Brenda Murphy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado who brings five years of clinical experience to work with individuals and families facing trauma, grief, and parenting challenges. She emphasizes empathy, respect, and a strengths-based perspective, creating a collaborative environment where people feel heard and supported as they work toward greater resilience and emotional balance.
Her practice is trauma-informed, guiding clients through processing difficult experiences while helping them develop practical coping strategies. Brenda integrates evidence-based methods into treatment, drawing on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) for trauma-related concerns, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for deeper processing of traumatic memories. She also uses mindfulness-based techniques to support emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.
With extensive experience supporting children and families, Brenda helps young clients manage intense emotions and build coping skills, while partnering with parents and caregivers to strengthen relationships and resilience at home. She also focuses on caregiver stress and hospice or end-of-life counseling, offering compassionate guidance during major life transitions. As a licensed clinician, Brenda blends clinical skill with genuine care to help people move forward with increased confidence and connection.
Evidence-Based Techniques and Accessible Online Care
Brenda Murphy draws on several evidence-based approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, or relationship strain, offering concrete skills for everyday challenges. Trauma-Focused CBT applies CBT principles specifically to trauma, often incorporating work with caregivers to support children and families as they process traumatic events and build safety and coping skills. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is used to process distressing memories by reducing their emotional intensity and helping clients integrate difficult experiences into their life story.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Brenda partners with clients to explore which techniques feel most helpful, adjusting methods over time based on goals, preferences, and progress. This collaborative stance aims to align treatment with each person’s values and needs.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for busy lives. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access care from home or wherever they are, making it easier to maintain regular sessions, involve family members when helpful, and practice skills between appointments with support from licensed professionals and therapists.
How much experience does Brenda Murphy have?
Brenda Murphy has 5 years of experience.
Is Brenda Murphy a licensed therapist?
Yes. Brenda Murphy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: CO LPC LPC.0020210.
In which languages does Brenda Murphy provide therapy?
Brenda Murphy provides therapy in English.
Where is Brenda Murphy located?
Brenda Murphy is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Brenda Murphy as my therapist?
You can work with Brenda Murphy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brenda Murphy work with international clients?
Brenda Murphy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brenda Murphy cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.