Meet Irene Sofia, LCSW
I’m Irene Sofia Koutsidis-Martelli, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Irene Sofia Therapy. I bring nearly a decade of clinical experience to supporting high-achieving women, while welcoming other adults seeking care.
My name, Irene Sofia, means “peace” and “wisdom” in my native culture. Those ideas matter to me: having room to breathe, understanding yourself, and knowing when to ask for support.
My style is warm, honest, and relational. We’ll make space for what’s difficult, get curious about patterns, and connect what we learn to your everyday life.
How I Work
I draw on several therapy approaches, choosing tools that fit your needs and goals:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Explore how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another, and practice different responses.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Develop skills for managing difficult emotions, tolerating distress, and communicating your needs.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Clarify what matters to you and take steps toward it, while making room for difficult thoughts and feelings.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Explore different parts of your experience with curiosity and compassion.
Mind-body practices: Notice how stress shows up in your body and explore grounding tools that feel useful to you.
A Collaborative Relationship
You bring the knowledge of your own life. I bring clinical experience, thoughtful questions, and support as we explore what you need.
We’ll check in about how the work feels and adjust together. A free consultation is a chance to ask questions and see whether my approach feels like a fit.