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Kathleen MurphyLMFT

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Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

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

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

9+

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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

Therapy style

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.

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