more about Nora Murphy
Therapeutic Strategies
I am a compassion focused, culturally sensitive therapist who predominately uses Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness-based approaches to assist clients in making the changes they desire.
Education and Credentials
- Years in practice- 15+
- MEd, Counseling Psychology, Loyola University 2004
- LCPC License and State: 180.011974 Illinois
- member, American Counseling Association
- MA, Religious Studies - Spirituality, Mundelein College 1989
Other Fun Facts
I am an adjunct faculty member at DePaul University. Courses I teach include a seminar on happiness, a course on social justice in education as well as a professional writing course.
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I just earned a white belt in NIA, a movement practice that combines the healing arts, martial arts and dance, and am in the process of becoming an instructor. I love music and I love to dance. I find joy in my body through movement and am a huge believer in being present in one's body as a pathway to happiness.
"The best way out is always through"
-Robert Frost-