Gabrielle McMurphy, LPC, LCMHC
Compassionate counselor focused on practical growth
- Anxiety and trauma care
- CBT and ACT methods
- Relationship support
About Gabrielle McMurphy
Gabrielle McMurphy, LPC, LCMHC, is a licensed counselor based in North Carolina with three years of clinical experience supporting people through anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. She combines an empathetic, client-centered stance with evidence-based techniques to help individuals build greater resilience and practical coping skills. Gabrielle works with concerns such as stress, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship challenges, bipolar symptoms, and compassion fatigue, and she also addresses related areas like attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and blended family dynamics.
Her approach is warm and collaborative, inviting clients to explore difficult thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment while focusing on concrete strategies for growth. Gabrielle emphasizes a partnership model in therapy, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and strengths and drawing on methods that promote present-moment awareness, emotional processing, and behavior change. She aims to create a supportive space where clients can make meaningful shifts and develop tools that fit their daily lives.
Gabrielle integrates modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered principles to guide treatment. Taking the first step toward help is acknowledged as meaningful, and Gabrielle meets that step with respect and practical guidance.
Her approach is warm and collaborative, inviting clients to explore difficult thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment while focusing on concrete strategies for growth. Gabrielle emphasizes a partnership model in therapy, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and strengths and drawing on methods that promote present-moment awareness, emotional processing, and behavior change. She aims to create a supportive space where clients can make meaningful shifts and develop tools that fit their daily lives.
Gabrielle integrates modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered principles to guide treatment. Taking the first step toward help is acknowledged as meaningful, and Gabrielle meets that step with respect and practical guidance.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gabrielle McMurphy have?
Gabrielle McMurphy has three years of clinical experience.
Is Gabrielle McMurphy a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC with license details listed as SC LPC 11511 and NC LCMHC 22223.
In which languages does Gabrielle McMurphy provide therapy?
Gabrielle McMurphy provides therapy in English.
Where is Gabrielle McMurphy located?
Gabrielle McMurphy is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Gabrielle McMurphy as my therapist?
Clients may work with Gabrielle McMurphy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gabrielle McMurphy work with international clients?
Gabrielle McMurphy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gabrielle McMurphy cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Individuals begin by clicking the "Start Therapy" button and completing a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and take steps toward a meaningful life while learning to notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck in them; it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaching practical tools to change those patterns, often supporting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration, creating a respectful environment where clients lead the pace of exploration and personal insight.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gabrielle collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance supports tailored care rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions. Licensed professionals can deliver many of the same evidence-informed techniques remotely, allowing clients to work on skills and insights from their own environment.
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