Sophie Darch McEntee, MA, RCC

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and a Register Clinical Counsellor with 16 years of training and clinical experience working with individuals and couples.

Clients come to me with a wide range of life experience usually when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or at a crossroad. My clients are often wanting a deeper sense of self-understanding, more peace, and fulfillment in their lives. I offer compassionate, skilled, and informed assistance to support my clients in exploring core emotional issues, relationship dynamics, and behavioral patterns. My style is warm, attentive, & engaged. My work, life experiences, and rich clinical training greatly inform my work as a psychotherapist. With this as my foundation, you can be assured that I will tailor my approach to suit your specific needs. I am strongly committed to my clients and will accompany and support you as you find your way through what life has brought you.

Schooling/Training:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Victoria.
Masters of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies.
Master's degree in Gender Studies with an emphasis in race relations from the University of British Columbia.
Certified Reiki Master.

Professional Affiliations:

*Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC #50551)
*Professionally affiliated with the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
*Registered Clinical Counsellor from the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
*Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
*Clinical Fellow of the British Columbia division of AAMFT

"I worked with Sophie weekly for eight years. I will miss her as she leaves San Francisco for the next chapter in her life. My life has been enriched as the result of working with her in ways I could never satisfactorily describe. Sophie is a special human being. She is a gifted listener who holds a compassionate, non-judgmental space. She is an articulate teacher full of profound wisdom. She welcomed and accepted all parts of me. She has been perhaps the most influential person in my life to date, and I am the man and the partner I am today because of her guidance. Choosing a therapist is a personal decision, and like any intimate relationship, it must be the right fit. But my message to those who will begin their work with Sophie as she arrives in her new city: you are inheriting a blessing.

Thank you, Sophie, for more than I could ever repay."

- BT

"Sophie is an amazing blend of the most important qualities you can find in a therapist: she is warm, honest, smart, extremely intuitive and super fun when the moment calls for it! She offers deep compassion that inspires bravery in the face of life's big challenges. As a colleague, I highly recommend Sophie's work."

- CC

“Sophie is a rare experience of embodied wisdom and skillful practitioner. I have referred both individuals and couples to her practice with exceptional results. She offers a seamless integration of somatic and psycho-dynamic skills.  She is genuine, warm, insightful, and is strikingly empathic.  Her empathy is a gift.  This unique combination makes her qualified for a wide range of clients.”

- ML

“Sophie is a really special therapist. She is intuitive, creative, compassionate, and clear-minded.  Never once did I feel uneasy or unsure about bringing topics to Sophie.  She genuinely cared about me which is something that cannot be feigned. Based on our work together, I highly recommend Sophie to those who are seeking a therapist.”

- PK

"Sophie is an incredibly compassionate, empowering and intuitive therapist.  I really appreciate the depth of her work and her ability to see and understand me in ways I haven't been able.  I also feel very comfortable and relaxed when I walk into her office.  I would highly recommend Sophie!!!"

- SV

"Sophie has helped me over the years develop a better understanding of who I am, what I really need, and how to develop the skills to go for it!
I would say the main thing that Sophie offers is a quality of presence that is genuinely interested and deeply compassionate. And she tracks everything! It amazes me how completely she is paying attention. She is a very skilled and helpful therapist. Thank you Sophie!"

- JM

“I immediately felt comfortable talking with Sophie.  She really put me at ease and made me feel safe right off the bat.  I have never met a more compassionate or empathic therapist.  Sophie really treats you with integrity and the utmost respect.  I never felt that I had to censor myself at all.”

- TG

"Sophie is an exceptionally present, insightful, and caring therapist. I have learned so much from her in the time I have known her. In a really unassuming and warm way, she brings so much wisdom and clarity to her work. You can tell she both draws from her beliefs and from her own personal experience. I would refer other people to her without reservation."

- RS

“I would recommend Sophie to anyone looking for a skilled, seasoned, deeply compassionate, caring and professional therapist. She is insightful and thoughtful and also has a great sense of humor. Highly recommend!”

- MD