Shiho Murakami, LICSW, MD, LCSW-C
Compassionate clinician supporting families and LGBT clients
- Trauma and family focus
- Parenting and attachment support
- Speaks English and Japanese
About Shiho Murakami
Shiho Murakami is a licensed clinician practicing in Maryland and the District of Columbia with 6 years of professional experience. She holds LICSW, MD, and LCSW-C credentials, with the LICSW and LCSW-C representing clinical social work licenses that reflect advanced training in therapeutic practice.
Murakami has focused experience supporting people navigating LGBT-related concerns, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting challenges. Her work also addresses related areas such as attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, substance and eating concerns, and communication and boundary difficulties.
She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to meet each client’s specific needs. Murakami emphasizes collaboration and practical support, helping clients identify steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life. She aims to empower clients through an individualized process that honors their strengths and goals while offering steady support throughout change.
Murakami has focused experience supporting people navigating LGBT-related concerns, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting challenges. Her work also addresses related areas such as attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, substance and eating concerns, and communication and boundary difficulties.
She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to meet each client’s specific needs. Murakami emphasizes collaboration and practical support, helping clients identify steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life. She aims to empower clients through an individualized process that honors their strengths and goals while offering steady support throughout change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shiho Murakami have?
Shiho Murakami has 6 years of professional experience.
Is Shiho Murakami a licensed therapist?
Yes. Shiho Murakami holds the credentials LICSW, MD, and LCSW-C. License details include DC LICSW LC200001939 and MD LCSW-C 23159.
In which languages does Shiho Murakami provide therapy?
Shiho Murakami provides therapy in English and Japanese.
Where is Shiho Murakami located?
Shiho Murakami is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Shiho Murakami as my therapist?
Clients can work with Shiho Murakami through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shiho Murakami work with international clients?
Shiho Murakami does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shiho Murakami cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Guide Remote Support
Shiho Murakami integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy into her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and on identifying personal values to guide meaningful actions - this approach often supports people facing anxiety, low mood, or life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns formed in early relationships and how those patterns affect current connections and parenting - it can be helpful for people dealing with attachment issues, adoption and foster care concerns, or relationship strains.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shiho works collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so the work remains practical and aligned with the client’s priorities.
Online therapy with Shiho is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around busy schedules, manage caregiving responsibilities, or access support from different locations while working with a licensed professional.