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About Sonja
Sonja Peverieri is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in California with 15 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, and depression. Sonja communicates in straightforward language and aims to make the first steps into therapy easier for worried parents and busy people.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Dialectical Behavioral therapy to help clients identify patterns and learn new ways of coping. Sonja also offers Biblical counseling for clients who want faith-integrated support, including Scripture and prayer as part of sessions. She adapts her approach to each person and honors cultural background and diversity in planning care.
For parents, Sonja incorporates elements of the Triple P Positive Parenting program to address everyday parenting challenges and support child development. She focuses on clear, practical strategies parents can try between sessions. When relationships feel strained, she helps people name barriers in communication and practice new ways of connecting.
Sonja lists additional areas of focus that include attachment and abandonment concerns, obsessions and compulsions, panic and social anxiety, seasonal mood changes, self-harm, and workplace issues. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions and works collaboratively to set goals that fit each person’s life.
To begin, Sonja encourages clients to take a small step toward care and offers an individualized plan based on their needs and values. She aims to help people feel steadier and better able to handle daily stresses.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Sonja commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Dialectical Behavioral therapy. Cognitive Behavioral therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments. It is often used for anxiety, mood problems, panic, and OCD-related patterns. Dialectical Behavioral therapy teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. It can be helpful for intense emotions, anger, and relationship stress.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sonja will work with each person to identify goals and try methods that match those goals and personal preferences. She tailors techniques to fit cultural values and faith where clients want that included.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy schedule by cutting travel time and making it easier to keep regular appointments. It also lets people use shorter check-ins when needed or choose setups that suit their attention and comfort level. Talk with the therapist during scheduling to find an arrangement that fits your day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sonja commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger, and depression. She also focuses on related issues like attachment, obsessions and compulsions, panic, social anxiety, and workplace problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Sonja uses practical, skills-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Dialectical Behavioral therapy. She mixes these techniques with faith-informed support for clients who want Scripture and prayer included.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including mood disorders, parenting challenges, and trauma-related issues.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, listed as LMFT, practicing in California.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify exact session formats, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Sonja?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.