Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Muskegon, MI

have been in private practice for the past twelve years, specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorders. My nurturing and warm personality makes patients feel immediately comfortable in my office. At the same time it is my highly professional approach which successfully helps individuals and couples learn skills, improving their quality of life and their relationships. I have a subspecialty dealing with women suffering from postpartum depression, helping to guide them and their significant other during their transition to parenthood. Using an eclectic, supportive, therapeutic model I help patients during challenging times, providing them with all the supportive resources possible.

As an experienced board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in adults between the ages of 18-64 experiencing anxiety, feelings of depression, stress, attention issues, grief, or sleep difficulties who want to feel better and supported. With over 10 years of experience working in different facilities across the country, my goal is to create a calm, judgment-free space where you feel comfortable, heard, and understood.

Dr. Murphy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 40 years of experience in counseling individuals and families. She specializes in various areas of psychotherapy in including – Christian focused, Trauma focused, Addiction and recovery, Veteran PTSD and Military sexual trauma, depression/anxiety/bipolar disorder, Grief and victims of abuse.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Michigan in Flint, MI.

Master Social Work from Eastern Michigan in Ypsilanti, MI.

Doctorate in Behavioral Health and Integrated Primary Care from Arizona State University

Additional Credentials - Certified Master Addiction Counselor (PMAC), Certified Process therapy – trauma focused (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Treatment in Chronic Pain (CBT-CP)

Seeking therapy can be anxiety provoking. But it can also create welcome change. When I initially speak with clients, I want to hear their story; where they have been and where they want to go. As a team, I want to help them get there. I see the relationship between a client and therapist as a collaboration of efforts. We create a team based approach, where I can help a client "connect the dots" to gain a better understanding of their every day life experiences and challenges.

I graduated from MSU with my BSW, and then received my MSW from U-M. I have been practicing for about 30 years. I specialize in anxiety/depression, parent guidance, grief, coping, trauma, relationship issues and life transitions.

Hi, I’m Marilyn.

You may look like you’re holding everything together while inside you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or not like yourself anymore.

Maybe your mind won’t slow down, your motivation has changed, past experiences keep affecting you, or stress has become your new normal. You don’t have to keep pushing through and wondering why you still don’t feel like yourself.

I’m a dual board-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric evaluation and medication management for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD/trauma, stress, and emotional overwhelm.

I am a compassionate counselor and easy to get to know. I am excellent listener

15 years of psychiatric and progressive clinical experience. Specializes in advanced psychiatric evaluations, psychotropic medication management, Proven track record in managing acute and complex psychiatric disorders,and driving patient-centered care plans that improve therapeutic outcomes.