Sophie Barkhordari, MFT

Resident Therapist

She/Her
I see clients located in: DC
I am supervised by: Dr. Laura Golojuch, LMFT
Accepting new clients starting June 16

Common areas in which I work with clients:

  • Couples Counseling

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Sexuality / Sex

  • Life Transitions

  • Self-Esteem

  • Mood Disorders

  • Trauma / PTSD

  • Neurodiversity

How therapy with me can help you:

I am a passionate therapist dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive space for people from all walks of life. I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages and identities. My clinical passion lies in working with clients on issues related to sex, intimacy, and relationships.

I take a client-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each person’s needs using various modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Bowenian Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe that clients are the leaders of their own journey, and I work collaboratively to create a unique path for each person.

My therapeutic framework is rooted in a social justice lens, recognizing the ways systemic oppression, privilege, and identity shape relationships and mental health. I value supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, including those navigating intersectional identities and the complexities of their lived experience. My goal is to provide a space where clients feel truly seen, respected, and empowered in their relationships and sexuality. I am sex-positive and trained to work with various identities, including: trauma-informed; BIPOC affirming / anti-racist; LGBTQIA+ affirming; poly and ENM affirming; kink affirming; disability affirming; religious, spiritual, and secular affirming.

About me:

I received my Bachelor of Science in Clinical Neuroscience with a minor in Spanish at Virginia Tech. I went on to Thomas Jefferson University’s couple and family therapy program, where I earned my master’s in family therapy, specializing in sex therapy.

Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time with my rescue dog, exploring food spots with friends and family, and practicing yoga.