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Elaina Bogan, LCSW, LICSW

Compassionate LCSW supporting anxiety grief and resilience
  • 20 years experience
  • Client centered therapy
  • Video phone and chat

About Elaina Bogan

Elaina Bogan is a licensed clinical social worker with two decades of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She combines clinical training with a practical, strengths-based perspective to support individuals facing mood disorders, panic attacks, self-harm behaviors, and social anxiety and phobia. Elaina holds LCSW and LICSW credentials - professional social work licenses that authorize clinical practice and therapeutic intervention - and she draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Her practice emphasizes the client’s own expertise in their life story and the resources they already possess. She works to identify and amplify those strengths while offering guidance and tools for coping, motivation, and emotional regulation. Elaina approaches grief and loss with sensitivity, supports clients working through anger and motivation challenges, and helps people rebuild confidence and self-esteem after difficult experiences.

Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Elaina acknowledges that step while creating a supportive, collaborative therapeutic relationship. She aims to make the process accessible and practical, helping clients set achievable goals and build lasting skills to navigate current struggles and future challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Mood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elaina Bogan have?

Elaina Bogan has 20 years of experience in professional clinical practice.

Is Elaina Bogan a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LCSW, LICSW. License details: NC LCSW C007503, WV LICSW DP00947370.

In which languages does Elaina Bogan provide therapy?

Elaina provides therapy in English.

Where is Elaina Bogan located?

Elaina Bogan is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Elaina Bogan as my therapist?

You can work with Elaina Bogan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elaina Bogan work with international clients?

Elaina Bogan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elaina Bogan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and Online Care That Fit Your Life

Elaina often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on understanding each person’s perspective and building on their existing strengths to promote self-directed growth. This approach is helpful for people seeking support with self-esteem, grief, and general coping. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, offers clear strategies to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is commonly used for anxiety, panic, and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be especially useful for intense emotions and self-harm behaviors.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Elaina works with clients to explore their goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges and then recommends or blends methods that best fit those needs. The aim is to find practical tools and a therapeutic rhythm that feel sustainable.

Online therapy with Elaina is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to integrate therapy into a busy life without sacrificing continuity of care.

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