Dr. Andrea Burgio-Murphy , GA Psychologist PSY003242

Dr. Andrea Burgio-Murphy is a clinical psychologist licensed in Georgia (GA Psychologist PSY003242) with 21 years of professional experience. She works primarily with adolescents and young adults, supporting people who are facing anxiety, depression, stress and coping challenges, difficulties with attention and motivation, low self-esteem, relational problems, life transitions, and the complex overlap of chronic medical conditions and mental well-being.

She practices research-informed psychotherapy informed by psychodynamic perspectives, meaning she combines evidence-based strategies with thoughtful exploration of past patterns that may interfere with learning and using new coping skills in the present. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring conversation and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs and goals.

Dr. Burgio-Murphy views therapy as a collaborative process that provides practical tools, support, and encouragement to help clients move toward a more fulfilling life. She aims to empower adolescents and young adults to build resilience, improve relationships, and develop sustainable strategies for emotional and behavioral change.

Evidence-Informed Therapeutic Options and Online Care

Dr. Andrea Burgio-Murphy integrates research-based therapeutic techniques with a psychodynamically informed approach. Evidence-based techniques focus on practical skills and strategies that address symptoms like anxiety, depression, and difficulties with attention or motivation, helping clients develop concrete coping tools for everyday challenges. The psychodynamically informed approach invites gentle exploration of past patterns and relational themes to uncover barriers that can interfere with adopting new skills in the present.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Dr. Burgio-Murphy collaborates with each person to determine which techniques and emphases fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people balancing school, work, family, and medical care. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care, while allowing therapists and clients to tailor session style and frequency to support meaningful progress.