- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Linda
Linda Milewski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of experience working in mental health settings. She lists stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, and other life changes among the issues she addresses. Linda practices in Florida and offers therapy in English.
Her background includes long-term work in inpatient psychiatric units, recovery facilities, and mental health agencies. That experience shaped her focus on crisis stabilization and on behaviors that cause ongoing problems in daily life. She draws on a range of clinical approaches to help people manage strong emotions and disruptive patterns.
In sessions she pays attention to the body and the nervous system. Linda uses mindfulness and somatic ideas to help people notice physical signs of stress and practice regulation skills. She pairs those tools with cognitive and behavioral strategies when thinking patterns and behaviors need changing.
Nonviolent Communication features in her work as a way to practice clearer, direct expression and boundary-setting. She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. Her style emphasizes practical tools, routine, and accountability alongside exploration of underlying issues.
People who want focused support with anxiety, addictive behaviors, relationship conflicts, or post-trauma reactions may find her approach useful. The profile lists many additional focus areas she addresses, including grief, parenting concerns, career stress, and compassion fatigue, so sessions may include a mix of skills training and reflective work.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and collaboration. The therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-directed goals, which helps when people want to talk through relationship problems or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety and change unhelpful patterns. It often includes at-home practice and clear steps between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that are useful for strong moods and relationship conflicts.Picking the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend which methods to try first. That collaborative decision-making means sessions can shift if one approach does not fit or if your priorities change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, support shorter check-ins when time is limited, and allow skills practice from your usual environment. Many people find that a mix of talking, guided exercises, and homework works well when using CBT and DBT techniques online. If you need a specific session type, check the platform details or ask when scheduling.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Florida, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, and related life challenges.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style blends client-centered listening with practical skills from CBT and DBT, plus body-focused methods like mindfulness and somatic regulation.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of experience working in inpatient units, recovery settings, and mental health agencies.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies by location and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.