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Linda Milewski, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Linda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Linda. View 57 reviews
Great news, Linda is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida and North Carolina

Recent reviews

Linda shares a lot of knowledge, expertise and wisdom. I very much appreciate her help during some challenging life circumstances.

Reviewed September 2024

Linda has been a tremendous help to me. She is compassionate but tells me what I need to hear. I’m very very grateful for her help.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Linda

  • 17 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LSCSW

Hello,

I’m Linda Milewski, a Licensed Clinical Therapist and addiction specialist of 17 years. I hold a Masters in Social Work (MSW) and am trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Non Violent Communication (NVC), Trauma-informed Care and Awareness, Tibetan Sound Bowl Healing, as well as Mindfulness practices. Additionally, I hold international certifications in addiction, employee assistance, and coaching.

After nearly two decades in inpatient psychiatric units, recovery facilities, mental health agencies, and wellness centers, I have helped stabilize many clients suffering from crisis, addiction, trauma, mood disorders and stress responses to various types of trauma. I developed a keen interest in various types of symptoms that create behaviors most would consider detrimental to their lives.

As I travelled extensively internationally, delving deeper into the causes of suffering, I began to understand more deeply what (in the Buddhist context), “suffering” means and how we can heal from it. I began looking at the client as a “whole organism” by exploring how the body and its nervous system becomes severely compromised over time stemming from chronic stress. I have learned that when the body is relaxed through certain techniques, there is no room for stress or trauma to be held. Through regulating the body and nervous system, we create a safe and calm theraupetic space from which to find creative and authentic solutions to our daily challenges. I believe that once the body feels safe, we are supported to make deep and life-changing shifts.

Non Violent Communication (NVC) is important to me. This modality supports us to speak authentically from the heart, tying in beautifully with mindfulness practices, trauma awareness and the regulation of emotions through somatic work. This method also supports us to set boundaries in ways that are compassionate for ourselves and others, enabling us to foster deeper, more authentic connection.

My approach with each client is to provide support, accountability, and structure that honors and helps clients to step out into post traumatic growth. Through use of a range of techniques, tools and therapuetic appraoches, I see transformations in my clients as they experience a strong feeling of overall safety and well being.

I look forward to hearing from you and going on this journey of healing and self discovery with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression ADHD Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Antisocial Personality Attachment issues Avoidant Personality Blended Family Issues Cancer Chronic pain illness and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent Personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Drug and Alcohol Addiction Emptiness Expats Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Narcissism Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality Disorders Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Dysfunction Sexuality Smoking/Vaping Cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Linda Milewski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629731450.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW13301 · Expires March 2025
  • LSCSW · North Carolina · C007143 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Linda Milewski

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

57 reviews

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Linda shares a lot of knowledge, expertise and wisdom. I very much appreciate her help during some challenging life circumstances.

Reviewed September 2024

Linda has been a tremendous help to me. She is compassionate but tells me what I need to hear. I’m very very grateful for her help.

Reviewed September 2024

Very easy to talk with, listens and gives great suggestions. She makes it fun too and I feel better at the end of our sessions! Thank you, Linda!

Reviewed August 2024

Linda is a very attentive listener. She gives the option of starting sessions with meditation and really helps to enable patients like myself to open up and begin to receive the help needed. I was new to therapy when I met Linda and she had made the experience of therapy very mind opening and enjoyable as well.

Reviewed July 2024

very helpful and informative

Reviewed July 2024

So far she has been a refreshing presence, and I trust that she understands what is needed to help me heal. She has a good sense of humour, is down to earth, and corrects flawed thinking with grace. So far, so good! I have hope, for the first time in a while.

Reviewed June 2024

I really enjoy our sessions. She listens and offers solutions if I ask for them. She is compassionate and understanding. I like that she shares education about different topics like communication, anxiety, mindfulness that she has learned from her various studies. This has been my first experience with betterhelp and she was the first therapist I matched with and its going very well.

