Kristy Groves, LCSW - Therapist in Missouri

About Kristy

Kristy Groves is a licensed clinical social worker who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, self-esteem struggles, and parenting concerns. She presents a straightforward, calm presence and aims to help people take practical steps toward relief. She emphasizes each person's strengths and offers steady support during change.

She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening. In sessions she listens first, helps name patterns that cause pain, and works with clients to try manageable changes.

Background and approach

She explains strategies in plain language and practices them together with the person in real time. Kristy holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and she practices in Missouri. She brings five years of post-licensure experience focused on mental health work and helping people rebuild routines and coping skills.

Her background includes supporting people through grief, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and identity questions. She often uses short, skill-based exercises for things like managing intense emotions, improving sleep, or changing negative self-talk. Sessions can include goal-setting, tracking small wins, and experimenting with different ways of responding to hard situations.

The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes. Kristy works in a collaborative way. She invites people to set priorities and adjusts methods to fit what actually helps.

For those who prefer practical steps and clear explanations, she focuses on tools that can be used between sessions to build momentum.

How Kristy’s approaches translate to online therapy

Kristy uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. ACT is about accepting difficult feelings while moving toward chosen goals, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test more balanced ways of thinking. CBT often includes simple exercises for managing mood, sleep, and behavior in everyday life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She treats therapy as a collaboration and will help figure out which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time based on what actually helps.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, practice skills between meetings, and check in quickly when needed. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same practical exercises and coaching they would in person, with flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, parenting challenges, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and many related concerns listed in her profile.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is practical and collaborative, combining listening with skill practice. Sessions focus on clear steps and tools people can use between meetings.

How long has she been practicing?

She has five years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker in mental health practice following earlier helping-professions work.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is an LCSW with Missouri license number MO LCSW 2022034068 and practices in Missouri.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How do costs and subscriptions work?

Costs vary with location and therapist matching; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start therapy with her?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Also works with

Abandonment
Addictions
ADHD
Adoption and foster care
Anger management
Attachment issues
Bipolar disorder
Body image
Career difficulties
Coaching
Communication problems
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Eating disorders
Family conflicts
Gender dysphoria
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Parenting issues
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Relationship issues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 5 years
Licensed: Missouri
Languages: English

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