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Kathleen MurphyLMFT

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My years of specialized training and experience have equipped me with skills in various therapeutic approaches. I have a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). I customize my approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of my clients and direct their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health. I continuously strive to maintain an engaging spirit and good humor; I am able to engage clients from various backgrounds in their quest to learn, improve and emerge as more effective human beings. I am able to see and appreciate my clients personal power, unique gifts and assist them in seeing the light out of the darkness.

About Kathleen

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California, Out of state BlueCard PPO

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Focus areas

ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Couples Therapy, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Substance Use, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Veterans, First responders, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, Students

Years of Experience

10+

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I am able to see and appreciate my clients personal power, unique gifts and assist them in seeing the light out of the darkness.

License number

#86812

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

BA - Social Science, Chapman University MA - Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Chapman University

Interests

I enjoy exercising, walking my dogs, attending concerts and spending time with family and friends