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Sophia 'fia' Effa

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA (they, them)

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Available both in-person and online
822 G Street STE 4 Arcata, CA 95521
Have you found yourself at a crossroads in your life, not sure which path to take? Do you feel like you've exhausted all of your options, and don't know where else to turn? Does life seem like too much, living in a society that makes it difficult to prioritize self and collective care? I believe that many common struggles we face are a result of the systems we are surrounded by. I aim to approach therapy from a multicultural, intersectional lens.
I am a queer therapist who enjoys working side-by-side with clients who are interested in exploring their identity, going through life transitions, or experiencing anxiety or depression. I offer a warm, supportive space to process the things you may normally be afraid to say aloud, and foster change inside and outside the therapy room.
Everyone deserves a non-judgmental space to explore who they are and how they can grow, and I would be honored to join you on your journey. My job is to guide you in promoting radical acceptance within yourself and help foster empowerment so that you can create change in your life.
Call or Sophia 'fia' Effa now for a free 15 minute consultation - (707) 702-5017

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

822 G Street

STE 4

Arcata, CA 95521 map

(707) 702-5017

2830 G Street

STE C4

Eureka, CA 95501 map

My website
Currently accepting children and adolescent clients; email or call me for more information!
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Transgender and Child 
$115 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (707) 702-5017
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

822 G Street

STE 4

Arcata, CA 95521 map

(707) 702-5017

2830 G Street

STE C4

Eureka, CA 95501 map

My website
Currently accepting children and adolescent clients; email or call me for more information!
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Transgender and Child 
$115 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $115

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Medi-Cal
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Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (707) 702-5017
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (707) 702-5017

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 147492 Supervised by Dylan McClure (California / 94217) Sophia Marie Effa
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Cal Poly Humboldt, MA Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2024
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Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (707) 702-5017
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Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (707) 702-5017

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Transgender
  • Child

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
"
I see primarily queer and gender-diverse clients at our group practice, Rhizome Wellness.
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (707) 702-5017
"
I see primarily queer and gender-diverse clients at our group practice, Rhizome Wellness.
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (707) 702-5017

Endorsement

Kelsey Louise Goldstein
Kelsey Louise Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
Fia is aware, affirming and encouraging. They hold the essential ability to remain humble and curious while also being insightful. If you are looking to explore who you truly were before the world defined you, Fia will be there every step of the way!

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Feminist
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Strength-Based
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (707) 702-5017
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (707) 702-5017

Location

Primary Location

822 G Street

STE 4

Arcata, CA 95521

(707) 702-5017

Additional Location

2830 G Street

STE C4

Eureka, CA 95501

(707) 702-5017
"
Currently accepting children and adolescent clients; email or call me for more information!
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (707) 702-5017
"
Currently accepting children and adolescent clients; email or call me for more information!
Photo of Sophia 'fia' Effa, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Sophia 'fia' Effa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (707) 702-5017