Gabrielle McMurphy , LPC, LCMHC

Gabrielle McMurphy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with three years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, relationship challenges, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, and difficulties adjusting to life changes, among other concerns. Gabrielle also focuses on related issues including attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, body image, and communication or codependency struggles.

Her approach blends evidence-based practices with a warm, collaborative manner that honors each person’s experience. She aims to create a supportive space where individuals can explore painful memories, build coping skills, and practice new ways of relating to themselves and others. Gabrielle emphasizes practical tools alongside emotional processing to help clients move toward meaningful change.

Clients can expect a therapist who listens without judgment, helps clarify goals, and partners with them to develop strategies tailored to their needs. Gabrielle views beginning therapy as an important step and seeks to meet people where they are while guiding them toward greater resilience and well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches Suited for Online Work

Gabrielle uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and taking meaningful action. ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions by shifting focus from symptom avoidance to values driven living.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients recognize and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and skills oriented, often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gabrielle collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts strategies over time as progress is made.

Online therapy with Gabrielle is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing for flexibility in how people engage in care. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of support across everyday demands.