Karen Murphree, LCSW
LCSW offering holistic therapy for stress and trauma
- Video and phone sessions
- LGBTQIA2S+ affirming care
- Strength based focus
About Karen Murphree
Karen Murphree is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience who offers a holistic, strength-based approach to therapy. She blends evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with attachment-informed perspectives and creative, whole-person techniques to address stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, identity matters, and life transitions. She explains that an LCSW is a clinical social work license allowing for professional assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy.
Her practice emphasizes practical tools alongside expressive methods - for example visual imagery, music, art, guided meditations, movement, rituals, attention to sleep and nutrition, and introductions to spiritual or expressive practices when those are helpful. That combination is intended to help clients identify limiting beliefs and behaviors, strengthen coping skills, and access inner resources for healing. She integrates approaches drawn from attachment theory, polyvagal-informed ideas, CBT and DBT, and trauma-focused methods such as EMDR within a strengths-oriented framework.
Murphree is affirming of LGBTQIA2S+ identities, kink and polyamory communities, and people exploring nontraditional spirituality, and she notes experience working with issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, gender dysphoria, and intimacy-related concerns. Her tone is compassionate and nonjudgmental, focused on meeting each person where they are and supporting practical, meaningful change.
Her practice emphasizes practical tools alongside expressive methods - for example visual imagery, music, art, guided meditations, movement, rituals, attention to sleep and nutrition, and introductions to spiritual or expressive practices when those are helpful. That combination is intended to help clients identify limiting beliefs and behaviors, strengthen coping skills, and access inner resources for healing. She integrates approaches drawn from attachment theory, polyvagal-informed ideas, CBT and DBT, and trauma-focused methods such as EMDR within a strengths-oriented framework.
Murphree is affirming of LGBTQIA2S+ identities, kink and polyamory communities, and people exploring nontraditional spirituality, and she notes experience working with issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, gender dysphoria, and intimacy-related concerns. Her tone is compassionate and nonjudgmental, focused on meeting each person where they are and supporting practical, meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Murphree have?
Karen Murphree has 30 years of professional experience in clinical social work and psychotherapy.
Is Karen Murphree a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her licenses include OR LCSW L14851 and MO LCSW 2022026451.
In which languages does Karen Murphree provide therapy?
Karen Murphree provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Murphree located?
She is located in Montana.
How can I work with Karen Murphree as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Murphree through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Murphree work with international clients?
No. Karen Murphree does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Murphree 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 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape patterns of connection and emotion regulation; it helps people understand recurring relationship dynamics, reduce reactivity with important others, and build more secure bonds. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic stance in which the therapist offers empathy and acceptance to help clients explore their values, strengths, and goals and gain a clearer sense of self. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday difficulties.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and may combine elements from different methods to create a personalized plan that fits the client’s situation.
Online therapy with Karen Murphree is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, manage ongoing work or caregiving responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care during life changes, while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to use the same therapeutic tools and skills they would in person.