What patients are saying
Overall rating
3.67
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
About Alicia Murphy
Focus areas
Anxiety
Family Issues
Young Adult Issues
Childhood Trauma
Loneliness
Depression
Low Self Esteem
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Interpersonal
Feminist
Person-Centered
Humanistic
Psychoanalytic
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
QueerEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Alicia Murphy
I see therapy as a space where we can explore who you are, how you feel about yourself, how you relate to others, and address anything you are struggling with. By exploring past experiences, thoughts, feelings, and wishes, we might understand patterns that keep us stuck. Once we recognize them, it opens the potential to notice a wider range of emotions, experiment with change, and live a more satisfying life. We can't eliminate all past, present, and future pain, but we can find ways to process, move through, and build resilience so the pain doesn't take over.
I work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, loneliness, low self-esteem, navigating mourning and grief, or having a hard time handling pressures from school, work, relationships, or society. I have helped people dealing with complicated family dynamics, who experienced complex trauma, felt unheard or unseen throughout their childhood, and find it difficult to make or maintain meaningful relationships. I am passionate about supporting people who feel uncertain about their life direction, who feel a barrier to pursuing a passion, and who may feel disconnected and unsure about pieces of their identity. I embrace working with people who identify as LGBTQ+ and those in or exploring non-monogamous relationships.
My experience working in diverse settings, including college counseling and inpatient mental health, gives me an understanding of the many ways in which mental health challenges might present. I have always valued and continue to engage with the arts, which I studied alongside psychology and was part of my professional path before becoming a therapist. I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University and earned my bachelor's degree from Augustana College. I welcome the opportunity to help people who feel lost or blocked in their creative process or are struggling to find their own voice.
What should a new client know about working with you?
As a therapist, I am here not to tell you how to think or feel, but to help you explore how you truly do think and feel. We will hold space to be curious about all your experiences, so you can understand and appreciate yourself as a whole person. We will take the time to learn about who you are, what shaped you into the person you are today, and what your hopes are for the future. As you get more in touch with yourself, you will feel empowered to make choices that align with an authentic and meaningful life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Many people feel nervous the first time they meet with a therapist. It is completely understandable. It usually helps if you let your therapist know what brings you to therapy, but there is no right or wrong way to go about it. Some people talk about what made them contact us. Some make a summary of their history or past experience with therapy. Some others talk about the nervousness they are feeling in the moment. It might also help to talk about what you may want therapy to help you with, what you hope to get out of it.
During our initial appointment we'll start getting a sense of whether it would be a good fit to work with each other. If we decide to continue working together, I'll suggest to meet at least weekly, so that we can start developing a consistent flow to our work together. Sessions are usually 55 minutes long.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
More information on payments and coverage
I am in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO plans. If you have this type of plan, we will submit insurance claims directly. You might be responsible for part of the cost if you have a deductible or a copay. We will try to verify benefits before our first appointment, so that we have an idea of what to expect.
If you have a different insurance provider (not BCBS PPO), you will be responsible for our full fee each session. We will provide you a bill that you can use to seek reimbursement from your insurance company, provided that your plan has out-of-network benefits.
Handling insurance can be complicated so please feel free to ask me any questions!
Office location
Alicia Murphy, LPC also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Roosevelt University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
- Augustana College (Bachelor’s)
Professional memberships
- Chicago Center For Psychoanalysis
- American Counseling Association
NPI number
1043093768
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
3.67
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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What practice does Alicia Murphy work with?
Alicia Murphy works with Fermata Psychotherapy.
Where is Alicia Murphy's office located?
Alicia Murphy has 2 office locations in Chicago, view full addresses on Alicia Murphy's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alicia Murphy?
Alicia Murphy frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Alicia Murphy on their profile.
What languages does Alicia Murphy speak?
Alicia Murphy speaks English.
How do patients rate Alicia Murphy in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Alicia Murphy. The overall rating for this doctor is 3.67/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.