Dawn Murphy, MA, NJ | Psychotherapist

About Dawn Murphy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dawn Murphy

I believe that within each person lies the capacity for growth and healing, even amidst life’s most profound challenges. My role is to provide a calm, supportive space where clients can explore their inner resources, develop effective coping strategies, and strengthen their ability to navigate stress with confidence and grace. I cultivate a collaborative therapeutic relationship that empowers clients to recognize their strengths and build the resilience needed to thrive. I am deeply committed to helping individuals uncover their inherent capacity to flourish. My therapeutic approach emphasizes resilience-building in anxiety management and parenting support, guided by practical, evidence-based tools. With experience as an adjunct professor and school counselor, I bring a unique perspective that allows me to offer insightful, educational guidance tailored to each client’s needs. My goal is to support sustainable, positive change through a personalized, high-caliber experience. Parenting and relationships can be deeply rewarding, but they can also feel overwhelming, stressful, and exhausting at times. Between the demands of daily life, communication challenges, and the pressure to “do it all,” many parents and couples find themselves feeling disconnected, frustrated, or stuck. As a spouse, mother, and mental health professional, I understand firsthand the challenges families face. I specialize in supporting stressed parents and couples as they navigate the ups and downs of parenting, relationships, and family life with greater confidence and less stress. Through individual therapy, couples counseling, and parent coaching, I provide a supportive and compassionate space where we can work together to improve communication, manage conflict, strengthen relationships, and create a more peaceful home environment.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Education and background

Practice names

Evolve To Thrive

Education and training

Kean University, Master's in Art Therapy

NPI number

1336990167

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What practice does Dawn Murphy work with?

Dawn Murphy works with Evolve To Thrive.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dawn Murphy?

Dawn Murphy frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dawn Murphy on their profile.