Therapist in Yorktown Heights, New York Lia Milton, Therapist

Lia Milton, LMSW, offers thoughtful, strengths-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families throughout New York. With a warm and collaborative approach, she helps clients of all ages—from young children to older adults—navigate emotional challenges, improve relationships, and rediscover their inner resilience. Lia believes in meeting each person exactly where they are and fostering a safe, supportive space where growth and healing can thrive. Lia brings a deep commitment to helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, and trauma, drawing from interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She also supports couples in strengthening communication and connection through marital counseling and works with families to rebuild healthy dynamics using evidence-based family therapy techniques. Her compassionate, person-centered style ensures that clients feel seen, valued, and empowered to move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Lia is especially passionate about helping clients identify and cultivate their unique inner strengths. She focuses on the transformative power of a strengths-based perspective—guiding children, adults, and families to rediscover what makes them resilient in the face of adversity. Whether addressing childhood behavioral issues, life transitions, or grief and loss, Lia tailors each session to highlight growth potential and emotional self-efficacy. She has extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those within the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with autism spectrum disorders, and those involved in foster care and adoption. Outside of her clinical work, Lia enjoys a vibrant and creative lifestyle filled with writing, cooking, music, and exploring fashion. She is passionate about personal wellness and growth and brings this spirit into her therapeutic work.