Elva ‘Julia’ Garafola

Elva ‘Julia’ Garafola

Clinical Social Worker (469) 563-5161

Medical Insurance Accepted
Online

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About Me

As a licensed therapist in TX and MO, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s complex challenges. My practice is deeply rooted in understanding the nuanced experiences of diverse clients, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.

I offer a compassionate, holistic approach that honors each individual’s unique journey. My therapeutic work spans a wide range of focus areas, including self-love, communication challenges, life transitions, trauma recovery, and personal empowerment. I am particularly committed to supporting clients navigating complex emotional landscapes, from workplace stress to interpersonal dynamics.

My approach is collaborative and person-centered, designed to help you develop meaningful insights, build resilience, and create positive change. Whether you’re experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling with personal identity, or seeking guidance through significant life transitions, I’m dedicated to providing supportive, affirming care that respects your individual experience and goals.

Payment Options

Insurance Options

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources

Orientation & Focus

Modalities

Couples, Families

Languages Spoken

English

Populations

LGBTQ+

Specialties

  • Anger management
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorder
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • LGBT
  • Pain Management
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Conditions Treated

  • Abandonment
  • Adoption & Foster Care
  • Aging & Senior Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Blended Families
  • Body Image
  • Career Issues
  • Caregiver Stress
  • Chronic Pain & Illness
  • Codependency
  • Commitment Issues
  • Communication Problems
  • Coping Skills
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emptiness
  • Family Conflict
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Gender Dysphoria
  • Grief & Loss
  • Guilt & Shame
  • HIV / AIDS
  • Hoarding
  • Hospice & End of Life
  • Impulsivity
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation & Loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Midlife Crisis
  • Money & Financial Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Multicultural Concerns
  • Narcissism
  • OCD
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Polyamory & Non-Monogamy
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Sexuality & Sexual Identity
  • Sleep & Insomnia
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Issues
  • Young Adult Issues

Treatment Options

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Locations

Main Location

3526 Prescott Ave
Dallas, Texas 75219
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