, helping them cultivate balance, resilience, and a sense of inner calm.

Her therapeutic stance emphasizes empathy, compassion, and acceptance, creating a space where people feel heard, valued, and understood. At the same time, Petra encourages accountability, asks thoughtful questions, and collaborates with clients on practical steps toward meaningful change.

Petra uses an eclectic, evidence-informed approach that draws from modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT, mindfulness-based strategies, narrative techniques, and trauma-focused work. She often incorporates self-compassion and mindfulness practices to help clients center themselves and manage day-to-day challenges.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Petra holds a credential that reflects her training and state-approved qualifications to provide clinical counseling. In early sessions she prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship, clarifying goals, and establishing a plan for progress so clients can begin moving toward relief and growth.

Could online therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can produce meaningful results. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect in the way that works best for their lifestyle, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options often makes it easier to maintain consistent care alongside work, family, and other responsibilities.

Therapy delivered remotely is provided by licensed professionals and therapists who use established clinical approaches. If a different therapeutic fit is needed, it is possible to switch to another provider to find the right match for personal needs.