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Dr. M. Sophia Faris

Psychologist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Currently licensed in New York, with a decade of clinical experience. This includes aiding clients with managing stress, anxiety, relationships, motivation, self-esteem, gaining confidence, and coping with life's changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming any obstacle in your way. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards progress. I am here to support & empower you through that journey. Using an eclectic approach to treatment, tailored to individual needs. To further my knowledge and provide quality care, I obtained a Master's and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, a minor in Human Sexuality and Gender Diversity as well as a Professional Certificate in Family and Couples Therapy. All from an Accredited APA institution.

Actualmente licenciada en Nueva York, con una década de experiencia clínica. Esto incluye ayudar a clientes a gestionar el estrés, la ansiedad, las relaciones, la motivación, la autoestima, ganar confianza y afrontar los cambios de la vida. Creo que usted es el experto en su propia historia y que posee muchas fortalezas que le ayudarán a superar cualquier obstáculo en su camino. Se necesita valentía para buscar una vida más plena y feliz y dar los primeros pasos hacia el progreso. Estoy aquí para apoyarle y empoderarle en ese camino. Utilizando un enfoque terapéutico ecléctico, individualizado. Para ampliar mi conocimiento y brindar una atención de calidad, obtuve una maestría y un doctorado en Psicología Clínica, una especialización en Sexualidad Humana y Diversidad de Género, así como un Certificado Profesional en Terapia Familiar y de Pareja. Todo ello en una institución acreditada por la APA.

My approach to therapy

If you have been struggling to find yourself, with relationships, work/life stress, or need to process your past to build your future, you are in the right place. Together, we will develop strategies and gain insight needed for you to feel ready to begin living as your authentic self.

Si ha tenido dificultades con sus relaciones íntimas, estrés laboral y personal o necesita procesar su pasado para construir su futuro, está en el lugar indicado. En equipo, se desarrollara estrategias y adquirirá la perspectiva necesaria para que pueda comenzar a vivir como su yo en su plena autenticidad.

What you can expect from me

I hold space for my clients to explore underlying emotions and potential root causes as they gain insight and awareness. Therapy can be tough at times, and you may feel challenged. This is all part of the process, and I am here to aid you through it so you can begin to let go of what may hold you back. During our first session, we'll explore what brought you here and then decide the best way to move forward.

Ofrezco espacio para que mis clientes exploren sus emociones y sus posibles causas a medida que adquieren comprensión y consciencia. La terapia puede ser difícil a veces. Todo esto es parte del proceso, y estoy aquí para ayudarle a superarlo para que pueda comenzar a soltar lo que le frena. Durante nuestra primera sesión, exploraremos qué le trajo hasta aquí y luego decidiremos la mejor manera de progresar.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Holistic, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) at Ponce Health Sciences University
  • License type
    CP (Clinical Psychologist) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Humanistic, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Brief Dynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish