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description: "Therapy and parent coaching in Siler City, NC with John C. Murphy, LCMHC. Support for challenging behaviors, family conflict, anxiety, and trauma."
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# Therapist in Siler City, NC

Helping Parents Build Stronger Families

Therapy and parent coaching in Siler City, NC for children (12+), teens, parents, and adults. Practical support for challenging behaviors, family conflict, anxiety, trauma, and emotional growth.

Request a Free Consultation: https://shepherds-he.art/contact
About John →: https://shepherds-he.art/about

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Licensed in North Carolina (LCMHC) In-person in Siler City Telehealth statewide Free 15-min consultation

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## You Know the Moments. The 7pm Homework Battle. The Door Slam.

You've felt the pit in your stomach at school pickup. You've rehearsed the same sentence three different ways before you knock on their bedroom door. You've stood in the kitchen wondering when a simple "how was your day" started ending in tears—yours or theirs.

You might recognize some of these:

- Homework turning into a nightly standoff
- Slammed doors, silent treatments, or explosive fights
- Anxiety showing up before school, sports, or sleep
- Feeling like you're always the bad guy
- Walking on eggshells around your own kid
- Constant conflict between siblings or co-parents
- Running out of patience by dinnertime

None of this means you're a bad parent. It means something in the system isn't working yet. John helps you figure out what's actually driving the behavior and what to try instead—so the hard moments get shorter, and further apart.

Request a Free Consultation: https://shepherds-he.art/contact

Our Services

## Therapy and Coaching Tailored to Every Stage of Life

Shepherd's Heart offers a range of therapy and coaching services in Siler City, NC to support emotional health, family connection, and personal healing. Whether you're seeking help for your child, support in your parenting, or space to work through your own challenges, John is here to walk with you every step of the way.

### Parent Coaching

Practical tools and strategies to improve behavior, reduce conflict, and foster stronger parent-child relationships.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/parent-coaching

### Parent Counseling

A space for parents to explore their own emotional challenges, family dynamics, or parenting-related stress with compassionate guidance.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/parent-counseling

### Children's Counseling

Gentle, developmentally appropriate therapy to help children express emotions, manage behavior, and build resilience.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/childrens-counseling

### Teen Counseling

Support for adolescents facing anxiety, identity struggles, school stress, or emotional overwhelm—offered in a safe, judgment-free space.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/teen-counseling

### Behavioral Coaching

Targeted, action-oriented support for children, teens, or adults who need structure, motivation, and strategies to build better habits.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/behavioral-coaching

### Individual Therapy

Personalized therapy for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, or life transitions.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/individual-therapy

### PTSD & Trauma Counseling

Gentle, trauma-informed care for those seeking healing from past experiences that still affect the present.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/ptsd-trauma-counseling

### EMDR Therapy

A research-based therapy method for resolving trauma, anxiety, or distressing memories without needing to relive the pain.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/emdr-therapy

### Psychotherapy

Deeper, long-term therapy for those wanting to explore personal patterns, past wounds, and lasting emotional transformation.

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https://shepherds-he.art/service/psychotherapy

How It Works

## Getting Started Is Simple—Support at Every Step

Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you're already carrying a lot. The process is designed to be clear, caring, and as stress-free as possible.

1. ### Request a Free Consultation
   Start with a 15-minute phone consultation—completely free and with no pressure. It's a chance to ask questions, share what you're looking for, and see if working with John is a good fit. Request your consultation through the contact form.
2. ### Attend Your First Session
   Your first session focuses on getting to know you and your goals. For children and teens, John may begin with a parent session to gather background and talk through concerns. There's no rush to open up all at once—this is your space, and you go at your pace.
3. ### Receive Personalized, Ongoing Care
   John will create a therapy plan tailored to your unique needs, using evidence-based approaches that work for you or your child. Sessions typically take place weekly or biweekly and may include talk therapy, EMDR, parent coaching, or other techniques based on your goals.
4. ### Grow at Your Own Pace
   Therapy is a journey, not a quick fix. John will walk with you through challenges, celebrate your progress, and adjust the approach as needed. Whether your path is short-term or ongoing, he's here to support lasting, meaningful change.

Welcome to

## Shepherd's Heart Counseling

Image: John C. Murphy, LCMHC (https://shepherds-he.art/__l5e/assets-v1/46471bdd-a7fc-4543-897c-fcc53561dcd5/john-murphy-portrait.jpg)

John C. Murphy, LCMHC

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

I'm John — a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and the therapist behind Shepherd's Heart. I do this work because I've seen how much can change when parents feel supported, steady, and equipped to lead their homes.

More than a decade in with children, teens, parents, and adults, my focus today is coming alongside overwhelmed parents — drawing on attachment theory, family systems thinking, and trauma-informed care to help you build a home where growth, healing, and connection can actually take root. More about John → (https://shepherds-he.art/about)

Meet John: https://shepherds-he.art/about
Services: https://shepherds-he.art/our-services

Why Choose Shepherd's Heart

## Care That's Personal, Professional, and Purpose-Driven

Choosing a counselor is a personal decision. John listens without judgment, gets to know your story, and creates a steady, welcoming space where you feel heard and understood. Here's what sets his practice apart:

### Parent-Focused Expertise

Most practices work with the child. John works with the parents too—helping you understand what's actually driving the behavior, cut through the conflict, and change the patterns that keep repeating.

### Faith-Sensitive Counseling

If a Christian perspective matters to your family, John can integrate it thoughtfully and respectfully. If it doesn't, that's fine too—your values are honored either way.

### Therapy and Practical Parent Coaching

Evidence-based therapy paired with strategies you can actually use on a Tuesday night—for ADHD, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or the everyday grind of family stress.

### Trauma-Informed, Judgment-Free

A steady place to work through past pain, anxiety, and overwhelm. No one gets rushed, shamed, or told they're broken here.

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## Ready For More Confidence In Your Parenting?

Whether you're seeking support for your child, your teen, or your family as a whole, John is here to help. Through compassionate therapy and practical parent coaching, he'll help you build healthier relationships and lasting positive change.

Start Your Journey Today!: https://shepherds-he.art/contact

Common Questions

## Answers before you pick up the phone

### How much does therapy cost?

### Do you take insurance?

### Do you offer telehealth?

### What ages do you work with?

### Do I have to be religious to work with you?

### What happens in the free consultation?

### How long does therapy take?

More detail on rates and payment: Fees & Insurance (https://shepherds-he.art/fees-and-insurance).

Areas We Serve

## Rooted in Siler City. Reaching all of North Carolina.

The office sits in downtown Siler City, and in-person clients can come in from across Chatham County — from Pittsboro to the north, Goldston just west, and the small communities of Bear Creek and Bonlee along the way. Families from Asheboro, Ramseur, Sanford, and Liberty are within an easy drive as well.

For everyone else, telehealth sessions are available statewide across North Carolina — so whether you're on the coast, in the Piedmont, or up in the mountains, we can still work together. If you have questions about scheduling or driving distance, reach out any time (https://shepherds-he.art/contact).

Next step

## Ready to try something that works?

A free 15-minute consultation. Send a request and John will get back to you with times that actually work — no pressure, no forms up front.

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