- Family of origin issues
- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and mindfulness
About Kathleen
Kathleen Murphy is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 20 years of experience supporting adults through stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and family of origin issues. She earned a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University and has worked in multiple states across the U.S.
She uses a practical, interactive approach that can be both direct and structured. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small steps a person can take to feel more in control. Kathleen draws on several therapy methods to respond to a person's situation rather than relying on one fixed plan.
Clients can expect clear, conversational work. Kathleen often helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns, notice emotional reactions, and practice simple skills that reduce anxiety and improve mood. She also assists people who are sorting out family roles, recurring relationship patterns, or the effects of early family life on current choices.
When grief, caregiving strain, or big life changes arrive, she supports practical coping and goal setting. Kathleen also addresses issues such as abandonment, commitment questions, communication problems, and career stress in focused sessions.
Her background across cultural regions informs a practice that attends to different life experiences. People looking for straightforward, experience-based counseling about family patterns, relationships, or emotional symptoms will find an approach centered on clear steps and collaborative planning.
How Kathleen Uses Approaches in Remote Sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflects concerns back, and helps clarify what matters most. This approach is useful when someone needs to sort out personal values or make sense of difficult emotions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence. It includes practical exercises and brief homework to reduce anxiety, lift mood, and change recurring behavior patterns. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and issues tied to family patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kathleen will discuss options and try methods that fit a person's goals and preferences. She treats approach selection as a collaboration and adjusts methods based on how someone responds over time.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find remote work helpful for maintaining continuity between appointments and for practicing skills between sessions.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family of origin issues, and related topics such as parenting, career stress, and forgiveness.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is interactive and can be structured and direct. She focuses on practical steps and conversational problem solving.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working across different states and a range of concerns and populations.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMHC licensed in Florida and holds a masters degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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