Welcome to Gift of Time Therapy!

I’m Sandy Murray, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Since 2002, I’ve been working with Illinois residents in a variety of ways. With a 15 year background as a school social worker, working with children, teens, and their parents is where my professional experience began. Working in private practice since 2018 has opened the door to new experiences and clients.

I am honored that you’re here. Life has many challenges. Let’s work through them to make life what you want it to be.

Finding the right fit of a therapist is key. I’m here to support and encourage you. We’ll focus on your goals while utilizing  self-awareness, compassion, and celebrating progress.

Life is meant to be celebrated. Let’s get back on track to loving the life you’ve created.

How Gift of Time Was Created

Gift of Time Therapy, PLLC was created in 2023, as a direct result of the COVID19 pandemic. Like many, the pandemic changed my life. It opened my eyes to a new way of helping others.

Working 100% virtually was something I had never considered before the pandemic. My clients and I find it convenient, helpful, and effective.

It’s a way to avoid more time in the car, have the comforts of home, and provides more time with those you love. Providing services 100% virtually allows both of us to have the gift of time for a more well rounded life.

The sunset photo was taken on our bucket list trip to Glacier National Park. It was somewhere in Montana, going about 80mph. Don’t worry, I was the passenger.

Credentials

Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Illinois

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

Masters in Social Work
University of Illinois Chicago

Bachelors in Social Work
Psychology Minor
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

My FAVORITE coping skills that I actually use:

Walking with friends
Positive Self Talk
Writing
Talking on the phone
Memes
Checking in with myself
Deep breathing
Traveling with my family
Spending time in nature
Focus on one of my hobbies
Listen to music

What I Find Fun

Family Time
Board Games
Playing Cards
Playing Dice
Photography
Softball
Podcasts
Comedies
Live Theatre
Documentaries
Traveling

 

 

I LOVE podcasts!

Some of my current favorites:
Armchair Expert
Flightless Bird
Stuff You Should Know
Small Things Often
Smartless
History This Week
A Slight Change of Plans