Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Hi, I am Dr. Steve Murray, a licensed Clinical Psychologist and licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Michigan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Detroit. I have worked in the field of mental health for 48 years in various settings (hospital, clinic, group home, school). I have provided therapy to all ages, diverse socioeconomic status, and to individuals with a wide range of mental health issues ranging from stress reactions, adjustment life change issues, mood and anxiety issues, trauma, intellectual concerns, criminal forensic matters, and individuals with very serious chronic mental illness diagnoses. My training has been diverse, including psychodynamic, behavior modification, and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). My current theoretical approach is CBT generally, with a mix of other points of view. I view myself as a coach and cheerleader to provide support, encouragement, new perspectives, and at times, direction. I view therapy as a means for people to make progress in the areas of their life which they choose and not for the purpose of judgement and/or embarrassment.
I like to think I have a great sense of humor and believe that positive humor is a great means to achieve a more healthy outlook and better health. I love science and technology, which is especially personal for me as I am blind and would never want to part with my computer and smartphone as they allow me independence. I have an undergraduate degree in Instrumental Music from Central Michigan University. I promote music for pleasure and health. Nature walks and reading are high on my list of healthy activities. I also have an active interest in current events of all sorts.
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Steven Murray is a Michigan-based clinician with 50 years of experience in the field of mental health. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Detroit and is licensed in Michigan to practice as a psychologist and as a clinical social worker.
Across five decades he has worked in hospitals, clinics, group homes, and schools, providing therapy to people of all ages and from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. He has helped individuals with a wide range of concerns, including stress reactions, adjustment to life changes, mood and anxiety issues, trauma and abuse, intellectual concerns, criminal forensic matters, and serious chronic mental illness.
He works with issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, addictions, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related concerns, sleeping disorders, parenting challenges, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD. His training spans psychodynamic approaches, behavior modification, and cognitive behavioral therapy, and his current practice leans toward a CBT-informed approach blended with other perspectives.
Steven views his role as part coach and part cheerleader, offering support, encouragement, fresh perspectives, and direction when appropriate so people can make progress in the life areas they choose without judgment. He values positive humor as a route to healthier outlooks and better wellbeing.
A fan of science and technology, he is blind and relies on his computer and smartphone for independence. He also holds an undergraduate degree in Instrumental Music from Central Michigan University and promotes music for pleasure and health. Nature walks, reading, and staying engaged with current events are among his preferred healthy activities.
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