Grace Underwood
Hi, I'm Grace Underwood! I'm a compassionate counselor with specialized training in evidence-based treatments for trauma, seeking to positively impact individuals, their families, and communities.
I blend a passion for mental health and trauma-informed approach with a passion for intentional relationships and communication in therapy. Be prepared to try new things outside of therapy- but spoiler alert, it will probably include working on being kinder to yourself!
I especially enjoy working with individuals and couples moving away from purity culture and hoping to integrate their sexuality without shame. I have experience working with couples whose relationships have been harmed by unnecessarily shaming and rigid relationship advice who are looking for an evidence-based and compassionate approach. Our work together will offer education and empowerment.
Some areas of specialized focus (for all adults 18+):
- Anorgansmia
- Anxiety
- Betrayal Recovery
- Christian Couples
- Desire Discrepancy
- Erectile Disorder
- LGBTQ+ Affirming
- Life Transitions
- Non-violent communication
- Performance Anxiety
- Purity Culture Recovery
- Rekindling desire
- Sexual Novice
- Trauma Recovery
- Vaginismus (Female Sexual Pain)
This list is not comprehensive but representative of the types of concerns I often work with.
Education & Qualifications
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio (E.2404478) and Kentucky (295951), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina (11929)
- Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Appalachian State University with concentration in Body Centered Therapy
- EMDR Level 2 trained
- Gottman Level I trained
Find my licensing information for Ohio at the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board; for Kentucky at the Kentucky Department of Professional Licensing; and for North Carolina, the North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors
