Connecticut, LMFT#002394; New York, LMFT #001731
Sofia Riffaud

License:

LMFT
Female
White
Virtual Only
Specialties
Anxiety, Couples counseling, Premartial counseling
Education
Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy | Fairfield University, 2018; Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Concentration in Human Development and Psychological Services | Northwestern University, 2014
About
Sofia Riffaud is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, serving clients in Connecticut and New York. She started her private practice with the hopes of helping her clients move forward in life with more compassion for themselves, connection to others, and effective communication skills. With her goal-oriented approach and extensive systemic training, Sofia is equipped to help couples and individuals alike to establish a better approach to make the desired changes in their lives. Over the last eight years, Sofia has provided marital/premarital relationship assessments as a baseline for couples work, and is equipped to assist clients struggling with anxiety, depression, infidelity, parenting, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues.
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Message to clients
Hi there, and welcome! If you’re feeling overwhelmed and burdened by responsibilities, certain relationships, and stress, you aren’t alone. Deciding to contact a therapist takes courage, and can be an important step towards helping you change and grow. If you're feeling stuck or fearful of the future's uncertainties, that's where our work together comes in. Let's work together to move you away from overwhelm and exhaustion, and towards acceptance and peace. Whether you are looking for individual, couple, or family therapy, I look forward to guiding you to increase your self-compassion, strengthen your relationships, and feel more connected.
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Race and ethnicity
White
Cultural and experiential knowledge
Hispanic culture, Arab/Middle Eastern culture
Languages spoken
English
Spiritual knowledge
Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular), Catholicism, Christianity
Location
Specialties
Anxiety, Couples counseling, Premartial counseling
Additional areas of focus
Parenting, Anger management, Career counseling/coaching, Caring professionals, Codependency, Dating, Divorce counseling, Family counseling, First generation immigrant experience, Gender identity, Grief and/or loss, Infidelity/affairs, Life transitions, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Panic attacks, Spirituality, Stress, Sports performance, Veterans/military services
Therapeutic style
Direct, Empowering, Intellectual, Affirming
Modalities
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Family systems, Mindfulness based, Strengths-based therapy
Cost
$200
/Individual Session
$200
/Couples Session
$200
/Family Session
Sliding scale
Does not offer sliding scale spots
Insurance accepted
Aetna, Meritain, Cigna, Optum, United Healthcare, UMR, UBH, Connecticare
Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy
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Maria Cambareri, LMFT
Sofia is a very thoughtful, caring, and dedicated therapist. She has such a warm, welcoming personality which gives her a special ability to join with her clients. She is a very positive, upbeat person who commits herself to the highest level of care for her clients.
Laura Salerno, LMFT
I recommend Sofia wholeheartedly. She is kind, thoughtful and She really has a passion for helping others. She Is extremely generous with her time and puts you at ease immediately. I can see her messing with so many different populations. She’s truly the best.
Amanda Capela, LMFT
Working with Sofia will be an incredibly positive experience. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood. Her approach is compassionate, yet practical—she not only listens but also provides tools and strategies that make a real difference in daily life. If you’re looking for a therapist who is both approachable and skilled, who balances empathy with effective techniques, and who genuinely cares about your progress, Sofia is an excellent choice.
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