Rita Mahon, LICSW

Rhode Island LICSW supporting healing and growth

Works with stress and anxiety
Supports relationship and grief
Provides EMDR informed care

About Rita Mahon

Rita Mahon is a Rhode Island-licensed clinician with 17 years of professional experience as a LICSW - a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, commonly known as EMDR, and integrates that training when it aligns with a client's goals and needs.

Her practice focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and the process of grieving and loss. Rita approaches each person as the expert of their own story, building on existing strengths to address the challenges that brought them to therapy. She emphasizes collaboration, respect for individual experience, and practical steps that support greater well-being.

Beginning therapy can feel like a bold step toward a more fulfilling life, and Rita aims to provide steady, compassionate support throughout that journey. She works to create a respectful space where clients can explore change at their own pace and find strategies that fit their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Rita Mahon have?

Rita Mahon has 18 years of experience in professional practice.

Is Rita Mahon a licensed therapist?

Yes. Rita Mahon holds the LICSW credential - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: RI LICSW ISW02728.

In which languages does Rita Mahon provide therapy?

Rita Mahon provides therapy in English.

Where is Rita Mahon located?

Rita Mahon is located in Rhode Island.

How can I work with Rita Mahon as my therapist?

You can work with Rita Mahon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Rita Mahon work with international clients?

Rita Mahon does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Rita Mahon cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy truly helps. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing major life changes - online therapy has been shown to perform comparably to traditional in-person sessions, offering an effective option for many individuals.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. People can choose the format that fits their life best, connecting with therapists through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to attend appointments without rearranging work, caregiving, or travel schedules.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these formats, and clients can switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For those balancing busy lives or seeking different ways to access support, online therapy provides a practical and accessible path to working with trained therapists.

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