Reviewed March 2024

Linda is always pleasant to speak with and her demeanor makes you feel that she has been your friend for ages. She is easy to talk to and I would highly recommend her. It's so encouraging to feel that someone truly cares in this day and age.

Reviewed March 2024

Linda has been very helpful! Definitely recommend her!

Reviewed January 2024

Linda is great!

Reviewed January 2024

Thank you for your great help, I am so thankful to have your advice every week!

Reviewed December 2023

She gets it and she breaks it down in ways that makes sense. She cares.

Reviewed November 2023

Linda has been very helpful to me. She helps me know what to do to take care of myself and not stay too focused on the things I can’t control.

Reviewed November 2023

Linda is very knowledgeable and has educated me, at my request, on the mental health issues I deal with. She is compassionate and encouraging. I enjoy our sessions and they are very helpful.

Reviewed November 2023

Linda has been great. Very responsible and she checks on my regularly. She also provides me with tools to use throughout the week. Much better than my previous therapist who spent the majority of our session talking about himself and never really getting into what was bothering me. Not the case here, she listens to me! And I mean she really listens and I can tell she cares!

Reviewed September 2023

Linda inspires me to be my best self while accepting me at my worst. She is a wonderful therapist who uses a variety of tools to help best address my needs. Love her!

Reviewed September 2023

Linda I very good at what she does. she’s easy to talk to you and understands different issues. She’s good at getting me to focus on the tools that I have and using those to de-escalate the anxiety and panic and give her 10 stars.

Reviewed September 2023

I highly recommend Linda as a therapist. She is very helpful and offers a very safe space to heal. Her warmth and compassion is helpful. She provides me with a variety of ways to tackle various issues.

Reviewed September 2023

The best!

Reviewed August 2023

Linda is amazing at what she does! She listens, she's always in a good mood and is always willing to help! She's very open and willing to talk about anything! She cares very deeply about her clients and has many tips and tricks of what you can do in order to better yourself, no matter the situation!

Reviewed August 2023

Linda helped me work through some old and difficult to figure out issues. She has all kinds of different experience to draw on and is so empathetic. I am thankful I found her to work with me. She will keep you accountable and is real with you! I highly recommend Linda.

Reviewed August 2023

She's actually awesome

Reviewed August 2023

She is fantastic at teaching skills to help you heal yourself. She has helped me change my perspectives on life and myself and learn how to be there for myself.

Reviewed August 2023

I've been working with Linda for a while now. I find that we connect well. She's patient and very supportive so I really appreciate it.

Reviewed August 2023

Linda is always thinking of her clients and finding ways to support them 24/7!

Reviewed July 2023

Linda’s advice has been right on point for me and very helpful. She listens well and seems to know what to say to help me.

Reviewed July 2023

Linda is a great therapist and person. She provides insightful tools and support and has great knowledge in mindfullness and psychology. 10/10,, highly recommend Linda!!!

Reviewed June 2023

She was very understanding, listened well and made me feel comfortable.

Reviewed March 2023

Linda is so kind and compassionate and really listens to me. She really helps me work through my issues and is very supportive.

Reviewed March 2023

Linda is a very good! I totally trust her and she gives great advises. She has made my life a lot better. THANK YOU!

Reviewed February 2023

Linda's been an honest and empathetic help to address something going on in my life at the moment. She patiently listened to the crux of the matter, took attentive notes that were referenced between sessions, offered third-party perspective and the tools to help overcome what was in my way. Sincerely appreciate her time and wisdom.

Reviewed March 2023

I love better help and the therapist that I've chosen!! She's very understanding, funny and open! She loves to talk but also loves simply listening to what I have to say as well!! I'm very happy and glad that I got Linda Milewski!

Reviewed February 2023

She listens well, knows when I’m making excuses, holds me accountable and is realistic with my wants and needs. Thank you so much.

