Michael Masters, LCSW
Compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Trauma and abuse
- Anxiety and anger
- Family counseling
About Michael Masters
Michael Masters, LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - has spent the past five years in clinical practice supporting individuals and families in New York City. Before moving into clinical work he served as a community organizer, counseling families and individual clients who were particularly impacted by systemic conflicts, trauma, abuse, neglect, mental health disorders, and challenges with anxiety or anger management.
He finds professional purpose in accompanying people who are seeking a more fulfilling and happier life, and he approaches each therapeutic relationship with a focus on support, empowerment, and steady presence throughout the process. His background in community work informs a practical, empathetic style that attends to both immediate coping needs and longer term goals for change and well being.
He finds professional purpose in accompanying people who are seeking a more fulfilling and happier life, and he approaches each therapeutic relationship with a focus on support, empowerment, and steady presence throughout the process. His background in community work informs a practical, empathetic style that attends to both immediate coping needs and longer term goals for change and well being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael Masters have?
Michael Masters has five years of clinical experience working with individuals and families.
Is Michael Masters a licensed therapist?
Yes, he holds the credential LCSW. License details: 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, 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Michael Masters
Michael Masters draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to individual needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and learn practical skills to move toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and building concrete skills to change them - it often helps with anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with everyday challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, creating a supportive space where clients lead the pace and focus of change and build self-directed growth.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Michael Masters collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit best given their goals, preferences, and current needs, and adapts techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, accommodate geographic distance, and maintain continuity during life changes. These options support consistent access to licensed professionals and allow therapy to proceed in a way that works best for each individual.