Karen Murphree , LCSW

Karen Murphree brings three decades of clinical experience to work with adults who struggle with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, trauma, and a wide range of life transitions. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), which means she has advanced training in assessment and psychotherapy and is credentialed to provide clinical treatment. Karen combines traditional evidence-based methods with creative, whole-person practices, meeting the practical and emotional needs that show up in day-to-day life.

Her approach is strength-based and integrative, blending talk therapy with sensory and expressive techniques such as guided imagery, music, art, movement, ritual, and mindful practices. She weaves in cognitive-behavioral strategies and dialectical behavior techniques alongside attachment-informed work and EMDR-informed methods when appropriate, helping clients notice patterns, shift limiting beliefs, and develop new coping resources. Karen also values lifestyle factors - sleep, food, movement, and routines - as part of healing and often shares educational resources clients can use between sessions.

Affirming of diverse identities, Karen welcomes people from LGBTQIA2S+ communities, those who identify as neurodivergent, and people involved in consensual kink or polyamorous relationships. Her practice honors each personâs lived experience and creative expression, inviting collaboration to find therapeutic pathways that feel authentic and useful for the individual. She cultivates a calm, nonjudgmental space where exploration and practical change can take place.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Karen Murphree

Karen Murphree integrates several therapeutic approaches to meet each client's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current connections and emotional responses, helping with intimacy, abandonment, and family-of-origin issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and the client's own strengths, creating a supportive space for exploration and self-directed growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative - Karen works with clients to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting techniques over time to fit the individual. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment aligns with personal values and daily life needs.

Online therapy with Karen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and select the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person.