About Megan
Megan Murphy
LCSW, CFRC, ACE-CPT, EMT-B, Founder
TRM Level I Trained, CISM trained, SSP Provider
Meet Megan, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of diverse experience in mental health and wellness. Alongside her credentials as a Certified First Responder Counselor, EMT-Basic, and Certified Personal Trainer, Megan has nurtured a passion and drive for helping individuals rise above life's hardest challenges with a resurgence and new zest for life.
Megan adopts a somatic-based approach, focusing on the adverse effects of trauma on the nervous system and overall functioning. She stays current with research and continuing education to ensure her methods are an effective and proven asset in the therapeutic process. She’s particularly passionate about using somatic experiencing and psychoeducation frameworks to empower individuals at various stages of their healing journey.
Before launching Shoreline Therapy, PLLC, Megan immersed herself in various mental health and helping profession settings, where she honed her skills and deepened her understanding of the human experience.
Alongside her mental health journey, Megan has a vibrant passion for fitness. Since 2008, she has actively participated in the fitness industry, competing in bodybuilding competitions and coaching aspiring competitors. Whether it’s helping someone reach their personal best in the gym or supporting them in their mental wellness journey, Megan believes in the transformative power of both physical and emotional strength.
Outside of work, you can find her enjoying all the seasons of the midwest, doing yard work, reading and collecting comics, strength and conditioning training, enjoying metalcore concerts, watching sports, watching Marvel movies, or spending quality time with her dog, family, and friends.
As a former first responder and suicide survivor, Megan sees herself as a beacon of hope—a guardian in the darkness and a safe harbor for those struggling. Her personal journey has fueled her dedication to founding all services offered at Shoreline Therapy, PLLC.
