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Bridget Murphy

Compassionate practical therapy for life challenges

LCSW Florida

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Bridget

Bridget Murphy is a Florida-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 20 years of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She brings a pragmatic, evidence-informed approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside person-centered and solution-focused techniques to tailor care to each client’s concerns.

Background and approach

Her practice emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies to reduce symptoms and strengthen coping skills. Murphy works with individuals facing relationship tensions, self-esteem struggles, addiction-related concerns, and intimacy or body image issues, and she addresses challenges linked to pregnancy, postpartum, and young adult development.

Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, focused on listening first and building a plan that fits each person’s goals and circumstances. She blends goal-oriented tools with attention to internal patterns and personal values to support sustainable change.

Available in English and accepting international clients, Bridget offers video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging sessions. Fees vary by location and therapist availability and are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

Prospective clients begin by selecting Start Therapy, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to availability.

Approaches for Online Change and Growth



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with more adaptive strategies; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own capacity for insight and growth; this approach can be helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to match techniques to their goals and preferences, adapting methods over time as needs evolve. This partnership allows flexibility in pacing and focus so that therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make scheduling easier and expand access for people in different locations. These options allow ongoing work between sessions and provide multiple ways to stay connected according to what fits each person’s life and communication style.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Bridget address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, addictions, and challenges tied to life transitions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is compassionate and client-centered, blending practical, goal-oriented techniques with listening and individualized care to meet each person’s needs.
What is her professional background?
She has practiced for 20 years and has experience supporting people through communication problems, body image, postpartum concerns, and other life changes.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida with license number FL LCSW SW8563 and maintains practice serving clients in that state.
Can nonlocal or international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English for those seeking remote care.
Which session formats are offered online?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Costs vary with location and availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and exact fees depend on the therapist’s schedule and region.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English