Rita Mahon , LICSW

Rita Mahon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Rhode Island with 17 years of professional experience.

She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and has supported people managing stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and grief and loss. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies alongside compassionate attention to each individual's experience.

Rita approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, viewing each person as the expert of their own story with resources they can build on. She acknowledges that reaching out for support takes courage and aims to provide steady guidance and collaboration as clients work toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Rita Mahon integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her work, helping clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing mood and anxiety. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, creating a nonjudgmental, empathetic space where clients lead the pace and focus of sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Rita collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Treatment plans are tailored and reviewed together so clients feel involved in shaping their care.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, or other commitments and allow clients to receive support from wherever they are. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver effective, focused work that aligns with a client's life and goals.