- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- EMDR informed
About Anna
Anna Murphy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Iowa with nine years of clinical experience. She works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, anger, and related challenges. She also helps clients dealing with career stress, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and relationship or intimacy-related issues.
Before her current practice she provided care in psychiatric hospitals, schools, community mental health centers, and private agencies. That variety means she has worked with people at many stages of life and with a wide range of concerns. Anna draws on those settings when helping someone who is overwhelmed or on edge.
Her clinical background includes a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Iowa in psychology and studio arts with a sociology minor, and a Master of Science in Art Therapy and Counseling from The College of New Rochelle. The LMHC credential is noted for practice in Iowa.
In sessions she uses a client-centered approach and combines practical methods from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and EMDR when clinically appropriate. She offers skills training, emotion regulation strategies, and trauma-focused work without promising instant fixes.
Anna may include expressive or art-based activities when clients want that option. She encourages learning concrete coping tools and practicing them between sessions. To start, the process begins with a short questionnaire and a first meeting to set goals and priorities.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting pulled into them. It helps people commit to actions that match their values even when anger or anxiety shows up. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. CBT provides practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and to manage intense emotional reactions.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That means trying skills, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than imposing a single technique.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand. They also let people use tools and exercises during the session that transfer directly to daily life, such as practicing breathing techniques, role-playing communication, or reviewing worksheets. Licensed professionals can help arrange a first meeting to set goals and discuss which approach and session length work best.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, relationship strain, trauma, and coping with strong emotions. Anger is listed among several focus areas she helps people manage.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and interactive. She combines practical skills training with reflective discussion to help people change patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and private agencies. That range informs her approach with complex and chronic concerns.
What credential and location should I know about?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Iowa. The credential listed is IA LMHC.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That starts the intake and goal-setting process.