Heather Murphy , LCSW

Heather Murphy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Hampshire with a compassionate, client-centered approach. She earned a Master of Social Work from Simmons College in 2015 and a Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy from Emmanuel College in 2008. Over the course of her career she has worked in a range of mental health settings, bringing practical experience supporting adolescents, adults, and families as they face stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.

Her counseling style blends warmth, humor, creativity, and clear clinical thinking. Grounded in psychotherapy and humanistic, client-centered principles, she emphasizes trust and respect for each person s individuality. Heather helps people connect with their values and strengths so they can move toward greater authenticity, resilience, and well-being.

She draws on evidence-informed methods to teach skills and tools for coping, problem solving, and personal growth. Whether addressing career concerns, parenting challenges, mood difficulties, eating and body image issues, or caregiver strain, Heather aims to partner with clients in a collaborative and nurturing way. She invites questions and views the therapeutic relationship as a space for exploration, learning, and meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Heather integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to meet diverse needs. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise - it can be helpful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client s own capacity for growth - this approach suits work on self-esteem, relationship concerns, and personal exploration. CBT is a skills-based method that helps identify patterns of thought and behavior and replace them with more effective strategies - it is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and coping with stressful situations.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Heather works with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting techniques as progress is made and needs evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to connect from home, during breaks, or while managing busy schedules. For many, virtual work with licensed professionals makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support in ways that fit everyday life.