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Meghan Murphy

Meghan Murphy

LICSW

Therapist · Massachusetts · 13+ years of experience

Therapist focused on practical change

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  • Compassionate support
  • Short practical steps
  • Evidence based care

About Meghan

Meghan Murphy is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts. She brings 13 years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and anger. She aims to meet people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion as they take the first steps toward change.

Meghan adapts conversations and care to fit each person's situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. She works alongside clients to set practical goals and figure out what helps most in day-to-day life. Sessions focus on short, clear steps that people can try between meetings.

Her background includes helping people cope with family conflict, loss, compassion fatigue, and mental health concerns such as depression and ADHD. She also has experience with issues around pregnancy and childbirth, postpartum depression, fertility concerns, and body image. Meghan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps the work focused and approachable.

People who are navigating life transitions, managing intense emotions like anger, or trying to rebuild after trauma often find the sessions useful. Meghan also supports those dealing with social anxiety, relationship questions, and the practical strains of caregiving. She aims to create a steady, respectful space for problem solving.

To begin, clients follow a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. Her work is offered in English and she does not take international clients at this time.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressFamily problemsFertility issuesPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

13+ years

Credentials

Massachusetts

Languages

English

How Meghan Uses Evidence-Based Techniques in Online Care

Meghan works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach she uses involves skill-building for managing emotions and stress through step-by-step exercises people can practice between sessions. This method helps with anxiety, anger, and day-to-day overwhelm by teaching concrete tools for feeling more in control.

Another approach emphasizes processing difficult experiences and trauma at a pace that feels manageable. Sessions focus on making sense of painful events and developing coping strategies to reduce their impact on daily life. This work can help with grief, post-traumatic stress, and lingering emotional pain.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, symptoms, and preferences and then adjust methods over time. The plan can change as needs evolve and as people notice what helps most.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques so the work remains focused and practical whether sessions are longer or briefer.

At a glance

Listed location
Massachusetts
Experience
13+ years
Credentials
LICSW
Languages
English
License (Massachusetts)
LICSW · No. LICSW118525
NPI
1255731154

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Meghan address?

She helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and depression, and supports those coping with trauma, grief, family conflict, and parenting challenges.

What is her general therapy style?

Her approach is practical and collaborative, tailoring conversations and plans to each person's needs and focusing on clear steps to try between sessions.

How long has she been practicing?

Meghan has 13 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life stress concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an MA and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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