My Story
I'm Lisa Morin, LICSW, a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience, and I founded Milton Counseling Collaborative. After 14 years as Director of Counseling at Milton Academy and years consulting with independent schools, I opened a private practice that feels personal and grounded while staying evidence-based.
The name "Collaborative" is one I chose on purpose. Therapy works best as a partnership, with clients and, when it helps, with families, schools, and other providers. There's no one-size-fits-all approach for anyone.
My goal is a warm, honest, and attentive space where people feel safe to open up, work through what's getting in their way, and feel more like themselves again.
Outside of the office, I've been exploring ceramics and visual art. As a beginner at the pottery wheel, I'm rediscovering what it feels like to learn something new. It's been a good reminder that growth takes patience, and that there is beauty in the imperfect.
My Approach
My approach is evidence-based and collaborative, and it starts with a real connection. The hard work of therapy can't happen without trust, so that comes first. From there, I tailor the work to each person, drawing on CBT, ERP, TF-CBT, DBT skills, and creative, art-based approaches. I specialize in anxiety and perfectionism, depression, OCD, school stress and avoidance, trauma, and grief, for kids 6 and up, teens, adults, and parents. My practice is LGBTQ+-affirming, and I welcome people of every identity and background. Not sure where to start? Schedule a free 30-minute call below.