Rita Mahon

My communication style

I tailor my communication to meet your needs. My sessions incorporate education and skill-building alongside emotional processing. I ask clarifying questions and provide empathetic feedback. After sessions, I often follow up with email resources related to the tools we discussed, giving you a tangible reference to review and apply.

My journey to mental healthcare

I pursued social work because behavioral health is deeply influenced by the social structures we engage with daily. I've worked across child protection, Veterans Affairs, outpatient behavioral health, and homeless services. I'm committed to lifelong learning and regularly participate in continuing education.

My goals for you

I draw from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR. I tailor each session to you, integrating techniques that support emotional regulation, thought restructuring, trauma processing, and values-based living. Therapy is a collaborative process.

Our first session

The first session is focused on conducting a comprehensive behavioral health assessment. This helps me gather important information about your current symptoms, personal history, and what you're hoping to achieve. Together, we'll begin identifying your treatment goals—goals that are always defined by you.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Non-denominational