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Melissa Murray, LCSW, CSW

LCSW helping adults with anxiety
  • Anxiety-focused care
  • Adults 18 and up
  • Nonjudgmental sessions

About Melissa Murray

Melissa Murray is a Georgia-licensed LCSW who focuses on helping adults work through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, career concerns, OCD, and ADHD. She is also certified as a clinical anxiety treatment professional, bringing focused training to clients managing anxiety. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Melissa emphasizes practical, compassionate support rather than labels.

Her sessions are offered for individuals ages 18 and up and are designed to be nonjudgmental spaces where each person’s needs are heard and honored. She approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and strategies to each client’s circumstances and goals. Melissa aims to help clients move toward being the best version of themselves through collaborative work and steady support.

Recognizing that beginning therapy requires courage, Melissa encourages anyone taking that step and seeks to make the process approachable and manageable. Her practice centers on meeting clients where they are, listening closely to what matters most to them, and helping them develop clearer ways to cope, relate, and grow.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityJealousyObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Melissa Murray have?

Melissa Murray has 12 years of experience.

Is Melissa Murray a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LCSW, CSW. License details: GA LCSW CSW005039. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW is another social work credential.

In which languages does Melissa Murray provide therapy?

Melissa Murray provides therapy in English.

Where is Melissa Murray located?

Melissa Murray is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Melissa Murray as my therapist?

You can work with Melissa Murray through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Melissa Murray work with international clients?

Melissa Murray does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Melissa Murray 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.

Therapeutic approaches and online support



Melissa Murray integrates evidence-informed approaches to address a range of concerns in an online setting. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence current ways of relating - it helps clients understand closeness, trust, and emotional responses in relationships and can be useful for intimacy-related issues, grief, and family concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and active listening so clients can explore their values, strengths, and goals; this approach supports work on self-esteem, life transitions, and career decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, OCD symptoms, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melissa works together with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to fit sessions into busy schedules and access care from where they are most comfortable. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and try different formats to see what works best for each individual.

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