Kristin Scott-Groves, LCSW

Therapist in Virginia

Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday struggles

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Client-centered
CBT techniques
Trauma-informed

About Kristin

Kristin Scott-Groves is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage depression, anxiety, and major life stressors. She brings six years of experience to her practice in Virginia and aims to create a calm, respectful space for people to talk through difficult moments. Kristin uses clear, practical methods so conversations lead to usable steps forward.

She draws on client-centered therapy to follow each person's pace and priorities. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to spot unhelpful thinking and try small behavior changes. When trauma is part of the story, she includes trauma-focused approaches that prioritize safety and gradual progress.

Her background includes work with people facing mood disorders, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress, and with those adjusting to life transitions such as postpartum changes or caregiver strain. She also supports people dealing with relationship and communication struggles, blended family challenges, and adoption or foster care concerns.

Sessions are aimed at building coping tools, improving communication, and reducing distress in daily life. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused work help set short-term goals and track progress. Kristin emphasizes practical strategies that fit into a person’s routine.

Kristin holds an LCSW credential and practices in Virginia. She works in English and does not accept international clients. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step is used to connect people with her practice.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesADHD

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFertility issuesIsolation / loneliness Midlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Colorado, South Carolina, Virginia, Florida

Languages

English

Licenses listed

LCSW, Colorado: 425
LISW-CP, South Carolina: 8723
LCSW, Virginia: 0904013141
LCSW, Florida: SW19928
NPI: 1326141680

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

How Kristin’s methods translate to online work

Client-centered therapy puts the person's goals first and focuses on listening and reflection. Online sessions using this approach let the therapist follow your priorities and adjust pace and topics based on what matters most to you.

Cognitive behavioral therapy is about noticing thoughts and testing small behavior changes. Remotely, CBT can include tracking patterns between sessions, practicing new responses at home, and reviewing results together to refine steps that reduce symptoms like depression or panic.

Finding the best approach is a team effort. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That may mean combining client-centered listening with CBT exercises or using trauma-focused tools when past events affect current functioning.

Confirm the available session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make fitting treatment into a busy life easier by reducing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also make it simpler to keep momentum between appointments through online tools and homework that track progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kristin commonly address?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma-related issues. She also supports those managing relationship and family challenges.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, using client-centered work to follow each person's priorities. She focuses on practical steps people can try between sessions.

What kind of experience does she have?

Kristin has six years of clinical experience working with mood disorders, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and life transitions like postpartum changes and caregiver stress.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an LCSW and provides therapy in Virginia. The profile lists CO LCSW and FL LCSW as credential details.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are online or phone formats available?

Please confirm current session formats before booking, as session delivery options are not specified in the biography.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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