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Dr. Sofia Lustgarten

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Available both in-person and online
11601 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33181
Therapy is a space where you can feel deeply heard and genuinely seen. Your pain, history, fears, longings, and desires all have a place here. I approach this work with curiosity and care, not judgment. Together, we create a thoughtful conversation that helps you make sense of what feels confusing, heavy, or stuck. Over time, therapy can loosen the grip of old wounds and patterns, creating space for greater clarity, authenticity, and more meaningful relationships, both with yourself and with others.
Therapy is not about performing insight or saying the “right” thing. It is about showing up as you are, and allowing something new to unfold. I emphasize the importance of the therapeutic relationship, as this relationship can help repair what was broken in an earlier one one.
I work with people navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, and the lingering effects of trauma. I approach my work through a trauma-informed, relational lens that recognizes the impact the familial, social, and cultural contexts in which we live. If you are longing to do some in-depth work, I welcome you to reach out.
Call or Dr. Sofia Lustgarten now for a free 15 minute consultation - (305) 449-9510

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

11601 Biscayne Boulevard

Miami, FL 33181 map

(305) 449-9510

4675 Ponce de Leon

Coral Gables, FL 33146 map

My website
I offer in-person therapy in North Miami and Coral Gables, and online therapy via video in all PSYPACT participating states.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Eating Disorders and Anxiety 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (305) 449-9510
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

11601 Biscayne Boulevard

Miami, FL 33181 map

(305) 449-9510

4675 Ponce de Leon

Coral Gables, FL 33146 map

My website
I offer in-person therapy in North Miami and Coral Gables, and online therapy via video in all PSYPACT participating states.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Eating Disorders and Anxiety 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
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I am in-network with Aetna. I will work with you and your insurance benefits to find a fee that makes sense if paying privately is not an option.
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 449-9510
"
I am in-network with Aetna. I will work with you and your insurance benefits to find a fee that makes sense if paying privately is not an option.
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 449-9510

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / PY12089 Sofia Lustgarten
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended Nova Southeastern Univeristy, Doctor of Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with The Southeast Florida Association for Psychoanalytic Psychology (SEFAPP) 2026
  • Membership with American Psychoanalytic Association 2021
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I have 9 years of experience treating adults and teens. I am a clinical psychologist specializing in psychodynamic therapy. I completed a predoctoral internship at The Renfrew Center for eating disorders. I am a PSYPACT member, and an executive board member of a regional psychoanalytic association.
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 449-9510
"
I have 9 years of experience treating adults and teens. I am a clinical psychologist specializing in psychodynamic therapy. I completed a predoctoral internship at The Renfrew Center for eating disorders. I am a PSYPACT member, and an executive board member of a regional psychoanalytic association.
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 449-9510

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (305) 449-9510
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Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (305) 449-9510

Endorsement

David Mancuso
David Mancuso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten is an inspiring force in mental health advocacy. Her compassionate, action-driven approach empowers individuals to heal, grow, and overcome challenges. She shines in breaking stigmas and lasting change in people's lives.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (305) 449-9510
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (305) 449-9510

Location

Primary Location

11601 Biscayne Boulevard

Miami, FL 33181

(305) 449-9510

Additional Location

4675 Ponce de Leon

Coral Gables, FL 33146

(305) 449-9510
"
I offer in-person therapy in North Miami and Coral Gables, and online therapy via video in all PSYPACT participating states.
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (305) 449-9510
"
I offer in-person therapy in North Miami and Coral Gables, and online therapy via video in all PSYPACT participating states.
Photo of Dr. Sofia Lustgarten, Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (305) 449-9510