About Me
Hello, my name is Marilyn Murdock. My counselling work is based on my education, my experience and my values.
I am an experienced, professional therapist with over 25 years working in the field of counselling psychology.
I believe that feeling heard can be very empowering, and so listening is integral to the care that I give. Active listening allows me to better reflect back the patterns and cycles that I see in my clients. I will explore with you the ways your current struggles may be connected to your past experiences to increase your awareness and understanding of yourself. I will help you identify your emotional triggers and develop skills to manage big, overwhelming emotional reactions. I notice that people are often very hard on themselves - critical self talk and very high expectations. Many of us have a habit of beating ourselves up in an effort to get where we want to go, or to become who we believe we "should" be. This often backfires. Instead, I aim to help my clients develop a deeper sense self-compassion.
If you are struggling with anxiety, grief, feeling lost or overwhelmed, you are not alone. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, or if you think I might be a good fit for you.
I believe that feeling heard can be very empowering, and so listening is integral to the care that I give. Active listening allows me to better reflect back the patterns and cycles that I see in my clients. I will explore with you the ways your current struggles may be connected to your past experiences to increase your awareness and understanding of yourself. I will help you identify your emotional triggers and develop skills to manage big, overwhelming emotional reactions. I notice that people are often very hard on themselves - critical self talk and very high expectations. Many of us have a habit of beating ourselves up in an effort to get where we want to go, or to become who we believe we "should" be. This often backfires. Instead, I aim to help my clients develop a deeper sense self-compassion.
If you are struggling with anxiety, grief, feeling lost or overwhelmed, you are not alone. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, or if you think I might be a good fit for you.
My Education
I have a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Vancouver, British Columbia and Chicago, Illinois and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I also have an undergraduate degree (BA) in Psychology from the University of Victoria and a diploma in counselling from the University of British Columbia.
My beliefs are at the heart of my approach.
• I believe we are all equal and important
• We learn about ourselves and our world in our families as we grow up and that we carry this throughout our lives
• In our society we are generally very hard on ourselves and that this is counterproductive
• We learn about ourselves and our world in our families as we grow up and that we carry this throughout our lives
• In our society we are generally very hard on ourselves and that this is counterproductive
• Everyone has resilience and strength
• We need love and support to realize our potential and to grow
• When we are in emotional pain, feeling accepted, supported and understood can ease that pain
• I believe that feeling emotionally safe is crucial for healthy relationships
• We need love and support to realize our potential and to grow
• When we are in emotional pain, feeling accepted, supported and understood can ease that pain
• I believe that feeling emotionally safe is crucial for healthy relationships
I tailor my approach to your situation.
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (“CBT”)
• Anger management
• Client-centered therapy
• Narrative therapy
• Somatic & body-centered approach
• Meditation & grounding skills
• Anger management
• Client-centered therapy
• Narrative therapy
• Somatic & body-centered approach
• Meditation & grounding skills
• Art therapy
• Communication skill-building
• Grief counselling
• Anxiety & panic management techniques
• Trauma informed approach
• Strengths-based approach
• Communication skill-building
• Grief counselling
• Anxiety & panic management techniques
• Trauma informed approach
• Strengths-based approach
Ready to Start?
My rates are covered by most Extended Health Insurance plans, and several EAP providers.
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