Family Therapy in Newbury, MA

Whether you are coping with a transition, having challenges in a relationship, experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, grieving the loss of a loved one, or facing another obstacle to your well-being, the work we do together in therapy can restore you to a place of peace and balance. My role as a therapist is to serve as your ally: to be present with you in your expression of feelings; to serve as a witness to your experience, a companion in discovery and release of what no longer serves you, and a mirror, reflecting the wisdom that lies within you.

As a therapist who was born blind, I recognize that coping with discrimination negatively impacts our mental health, and that naming and challenging these outside forces in therapy can lead to self-empowerment and healing. I focus on addressing diagnoses such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression with particular focus on teens, young adults, and first responders.

As the COVID-19 situation continues, I have made adjustments to my practice and will be available to meet clients via phone or video-chat. .............................................................................. I believe in focusing on the individual in the present moment. The past has created who we have become; the present is who we are now; and together we will work toward realizing the future.

We often get stuck in maladaptive beliefs and patterns of behavior that once helped us cope with shame, fear or anxiety. They get in our way of feeling balance and a sense of well-being in our lives. The more we can develop insight into the source of these issues and break them down into manageable pieces, the more rewarding our relationships, work and free time will become. We all have the capacity to make positive changes that improve the quality of our lives. It is a sign of strength and resilience to reach out for help.

I have been in practice for 30+ years and I would like to help you. I am skilled in working with trauma, relationship concerns, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, and addictions as they impact the family. I am a trauma-informed therapist and use cognitive behavioral interventions to help you to create the change you are looking for.

I offer psychotherapy to adults, children, and their families. I encourage personal development and look for effective change by focusing on each individual's unique path to health.

I am pleased that you are taking a moment to read this . I have been practicing therapy for more than 30 years and I have found that people enter therapy because they are confused, upset, fearful, sad-- distressed. Distress signals the need for a change. You have begun to look toward changing. I want to work with you to help relieve your distress and create change. I want to work in partnership with you to change those feelings and thoughts and behaviors that interfere with fulfilled living, gratifying work, satisfying relationships.

We all encounter challenges in our lives and sometimes require assistance in getting through a rough patch. I am honored to work with individuals seeking a compassionate, interactive and empathetic psychotherapist. By using a collaborative approach, we work together to identify limiting thoughts and beliefs and to reframe them allowing you to create a more empowering and enriching approach to life. With couples, I provide the safe, judgement-free- environment needed to resolve difficult relationship issues and enhance communication skills for you and your partner to use beyond the completion of therapy.

Clients see me for existential fatigue from unresolved trauma, loss, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions. Every part of our lives has an opportunity for growth. I support people who want to engage the opportunities and move beyond simple relief of symptoms to understand symptoms are telling us something greater is trying to emerge. I believe relationship between therapist and client(s) is a primary factor in determining success in therapy. Clients who see me are usually seeking deeper relationships with themselves, others, and their world, i am here to facilitate that process.

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As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 27 years, I am able to work with a myriad of issues that couples, individuals and families present. My approach to counseling has become a combination of many different types of therapies. My clients and I maintain an interactive relationship that includes insight therapy, cognitive behavioral treatment, and directive techniques. Improving the ability to communicate effectively with your partner, family and friends and reduction of stress in your life is the primary focus of your work with me. This approach has proven to be life changing for most of my clients.

I'm Dr. Mary Murphy. A holistically oriented Jungian psychologist, ecotherapist, and life coach passionate about helping people create the life they desire. I aim to help you break through the limiting beliefs, behaviors, and storylines that hold you back from living your full potential. I believe in being real, taking action, and bringing the best and truest version of ourselves to everything we do. If you're stuck in any aspect of life, ready to uproot what's getting in your way and seek an alternative approach to traditional therapy practices, please read on!

Anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one understands that healing takes a lot of time and energy. The intensity of symptoms associated with grief can make you feel like you are "going crazy." You aren't going crazy but you may need to talk to someone who understands. Because I am a bereaved parent, I have chosen to focus my private practice in providing care and guidance to those who have experienced loss.

Are you struggling with relationships? Does it seem like it should be easier to connect with those we are related to, those we choose to be with, those we work with and those we parent? How do we address unhealthy relationships, or unhealthy parts of relationships? How do we make better choices going forward? You are not alone. I often work with those who have had difficulty or trauma in relationships, and who want to heal and create change. Validation is a key component of my therapy. I want to truly see, know and appreciate the real you and your feelings. Integrity, self-responsibility and empowerment are goals.