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- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness practices
- Parenting and trauma focus
About Heather
Heather Murphy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Hampshire with 13 years of practice experience. She works with people around stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, career concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and many life transitions. Her stated approach mixes psychotherapy, client-centered work, and practical skill-building to help clients manage day-to-day challenges.
Heather uses a conversational and interactive counseling style. She leans on humor, creativity, and a direct manner when needed. She describes her work as grounded in a humanistic, client-centered lens and focused on building trust in the therapeutic relationship.
Her clinical methods include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques. Sessions often emphasize developing concrete skills and tools people can use between visits. Heather also incorporates coaching elements for career and life-change goals.
She has a background in social work and art therapy, holding a Master of Social Work from Simmons College and a Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy from Emmanuel College. Her past roles have included a range of mental health settings where she gained experience with adolescents, adults, and family-related concerns.
Heather says she helps clients identify values, clarify goals, and practice strategies to reduce distress and improve functioning. She invites questions before beginning work and frames therapy as a collaborative process aimed at practical change.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that align with those values. It helps with anxiety, depression, and feelings of being stuck by emphasizing real-world steps rather than only changing thoughts.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It suits problems such as anxiety, depression, and stress by using structured tools and homework to practice new ways of coping.
Mindfulness-based methods bring attention to present-moment experience and simple practices for calming the body and mind. These techniques often pair well with CBT or ACT to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.
Heather frames choosing an approach as a collaborative process. She will work with each person to identify goals and trial methods that fit their needs and preferences. Adjustments are made over time based on what is helpful.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow for check-ins during breaks. They also permit the use of worksheets, mindfulness practices, and behavior experiments between meetings to support skill development.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
New Hampshire
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, career issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting matters, trauma and related topics.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a conversational, interactive style that integrates humor and creativity with client-centered psychotherapy.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience in mental health settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is an LCSW licensed in New Hampshire.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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