Kelly Mahoney

Kelly Mahoney is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker serving clients in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. She brings a warm, compassionate, and direct approach to therapy, creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences with honesty and curiosity.

Kelly primarily works from a psychodynamic perspective, helping clients examine how past experiences may influence present-day emotions, relationships, and behaviors. By identifying and understanding patterns that have carried through different stages of life, she supports clients in developing greater self-awareness and finding healthier, more intentional ways to move forward.

Before becoming a therapist, Kelly spent a decade working as a television producer. This unique professional background contributes to her appreciation for personal stories and the ways people understand and make meaning of their experiences. She believes that thoughtfully exploring one’s story can reveal important insights into relationships, identity, and the complexities of being human, creating opportunities for meaningful personal growth and change.