Sophia kuklaDyer, LMFT

Sophia Kukladyer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, uses she/her pronouns, and is the founder and owner of PDX Therapy Center. Born and raised in Oregon, she obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of San Diego and her Master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy from the University of Oregon.

Sophia has thirteen years of experience providing clinical services in multiple settings, including private practice, schools, and intensive outpatient treatment facilities. Prior to founding the PDX Therapy Center, Sophia founded and served as the Executive Director of the Family Therapy Center of Silicon Valley, where she worked with a diverse range of clients including individuals, couples, and families.

Sophia specializes in working with couples and alternative relationship structures using evidence-based approaches, including Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and the Gottman Method. Sophia believes that every individual has the internal strength and resources to live a more fulfilling life and supports them in cultivating these strengths to reach their goals.