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Steven Murray

Change-focused therapist with five decades experience

LMSW Michigan

Experience
50 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Steven

Steven Murray brings five decades of clinical experience to his work in Michigan, offering a steady, pragmatic approach informed by many settings including hospitals, clinics, group homes, and schools.

Background and approach

He is an LMSW who emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as his general theoretical lens while drawing on complementary methods when helpful. His long career has included work with people facing stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, bipolar conditions, grief, parenting challenges, sleep difficulties, ADHD, and a range of personality and developmental concerns.

Clients can expect a supportive, coaching-oriented style that blends encouragement, practical strategies, and occasional direction. He values humor and everyday interests such as music, nature walks, and current events as part of a balanced life, and he notes how technology has been essential to maintaining independence.

Sessions are framed as collaborative efforts to identify priorities and make progress without judgment, tailored to the individual's goals and circumstances.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online work

Steven commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop concrete skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is also part of his toolkit, offering techniques to clarify values and build psychological flexibility when coping with difficult emotions and life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy informs work around relationship dynamics, helping people explore patterns that affect intimacy, communication, and connection.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist partners with clients to consider their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring; together they determine which methods or combination of methods to emphasize and adjust over time as needs evolve.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, accommodate mobility or geographic constraints within Michigan, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help address?
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, grief, parenting and sleeping difficulties, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and various personality and aging-related concerns.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The approach is practical and collaborative with an emphasis on coaching and encouragement; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used as a primary framework alongside complementary methods when appropriate.
What is his professional background?
He has 50 years of experience working across hospitals, clinics, group homes, and schools, treating a wide range of mental health and behavioral concerns.
Which credentials and location apply to this clinician?
He holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan; licensing details include MI LMSW 6801011723 and MI Psychologist 6301003778 as documented.
In what languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

50+ years

Licensed

Michigan, Michigan

Languages

English