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Petra Gross

LPC

Petra Gross , LPC

Therapist in Virginia

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About Petra

Petra Gross is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who brings ten years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin concerns. She has a particular passion for working with mothers and minority clients, guiding them through the challenges of parenting, identity, and changing life roles while helping them rediscover balance and resilience.

Her practice centers on empathy, compassion, and acceptance, paired with a pragmatic focus on accountability and progress. Petra uses an eclectic, evidence-informed approach that emphasizes mindfulness and self-compassion to help clients manage stress, navigate grief, address relationship and intimacy issues, and cope with trauma or addiction. She frames therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person - their background, values, and goals - while offering clear support for meaningful change.

Early sessions typically focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship, clarifying priorities, and identifying practical steps toward feeling lighter and more capable. Petra offers a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients are heard and respected as they work toward clearer communication, improved self-esteem, and healthier coping strategies.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Petra often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take committed action even when emotions are difficult; this approach can be useful for anxiety, life changes, and motivation-related concerns. She also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy techniques to teach present-moment awareness and self-compassion practices that reduce rumination and support emotional regulation. In addition, Petra uses Client-Centered Therapy principles to ensure the therapeutic relationship remains empathetic and collaborative, creating space for clients to explore identity, relationships, and healing at their own pace.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Petra works with each person to identify methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process means adjustments are made over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for Petra's practice by making sessions more flexible and accessible. Whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can engage in consistent work around schedules, caregiving responsibilities, and geographic constraints. Licensed professionals can use these formats to maintain continuity of care, support skill practice between sessions, and adapt to the pace that suits each client best.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Petra Gross have?

Petra Gross has 10 years of experience.

Is Petra Gross a licensed therapist?

Yes. Petra holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is listed as VA LPC 0701008498.

In which languages does Petra Gross provide therapy?

Petra provides therapy in English, Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian.

Where is Petra Gross located?

Petra is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Petra Gross as my therapist?

You can work with Petra Gross through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Petra Gross work with international clients?

Petra Gross does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Petra Gross cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommunication problemsImmigration issuesMulticultural concernsPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian

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