Makoto Ikegami (he/his)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

I offer virtual psychotherapy in Maine, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Georgia, Florida, and Texas.

Clinical Social Worker in Georgia

Services

About My Clients

Your input is greatly appreciated, and I would be honored if you could share your thoughts with me. I humbly ask open-ended questions to assist in exploring your perspectives. You possess expertise in your experiences, and my goal is to help you align your decisions with your values. It would be an honor to support you throughout your journey, celebrate your achievements, and promote positive changes while helping you find personal peace and fulfillment.

My Background and Approach

With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in helping adults, teens, and families navigate life's challenges. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in multiple states, providing virtual therapy sessions to ensure accessibility and convenience for my clients. My approach is client-centered and tailored to individual needs, using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and trauma-informed therapy. I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings and work towards their goals. My treatment plans typically involve weekly virtual sessions, personalized therapeutic techniques, and regular progress assessments. I accept Medicare in all states I serve and provide superbills for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, regardless of the challenges they face. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to understanding each individual's unique experiences and needs. I believe in the power of a supportive therapeutic relationship to foster resilience and transformation. I am passionate about providing accessible mental health care to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community and individuals from diverse backgrounds. My inclusive and welcoming practice ensures that all clients feel heard, valued, and respected. I also believe in continuous learning and staying updated with the latest research and therapeutic techniques. This commitment allows me to offer my clients the most effective, evidence-based treatments.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Collaborative Couple Therapy
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Family Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Psychodrama
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Lifespan Integration
  • Schema Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Adoption Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling Addiction
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Infertility
  • Insomnia
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Physical Disability
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Psychosis and Schizophrenia
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Sexual Problems
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans/Military Service
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Buddhism

At A Glance

  • Experience: 1 year of practice
  • Languages: English, Sign Language
  • Rate: $140/session

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