Your Mental Wellness Matters

Counseling Services Offered

I use an eclectic style of therapeutic techniques and theories in my counseling - including EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Spirituality Counseling, and other evidence-based treatment methods. I also offer services geared towards women dealing with Postpartum, Prenatal, and Pregnancy issues.

About Me

Transforming Mental Health with Care and Purpose

I’m Sophia Penafiel, and I’m right here to make a meaningful difference in mental health within our community. My approach centers on leveraging each client’s unique strengths and personal goals to design effective behavioral therapies and counseling strategies that improve relationships, enhance emotional well-being, and support overall life balance.

Years of Experience in
This Field

Healthy Mind Counseling Center

Healthy Mind Counseling is a safe space for young people to be heard, validated, and uplifted. I believe there is no higher calling than to support those in need who are struggling. Young people in particular are often overlooked by "adults," who have become so jaded by their own suffering that they dismiss the traumas and tribulations that today we understand should never be ignored.

Your problems and suffering are real, and you deserve to be heard. That is what I am here for, so that you don't have to face them alone.

✓Safe & confidential environment for healing

✓Specialized support for young adults & women

✓LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy

✓Expert care for depression, anxiety & trauma

I treat young adults, women and LGBTQIA+ struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma