
Melissa Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Let's Connect (301) 900-3284

Sometimes life can feel really tough. Feelings of anxiety, depression, and grief are totally normal responses in these difficult times. My goal as a therapist is to guide clients through whatever is keeping them from living their happiest lives — whether the issue is more recent or a deeper issue that has been draining someone’s energy for years (or a lifetime). I operate from a collaborative, strengths-based perspective to help clients understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I help clients develop skills and strategies to mitigate OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma/PTSD symptoms that interfere with well-being.

I have advanced training treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, family issues, identity issues, couples therapy, and pelvic pain disorders. I have specialized training in treatment for OCD and phobias. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure/Response Prevention (ERP), and I-CBT for OCD.
I have expertise working with adolescents (12+) and adults. I offer clients an empathetic environment and a warm, non-judgmental perspective. You've already taken a huge first step on your journey just by searching for help. If you'd like to schedule an intake appointment, please call, email, or fill out the contact form. I look forward to meeting you!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $185
- Pay by Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 900-3284

Melissa Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 26030 Melissa Murphy
- In Practice for 8 Years
- License: DC Board of Social Work LC200002289
- Membership with International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
- Attended University of Maryland, School of Social Work, Master of Social Work (MSW)
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- BFRBs (skin picking, trichotillomania)
- Bisexual
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Pelvic Pain Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- ComB Treatment for Skin Picking/Hair Pulling
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT) for OCD
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
Bethesda Therapy LLC
Washington, DC 20016
(301) 900-3284Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (301) 900-3284

Melissa Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT