Ingrid Murrle
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. Working in the provision of mental health services for over 30 years, I have worked with children, youth, and adults impacted by trauma. Making the decision to seek therapy can be a powerful step towards healing and personal growth.
Working in the provision of mental health services for over 30 years, I have worked with children, youth, and adults impacted by trauma.
Whether you're facing challenges related to trauma, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore your emotions and experiences. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I can offer a safe space to explore, heal, and thrive. Each session is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring a supportive and effective therapeutic experience.
First session
In our first session together, we will start with brief introductions, then dive into understanding the specific challenges you are facing and establish your goals. This will help me develop a tailored plan to work through in following sessions.
Strengths
As a provider with a background in trauma, grief, and relationship issues, my greatest strengths are my ability to understand and empathize with the emotional pain and challenges you may be experiencing and create a safe space for you to explore your feelings and heal. I have knowledge in evidenced-based practices that will ensure effective and targeted interventions. In therapy, you can gain valuable insights, learn coping strategies, and develop tools to navigate life's complexities with resilience and confidence. Taking this step shows strength and courage, and it's okay to ask for help when you need it. You deserve to feel supported and empowered on your journey towards emotional well-being and fulfillment.
Ideal clients
With a background in trauma, grief, and relationship issues, I am able to serve a variety of individuals such as: People who have experienced trauma, whether it's from childhood abuse, accidents, or other life-altering events; Individuals experiencing grief and loss, such as after the death of a loved one, divorce, or other significant life changes; Many people additionally have issues that intersect trauma and relationships, such as survivors of domestic violence or issues stemming from early childhood. My experience and expertise can help those seeking relief, understanding, and hope when they may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious.
Treatment methods
Trauma-Informed Care
With over 30 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to providing trauma-informed care to individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma. I believe in creating a safe, compassionate, and empowering environment where clients feel heard, validated, and supported in their healing journey. By integrating trauma-informed practices, I work to address the underlying impacts of trauma on both emotional and physical well-being, helping clients rebuild trust, resilience, and a sense of control. My approach emphasizes safety, collaboration, and strength, ensuring that individuals can process their experiences and begin to move forward with dignity and hope. Trauma & PTSD: assisting individuals overcome the impact of trauma to safely process and heal past traumas to restore a sense of safety and empowerment in your life
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trained by the developers of the model in supervision in 2010 and currently in the trainer's cohort. I have provided TF-CBT treatment to children and youth impacted by trauma. While the model is not normed for adults, I have used it to guide the work with adults with positive outcomes.
Group Therapy
Experience providing group therapy to individuals and families imapcted by child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and problematice sexual behavior in children and youth.
Grief Therapy
With extensive experience in grief counseling, I have helped individuals navigate the complex and often overwhelming emotions associated with loss. Over the years, I have supported clients through various forms of grief, including the loss of a loved one through death, as well as the emotional challenges of separation and divorce. In addition to my clinical work, I have led grief and loss retreats, providing a compassionate space for individuals to process their pain, find healing, and reconnect with themselves. My approach combines empathy, practical coping strategies, and emotional support to help individuals move through their grief and ultimately find a sense of peace and closure.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Through CBT, work is done together with individuals to set goals, the agenda for the session, and plans to implement and work on skill development.
Location
Virtual sessions