Sophia Ballinas, AMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Sophia Ballinas

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Families

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sophia Ballinas

"Hi, I'm Sophia, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). I work with individuals (ages 5+), couples, families, and groups, supporting clients through challenges related to anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, autism, the mind-body connection, and nervous system regulation. I lead with compassion and curiosity, helping clients build on their existing strengths while developing new tools, coping strategies, and perspectives to better understand themselves and navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to create a therapeutic space where clients feel safe to show up authentically, share openly, and leave sessions feeling supported, empowered, and more connected to themselves. My approach is rooted in person-centered and humanistic therapy, while integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and somatic techniques. I also incorporate trauma-focused, cognitive processing, narrative, psychodynamic, culturally sensitive, and gender-affirming approaches based on each client’s unique needs. My years of practicing yoga, which eventually led to becoming an instructor, shaped the mind-body lens I bring into my work today. Combined with my background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), these experiences have strengthened my ability to understand behavior as a form of communication and explore the deeper needs beneath it. I believe trust is the foundation of meaningful therapy, and I take time to truly get to know each client—their story, values, interests, and what safety and support look like for them. With younger clients, that may look like building connection through creativity and play; with adults, it may mean allowing space for the therapeutic relationship to develop before diving into deeper work. Outside of therapy, you can find me at a Dodger game, out in nature, trying a new vegan restaurant, or unwinding with my two cats!"

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Change Within Reach

Education and training

Pepperdine University, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1174499586

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What practice does Sophia Ballinas work with?

Sophia Ballinas works with Change Within Reach.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sophia Ballinas?

Sophia Ballinas frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Sophia Ballinas on their profile.