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Maria Milana

Calm-focused cognitive behavioral support

LMHC Florida

Experience
5 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Maria

Maria Milana is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who centers her practice on cognitive behavioral methods while drawing from several complementary approaches.

Background and approach

She works with individuals and couples, guiding clients through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions by blending practical skills with reflective insight. Her use of CBT aims to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop strategies that support healthier emotional responses and daily functioning.

With five years of clinical experience, Maria integrates elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and client-centered practice to tailor care to each person’s needs. She emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental atmosphere that encourages growth, resilience, and clearer communication.

Clients can expect an approach that balances skill-building with empathetic attention, focused on improving wellness and fostering sustainable change. Maria provides services to residents of Florida and communicates in English.

She offers a range of online session formats to accommodate different preferences and schedules, and she supports clients who are motivated to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Practical approaches for online therapy and skill building

Maria blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered techniques. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaching practical strategies to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. ACT emphasizes values-based action and learning to accept uncomfortable thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful goals, helpful for coping with life changes and persistent worry. Client-centered therapy prioritizes empathic listening and collaborative understanding to create a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports personal growth.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be decided together based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. The therapist works collaboratively, combining approaches when helpful and adjusting strategies as progress is assessed so that treatment aligns with what the client finds most useful.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow clients to fit therapy into busy schedules, continue care from different locations within Florida, and select the communication style that best supports their comfort and consistency in treatment.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Maria commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues, and support for coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, communication problems, OCD symptoms, panic, and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her practice is grounded in cognitive behavioral techniques combined with acceptance and commitment, DBT, mindfulness, and client-centered methods to blend skills training with empathetic, collaborative support.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Maria has five years of experience providing mental health counseling in a variety of areas tied to mood, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a Florida LMHC with licence FL LMHC MH22414 and offers services to clients residing in Florida.
Which languages are sessions available in and does she accept international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Maria provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and services are accessed via a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

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 approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English