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Masi Kadzai, LCSW

Trauma-informed therapy for meaningful change
  • Trauma focused support
  • Skills for anxiety
  • Strengths based collaboration

About Masi Kadzai

Masi Kadzai is an Illinois-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who provides therapy in English and brings 6 years of experience supporting adults through a range of emotional and life challenges. Her work is grounded in trauma-informed care, with a focus on helping clients make sense of difficult experiences while strengthening day-to-day coping and resilience.

Her clinical approach draws from evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based strategies, and Motivational Interviewing. In sessions, she helps clients explore patterns that keep them stuck, build practical skills for managing distress, and reconnect with values that can guide meaningful change.

Masi works with concerns including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, motivation, and self-esteem. She approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and already carries strengths that can be built upon. Reaching out for support can take courage, and she offers a steady, collaborative space for clients seeking a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional 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 issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Masi Kadzai have?

Masi Kadzai has 6 years of professional experience providing therapy.

Is Masi Kadzai a licensed therapist?

Yes. Masi Kadzai is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License: IL LCSW 149026714.

In which languages does Masi Kadzai provide therapy?

Masi Kadzai provides therapy in English.

Where is Masi Kadzai located?

Masi Kadzai is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Masi Kadzai as my therapist?

You can work with Masi Kadzai through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Masi Kadzai work with international clients?

Yes. Masi Kadzai works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Masi Kadzai cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical online therapy with skills-based approaches

Masi Kadzai integrates structured, skills-based methods that translate well to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new behaviors, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, offering support when feelings feel intense or hard to manage. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients practice making room for difficult thoughts and emotions while taking actions that align with personal values, which can be helpful during life transitions, trauma recovery, and periods of feeling stuck.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Masi collaborates with each client to understand what they want to change, what has or has not worked before, and what fits their preferences, adjusting the pace and strategies over time.

Online therapy also makes it easier to get consistent support. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing more flexibility around busy schedules, travel, or changing routines while still staying engaged in the therapeutic process.

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