Compassion Focused Therapists in Denver, NC

You are looking for a therapist or counselor that can actually help you make the changes you desire. You want someone who can truly listen and understands the emotions and symptoms you are experiencing, but you also need someone to dive in with you to navigate a way through them. Whether you are looking for help in breaking free from your past, gaining skills to defeat unhelpful thoughts, a lifeline out of the pit of depression, or a stabilizing hand to help you with dysregulation, I can help.

Trauma has a profound effect on an individual and their loved ones and can affect every aspect of their lives. Are you seeking assistance with healing from trauma, improving family communication skills, creating boundaries and healthy relationships in order to live your best life? Maybe you are struggling parenting or relating to your partner and want to learn new way of doing things. These are all completely normal and I am here to help!

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate with a deep respect for and understanding that everyone’s experience is unique to them and can affect their lives in endless ways. I have a mixture of skills that aid me in serving others with these differences in mind. Therefore, I take an eclectic approach to counseling. Depending on the client needs, I mostly utilize cognitive behavioral, emotion-focused, strengths-based, and solution-focused techniques while being grounded in person-centered and holistic care.

I offer compassionate counseling to help you find joy and lasting change. It is an honor to support you as you move toward what you value most and to engage in a more harmonious and meaningful life. We will explore and embrace your individual strengths empowering you to address challenges and reinforce your resilience. The counseling relationship and our work together is characterized by empathy, trust and respect.

My desire is to help people navigate this crazy journey called life. I understand that there are ups and downs for everyone, and yet they look different for each of us. I want to come alongside you and help you heal from the wounds of life, grow into the best version of yourself possible, and to be successful on your journey. Taking the first step for your future may be scary, but the journey there doesn't have to be traversed alone. Individuals I have worked with have been dealing with struggles such as depression, anxiety, history of abuse and trauma, relationship conflicts, and life transitions such as education and careers.

Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.

Over the past decade, the importance of mental health has been brought to the forefront of the conversation. My goal is to normalize and de-stigmatize the utilization of therapeutic interventions. I recognize the courage that it takes to ask for professional support and I am strongly committed to helping you navigate some of life’s most difficult challenges. I have been working in the mental health field for over 8 years; within this time I gained experience working with children ages 5 and up, adolescents/teens, adults, couples, and families.

Immediate availability for new clients! Do you feel like you're not living up to your potential? Is finding the strength to get through today a daily occurrence? Is previous trauma weighing heavily on your heart, mind, and soul? Are your current relationships toxic or unsatisfying? My goal as your therapist is to normalize the common experiences we share as humans: pain, suffering, the desire to know our true selves, and connect with others. Unhealed trauma, anxiety, and depression can leave us feeling blah with life.

Coming here, clients like to take the time to get a deeper understanding of their needs and wants for personal growth. I offer a holistic, judgement free space combining traditional counseling services along with the opportunity to build relationships with horses to work through challenging experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Including horse interactions offers a different way of exploring these areas free of judgement or explanation, allowing us to heal naturally. It takes courage to explore the things that cause us distress and take the time to learn new things about our own abilities to “Tread Deep”.