Stephen Groce, LMHC

Stephen Groce is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Indiana who brings more than a decade of experience in mental health and social services. He earned a BA in Psychology from Earlham College, where he also 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-based and home-based programs.

He describes his approach as flexible, caring, open-minded, honest, humorous, and down to earth. As a certified racial equity trainer and mental health advocate, he emphasizes respect for clients, for the counseling process, and for each person’s identity and goals. Grounded in his faith in God, he also honors the many perspectives shaped by different backgrounds and life experiences, approaching each person as a student of life who seeks the most fitting path forward.

Stephen tailors his work to each individual, helping clients identify what works for them and developing practical strategies to reach their goals. His clinical style combines several evidence-informed approaches, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, solution-focused therapy, client-centered methods, and motivational interviewing. He aims to be authentic in his interactions and to support clients in becoming the best version of themselves.