Jessica Murph, LMFT
Queer-affirming trauma-informed LMFT
- Trauma and abuse support
- Neurodivergent affirming care
- Relationship and intimacy work
About Jessica Murph
Jessica Murph is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who brings a humanistic, person-centered approach to virtual mental health care across Texas. She goes by Jess and uses she/her pronouns. As a queer-identifying clinician, she focuses on trauma treatment for survivors of sexual assault, emotional manipulation, and mental abuse, and she offers an affirming, sex-positive stance toward both traditional and non-traditional relationships.
Jess has a particular passion for working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and autism, and she adapts therapeutic methods to meet each person’s unique needs. Her work is informed by family systems theory, emphasizing how relational patterns influence emotional health, and she integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and the Gottman Method to support healing and relational growth.
She also works with concerns that include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting and blended family dynamics, body image and eating concerns, sleep difficulties, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Her approach to body and food issues aligns with Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size principles, helping clients cultivate kinder, more sustainable relationships with their bodies. Ultimately, Jess centers respect, authenticity, and self-compassion as foundations for resilience and meaningful connection while offering virtual services to people ages 11 to 65 throughout Texas.
Jess has a particular passion for working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and autism, and she adapts therapeutic methods to meet each person’s unique needs. Her work is informed by family systems theory, emphasizing how relational patterns influence emotional health, and she integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and the Gottman Method to support healing and relational growth.
She also works with concerns that include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting and blended family dynamics, body image and eating concerns, sleep difficulties, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Her approach to body and food issues aligns with Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size principles, helping clients cultivate kinder, more sustainable relationships with their bodies. Ultimately, Jess centers respect, authenticity, and self-compassion as foundations for resilience and meaningful connection while offering virtual services to people ages 11 to 65 throughout Texas.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jessica Murph have?
She has 7 years of experience.
Is Jessica Murph a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: TX LMFT 202947.
In which languages does Jessica Murph provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Jessica Murph located?
She practices in Texas.
How can I work with Jessica Murph as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jessica Murph work with international clients?
Jessica Murph does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Murph cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Virtual Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and build psychological flexibility through mindfulness and committed action - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relational patterns and how they shape current connections, making it useful for intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration, creating a supportive environment where clients can explore identity, self-esteem, and personal growth.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Jessica works collaboratively with each person to select and adapt methods based on their goals, needs, and preferences, and licensed professionals often combine elements from multiple approaches to best support individual progress.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and support access for people across Texas. For many clients, virtual work with a therapist provides consistent, accessible ways to engage in meaningful therapeutic work.