Julia Ruffolo, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Julia!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in both California and Nevada. I take a client-centered approach when working with clients. I meet the client where they are and truly believe that we are on this journey together. My background is in drug and alcohol addiction, in addition to sex/porn/love addiction and mental health issues.

My focus

The majority of my experience includes working with the adult population and, more specifically, working with addiction. My niche is sex/love/porn addiction and I utilize a variety of written materials to complement the live therapy work.

My approach

I am a solution-focused therapist, and while I believe that processing and discussing are important, I truly believe that there needs to be a goal. I love problem-solving with clients and getting to the core of the issues that necessitate treatment.

My communication style

When working with clients, I am an active listener. With that said, I also provide guidance and feedback when appropriate. I believe that there should be an active dialogue between therapist and client, and as a result, the relationship is strengthened.

My journey to mental healthcare

I believe that goal setting should happen during the first session and be an ongoing discussion during future sessions. Goal setting should be a collaborative effort and should meet the needs of the client.

My goals for you

Goal setting is collaborative and begins in our first session, continuing as an ongoing discussion. We'll identify what matters most to you and create benchmarks that reflect your needs and progress throughout our work together.

Our first session

The first session will be an information-gathering session so that I can get to know the client. In turn, of course, the client can ask questions, and it will lead to an open dialogue. As stated, the first session will also be the beginning of goal setting and identifying benchmarks for progress.

I identify as...

Female
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Motivational Interviewing

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Sex-Positive/Kink

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Coastal TPA
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Julia Ruffolo