At a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Illinois / 149026714
- NPI
- 1164279790
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational approach
- Skills focused
- Strengths oriented
About Masi
Masi Kadzai is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues with self-esteem. She works with people managing sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, and career transitions. Masi also supports those coping with grief, bipolar mood shifts, ADHD challenges, and compassion fatigue.
Her approach is straightforward and collaborative. She uses Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change and to help people find their own reasons to move forward. She also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas and mindfulness skills to help people notice patterns and try different responses.
Masi emphasizes practical steps in sessions. She helps people break big problems into small, manageable tasks. Sessions often include short exercises, simple skills practice, and focused conversation about what matters most to the client.
She brings six years of clinical experience and holds an LCSW, which means she is a licensed clinical social worker. Her practice reflects attention to cultural concerns and to life stages such as aging and blended-family situations.
People who choose Masi can expect a calm, direct style that aims to build confidence and forward momentum. She encourages clients to use their strengths and to set realistic goals. Her overall goal is to help people move toward a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.
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How these approaches work in online therapy
Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change. It uses conversational techniques to boost commitment and clarify personal goals, which can help with addiction, motivation, and readiness for life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward valued actions; it is helpful for anxiety, depression, and coping with persistent stress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It offers practical exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors, useful for mood disorders, panic, and sleep issues.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with clients to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust the plan over time. This collaborative process helps people find what actually helps them in daily life.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online therapy helps fit sessions into busy schedules, reduces travel time, and makes it easier to attend regular appointments. Some formats lend themselves to shorter check-ins or sessions without video when bandwidth is limited, while others allow fuller conversation and in-session exercises. Talk with the therapist or platform to set up a plan that fits everyday life and goals. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHDAdditional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesControl issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingExperience
6+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Masi help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, practical style that focuses on small steps, skills practice, and client strengths to build momentum toward change.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has six years of clinical experience working with a range of mood, trauma, and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCSW, which stands for licensed clinical social worker, and is based in Illinois.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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