Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
How Masi works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Years in practice
- 6
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Masi
Masi Kadzai is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and trauma. She focuses on practical steps people can use day to day. Her style is direct and supportive, aimed at helping people rebuild confidence and handle tough moments.
She draws from approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and try small changes. She also uses acceptance and commitment ideas to help clients clarify values and take meaningful action.
Background and approach
Motivational interviewing is part of how she supports people who feel stuck or unsure about change. Masi has six years of professional experience and holds an LCSW in Illinois. That background includes work with people facing grief, addiction, parenting strain, sleep problems, and relationship stress.
She also supports those coping with mood disorders, ADHD, postpartum depression, and multicultural concerns. Sessions are practical and goal-focused. Clients can expect to set simple, clear goals and try strategies between meetings.
Masi emphasizes skill practice - such as breathing, grounding, thought tracking, and values-driven actions - so progress continues outside the session. People who reach out usually want tools they can use right away. Masi aims to create a space that makes it easier to talk about painful things and to plan small steps forward.
She welcomes international clients and offers multiple remote formats to fit different schedules.
What Masi works with
Everything Masi lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Masi's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Masi lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice their thoughts and focus on actions that match their values. It is useful for worries, anger, and life transitions because it centers on small steps toward what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thoughts and change behavior patterns; it often helps with anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and impulsivity.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and then try methods that fit the person's needs. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on what helps most.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier. Video works well for longer, face-to-face work and skill practice. Phone can be useful when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging let people share thoughts between sessions and fit support into busy days.
Questions people ask about Masi
What concerns does Masi help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, addictions, grief, and a wide range of mood and life-change issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and supportive with a focus on practical tools and clear goals. Sessions often include skill practice and simple homework.
What is her professional background?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential and brings six years of professional experience helping people with trauma, mood concerns, and life transitions.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed in Illinois as an LCSW and lists Illinois as her practice location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What formats are available for meeting online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first appointment?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.