Sofia Makarenko
Hello, my name is Sofia and I am an LCSW with 10+ years of experience working with adults and adolescents focusing on anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues. I specialize in motivational interviewing where I focus on as asking open-ended questions, provide affirmation and empathy to you.
I specialize in motivational interviewing where I focus on as asking open-ended questions, provide affirmation and empathy to you.
I will also summarize your thoughts and feelings to make sure there is understanding on my part of where you are in your journey and provide my warm guidance to continue on your healing path.
First session
Our first session, we will focus on establishing an empathic and compassionate relationship based on mutual understanding and respect while exploring the concerns we will be working on together to move towards developing positive growth.
Strengths
I am empathic and a great listener. I am easy going and my goal is to make sure my clients feel safe and comfortable as much as possible even during tough conversations.
Ideal clients
My goal is to provide a safe and positive environment for my clients to explore their feelings, coping skills, and overall guidance towards positive change and growth.
Treatment methods
Motivational Interviewing
I take pride in letting the clients to focus on self-reflection and motivate/ help clients to increase their motivation for change. My goal is to listen with empathy and empower my clients.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- New JerseyLicense 44SC05698700