Elia M. Johnson, LCSW

Elia M. Johnson, LCSW, is a clinical social worker licensed in New York and Connecticut with over a decade of experience in forensic social work, trauma-informed clinical practice, and holistic defense. She serves as the Director of Integrated Client Services at a New York City public defender office, where she leads interdisciplinary teams providing mitigation, reentry planning, and client-centered advocacy for justice-impacted individuals and their families.

Elia is an experienced national speaker and trainer, presenting on trauma-informed interviewing, justice-impacted populations, interdisciplinary social-legal collaboration, and reintegration support. Her work bridges clinical practice and legal advocacy, with a focus on identity restoration, family systems impact, and long-term stability following system involvement. She is committed to equipping clinicians and legal professionals with practical, evidence-based tools that honor client dignity while navigating complex institutional systems.