I’m Dr. Brittany Murphy, and I’m passionate about therapy with people who take care of others, especially when that caretaking has taken its toll.

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  • My core values are connection, integrity, learning, success, and wellness.

    • I believe that the therapeutic relationship is key to good outcomes in counseling, and I can only achieve those through integrity, which means being myself openly and honestly in the service of authentic connection.

    • You'll see my love for learning in how often I share books, podcasts, videos, and other resources as additional ways to help.

    • I think it's no coincidence that my values of success and wellness have led me to being a therapist because, in this field, they are one and the same; you moving further on your journey to wellness is our measure of success.

  • I believe that you don’t have to be sick to get better. Counseling is for everybody, and we all can benefit from it for different reasons at different times in our lives.

  • All identities, experiences, and perspectives are welcome in my office. I want to understand everything that makes you you, and if I’m not familiar with an aspect of your life, part of my job is to do my own work to learn so that I can best help you.

    • Sometimes it can be helpful to work with somebody similar to you, so if you are looking for somebody who has experienced life in healthcare, academia, and/or member of the sandwich generation (“sandwiched” between raising your own kids and caring for aging parents), I might be a good fit for you!

  • I share ideas and resources on Instagram - @drbrittanymurphy.

Want to know more about my training and credentials?

  • LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, which is the title given to counselors who have been approved by the Missouri Committee for Professional Counselors. In order to become an LPC in Missouri, you must have at least a Master’s degree in Counseling, a passing score on the National Counselor Examination (NCE), and two years of experience post-Master’s under the supervision of a fully licensed clinician. I am an LPC, and I also provide supervision to counselors seeking full licensure in the state of Missouri (Provisional Licensed Professional Counselors or PLPCs).

  • NCC stands for National Certified Counselor. This credential certifies that I offer the highest standards of practice for consumers because I have met stringent education, examination, supervision, experience, and ethical requirements. You can learn more about those requirements here.

  • BC-TMH stands for Board Certified-Telemental Health. As a BC-TMH provider, I have met nationally established telemental health criteria and am uniquely trained in best practices for delivering traditional behavioral healthcare through technological means. You can learn more about this credential here.

  • A PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision provided me with additional clinical knowledge to enhance my own skills as well as specific training on teaching counseling classes and concepts to others. I believe in professional development, and this degree equipped me to guide the new and fellow therapists to enhance their knowledge and abilities. As a result, I can see clients, provide licensure supervision, and teach. It’s a great mix for me!