Tolana Murphy , LPC, LCPC

Tolana Murphy is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio, bringing over seven years of clinical experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She has worked across a variety of settings, including intensive outpatient programs for adolescents, inpatient detox and care for adults with severe mental illness and substance use concerns, and crisis care for those experiencing a first psychotic break. Her background also includes community mental health services and medication assisted treatment, with experience providing both individual and group support.

Over the course of her work, she has assisted hundreds of people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, mental illness, and addiction. Her counseling approach is intentionally eclectic - she draws from multiple evidence-informed methods because no single model fits every person. She has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brief Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy, and she centers understanding and compassion in her work with clients.

Murphy earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Toledo and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. She holds the credentials Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - LCPC, reflecting her training and licensure to practice in clinical settings.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Tolana Murphy uses several evidence-informed approaches to guide online therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on values-based action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to address them - it is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and the client's own goals, providing a supportive environment for exploring personal concerns and building self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Tolana works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and priorities shift.

Online therapy with Tolana is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and access for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to receive consistent support without travel, accommodate varied routines, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not practical.