Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Masi Kadzai, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - trauma and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149026714
- NPI
- 1164279790
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Masi supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
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- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Masi
Masi Kadzai is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with six years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, parenting strains, anger, self-esteem, mood disorders including bipolar and depression, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
Her approach blends practical skills with talk therapy. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are used for emotional regulation and managing impulsivity. Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques help people clarify values and respond differently to difficult feelings.
In sessions she helps people set concrete goals and practice new skills between meetings. She uses motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change. Therapy often includes brief exercises, problem-solving, and slow-paced reflection rather than long lectures.
Masi pays attention to life circumstances such as work, caregiving, and cultural background when planning treatment. She also addresses related issues like burnout and compassion fatigue. Where needed she supports people coping with loss, abandonment, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
To begin she asks about current struggles, what has helped before, and practical barriers to making changes. The first sessions focus on safety, immediate coping, and a clear plan for next steps. Sessions move at a steady, practical pace aimed at daily life improvements.
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How her approaches are used in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is about noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and choosing actions that match personal values; it can help with grief, life changes, and low mood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions, controlling impulsivity, and improving relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying a few techniques and adjusting the plan based on what helps most.
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Online work still focuses on concrete skills practice, goal-setting, and problem-solving that can be applied between meetings.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
Masi supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, mood disorders like depression and bipolar, ADHD, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, skills-based methods such as CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to set goals and practice changes in everyday life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with people on trauma, mood disorders, and coping strategies.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers