Jessica Murphy

I have 23 years working in mental health and my focus is on clients with depression, anxiety, self harm, suicidal ideation, grief, and trauma. We work to increase their coping skills, increase self esteem, and minimize negative feelings and behaviors such as suicidal ideation or self harm. The goals of therapy are discussed at the first session and the client decides what will be most beneficial for them. As the therapist, my goal is to ensure it is manageable, discuss expectations, and how to move forward in the counselling process. Counselling is a tool to be used when needed. LGBTQIA2S+ welcome. I use an eclectic approach to counselling depending on the client/s and their needs. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths Based, and Trauma Informed. Each client is individual and needs to have a tailored therapy plan that is unique to them and their needs. The client decides the goals and direction of sessions. I like to help clients reach their goals and see improvement in their lives. Counselling should be holistic and include all aspects of life. I like to consider all aspects of my client including race, culture, ethnicity, and sexual orientation. It is important for clients to feel comfortable and I work to make every client feel heard in my practice.