In the great state of Texas, in the county of Collin, sits a small town called Murphy. Its history goes back to the 1800s and has gone from a population of 135 in 1960 to 20,482 in 2018. The City of Murphy also boasts some of the most well-known and experienced mental health experts in the field. 

Trying to cure your own mental illness is as silly as trying to cure your own cancer. It cannot and should not be not be done. If you or someone you care about is having symptoms of a mental health disorder, you should contact a psychiatrist for help. There are many in Murphy who can help you.

Psychologist Shonda Harris providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Shonda Harris

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
18 years offering treatment

I am an LPC-S, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with wide range of experience. I have many years of experience working with those with mental health issues such as depression, bi-polar disorder, anxiety, and ADHD. I will help you to understand your diagnosis and how to build coping skills. I also work with individuals experiencing relationship problems, struggling to reach goals, or seeking behavioral changes. I will help you understand the relationship of your thoughts, actions, and feelings. We will work to find what changes you want to make and how to best make that happen. I enjoy working with diverse populations and have a non-judgmental approach. It is important to me that you feel safe and free to express yourself.

Psychologist Robyn Carey providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Robyn Carey

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, AD/HD, coping with addictions, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. My Counseling style is more laid back, supportive, and with humor. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I want to make sure to clarify that I check messages here daily during the week and will respond to you whenever I can, at least twice a day. You can also schedule a live session (text chat, phone call, video session) with me using the Scheduler. The days/times you see are when I am available for a session, so feel free to select any slot there that works for you. I like to enjoy life and take time to recharge a few days each week, which I encourage you to do as well, so I do not schedule sessions at those times/days. I will do my best to respond as soon as I am able. I look forward to working with each of you.

Psychologist Megan Fredrick providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Megan Fredrick

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Texas with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, substance use, psychosis and bipolar disorders & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to collaborate with you to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Bethany Peter providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Bethany Peter

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Massachusetts with 10 years of professional work experience. Together, we will work together to find your authentic self and help you regain the hope and happiness you deserve. I believe in developing a unique relationship specific to each client that will foster the most effective results. My approach is eclectic and client led. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am a positive person, a good listener, compassionate, and solution-oriented. More importantly, my goal is to help you return to a mindset where you can experience satisfaction and joy again. I will strive to assist in your growth by supporting you in ways that are non-judgmental, empathetic and in a safe place to work through any issues, personal development, relationship concerns, and conflict. Together, we can find solutions and develop plans and skills to handle life’s obstacles. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.

Psychologist Abbey Pelosi providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Abbey Pelosi

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Texas with 12 years of professional work experience. I specialize in working with stress, self esteem, anxiety, women's issues, sexuality, and relationship issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I have experience counseling individuals through issues related to anxiety and depression, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, and illness. I offer a safe, open-minded space that gives room for clients to build inner peace and reconnect with others. I bring a compassionate, deeply curious, and creative style to this work.

Psychologist Julia Szpakiewicz providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Julia Szpakiewicz

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California, New Jersey and Texas with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & eating disorders. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Jennifer Norton providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Jennifer Norton

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
19 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Texas with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Erika Merla providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Erika Merla

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with 15 years of experience working with youth and adults from diverse populations. I take pride in assisting clients with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, life transitions, coping with grief and loss, and relationship issues. Together we can identify what you want to experience and explore what is holding you back. We will work together to develop new tools that can assist you in breaking unhelpful patterns and getting on a path toward living the life you want. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Clarissa Cantu providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Clarissa Cantu

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California and Texas with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Robert Longest providing different types of therapy in Murphy

Robert Longest

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTIntimacy-related issuesDepressionADHD
4 years offering treatment

I am a licensed therapist in Texas with four years of professional experience. My expertise includes helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, intimacy challenges, depression, and issues related to focus, concentration, and memory, including ADHD. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and I am here to support and guide you on your journey.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Murphy

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Murphy that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Murphy available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Murphy therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Murphy therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Murphy region and in the state of Texas.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Murphy can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Murphy may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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