Gabrielle McMurphy, LPC, LCMHC

Gabrielle McMurphy is a licensed mental health professional based in North Carolina with three years of clinical experience. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and brings a calm, practical approach to helping people navigate complex emotional challenges.

Gabrielle focuses on a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes and compassion fatigue. She also addresses related areas such as attachment and communication difficulties, caregiver stress, chronic health concerns, and blended family dynamics. Her clinical work blends several evidence-based methods to meet each person where they are.

Her style is warm and collaborative, emphasizing understanding, validation, and the development of concrete tools for growth. Gabrielle aims to create a nonjudgmental space where people can explore their experiences and build skills to manage symptoms, improve relationships, and pursue meaningful goals. Those who work with her can expect practical strategies tailored to their needs and steady support through transitions.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel significant, and Gabrielle welcomes people who are ready to begin that process in a thoughtful, person-centered way.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Gabrielle commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a client-centered approach into her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful internal struggles and focus on values-driven action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches concrete skills to identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to depression, anxiety, and other mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a supportive environment where a person’s own priorities guide the work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Gabrielle works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts strategies over time and involves clients in decisions about pacing and focus so care remains aligned with what matters to them.

Online therapy with Gabrielle includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, manage appointments around work or caregiving responsibilities, and continue consistent care through life changes.