Kathleen Murphy, LMHC - Therapist in Florida

Warm and focused
Practical skill building
Meaning focused

About Kathleen

Kathleen Murphy is a licensed mental health counselor with 20 years of experience. She earned a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University and practices in Florida as an LMHC. Her style is warm, focused, and interactive, and she adapts her work to each person she meets.

She uses clear, practical methods to help with everyday struggles. Kathleen draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered approaches to look at thoughts and actions that get in the way. She also brings in existential questions and mindfulness to help people find meaning and calm amid change.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and career stress. She also addresses topics like abandonment, caregiver stress, aging, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster. Kathleen frames these concerns in straightforward language and focuses on what can be changed now.

Sessions are collaborative and tailored. She listens for what matters most and helps set short-term goals that fit daily life. Kathleen can be direct when clarity helps, and compassionate when people need support.

Clients who value a blend of practical skills and personal reflection often find her approach useful. She encourages exploration of goals, small steps toward change, and developing routines that support wellbeing. To begin, follow the site process to match and schedule a session.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's concerns. It helps people feel heard and supports them in finding their own answers rather than giving directives.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, moods and behaviors connect. It offers simple tools to challenge unhelpful thoughts and build new habits for stress, anxiety, depression, and similar issues.

Existential Therapy encourages talking about meaning, values and life choices. It can help when people face big transitions or feel stuck about purpose and identity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful. This is a collaborative decision and may shift over time as needs change.

Confirm the current online session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Many clients find remote work makes therapy easier to fit into busy schedules, allows shorter check-ins when needed, and reduces travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to work in online sessions while focusing on practical steps you can use between meetings.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issues Caregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem and related life changes. Other areas include relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, career concerns, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm, focused, interactive and compassionate. She combines direct, structured guidance with empathetic listening to fit each person's needs.

What background and experience does she have?

She has 20 years of experience and has worked in multiple U.S. states. Her practice draws from varied settings and cultural experiences.

What credentials and region are listed?

She is a licensed mental health counselor, FL LMHC, and she practices in Florida.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Check the scheduling flow to see what is offered at the time you book.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start working together?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.