Steven Murray , LMSW

Steven Murray brings five decades of experience in mental health, combining extensive clinical training with a practical, person-centered approach. He earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Detroit and holds professional licensure in Michigan, including an LMSW - which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker - and a Michigan psychologist license. Over a long career in hospitals, clinics, group homes, and schools, he has provided care across the lifespan and served people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds and with a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance concerns, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting and intimacy issues, sleep problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and serious chronic mental illness.

His therapeutic orientation is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) while integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based perspectives, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused methods when appropriate. He frames his role as a coach and encourager who offers support, perspective, and direction to help people make progress in the areas they choose without judgment. Training in psychodynamic and behavior-modification approaches also informs his flexibility in meeting diverse needs.

Beyond his clinical work, he values humor, science, and technology. As a blind professional, he emphasizes the independence that technology affords and maintains an active interest in computers and smartphones. He holds an undergraduate degree in instrumental music from Central Michigan University and advocates for music as an aid to wellbeing. Nature walks, reading, and staying current with events are among his personal interests that inform a balanced, engaged outlook.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether connecting with a therapist online can produce meaningful change. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions - remote therapy can offer benefits comparable to traditional in-person work and is an effective option for many people.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that suits them best - video sessions, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to receive care from a preferred location.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and clients can request a different therapist at any time if they feel another fit would be better. For many people, online therapy provides a convenient, accessible way to work on goals, build coping skills, and address everyday challenges with the guidance of a trained professional.