I’ve worked with Stephen for over 6 months now and he has helped me really reflect on things going on in my life, my behavior and relationships with others, and my career and family goals. He is responsive and respectful and is great at helping me consider other perspectives. I would highly recommend him.
Stephen Murphy, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Stephen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Stephen. View 21 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia, Alabama, and 3 more
Recent reviews
Stephen has been great help to our marital needs while offering us many incites to improve communication and early marriage transitions.
More about Stephen
- 9 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Alabama, Virginia, Georgia, the District of Columbia, and Maryland. My experience includes clinical social work, risk management, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, case management, crisis intervention, advocacy, brokerage, education, and facilitation working with diverse groups of children, adolescents, and adults in medical social work, child welfare, mental health/chemical dependency, corrections, HIV/AIDS, and Veteran Affairs. While working with these clients, I have acquired necessary clinical skills relevant to culturally diverse practice and effective outcomes. I am a well-organized, highly motivated, and an energetic team player dedicated to meeting my clients where they are through both micro and macro level social work interventions.
Working in Mental Health for over 12 years, I've learned that people are literally trying to put the pieces of their life together just to make it through the day. Being sensitive to this, I've developed my practice model around the following quote, "We're only as strong as our weakest link; therefore do your best to strengthen someone today!" My goal every day is to strengthen someone (self-included) in some area. Let's Live in Purpose so we can Win on Purpose!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Stephen Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053945345.
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904011454 · Expires June 2025
- LICSW · Alabama · 4325C · Expires June 2025
- LCSW · Georgia · CSW007707 · Expires September 2026
- LICSW · District of Columbia · LC200002451 · Expires July 2025
- LCSW-C · Maryland · 29950 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Stephen Murphy
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve worked with Stephen for over 6 months now and he has helped me really reflect on things going on in my life, my behavior and relationships with others, and my career and family goals. He is responsive and respectful and is great at helping me consider other perspectives. I would highly recommend him.
Stephen has been great help to our marital needs while offering us many incites to improve communication and early marriage transitions.
Stephen is great and intuitive. For a person aversive to therapy, I’ve enjoyed the counseling sessions. I’ve come to understand a lot about my issues.
My counselor was very responsive, punctual and listens to my concerns. I was very satisfied with my session with my counselor and would recommend Betterhelp.com to anyone.
I highly value Stephens advice and expertise
Great ear. Great way of explaining the obvious. He gives different ways to approach difficult situations and solutions.
I've tried therapy before but its never felt useful and it just felt awkward and burdensome (I have some social anxiety so I just felt anxious about therapy...), so when I started this time I had very low expectations and expected a negative outcome. However Stephen has proven to me time and time again that it can work and help. Not just does he listen (and has made me feel safe to open up -though I still struggle with that) but he shows empathy and caring. I have also really appreciated and find it impressive how he listens, understands and then gets at the root of the issue or breaks it down in a way that makes suddenly certain patterns of behavior or feelings make more sense to me. It is this last thing that has really made me feel like things get better.
To be honest, I would've completely lost faith in therapy if I hadn't found Stephen Murphy. He manages to not only understand and empathize with me and talk me through the worst of it, but he also always manages to have me look at things from an entirely different view and make me realize things in one giant epiphany like moment. Even when I don't think we have anything to talk about, our sessions are always full. I've gone from thinking I'm nuts to being able to get through day to day with his help and support in our sessions. I recommend him to anyone needing therapy.
Stephen is excellent. He understands and makes me think about things I wouldn’t have otherwise.
With Stephen l feel like l finally have someone l can talk to about things that going deep within my self without being judged or looking for validation. So far it's been great and l would recommend anyone who is looking for someone to talk to and have that space of no judgment.
I trust Stephen's advice completely. He listens and councils very effectively. Highly recommended.
I highly value Stephen's advice and expertise in managing my chronic anxiety issues
Stephen always goes above and beyond to listen and communicate clear next steps...and also checks in on my progress.
Stephen is always there for me. Offers practical solutions. And he’s encouraging.
Stephen is amazing. The issues I’m dealing with right now, I feel like he understands more than anyone in my own personal life that I’d confide in. There have been times when I knew what the message he was going for already was, but then he rephrases it and simplifies it in a way that makes sense and just hits different. I’m so glad we were matched and no matter how inconsistent I am with utilizing this service, I plan on keeping it anyways because he’s too good and too important to lose
Stephen has helped me find practical ways to manage my anxiety and depression. I would highly recommend him
Stephen did an excellent job in coaching me through a difficult discussion that I need to have with my parents. He listened to what I had to say, asked the right questions, and made sure I had created some type of action plan to move forward. I would highly recommend Stephen to others...a true professional.
Stephen was great during the first meeting. I expect it will Continue.
I was worried that my therapist would be too CLINICAL. That was not the case. Very laid back. And that is what I needed . I don't want a "how does that make you feel" I want a "so here is the plan of action"
So far, I feel my counselor is helping me understand things, relationships and self better
I would 100% recommend Stephen for counselling. I feel listened to, and they have helped me manage my depression and anxiety.
Frequently asked questions
Does Stephen Murphy offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Stephen Murphy works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Stephen Murphy speak?
Stephen Murphy speaks English.
How many years of experience does Stephen Murphy have?
Stephen Murphy has 9 years of experience.
Where is Stephen Murphy licensed to practice?
Stephen Murphy is licensed to practice in Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, District of Columbia, and Maryland.
Does Stephen Murphy accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Stephen Murphy accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Stephen Murphy offer?
Stephen Murphy offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Stephen Murphy?
Stephen Murphy can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Stephen Murphy?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.