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.