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Dr. Colleen McMahon, OH Psychologist P.07693
Ohio
Ohio Psychologist - Stress and ADHD support
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Colleen
Dr. Colleen McMahon is an Ohio Psychologist (OH Psychologist P.07693) with seven years of experience listed in this profile. She focuses on stress, anxiety, parenting, ADHD, grief, sleep problems, depression, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue. She also highlights work related to adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication problems, and related mood and behavioral concerns.
She describes a practical, evidence-focused approach that favors methods shown to help people manage everyday problems. She emphasizes using behavioral and cognitive strategies to notice unhelpful thoughts and change habits that get in the way of goals. Sessions include structured problem-solving and skills practice grounded in research she teaches and studies.
Dr. McMahon reports experience in schools, hospitals, and clinics, and she combines that background with academic work as a psychology professor. That mix shapes how she works: testing straightforward strategies, tracking whether they help, and adjusting plans if a technique does not fit.
Her stated style aims to help parents manage child behavior and reduce household stress, and to help adults with ADHD or autism spectrum concerns organize steps toward personal and professional goals. She uses strength-based and solution-focused ideas to map clear next steps and measure progress.
Practical supports emphasized include coaching-like goal setting, mindfulness practices, acceptance strategies, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to change patterns of thinking and behavior. Readers should confirm current session formats before booking.
How CBT and related methods are used in online sessions
Dr. McMahon lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as one of her main approaches. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety, low mood, or sleep disruption. It often uses a step-by-step plan and homework to practice new skills between sessions.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which emphasizes noticing difficult feelings without getting overwhelmed and clarifying personal values to guide action. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her work as well, which prioritizes listening and following a person's goals while supporting their capacity to make choices.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. McMahon will collaborate with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She describes testing techniques, tracking whether they help, and switching strategies when something does not fit.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make scheduling easier, help fit sessions into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can use session notes, brief between-session tasks, and practical tools to keep progress moving when meeting remotely.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, ADHD, grief, sleep issues, depression, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
Her approach is evidence-focused and practical, using cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques alongside acceptance and mindfulness methods to test what works.
What professional background does she bring?
She has seven years of experience listed in this profile and has provided psychological services in schools, hospitals, and clinics, plus she works as a psychology professor.
What credential and location information is provided?
She is listed as OH Psychologist P.07693 and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats here, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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