Miriam "Masha" Andreoni, LCSW

Miriam "Masha" Andreoni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and related problems. She brings ten years of professional experience to her work and speaks English. Masha writes plainly and meets people where they are when life feels overwhelming or stuck.

Her sessions focus on understanding the whole person, not just a diagnosis or label. She listens for how problems like substance use, grief, insomnia, or relationship strain link together. Then she works with each person to set clear, manageable goals and practical steps toward them.

Masha uses a mix of approaches to match individual needs. She draws on techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered methods. These tools are used to address things like codependency, process addictions, post-traumatic stress, and communication problems.

She has worked extensively with veterans and service members on post-deployment issues and military sexual trauma, and also addresses concerns such as HIV/AIDS, hospice and end-of-life questions, and first responder stress. Masha emphasizes collaboration and respect throughout the process.

People who choose to work with her can expect direct, practical conversations that include compassion and a sense of humor when useful. She invites clients to describe what they want to change, then helps shape a plan that fits everyday life and priorities.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Masha commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values, which can aid with addiction, avoidance, and life changes. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and disruptive habits.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative effort. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences, try techniques, and adjust over time so the plan fits you. Expectations and steps are discussed together rather than imposed.

For practicalities, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel, allowing shorter check-ins during a break, or offering sessions when leaving work is difficult. It also makes it easier to continue care after a move or during a schedule change. Licensed professionals will help you adapt the methods above to the online setting so the work remains focused and usable.