Jessica Gross, M.A.

“When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write the ending.” -Brene Brown

Jessica’s job is to assist her clients as they pursue wholeness and restoration, while bearing the realities of life with all its joys and challenges. Her hope is that with her guidance you will be able to explore and uncover the patterns in your life, while understanding how your past experiences, beliefs, and relationships affect your present successes and struggles. She strives to create an environment where clients feel safe to be their authentic selves without fear of judgement or vulnerability. Initially, Jessica begins every therapeutic relationship by coming alongside them and ensuring that they collaborate on the client’s goals. Based on the therapy goals and needs, Jessica integrates a person-centered approach with Attachment Theory and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques tailored to the needs of the client. Her hope is that together you all can work to restore hope, insight and courage. She wants to help you find ways to feel fully alive in the present and connected in your daily lives and relationships.

Jessica graduated from Samford University with her undergraduate degree in Business Administration. From there, she went to work for Georgia-Pacific for a few years before she decided to become a counselor. Jessica’s experience in collegiate athletics and the subsequent identity challenges she faced after college is part of what led her to pursue becoming a therapist. In 2023, she received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University. Jessica completed her clinical internship at Atlanta Mission and the Hope Counseling Center, where she provided individual, couple, and group counseling to adults of all ages. Prior to joining the Summit team, she worked for the LifeGate Group where she provided individual counseling to adolescents and adults. She also worked for PAWKids, a non-profit community organization that serves individuals in the Grove Park community; where she led clinical groups for kids K-12th grade.

Beyond her work as a therapist, Jessica loves staying active and spending time outdoors with her husband, whether playing tennis, pickleball, or padel together. She also enjoys gathering with friends for games, sharing meals, and having meaningful conversations over cups of coffee. Whether through sports, laughter, or good conversation, she values connection and cherishes quality time with the people around her.

Jessica Northcutt is under the directed experience and clinical supervision of Alice Hoag, Ed.D. LPC, CPCS, BCPCC.

Education

• Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Richmont Graduate University
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing), Samford University

Licensure, Certifications and Professional Affiliations

• Licensed Associate Professional Counselor, Georgia
• National Certified Counselor
• Member, Licensed Professional Counselor Association
• Prepare/Enrich