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Mike CotayoM

Mike Cotayo

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Online Therapy
Looking for a Sex-Positive Therapist Who Gets It? Here I am! :) Hello there! I’m Mike Cotayo, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping people navigate life’s complexities. I earned my MSW from NYU in 2000, and in 2007, I embarked on a transformative journey to become a Gestalt Therapist, further refining my skills to provide compassionate, effective care. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, I bring a unique perspective to my work, specializing in sexuality, relationships, and identity. My practice is rooted in a commitment to embracing diverse lifestyles and choices. Whether you're exploring kink, polyamory, or the intersection of disability and sexuality (a focus of my Ph.D. research), I’m here to support you with empathy, humor, and zero judgment. Laughter can be a powerful tool for healing. I believe every session should be a safe space where you can be yourself and even find moments of lightness on your journey. Let’s work together to create a life that feels authentic, fulfilling, and uniquely yours. Ready to take the first step? Reach out today—I’d love to help! Licensed in AZ, CT, NJ, NY, FL. *Treatment philosophy At Healing Our Parts, I believe in a holistic, patient-centered approach to mental health. My focus is on building a strong therapeutic relationship, where each client's unique experiences are valued. I specialize in emotional regulation, anger management, and anxiety reduction, creating tailored treatment plans that align with individual goals. I embrace diversity and work with clients facing various challenges, including trauma and addiction. Laughter and creativity play key roles in my practice, fostering healing and resilience. Together, we will navigate your journey to emotional wellness, ensuring you feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way. *Treatment approach •Holistic Approach to Mental Wellness •Emotional Regulation Techniques •Anger Management Strategies •Anxiety Reduction Methods •Crisis Intervention Skills •Trauma-Informed Care Practices •Harm Reduction Psychotherapy •Culturally Sensitive Interventions •Client-Centered Treatment Planning •Evidence-Based Therapy Techniques •Psychodynamic •Strength-Based •Gestalt •Experiential Therapy •Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) •Attachment-based •Coaching •Eclectic •Family Systems •Humanistic •Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) •Somatic •Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors •Telehealth sessions *Practice description At Healing Our Parts Group Psychotherapy Practice, we focus on nurturing emotional health and wellness. Led by Michael Cotayo, LCSW-R, our practice offers compassionate outpatient therapy for adolescents and adults, both in-person and via telehealth. We specialize in emotional regulation, anger management, and anxiety reduction. Our diverse clientele includes individuals navigating challenges related to HIV/AIDS, PTSD, addictions, and personality disorders. We create personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique goals. Let us support you on your journey to healing and growth in a safe, understanding environment. Your well-being is our priority.
Dr. JoshiD

Dr. Joshi

[email protected]
Online & In-Person
"I am a dedicated psychiatrist serving children, adolescents, and adults in Champaign, Illinois. I offer both in-person and virtual consultations starting from age 3, and I am licensed in both Illinois and Ohio. My mission is simple: to help my patients not just survive, but truly thrive. When working with young children, my focus is on minimizing the use of psychotropic medications unless absolutely necessary. I conduct a thorough 90-minute interview with both the child and their parents to gain a comprehensive understanding of their needs. If appropriate, I collaborate with the child’s therapists, school counselors, social workers, and teachers to advocate for their mental health within the educational system. I believe early intervention is crucial in addressing psychiatric disorders, often leading to the best outcomes and even full remission. For college students, I provide personalized psychiatric care aimed at enhancing emotional and cognitive functioning. Having immigrated to the U.S. during high school and attended UCLA for my undergraduate studies, I understand the pressures and stresses faced in competitive environments like UIUC. I specialize in supporting students from diverse cultural backgrounds as they adjust to the U.S. college system, and I am happy to collaborate with parents for additional support if they wish. With adult patients, I pay special attention to managing drug-drug interactions and the interplay between medical and psychiatric conditions. My aim is to improve productivity while minimizing the cognitive and metabolic side effects associated with psychotropic medications. I also believe in incorporating holistic and integrative medicine when appropriate. To ensure accessibility during challenging times, I maintain a few urgent care slots for after-hours and weekend appointments. I specialize in treating a wide range of conditions, including bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, substance abuse, autism, OCD, eating disorders, psychosis, marijuana use disorder, alcohol use disorder, mood disorders, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, developmental disorders, fetal alcohol syndrome, treatment-refractory depression, anxiety disorders, cognitive disorders, dementia, cultural psychiatry, dysthymia, dyslexia, bedwetting, social anxiety, school refusal, nightmares, panic disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobias, intermittent explosive disorder, borderline personality disorder, dependent personality disorder, bipolar II, schizoaffective disorder, drug-induced akathisia, conversion disorder, video game addiction, internet addiction, fibromyalgia, sports psychiatry, and career guidance. For appointments, & insurance coverage, please visit: https://www.wecare-psychiatry.com/