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William McMahon, LPCC, LPC
California
LPCC LPC - Addictions and Relationship work
See online therapy options- Addictions work
- Relationship issues
- Grief and loss
About William
William McMahon is an LPCC and LPC licensed in California and Pennsylvania with 18 years of experience. He works with people facing addictions, relationship difficulties, and grief. He also focuses on money and financial issues and speaks English.
William uses straightforward, practical methods that help people notice unhelpful thinking and try different responses. Sessions aim to identify patterns that keep problems going and practice small changes that make daily life easier. He treats the person in front of him as the expert on their own story.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot thinking and behavior cycles, on Client-Centered Therapy to follow a client's priorities, and on Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools for managing intense emotions. Those methods are used to teach skills, run experiments, and plan steps people can use between sessions.
In a typical session he helps set clear, short-term goals and breaks larger concerns into manageable tasks. He will work on concrete skills for cravings, conflict communication, or grieving routines as needed. Progress is checked in simple ways so plans can be adjusted.
He encourages people to be active partners in therapy and to try out small changes between sessions. Booking begins with an online matching step and scheduling a first appointment. William asks clients to confirm current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online work
William uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test thinking patterns that feed problems. CBT sessions focus on practical steps, like tracking triggers, trying behavior experiments, and practicing alternative responses. Client-Centered Therapy guides the pace and topics by following what the client says matters most, with the therapist reflecting and asking clarifying questions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when emotions feel intense.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. That means checking what helps, adjusting homework, and reviewing progress together so the plan changes if something is not useful.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so readers should confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow quick check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in the settings where problems actually occur, which can make exercises more relevant to everyday life.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address most often?
He helps people with addictions, relationship difficulties, and coping with grief. He also focuses on money and financial issues.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to test small changes. Sessions often include homework to practice new skills between meetings.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has 18 years of professional work experience and holds LPCC and LPC credentials. He is licensed in California and Pennsylvania.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is licensed as an LPCC and an LPC and lists California as a practice location. He is also licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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