I understand what you are going through
With decades of counselling and leadership experience, I know what it takes to address workplace challenges. As a qualified workplace counsellor, I am here to help.
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My Professional Development Journey
I’d like to share a bit about my own growth journey, both personally and professionally. Clients often appreciate knowing that their support provider has walked their own path of change, and mine has been shaped over many years.
Early in my life and career, I was what many would call a people pleaser. I avoided conflict, hoping that by not speaking up, my problems would simply go away. I thought that if I kept the peace, did what was expected, and avoided making waves, others would accept and like me. It felt safer that way, but over time, it came at a cost.
A Shift Through Experience
When I became a social worker in the field of mental health, I found deep meaning in supporting clients through difficult times. Many told me I helped them feel seen, guided, and they left with a plan to make meaningful change in their lives. Yet, in my workplace relationships, I struggled. I avoided hard conversations, took on more work than I could reasonably manage, and often silenced my own needs. I didn’t want to disappoint anyone or be seen as “difficult.”
Over time, this pattern led to exhaustion and frustration. I looked forward to the weekend and sometimes dreaded the next week ahead. In hindsight, I recognize this as burnout, something many of my clients also experience.
Growth Isn’t Always a Lightbulb Moment
There wasn’t a single turning point where everything changed. Instead, my growth unfolded gradually and over time. As I gained experience, I made mistakes, learned from them, and slowly began shifting my mindset.
I started honoring my own needs, values, and boundaries. I began using the same tools and principles I shared with clients, and that consistency made all the difference. I learned:
- When to speak up, and when to let something go.
- When to set a boundary, and when to be flexible.
- When to stand firm in a disagreement, and when my peace mattered more.
- When silence was more powerful than explaining and defending my reality.
- That not every reaction needs to be immediate. Thoughtful responses are often more effective.
- When to have a difficult conversation and when to give someone grace.
These changes didn’t happen overnight. But in embracing them, I found self-respect, confidence, and a deeper sense of personal integrity.
Jackie Murphy-Park,
Experienced Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Why I Do This Work
I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many clients through pain, healing, growth, and transformation. I’ve been inspired by the resilience of those I’ve served, and grateful for the colleagues who challenged, supported, and encouraged me.
As a woman and a registered social worker I often say: I am the person I am today because of this work.
And like you, I’m still growing.
How I Can Support You
I believe in your ability to grow, heal, and find balance, in your own way and in your own time. You already have strength, insight, and inner resources, even if they don’t always feel accessible.
As a Registered Social Worker, I bring compassion, curiosity, and connection into the therapeutic space. I believe you deserve to be supported in discovering what’s right for you, when you are ready.
Let’s begin where you are.
Its Not Your Fault
It is important to know that struggling at work does not mean you are failing, it means you are human. Workplace challenges are incredibly common and many capable, hardworking people experience them. These struggles do not reflect a lack of ability or competence on your part; they reflect the real pressures of today’s workplaces.
It is important that you know seeking support is a sign of strength and courage. I offer a safe place where you will feel heard, understood and connected. Without shame. Without judgement.
Together we can discuss your experiences, uncover what is going on and build practical strategies that help you feel confident, balanced and in control. You do not have to carry this alone, I will support you as you navigate these challenges.
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Step Into A Safe Space
At Murphy Park Counselling, I create a safe place to support you in exploring your workplace challenges, developing clarity into these issues and using your strengths to develop knowledge, skills and abilities to manage these situations. I take a relational based collaborative approach to work with you in dealing with issues and finding creative solutions that fit with your values and goals.
As a workplace counselling professional, I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for support and ensure you feel seen, heard and understood. I can help enhance your self-awareness, establish a clear focus on the workplace issues, build knowledge and tools, and improve your ability to address these issues such that you can feel in control of your perspective, your choices and your solutions.
Work issues can affect many areas of your life. I take a whole person approach to supporting you so that the collateral effects of workplace issues are also addressed. Most people cannot avoid workplace challenges so find your courage, strength and confidence to navigate them effectively.