Meet Sofya
Hello!You may feel caught between what others expect of you and what feels true to you, or find yourself repeating familiar relationship patterns despite wanting something different. I work with adults navigating these tensions, offering space to understand what might be getting in the way and explore new possibilities for connection, belonging, and fulfillment.
My work centers on relationships, identity, and the changes that ask us to reconsider who we are and what we want. Whether you're navigating anxiety, moving through a life transition, or trying to better understand your needs and relationships, we’ll explore how your experiences shape the way you feel, relate, and make choices. My training at Fordham University, where I earned my Master of Science in Education in Mental Health Counseling and my Doctorate in Counseling Psychology, grounds this work in an understanding of people within their relationships, cultures, and communities. Together, we can deepen self-understanding and self-compassion while helping you bring that understanding into everyday life.
As a first-generation Armenian American, I bring a personal appreciation for the complexities of navigating cultural traditions, family expectations, and an evolving sense of self. This perspective informs my interest in working with clients from Middle Eastern and SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) backgrounds, as well as my specialization in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals. I welcome exploration of the many parts of your identity, including where they overlap, where they create tension, and how you might honor your connections while building a life that feels like your own.
Education
Fordham University: Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
Fordham University: Master of Science in Education
George Mason University: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with honors
Highlights
Bilingual Armenian/English
Dolores Zohrab Liebman Fellow
Fordham University Graduate School of Education Public Interest Scholarship
Authored and presented at numerous conferences on topics ranging from identity concerns to the impact of social media on mental health.
Services
Individual Therapy (Psychodynamic/Depth Work, CBT)
In Person Therapy AND Teletherapy
Specialties
Middle Eastern / SWANA communities
Anxiety
Identity Exploration
LGBTQ+ Concerns
Trauma
Depression
Self Esteem Struggles
Relationship Issues