Dr. Cherise Murphy-McNear

Practical approaches for online family and relationship work

Dr. Murphy-McNear uses evidence-based techniques that focus on real-life change and clearer relationships. One common approach is working on attachment and relationship patterns, which looks at how past family experiences affect present trust and closeness. This helps people understand repeated behaviors and try new, healthier ways of relating.

Another area of focus is skills-based coping for stress and anxiety. These are concrete tools and exercises to reduce overwhelm, improve sleep and concentration, and manage intense emotions when they arise. Skills work is paired with talk about the situations that trigger those feelings.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to determine which techniques match a person’s goals and comfort level, adjusting plans as progress unfolds. Clients help set priorities and try methods that feel useful for their daily lives.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into a busy family schedule. These formats let people follow the same plan whether they are at home or traveling, and they support ongoing contact between appointments when helpful.