Lara Murphy

My communication style

I'm warm but direct — I won't just reflect your words back at you. I'll name what I notice, ask questions that go somewhere, and be honest with you even when it's uncomfortable. Sessions feel collaborative and grounded, not clinical or stiff. You'll always know where we stand and where we're headed.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist because I've always been drawn to what lives beneath the surface — the stories people carry that shape everything. Over 25 years, that pull led me deep into trauma work, EMDR, and the complex, layered experiences of women navigating midlife. I continue to have the passion as it is a calling, not just a career.

My goals for you

We start by getting clear on what you actually want to change — not just symptoms to manage, but how you want to feel and function. From there, treatment is intentional and trackable. I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems informed, and evidence-based tools to move toward those goals at a pace that's challenging but not overwhelming.

Our first session

The first session is a conversation, not an intake form read aloud. I want to understand what brought you in, what you've tried before, and what you're hoping for. I'll also share how I work so we can decide together if it's a good fit. You won't leave feeling like a stranger — I move quickly toward connection.

I identify as...

• Cis, Female
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