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Makayla Cunningham

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Clinical Social Worker with a recent Master’s in Health & Wellness Education, offering Telehealth therapy for adults in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Tennessee.

I take a personalized, down-to-earth approach to therapy, because I believe healing looks different for everyone. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, inclusive, and judgment-free — where you can explore, grow, and reconnect with yourself.

I’m so glad you’ve found your way here.

My approach to therapy

My approach is strength-based, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I believe that therapy works best when it feels like a partnership — where your voice is heard and your strengths are centered.

I draw from evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing to help you build insight, shift unhelpful patterns, and move toward lasting change. Together, we’ll explore your goals, your values, and the steps that feel most aligned for you.

What you can expect from me

Our work together is meant to feel supportive, empowering, and meaningful. Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing stress, or seeking deeper self-understanding, you can expect to:

  • Feel heard, respected, and validated in a safe, nonjudgmental space
  • Gain practical tools to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors
  • Build self-awareness and emotional clarity
  • Strengthen your sense of confidence, boundaries, and resilience
  • Move at your own pace, with guidance that’s both compassionate and grounded

Therapy with me isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress, presence, and personal growth that feels real and sustainable.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Participatory

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    Other at Boston University
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Rhode Island), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Connecticut)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Geisinger, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Point32 Healthcare, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, End of life care, Physical health issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English