Sophia was born in Los Angeles, raised in London, and holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University.

Prior to building her private practice, Sophia provided counseling to students at a large public high school, and offered both case management and group therapy at a psychiatric hospital. Sophia has extensive experience working as a therapist in residential, inpatient, outpatient and educational settings. She also served as a primary therapist for young adult males in a long-term, highly structured treatment center for substance use. Sophia has also provided educational talks at local high schools and often serves as a consultant to other therapists. 

In addition to providing private therapy, Sophia supervises Associate Social Workers and most recently worked as a counselor at a small independent high school. Sophia is a Master level reiki practitioner, yoga instructor, expert consultant for Hollywood, Health and Society, and volunteers for several animal rescue organizations. Sophia obtained certifications in Animal-Assisted Therapy from The Animal Behavioral Institute, as well as a sex therapy certification from California Institute of Integral Studies. Additionally, Sophia’s first book on adolescent anxiety will be published in 2025.