Reviewed January 2023

She has a very warm energy and guides the session really well, especially when you’re working through and still figuring out how to express what you’re going through. Which in my case has been beneficial.

Reviewed December 2022

You are a great listener and I am so happy to have you as support in my life. Thank you!

Reviewed November 2022

So enjoyed my time with Linda. She's professional, positive, so helpful and like a friend but gives practical strategies

Reviewed September 2022

Was hesitant but now I love it and get tools that help my anxiety and have been struggling so much more less and huge weight lifted off my shoulders.

Reviewed August 2022

Linda is very kind and considerate. She’s a great listener and I highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2022

Linda is professional. She is very smart and kind! I really like her! She asks me questions that relate to what I’m talking about. She offers different ways for me to feel safe and trusting, although I’m not there yet. I do feel safe. I just don’t trust easily. Nothing negative about Linda.. In my opinion, she’s doing awesome with me. I think she’s a keeper!

Reviewed August 2022

Linda is thoughtful and supportive. She encourages self compassion and a buddhist detachment around suffering

Reviewed July 2022

Linda is very thoughtful, experienced and over all a great human. I could not have asked for a better therapist to help me out! Thank you, Linda.

Reviewed July 2022

Linda is the most empathetic and invested therapist you could wish for.

Reviewed June 2022

My sessions with Linda have been very helpful for me to help cope and navigate through life. I find her very engaging and very easy to talk to.

Reviewed June 2022

My therapist is great and has been a key part of my personal growth. As I have said in the past, I find it particularly interesting that these frequent reviews focus solely on the performance of my therapist, and not the company or layout of the service you have provided... because it does have faults. Hopefully you will make an effort to investigate more.

Reviewed June 2022

Very professional with a personal touch. Has really helped me alot in multiple ways but a long way to go :)

Reviewed March 2022

She is my all time favorite therapist. Guided meditations prior to therapy helps me to relax. Linda is always educating herself on new ways of teaching and she passes along her knowledge. I highly recommend Linda Milewski and I’m grateful I finally found a therapist that actually continues her education.

Reviewed March 2022

A fellow pilgrim is the best guru, and Linda embraces the human role of being a pilgrim.

Reviewed March 2022

I really think Linda is a totally wonderful, caring and compassionate therapist. She really looks to approach me with respect to my points of view and ideas. She is an excellent listener and I would strongly recommend her to anyone else. However, I am currently panicking because I can not remember when my next session is and I am stuck on this window until I respond. Please change this feature better help.

Reviewed March 2022

Very pragmatic and analytical, good for "brainy" people who are interested in psychology and technicalities. Linda can connect observations to literature and science.

Reviewed March 2022

Compassionate and kind, I would recommend Linda to anyone looking to examine their own thoughts and feelings.

Reviewed January 2022

Linda is such a great therapist, she makes me feel comfortable and I’m truly so grateful that she has helped me with my journey. She has already helped me through a lot and I always look forward to speaking with her

Reviewed January 2022

First visit was awesome. Looking forward to the next meeting!

Reviewed January 2022

Linda is just amazing. Very caring and loving person with lots of experience

Reviewed January 2022

She’s very understanding and responsive

Reviewed December 2021

Linda is really great. Very empathetic

Reviewed December 2021

I have only seen Linda 2x so far but so far it's going well. She listens and offers insightful points and good resources for me to continue whatever we discussed in session.

Reviewed December 2021

Love her feedback! The sessions with her were really helpful!

Reviewed December 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Linda Milewski offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Linda Milewski works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Linda Milewski speak?

Linda Milewski speaks English.

How many years of experience does Linda Milewski have?

Linda Milewski has 17 years of experience.

Where is Linda Milewski licensed to practice?

Linda Milewski is licensed to practice in Florida and North Carolina.

Does Linda Milewski accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Linda Milewski accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Linda Milewski offer?

Linda Milewski offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Linda Milewski?

Linda Milewski can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Linda Milewski?

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