What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“I couldn’t be happier with my therapist, Michael Murray. From our very first session, he made me feel heard, understood, and genuinely supported. His thoughtful insights, patience, and compassionate approach have helped me make meaningful progress in areas I’ve struggled with for years. Michael creates a safe, non-judgmental space where I feel comfortable being completely honest, and his guidance has been both empowering and transformative. I’m truly grateful to have him as my therapist.”
Less than 1 year ago
“It was nice working with Dr. Murray. In just a few sessions he helped me to completely overcome my depression which had been present for at least 3-4 years.
Many Kudos to Dr. Murray!!”
Less than 1 year ago
About Michael Murray
Focus areas
Anxiety
Stress
Depression
Therapy
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Existential
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Michael Murray
My approach to therapy is warm, conversational, and deeply collaborative. I believe that real change happens when we can openly explore your experiences, values, and challenges in a space of genuine connection and nonjudgmental support. My work draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), existential therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help you navigate life’s difficulties while fostering personal growth, meaning, and self-acceptance. In our conversations, we will explore not only your thoughts and emotions but also what truly matters to you. Using ACT, I help clients develop psychological flexibility—learning how to accept difficult emotions, unhook from unhelpful thought patterns, and take meaningful action aligned with their values. Through an existential lens, we’ll also consider deeper questions about identity, purpose, and the ways you make sense of life’s uncertainties and transitions. I integrate Motivational Interviewing to support your autonomy, drawing out your own wisdom and motivation for change, rather than imposing advice or solutions. Rather than focusing on eliminating discomfort, my goal is to help you build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling, even in the face of challenges. We will work together to cultivate self-compassion, develop new perspectives, and take actionable steps toward the life you want to live.
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claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your
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out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s
self-pay rate,
and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for
potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1033129689
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I couldn’t be happier with my therapist, Michael Murray. From our very first session, he made me feel heard, understood, and genuinely supported. His thoughtful insights, patience, and compassionate approach have helped me make meaningful progress in areas I’ve struggled with for years. Michael creates a safe, non-judgmental space where I feel comfortable being completely honest, and his guidance has been both empowering and transformative. I’m truly grateful to have him as my therapist.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
It was nice working with Dr. Murray. In just a few sessions he helped me to completely overcome my depression which had been present for at least 3-4 years.
Many Kudos to Dr. Murray!!
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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Is Michael Murray accepting new patients?
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What practice does Michael Murray work with?
Michael Murray works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Murray?
Michael Murray frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Michael Murray on their profile.
What languages does Michael Murray speak?
Michael Murray speaks English.