Meet Kelly O’Hanlon, MS, LPC - Owner

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Founder of Authentic Minds Psychotherapy, Kelly provides a compassionate and affirming space for adolescents, adults, and older individuals to explore grief, trauma, and patterns that may no longer serve them. Her approach is rooted in a person-centered philosophy—she believes clients are the experts of their own lives and walks alongside them as they reconnect with their values and build a path forward. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, she supports clients in identifying unhelpful thought patterns, grounding in the present, and developing more nurturing, sustainable ways of being. She values authenticity, curiosity, and helping others rediscover what brings them joy and meaning.

Education & License:

  • Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Moravian College (Moravian University)

  • Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Gwynedd Mercy University

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Pennsylvania

Treatment Modalities:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

  • Person-Centered Approach

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Who She Works With & What Clients Can Expect:
Kelly works with adolescents, adults, and older individuals navigating grief, trauma, life transitions, and patterns that may no longer serve them. Under her care, clients can expect a safe, nonjudgmental environment where they are empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions, identify unhelpful patterns, and cultivate practical strategies for growth, resilience, and well-being. She honors and embraces clients of all bodies, genders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, and abilities.

Outside of Therapy:
Outside of the therapy room, Kelly finds peace in nature and hiking, immersing herself in open-world RPG video games, reading, crocheting, and spending time with her three beloved cats: Potatoes, Krrsantan, and Tauntaun (yes—if you’re a Star Wars fan, you’ll get the references!).

Compassionate, very attentive. Kelly will work with you to grow and learn how to manage stress, anxiety or other challenges you might be experiencing.
— Marcey Blaine Wilder, EdD, MS, LPC
Kelly is a wonderful therapist, I would recommend her to anyone looking for a safe space to process their life’s adjustments.
— Chris Santos, LPC
Kelly O’Hanlon is such a fantastic therapist! She is so energetic and invested in her clients! She has all the tips and tools to get my son’s anxiety under control. She is engaging and helped notice him to take action. We could not have come this far without her!
— Lilley P.

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