Kristin Scott-Groves - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

6 years experience

About Kristin Scott-Groves

As a licensed therapist in Virginia, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges. My professional approach centers on addressing stress, anxiety, family dynamics, trauma recovery, and interpersonal communication. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, including veterans, women experiencing life transitions, and individuals managing mood disorders.

My therapeutic practice focuses on creating a compassionate, supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I offer targeted support for challenges such as social anxiety, panic disorders, posttraumatic stress, relationship transitions, and caregiver stress.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients build resilience, improve communication skills, and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Whether you’re struggling with isolation, family conflicts, or navigating significant life changes, I’m committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.

Licenses

LCSW

425

LISW-CP

8723

LCSW

0904013141

LCSW

SW19928

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Depression
Eating disorders
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster care
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Family problems
Fertility issues
Isolation / loneliness
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Kristin has been the only therapist who has ever worked for me long-term. I respect her knowledge and her ability to help pinpoint core issues. She caters her treatment to each patient, and I have benefited from slowly acknowledging my authentic self with her help. She is amazing and I highly recommend her.”

“Kristin is fantastic! I’m happy that I matched with someone like her in my search for better mental health.”

“Kristin Scott-Groves has helped me to navigate some of the biggest family challenges I've faced. She is professional, kind, and knowledgeable. I'm so grateful I had her help through this.”

“Kristin is amazing! A true blessing. She is wonderful at what she does. She has helped me so much over the last four years.”

“She’s professional and kind! I’m appreciative of how she handles my challenges. I can see things clearer when Kristin guides me there.”

“I am very happy with all of the advice I’ve received over the past couple of years. Thank you, Kristen! I’ve grown so much!”

“Kristin always makes me feel heard while challenging me. I really appreciate her support and effort.”

“Great Couselor, helps me realize differing perspectives and even where I am at fault in situations without a pointed judging feeling.”

“Kristin takes the time to make me feel comfortable and safe, and I think that's the most important aspect of my therapy. I'm so afraid to talk about my problems for fear of shame, but I feel safe speaking with Kristin, and she's not afraid to address my problems head-on in a way that makes my mental health manageable.”

“Amazing all around”

“She is the absolute best at helping me become my best self and I am very thankful to her everyday!”

“Kristin is amazing and has been very monumental in our growth. Very thankful for her.”

“Amazing progress done with Kristin, she genuinely cares about you getting better and moving on. Helps remind to set boundaries and she helps guide me into understanding myself wants/needs better.”

“Kristin is amazing! Thoughtful, insightful, and understanding – I feel lucky to have her in my corner.”

“I appreciate Kristin’s method of keeping things manageable. Small chunks. She keeps things on track, even when I follow rabbit trails.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.