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Michael Masters

LCSW

Michael Masters , LCSW

Therapist in New York

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About Michael

Michael Masters is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with five years of direct clinical experience working with individuals and families in New York. Before entering clinical practice he worked as a community organizer, providing counseling and support to people and families affected by systemic conflict, trauma, abuse, neglect, mental health conditions, and challenges with anxiety or anger management.

He approaches therapy with a focus on empowering people to pursue more fulfilling, resilient lives, offering steady encouragement and practical support throughout the therapeutic process. Michael draws on his background in both community-based work and clinical care to help clients navigate grief, stress, relationship and family issues, addiction concerns, identity and intimacy-related questions, and other life transitions.

As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - he combines clinical training with an understanding of the social and systemic factors that shape well-being, aiming to create a supportive environment where clients can explore change, build coping skills, and move toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michael Masters integrates evidence-informed approaches to meet a range of concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and develop psychological flexibility - it supports coping with painful thoughts or feelings while pursuing meaningful life goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration, offering a nonjudgmental space where clients set the pace and direction of change.



Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.



Online therapy with Michael is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to enhance flexibility and access. These options allow people to connect from different locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions or travel while still working with a licensed professional who can tailor treatment to their situation.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Michael Masters have?

Michael Masters has five years of clinical experience.

Is Michael Masters a licensed therapist?

Yes. Michael Masters holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is licensed in New York - NY LCSW 094415.

In which languages does Michael Masters provide therapy?

Michael Masters provides therapy in English.

Where is Michael Masters located?

Michael Masters is located in New York.

How can I work with Michael Masters as my therapist?

You can work with Michael Masters through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Michael Masters work with international clients?

Yes, Michael Masters works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Michael Masters cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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, please 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 that helps 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Trauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

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