
Liam Mahoney
Psychology | School of Arts & Sciences

Liam Mahoney is a doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology program at Holy Family University. Prior to beginning doctoral studies, Liam worked as a Behavior Specialist for adults with autism and worked as a dual-diagnosis therapist at a substance use rehabilitation center for those with co-occurring disorders. Currently, Liam is working as an outpatient therapist providing both group and individual therapy for individuals facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. This clinical experience deepened their interest in delivering evidence-based, culturally responsive care to diverse populations. In their role as a therapist, Liam focused on building strong therapeutic alliances and using integrative approaches tailored to clients’ unique needs. They are excited to bring both academic insight and real-world experience to their writing, using this platform to reflect on the intersections of psychology, culture, and healing.