- CBT techniques
- Client-centered work
- Mindfulness practice
About Kathleen
Kathleen Murphy is a Florida LMHC with 20 years of clinical experience. She trained in counseling psychology and now practices in Florida. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and anger, among other life challenges.
She likes a direct but interactive way of working. Sessions combine clear structure with room for personal reflection. Kathleen draws on cognitive approaches and client-centered conversation to help people name what is happening and try different ways of responding.
Her background includes work across multiple states, which she says gave her experience with a range of cultural perspectives. That history influences how she talks about relationships, commitment concerns, family of origin issues, and caregiver stress. Practical problems like career pressure, parenting strain, or feelings of isolation are common topics she addresses.
Therapy often includes short skills practice and conversational reflection. She uses elements of mindfulness and motivational interviewing to help people consider choices and next steps. Sessions also look at how past hurts or trauma shape current patterns, especially around intimacy, trust, and control issues.
Clients can expect a focused approach that balances guidance with listening. Kathleen works with people on forgiveness, infidelity, coping with life changes, and finding a clearer sense of purpose. For someone trying to handle anger, she offers steadiness and concrete options to try between sessions.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and collaboration. The therapist follows the persons lead, asks reflective questions, and helps people clarify their goals. This approach is useful for sorting through relationship strain, grief, or questions about life direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches clear skills to test unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. CBT is practical for managing anger, anxiety, and patterns that repeat at work or home.
Mindfulness Therapy brings attention to the present moment and simple breathing or awareness practices. It can help reduce reactivity and build space before responding to frustration or upset.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust over time. Clients help decide which techniques to keep or change based on what helps in daily life.
Confirm the exact session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, or use audio-only when bandwidth is limited. The focus is on fitting sessions into everyday life and practicing skills that transfer to real situations.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she handle related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, relationship strain, and trauma. That includes resentment, frustration at work, and problems that affect intimacy.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a focused, interactive style that combines structure with listening. Techniques include conversational reflection and practical skills practice.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working across different states. That time includes work with a wide range of concerns and cultural backgrounds.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Florida LMHC. Her practice location is Florida.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking so you know whether phone or video options are offered. The profile does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled and how do I start?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.