Sophia Alapati

Sophia Alapati, a licensed clinical professional counselor, is dedicated to helping clients overcome feelings of anxiety and shame. Her clients often seek her expertise to build confidence, foster self-compassion, and enhance their overall functioning. Through her compassionate guidance, individuals gain a toolbox of strategies to address their urges and behaviors, leading to a deeper understanding of their emotions and actions. With a primary focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sophia emphasizes exposure and response prevention techniques effective in treating panic disorder, OCD, and various anxiety disorders. Her clinical interests encompass hair pulling disorder, skin picking disorder, other body-focused repetitive behaviors, and LGBTQIA+ issues. Sophia also enjoys collaborating with writers and fellow therapists to broaden her understanding and application of therapeutic practices. With extensive involvement in the TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, she has witnessed how BFRBs, anxiety, and OCD can induce profound shame and isolation. Sophia firmly believes that those who struggle with these conditions are not alone and that there are effective treatment options available to them.