Gabrielle McMurphy, LPC, LCMHC

Gabrielle McMurphy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina. She focuses on helping people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, ADHD, and addiction. Her style is warm and collaborative, and she aims to make starting therapy a manageable step for anyone who is uncertain or nervous.

Gabrielle keeps sessions practical and straightforward. She uses methods drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. That means she helps people identify patterns of thinking and behavior, practice coping skills, and connect with what matters most to them.

With three years of clinical experience, Gabrielle brings an accessible, down-to-earth approach to counseling. She works with people experiencing relationship strain, bipolar mood concerns, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. She also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and codependency.

Sessions and intake follow the site's standard matching process. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and Gabrielle does not work with international clients at this time.

To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

How Gabrielle’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety and depression. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and name emotions and understand how those feelings shape relationships and self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and how they respond to different methods. That collaborative process guides whether sessions emphasize skill practice, emotion work, or values-based action.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not specify which online options are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce time spent traveling, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone choose a quieter setting at home or use a phone session if video is difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and EFT techniques to work well in remote sessions, focusing on practical exercises, worksheets, and in-the-moment coaching to support progress.