Gabrielle McMurphy , LPC, LCMHC

Gabrielle McMurphy is a licensed counselor based in North Carolina with three years of clinical experience. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - which reflect her training to support individuals through a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.

Gabrielle works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, addictions, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on related issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and communication problems. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies alongside emotional exploration to help clients move toward clearer goals.

Her therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based approaches. Gabrielle aims to create a supportive environment where a person can name their experiences and learn tools that foster resilience and day-to-day functioning. She approaches treatment thoughtfully, integrating methods that match each person's needs and strengths while encouraging steady progress.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel significant, and Gabrielle offers a steady presence to help people begin that work and build sustainable coping skills for whatever challenges they face.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Gabrielle McMurphy

Gabrielle integrates several evidence-based approaches to address emotional and behavioral concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without avoidance while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, often helping with anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist offers empathy and support to help a person explore their experience and build self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gabrielle works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure that treatment feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and choose a communication style that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals can adapt each format to provide focused support and practical tools suited to the client's situation.