Sophia Rodriguez is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #141267) specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, identity development, personality disorders, and relationship issues.

Sophia provides counseling with a psychodynamic approach for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. In sessions with Sophia, clients can expect to feel welcome and heard. She holds an unconditional positive regard for her clients and leads with kindness, empathy, and respect. As a Cuban-American, Sophia provides services in both English and Spanish and is passionate about working with individuals across diverse backgrounds.

Sophia believes our experiences, including our upbringing, childhood, and family, interact with one another to create a beautiful mosaic of our identity. She is curious and passionate about learning the pieces of life that contributed to who her clients are today. Whether the desired changes in her clients' lives are emotional, behavioral, or circumstantial, Sophia walks beside her clients as they navigate self-exploration and challenges.

Sophia takes an eclectic approach to therapy as each client presents a unique set of needs, goals, and experiences. She tailors her treatment plans to each client's specific needs and works with them to reach their desired outcome. With her training in Psychodynamic framework, Sophia focuses on uncovering the subconscious experience to bring it to the conscious mind. She also incorporates aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Mindfulness practices.

Sophia is passionate about the connection between mental health and somatic experiences and aims to treat anxiety, trauma, and stress through mind-body healing. Outside of therapy, Sophia is also a Certified Yoga Teacher and applies her knowledge of breathwork, mindfulness, and the mind-body connection to her therapeutic treatment plans.

Sophia received clinical training and internship experience at Airport Marina Counseling Service in Los Angeles, where she worked with a diverse range of clients from ages 9 to 70. She holds a B.A. in Psychology and a Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. Prior to her graduate work at Pepperdine, Sophia worked for Homeward Bound with young adolescents in their transition home from intensive treatment. She understands the loneliness we can experience as we undergo change, and she aims to provide a constant safe space throughout the transitions that her clients face.

In her free time, Sophia enjoys running, skiing, and hiking. She grew up in the mountains of Colorado and loves the outdoors. She advocates for self-care and practices her own through yoga, journaling, and time with loved ones.

Sophia works under the license and supervision of Becky White, LMFT #93760.