Rita Mahon , LICSW

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.

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.