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Maria Milana, LMHC

LMHC for anxiety relationships and life changes
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Relationship support
  • Teens and adults

About Maria Milana

Maria Milana is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who brings five years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through a range of emotional and relational challenges. She provides counseling to individuals aged 13 and up as well as to couples, addressing concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem struggles, and the demands of life transitions. Her training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a blend of other therapeutic techniques, incorporating elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy strategies, and mindfulness to help clients develop practical coping skills and emotional insight.

Maria emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic, and nonjudgmental approach to therapy, working to build trust and a strong therapeutic alliance that supports sustainable change. She also offers focused care for issues like attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, family-of-origin concerns, grief related to divorce or separation, gender dysphoria, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, panic and social anxiety, and challenges with guilt, shame, and self-love. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, she aims to help clients pursue better balance, improved mental health, and clearer direction through personalized, goal-oriented work.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Maria Milana have?

Maria Milana has five years of clinical experience.

Is Maria Milana a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: FL LMHC MH22414.

In which languages does Maria Milana provide therapy?

Maria Milana provides therapy in English.

Where is Maria Milana located?

Maria Milana is located in Florida.

How can I work with Maria Milana as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Milana through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maria Milana work with international clients?

Maria Milana does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Milana cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify values and take committed actions aligned with what matters to them. ACT can be useful for people struggling with anxiety, avoidance, or uncertainty about change by teaching acceptance strategies alongside committed behavioral steps.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT provides concrete tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and obsessive thinking by building practical skills for problem solving and emotional regulation.

Mindfulness-based techniques cultivate present-moment awareness and stress-tolerant responses to difficult emotions. These practices support clients who want to reduce reactivity, improve attention, and foster self-compassion during life transitions or periods of heightened stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Maria works with clients to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as therapy unfolds to ensure the best fit.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, school, or family responsibilities. These formats make it easier to attend appointments from home or on the go and allow therapists and licensed professionals to deliver consistent care in ways that suit each client’s schedule and communication style.

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