Grace Danback | LMSW
Individual Counseling & Therapy and Online Counseling & Therapy
Columbia, MO
My name is Grace Danback. I’m a Clinical Therapist with The Counseling
Hub in Columbia, Missouri.
I might be a good fit if you…
feel like you can't do anything right and desperately need supportive strategies to build your confidence and find clarity in your decision-making;
have been trying to process through your childhood and are eager to explore your past experiences, helping you understand their impact on your present and empowering you to heal and move forward;
are wanting a fresh start after a breakup, process your emotions, rebuild your sense of self, and set new goals for your next chapter;
are feeling anxious or depressed and want to develop effective coping mechanisms, helping you find relief and tools to manage these feelings in your daily life;
are wanting to gain confidence in yourself and your abilities, recognize your strengths and build a more positive self-image;
are feeling guilty for setting boundaries and are learning to understand that it's okay to prioritize your needs;
are trying to manage college life and need support, from time management to stress reduction, so you may feel more balanced and successful in this new environment;
are living on your own for the first time and don’t know how to feel about this transition, seeking support in processing your emotions and finding joy and independence in your new living situation;
can't stop putting others first even when it's hurting you, and want to prioritize your own needs without feeling selfish;
identify as LGBTQ+, feel like you don't belong, and need a safe and affirming space that supports you in exploring your identity and finding community and acceptance.
pronouns: she/her
These are common reasons people come into counseling. These are the reasons people seek help.
More often than not, folks still feel some sort of shame in reaching out. One of the reasons Tara founded The Counseling Hub was to diminish that sense of shame, to normalize the fact that all people struggle in some way during their lives, and to empower people to grow and heal in their own unique way.
The Counseling Hub is all about connecting, healing, and growing.
As your therapist, it’s my job to offer you the non-judgmental space to process through your thoughts, emotions, and events in your life. I want you to feel valued and heard when you leave each session. I believe you are an expert of your own experience, so it’s my hope to provide the personalized support, insight, and resources to work with you to achieve your goals.
Five Fun Facts About Grace
Family has always been most important!
I have a relatively large and close knit family that means the world to me. My parents are the most helpful and kind people I know. Anyone at anytime has a plate at their table or a bed to sleep in if they need it. I am the fourth (and last) kid, but there are many years between myself and my two older siblings, like 21 years! So I actually grew up with my siblings’ kids, which made for interesting conversations in school with my nephew and I being in the same grade and classes.
I grew up on a farm.
Well, kind of, my parents home is in the middle of what used to be my maternal grandparents full working livestock and crop farm. The fun part for my growing up was we had the space and farm equipment to have a hobby farm. This included expansive gardens and any animal you can think of including some pet cows! I say pets, but little did I know the beef in the freezer that next summer did not come from the store. This is where I attribute my love of animals and appreciation of hard work.
I love to bake (and try my best to cook)!
I enjoy trying new recipes and techniques, but have found some consistent favorites. I really love fresh bread so I've perfected my own recipe, but now every time I visit my dad I am sweetly persuaded into making some for him too. I try to cook, because I really love to eat, but there just seems to be more guesswork with cooking rather than baking! Occasionally when cooking, I'll call my mom and ask her to explicitly describe how she makes a dish we had growing up (which of course she can't do, since she has just thrown it together every time and it's always perfect!). I think moms just have skills that other people don't.
I have a toothless cat.
My cat's name is KitKat and she's a (very) long haired calico. I got her from a shelter a few years ago, and she was half price! Foreshadowing to her first vet visit and I was told at 2 years old she needs all her teeth taken out, which is not a cheap surgery! Now she spends her days crying for wet cat food, sleeping on my bed, and spreading her fur on every inch of my house.
I love music.
I listen to music almost all day so I can have some sound on in the background while working. I like music that has a story or can make you feel something. I was in band all through middle and high school and enjoyed being in the room as the music pieces came together. It's the same feeling I have when experiencing live concerts, I feel very grounded in the present moment.
Grace’s Education and Training
Grace received her Master of Social Work at the University of Central Missouri in 2024 and her Bachelor of Social Work in 2020. Using a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychodynamic theory, she helps clients explore past events that impact their present experience with life.
Her areas of expertise include working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life changes, trauma, and grief.