A woman with light skin and short blonde hair, wearing a black turtleneck and a purple and blue floral jacket, smiling against a plain white background.

A cozy living room with two dark armchairs, a light-colored sofa, a small wooden table with a tissue box and flowers, a bookshelf, and wall art. There are two standing lamps and a large tall artificial plant.

Patricia R. Murray

Ed.D.

Specialty Areas: I work with adults for both individual and relationship counseling. I treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, stress concerns, adjustment issues, and transitions. I have forty years of experience in working with eating disorders.

Treatment Philosophy: I view counseling as a collaborative process in which therapist and client work together to actively deal with the presenting issues. I utilize a variety of concepts depending upon the needs of my clients. My training includes both cognitive-behavioral approaches and family of origin therapy. I may suggest readings, certain ways to approach situations, or specific ideas for change. Finding the treatment which is the best fit for the client is a key to my approach.

Education
Masters degree in Clinical Psychology

Specialist Certificate in Drug and Alcohol

Doctorate in Counseling Psychology

30 years experience in private practice in an outpatient setting

Focus and therapy with eating disorders since 1984

Serving the Portage/Kalamazoo areas mental health needs. Offering both in person and remote therapy options. Accepting new clients.