Business Details
28 Years
experience
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Falls Church, VA
With over three decades of dedicated practice, I provide comprehensive psychological services tailored to individuals across the lifespan. My expertise spans depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma-related concerns, with specialized experience in supporting victims of sexual abuse, families navigating divorce, and women facing fertility issues. Since 1998, I have maintained a private practice focused on creating collaborative therapeutic environments that prioritize client self-awareness and personal growth.My approach integrates exploration of past experiences with practical strategies for addressing current challenges, offering flexible session structures to meet diverse client needs. Through initial assessments and ongoing therapy, I work closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that foster emotional resilience and improved interpersonal functioning.
Services
Adult Psychotherapy
Adolescent Psychotherapy
Child Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluations
Telehealth Services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of clinical psychology experience across all age groups
- Our practice specializes in trauma recovery and complex family dynamics
- We provide telehealth services for increased accessibility
- Our approach combines evidence-based methods with personalized treatment plans
- We maintain collaborative relationships with parents during child therapy
Services
Adult Psychotherapy
Individual therapy sessions help adults address depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges. Using interactive techniques, we explore past experiences while focusing on current concerns to promote self-awareness and positive change. Most clients attend weekly sessions with flexible scheduling options available.
Adolescent Psychotherapy
Specialized therapy for teens dealing with mood disorders, behavioral issues, and social challenges. Initial assessments include separate parent meetings to gather background information. Confidentiality agreements ensure trust while addressing developmental needs through evidence-based interventions.
Child Psychotherapy
Therapeutic play and talk therapy sessions for kindergarten-age children and older. Initial assessments involve parent consultations followed by child-centered sessions using art materials and games. Parent collaboration supports comprehensive treatment of developmental challenges and behavioral concerns.
People
Carolyn Murphy, Ph. D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Murphy holds a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of Maryland. With over 30 years of clinical experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, family dynamics, and life transition challenges. She has maintained a private practice since 1998.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
I combine interactive therapeutic techniques with evidence-based methods, focusing on both past experiences and current challenges to promote self-awareness and positive behavioral changes.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, I provide telehealth therapy sessions for clients who prefer remote access to mental health care while maintaining treatment continuity.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with initial assessments sometimes requiring additional time for comprehensive evaluations and parent meetings.
What are your specialty areas?
I specialize in treating trauma survivors, individuals experiencing fertility challenges, and families navigating divorce, with expertise in depression and anxiety disorders.
