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Milena Padilla-Nowakowski, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Milena Padilla-Nowakowski

Individual therapy

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LMFT
8+ years

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Milena Padilla-Nowakowski, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Milena has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology with emphasis in family therapy from Chapman University.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Gentle
Affirming

Hi there, I'm Milena!

Life can feel overwhelming, and reaching out for support isn't always easy. I offer a warm compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgement. Together, we'll work toward greater clarity, healing and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.

My focus

I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress, grief, or major life transitions. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next. Together, we can build clarity, strengthen coping skills, and help you feel more confident moving forward.

My approach

My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I provide a supportive, judgement-free space where we can explore what is holding you back, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you heal, grow, and create, meaningful change in your life.

Expertise

Focus populations

Gay
Single Mother
Transgender
Body Positivity
+ 4 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Arlo (Cigna)
  • Centivo

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology with emphasis in family therapy from Chapman University.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

Next appointmentFriday, Oct 2nd