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Carla Murray, LPC, LPC-MHSP

Compassionate Tennessee counselor for life transitions
  • CBT and DBT informed
  • Grief and relationship support
  • Stress and anxiety help

About Carla Murray

Carla Murray is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC, LPC-MHSP) with 16 years of clinical experience based in Tennessee. As a licensed counselor she combines professional training with personal insight gained from navigating significant life losses, which informs a compassionate, strengths-based approach to helping others reclaim purpose and joy. She works with people facing a wide range of concerns, including physical, mental, and emotional abuse, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, family conflict, midlife transitions, low self-esteem, and the development of sustainable self-care practices.

Carla meets clients where they are, prioritizing openness, honesty, and respect while avoiding stigmatizing labels. Her therapeutic style blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Brief Focused Solution Therapy, and mindfulness and meditation techniques, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation. She emphasizes practical tools and coping strategies that clients can apply between sessions to manage stress, improve relationships, and navigate difficult life changes.

Treatment with Carla is collaborative and client-centered, with attention to building skills, resolving conflict, and restoring emotional balance. She aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support for those ready to begin change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Carla Murray have?

Carla Murray has 16 years of experience.

Is Carla Murray a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LPC-MHSP, which indicate she is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider. Her license details are TN LPC 4271 and TN LPC-MHSP 4271.

In which languages does Carla Murray provide therapy?

Carla provides therapy in English.

Where is Carla Murray located?

Carla Murray is located in Tennessee.

How can I work with Carla Murray as my therapist?

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

Does Carla Murray work with international clients?

Carla Murray does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carla 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.

Online Therapeutic Approaches and Care

Carla Murray integrates proven therapeutic approaches into online sessions to meet clients where they are and address real-life concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental space in which the client’s own strengths and goals guide the work - this approach supports personal growth, self-exploration, and decision-making. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical and skills-focused, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, offering concrete tools for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Carla works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time so the work remains relevant and effective for the client’s changing circumstances.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care amid busy schedules and life transitions. These formats offer flexibility in timing and communication style, allowing therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care and tailor interactions to what works best for each client.

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