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Kathleen Murphy

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

11 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Kathleen

My years of specialized training and experience have equipped me with skills in various therapeutic approaches. I have a background in treating co-occurring disorders (substance abuse treatment and mental health). I customize my approach to meet the needs and presenting problems of my clients and direct their treatment to establish a therapeutic alliance in order to facilitate the bridge to health. I continuously strive to maintain an engaging spirit and good humor; I am able to engage clients from various backgrounds in their quest to learn, improve and emerge as more effective human beings. I am able to see and appreciate my clients personal power, unique gifts and assist them in seeing the light out of the darkness.

I am able to see and appreciate my clients personal power, unique gifts and assist them in seeing the light out of the darkness.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Affirming
  • Open-minded
  • Solution-oriented
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Black community
  • Geriatric clients
  • Parents
  • Veterans
  • First responders
  • Blended families
  • Non-monogamous relationships

Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I enjoy exercising, walking my dogs, attending concerts and spending time with family and friends

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#86812 • California • LMFT

Education

BA - Social Science, Chapman University MA - Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Chapman University

Kathleen Murphy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #86812 (exp December 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Kathleen Murphy accepts Prime Health, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Health Net, and Centivo. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Kathleen Murphy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Kathleen is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Kathleen’s California license number is 86812, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Kathleen Murphy has been practicing therapy for 11 years. Kathleen’s education and training include BA - Social Science, Chapman University; MA - Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, Chapman University. Over that time, Kathleen has worked closely with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Veterans, First responders, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Kathleen is part of that group.

Kathleen Murphy works with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Veterans, First responders, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Couples Therapy, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Substance Use, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Kathleen spends most of their clinical time. Kathleen also sees couples together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Kathleen is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Kathleen Murphy draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Kathleen’s style is action-oriented, affirming, open-minded, solution-oriented, and warm. In Kathleen’s words: “I am able to see and appreciate my clients personal power, unique gifts and assist them in seeing the light out of the darkness.”

Kathleen Murphy (she/her) offers therapy in English. Kathleen identifies as White.

Kathleen Murphy offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Kathleen is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Kathleen Murphy is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Kathleen will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Kathleen’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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