Sonja Peverieri, LMFT - Therapist in California

About Sonja

Sonja Peverieri is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15 years of experience practicing in California. She works directly with parents and adults who face stress, anxiety, trauma, anger, depression, and parenting challenges. Sonja uses clear, practical language so families can understand each step of the work.

She relies on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at thoughts and actions that keep problems going and teaches ways to change them.

Background and approach

She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to help with strong emotions and improving coping strategies. Sonja has training in Biblical counseling and can incorporate Scripture and prayer when clients request that faith perspective. For parents, she brings training from the Triple P Positive Parenting program to offer concrete strategies for everyday parenting issues and child development concerns.

Her practice addresses related topics such as attachment and abandonment, communication problems, obsessions and compulsions, panic, seasonal mood shifts, and workplace stress. Sonja adapts her approach to cultural differences and personal values. Sessions focus on identifying relationship barriers, building useful skills, and aligning goals with each family’s beliefs when that is important to them.

She aims to create a respectful and compassionate space for practical problem solving. Parents and adults who want straightforward guidance and skill-based tools may find her style a good fit. The first step is a brief matching process that leads to scheduling a session suited to the family’s needs.

Evidence-based skills and flexible online care

Sonja commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with new actions to reduce anxiety and low mood. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication for strong feelings and relationship stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She collaborates with each client or parent to choose methods that match goals, values, and daily life. Together they adjust tools and pacing until the plan feels practical and relevant.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats let parents and adults fit sessions around busy schedules, handle urgent questions between meetings, and continue care without travel. The variety of contact methods supports steady progress while keeping therapy accessible for different routines and preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sonja commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting difficulties, anger, and depression. She also addresses related issues like attachment, communication problems, OCD symptoms, panic, and workplace stress.

What is her general therapy style?

Her sessions are practical and skills focused, using clear explanations and step-by-step strategies. She blends cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques and can include faith-based supports when requested.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional experience working with adults and parents. That experience includes a range of mood, anxiety, and parenting concerns.

What credential and location information is available?

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, CA LMFT 84724, practicing in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow flexibility in how clients connect.

How do I begin working with her and what about cost?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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Experience: 15 years
Licensed: California
Languages: English

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