Sophia Mateo, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Sophia Mateo

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Codependency

Work-Related Counseling

Behavioral Therapy

Personality Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Emotionally Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sophia Mateo

Hi there, I'm Sophia! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. Together, we’ll work through life’s challenges while helping you feel more confident, grounded, and connected to what matters to you. My focus I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship or family challenges, self-esteem, chronic illness, medical concerns, and chronic pain. I support clients in managing the emotional impact of these experiences while building coping skills, confidence, and a greater sense of control in their lives. My approach My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to you. I draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, solution-focused, and client-centered approaches to help you better understand yourself, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful changes that feel realistic and sustainable in your everyday life. My communication style My communication style is warm, genuine, and conversational. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be yourself without fear of judgment. I’ll listen with compassion while also asking thoughtful questions, offering new perspectives, and gently challenging you when it can support your growth. My journey to mental healthcare I was drawn to this work by a genuine curiosity about people and a desire to understand the experiences that shape who we become. Becoming a therapist gave me the opportunity to turn that curiosity into meaningful work, helping people feel understood while supporting them as they create change in their lives. My goals for you We’ll work together to identify what you want to change and turn those goals into manageable steps. I help clients recognize patterns, build practical skills, explore what may be getting in the way, and notice their progress along the way. Your goals can evolve as you grow, and we’ll adjust our work together as needed.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

National University, Master's in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1902606593

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Sophia Mateo?

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Is Sophia Mateo accepting new patients?

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What practice does Sophia Mateo work with?

Sophia Mateo works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sophia Mateo?

Sophia Mateo frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Sophia Mateo on their profile.