- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
About Jessica
Jessica Murphy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona with 20 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, depression, addictions, grief, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
She uses straightforward talk and practical skills in sessions. Jessica draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to match the client's needs. Sessions often include learning coping tools, practicing new behaviors, and talking through painful memories when helpful.
Her background includes long-term work in community, residential, and outpatient settings, and experience supporting people with substance use and recovery skills. Jessica has worked with people who have had panic attacks, mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and histories of intimate partner violence and codependence. She also has experience with eating and food-related concerns and chronic pain.
In session she aims to teach skills that reduce stress and improve daily functioning. She uses concrete strategies from CBT and DBT alongside exploration of attachment patterns and values-based work from ACT. The approach is collaborative and focused on what the client wants to change.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and values, then take actions that align with what matters. It can help when avoidance of social situations or intense worry is getting in the way of chosen goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about identifying unhelpful thinking and testing it with real-life practice. It often includes step-by-step exposure or behavioral experiments that address anxious reactions and phobic avoidance.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can help when anxiety or anger make social interactions feel overwhelming.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will talk about goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative process aims to match methods to the person’s needs and preferences rather than sticking to a single model.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and let people use video or phone in ways that suit their comfort and energy. Licensed professionals can help arrange sessions that fit everyday life while focusing on the skills and practices discussed above.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and trauma-related concerns plus depression, addictions, eating issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, ADHD and grief.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical skills and talk therapy, combining behavior-focused techniques with attention to attachment and values-based work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working in community, residential, and outpatient settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.