Catherine "Caitie" Mahaney, LCSW

Catherine "Caitie" Mahaney is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York. She brings a decade of practical experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, and depression. Caitie uses clear, down-to-earth language so conversations feel straightforward and useful.

She blends client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques. That means sessions focus first on what matters to the person, and then on small changes in thoughts and actions that can ease symptoms. Caitie emphasizes strengths and practical steps rather than long lectures or complex jargon.

Caitie also supports parents and carers who are worn down by everyday demands. She helps people work through caregiver stress and compassion fatigue, and she addresses parenting concerns in focused, manageable sessions. Other topics she commonly addresses include attachment issues, communication problems, and workplace stress.

Her work includes support for people dealing with autism and Asperger syndrome, intellectual disability, seasonal affective disorder, and young adult transitions. She also assists with self-worth, forgiveness, and women's issues, tailoring conversations to each person’s situation.

Sessions aim to feel collaborative and steady. Caitie encourages realistic goals and gradual progress. To begin, a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling step connect people with her when appropriate.

How her approaches guide online therapy

Client-centered therapy puts the person’s needs and goals first. The therapist listens closely, reflects what’s important, and helps clients set priorities for change. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and introduces practical strategies to shift those patterns over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will decide together which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences. That process is collaborative and can change as progress develops.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a full session isn’t needed. It can also help people maintain continuity of care during life transitions. Ask about current options and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions match your daily routine and goals.