Elva Garafola

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

MSW, BA

12 years' experience

Dallas, TX, United States

Specialities

Anger Management Anxiety Career Counseling Depression Eating Disorders Family Conflict Grief LGBT issues Life transitions Parenting Relationship Issues Self Esteem Sleep or Insomnia Stress

About Elva

Elva “Julia” Garafola, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 10 years of experience supporting clients through life’s challenges. She works with individuals facing concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship or family issues, with additional expertise in aging, caregiver support, and chronic illness. Julia earned her master’s degree in mental health and social work from the University of Texas at Arlington and also holds training in nutrition. Her approach is client-centered and integrates CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies. Known for her warm and nonjudgmental style, she builds trusting relationships that empower clients to navigate change and improve overall well-being.

Gender:: Female
Language(s) spoken:: English
License number(s):: 56813 · 2024038145

Treatments offered

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy Emotionally Focused Therapy Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy