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New to Grow
Hi, I’m Lacee Musgrove, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing virtual therapy for children and teens ages 10–17. I specialize in supporting children and teens living with diabetes, as well as anxiety, depression, chronic suicidal ideation, and self-harm behaviors. I help youth build coping skills to manage stress and develop the emotional resilience needed to navigate both mental health and medical challenges. I also work closely with parents to support compassionate, effective responses at home.
I believe the relationship between a therapist and client is the foundation of meaningful work. The first one to two sessions focus on getting to know your child and helping them feel safe and comfortable. Depending on your child’s developmental age, sessions may include games, art activities, and open conversation, all used to build trust and connection at a pace that feels right for them. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where children and teens feel seen, understood, and supported. Over time, therapy often helps improve mood, strengthen coping skills, build confidence, and reduce suicidal thoughts or self-harm behaviors. I work collaboratively with both children and parents to support steady, meaningful progress.
With years of experience supporting children and families in both school and medical settings, including outpatient endocrinology clinics and emergency departments, I understand how chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, impact emotional well-being, family dynamics, and daily life. I use evidence-based approaches including ACT, CBT, and mindfulness to help children and teens regulate emotions, shift unhelpful thought patterns, and build coping skills rooted in their values. My style is warm, collaborative, and honest, often incorporating art and creative activities to help youth express themselves and strengthen emotional resilience. Parents often notice increased confidence, improved self-awareness, and stronger coping skills over time.
I am best positioned to support children and adolescents (especially teens), who may be navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or the emotional impact of living with chronic health conditions. I feel particularly drawn to working with adolescents who are open to exploring their thoughts, behaviors, and experiences, and how these shape their lives. I aim to create a warm, supportive, and empathetic space where children and teens feel seen and understood, and gently encouraged in their journey of self growth. Therapy is a space for building insight, strengthening confidence, and becoming a more grounded version of themselves, at their own pace. Through this work, clients learn effective coping skills to foster a stronger sense of identity, self-worth, and emotional resilience.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use ACT to help children and teens accept what they can’t control, clarify what matters most to them, and take active steps toward living a healthier, more meaningful life. This approach emphasizes values, resilience, and moving forward even when life feels challenging.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT teaches clients the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Children (especially teens) learn to identify unhelpful or negative thought patterns, practice strategies to reframe thoughts, and manage emotions to make better choices.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness helps children and teens pay attention to the present moment with curiosity and without judgment. Clients learn to notice their thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without becoming overwhelmed or reactive. This practice supports stress reduction, improved focus, emotional regulation, and overall emotional resilience.