Jessica Murphy, LPC
Experienced counselor for trauma and recovery
- Trauma and abuse
- Addiction recovery
- Attachment work
About Jessica Murphy
Jessica Murphy is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a board certified art therapist with twenty years of experience working across community, residential, and outpatient settings. She brings a flexible, multimodal approach and adapts methods to meet each person where they are, drawing on therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, psychodynamic and trauma-focused approaches, and solution-focused work. She also holds certification in alcohol and drug counseling and has provided recovery skills and support to people navigating addiction.
Jessica has supported people facing a wide range of challenges, including panic attacks, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, psychosis, PTSD, intimate partner violence, codependence, eating disorders, and chronic pain. She has experience addressing issues around attachment, abandonment, body image, control and dependent personality patterns, dissociation, domestic violence, and co-occurring substance use concerns. Her clinical background includes working with both acute and long-term presentations and tailoring treatment to symptom severity and life circumstances.
In session she aims to create a space that feels safe yet lively enough to encourage self-exploration and the processing of current or past experiences as needed. She focuses on teaching practical skills and strategies intended to reduce distress, manage symptoms, and foster greater resilience, strength, and overall wellbeing.
Jessica has supported people facing a wide range of challenges, including panic attacks, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, psychosis, PTSD, intimate partner violence, codependence, eating disorders, and chronic pain. She has experience addressing issues around attachment, abandonment, body image, control and dependent personality patterns, dissociation, domestic violence, and co-occurring substance use concerns. Her clinical background includes working with both acute and long-term presentations and tailoring treatment to symptom severity and life circumstances.
In session she aims to create a space that feels safe yet lively enough to encourage self-exploration and the processing of current or past experiences as needed. She focuses on teaching practical skills and strategies intended to reduce distress, manage symptoms, and foster greater resilience, strength, and overall wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jessica Murphy have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience.
Is Jessica Murphy a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AZ LPC LPC-18479.
In which languages does Jessica Murphy provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Jessica Murphy located?
She is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Jessica Murphy as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica Murphy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jessica Murphy work with international clients?
Jessica Murphy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Murphy cost?
Costs 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 to help 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 for Effective Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It combines mindfulness and behavioral strategies and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - it explores connection, trust, and dependency to help repair relational wounds and improve intimacy and communication. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies and shifts unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical and skills-focused and often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jessica works collaboratively with people to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors treatment over time, combining strategies as appropriate and checking in with clients about progress and comfort with the work.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in care - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make scheduling easier and support consistent access to therapists. These options allow licensed professionals to provide ongoing coaching, skill-building, and emotional support in formats that fit different lifestyles and circumstances.