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Dorothy Milana, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Dorothy 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 Dorothy. View 22 reviews
Great news, Dorothy is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

I’m so happy with her she helps me with any questions I need and I don’t feel like I am asking any dumb questions

Reviewed July 2024

Dorothy is wonderful! She makes you feel comfortable while you’re talking. I have cried my eyes out and not felt judged. There’s no awkward silence, if I’m not talking she is. She is fully focused on you during the session.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Dorothy

  • 7 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed clinical social worker in Florida with 7 years of therapy experience and more than 15 years experience in the field. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. As a social worker, I approach my clients holistically and believe in your value and worth in the therapeutic relationship. I take a strengths based approach and utilize empowerment theory and cognitive behavioral therapy in my sessions. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Career difficulties Depression Hospice and end-of-life counseling

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Motivational Interviewing

Licenses

Dorothy Milana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356598585.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW14745 · Expires March 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 Dorothy Milana

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

Overall rating:

5.0

22 reviews

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Clients mention: Listens Great Helped Recommend Anxiety Comfortable Helping Incredible Thankful Wonderful

I’m so happy with her she helps me with any questions I need and I don’t feel like I am asking any dumb questions

Reviewed July 2024

Dorothy is wonderful! She makes you feel comfortable while you’re talking. I have cried my eyes out and not felt judged. There’s no awkward silence, if I’m not talking she is. She is fully focused on you during the session.

Reviewed May 2024

Very attentive. Really is engaged, pays attention and takes notes. Asks great questions and has great resources.

Reviewed March 2024

I like that she listens to what I have to say and makes me look at things in a different way and think in a different way.

Reviewed March 2024

Dorothy is incredible patient and kind. She genuinely listens and challenges your thoughts to help you move through situations. Her voice is very calming and she is quick to respond to messages. So happy I found her.

Reviewed January 2024

So far Dorothy has been awesome and recommending things that have helped me so far. I would stay with her for as long as it takes for me to feel better mentally.

Reviewed November 2023

Dorothy has truly helped me through my worst days. So thankful for her insight, patience, and constant encouragement. She makes going to therapy feel normal, talking about my emotions feel comfortable, and makes me a better version of myself. Thankful for better help and Dorothy Milana.

Reviewed November 2023

She is so kind and understanding! She listens and really cares. I can tell she loves to help and truly wants to be there for you!

Reviewed November 2023

I have been working with Dorothy for a few weeks now and I appreciate her approach to our sessions. I like using worksheets and spending time reflecting on my own in between sessions and Dorothy is great for those things. I am confident in her ability to assist me in my anxiety, family, and relationship issues.

Reviewed September 2023

I always have feelings intuitions about what’s best for me and I was right about Dorothy. She’s incredible.

Reviewed September 2023

Overly sincere, helpful, and non judge mental. She listens and responds professionally. She has provided me with the help or outlet I needed to move forward. Irreplaceable

Reviewed August 2023

I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Dorothy. She offers true compassion and genuine curiosity about your life, which I have found so healing. Dorothy listens so intently to you, and it's evident in the powerful questions she asks. I was (and still am) grieving the sudden death of my father-in-law and needed someone who didn't know who I was to care about what I was going through and help me decide for myself how best to heal and move forward in a positive direction. Dorothy is helping me do those things and I'm so grateful.

Reviewed August 2023

Dorothy has been very connected to all the issues I am trying to comprehend and sort out. In my mind it’s unimaginable , but she makes me feel safe. More so she is helping me understand where I am be stemming from.

Reviewed July 2023

I am very happy with Dorothy. I feel like she listens and understands me

Reviewed July 2023

She is the best! She knows how to address my different concerns and gives me various ways to handle everything. I always feel heard and understood, which is most important.

Reviewed June 2023

Dorothy is a great listener, gives great feedback, and validates my thoughts and feelings. She challenges me to ask myself questions and look at things in a new perspective to help me break through negative habits. She also helps me by giving me worksheets and tools to help me better handle the situations in the future.

Reviewed May 2023

I’ve only been with Dorothy for a short while but she makes me feel more seen and heard than and of my previous therapists. Her support has already helped me immensely.

Reviewed May 2023

Dorothy is wonderful and I have fun talking with her about everything that has been going on in my life

Reviewed May 2023

Dorothy Milana has truly helped save my life. She is kind, expressive, thoughtful, a great listener and if you want to be challenged she will challenge you! She does an amazing job at meeting you where you are. I cannot recommend her enough!

Reviewed May 2023

This is my first experience with therapy and have only had a couple of sessions so far. Dorothy is great, she listens to me, provides feedback and has given me good pointers on how to deal with anxiety in a healthy way. I recommend working with Dorothy.

Reviewed April 2023

Excellent personal skills. Very concerned and involved. Listens and talks through things.

Reviewed April 2023

Starting therapy can be a struggle for the majority of this world; I was extremely nervous, but my therapist stepped in and has really challenged me to step out of my comfort zone and pushed me to realize in a short period of time, the things I need to face. I highly recommend Dorothy Milana as a therapist!

Reviewed April 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dorothy Milana offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dorothy Milana 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 Dorothy Milana speak?

Dorothy Milana speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dorothy Milana have?

Dorothy Milana has 7 years of experience.

Where is Dorothy Milana licensed to practice?

Dorothy Milana is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Dorothy Milana accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dorothy Milana does not accept 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 Dorothy Milana offer?

Dorothy Milana offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Motivational Interviewing.

How can I communicate with Dorothy Milana?

Dorothy Milana 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 Dorothy Milana?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.