Miriam "Masha" Andreoni

Miriam "Masha" Andreoni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people facing anger, stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and other life challenges. She speaks plainly and meets people where they are, aiming for practical steps rather than labels. Masha recognizes how upsetting it can be to reach out, and she frames starting therapy as a brave, important step.

Masha describes care as tailored, not one-size-fits-all. She listens for how problems overlap - for example, how sleep trouble, mood changes, or relationship strain can appear alongside trauma or substance use. Sessions focus on understanding what each person wants to change and setting clear, doable goals.

Her background includes a decade of professional experience as an LCSW practicing in Florida. She has worked extensively with military-connected people in the past and has addressed post-deployment concerns, substance-related problems, and trauma-related issues during that time. That experience informs a practical approach to complex problems.

In session she draws from evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, client-centered ways of listening, and motivational interviewing. These approaches are used to help people change behaviors, reduce distress, and build everyday coping skills.

Masha emphasizes collaboration. She aims to bring warmth, directness, and occasional humor while helping clients find plans that fit their life. To get started, she asks people to describe where they are now and what they hope to accomplish so the work can be focused and concrete.

How therapy approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with more helpful ones to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person’s own perspective, offering empathic listening and support so goals emerge from the client's needs.

Masha treats choosing an approach as a collaborative step. She listens to what matters most to the client, discusses different methods, and together they try strategies that fit the person’s goals and preferences. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps in real life.

If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten commuting time, and allow for check-ins during breaks or between obligations. They can also let clients try techniques in the settings where problems occur, making practice more practical. Ask about the available session formats when you schedule so you know what will suit your routine.