Sophia ("Sophie") Hansen MS, MA, HWC, AMFT

I come from a family of helpers—veterans since WWII and law enforcement officers—who instilled in me a deep calling to serve others. Growing up surrounded by their stories of courage and discipline gave me an intimate understanding of the challenges faced by those in military, combat, and legal fields. I’ve always believed that relationships are the heartbeat of our lives, and helping people find harmony in their connections is my passion, knowing how deeply we thrive as relational beings. My own journey through multiple surgeries since childhood, supporting loved ones through serious diagnoses, and living with chronic illness has shaped my empathy and insight, especially when it comes to the emotional toll of navigating the medical system.

Working as a psychotherapist with teens in the Los Angeles Unified School District was a transformative chapter for me. I’ve walked alongside young people facing teen pregnancy, social and academic anxiety, bullying, family struggles, and more, meeting them with compassion and practical tools to move forward. My trauma-informed approach also guides my work with veterans and first responders—from the 1960s to today—helping them manage PTSD, anxiety, military trauma, depression, substance abuse, and other challenges with care and understanding. Since 2005, I’ve held space for women grappling with the heartache of infertility, offering support to navigate its emotional and relational weight.

In 2013, I founded the Integrative Wellness Institute in Altadena/Pasadena as a certified holistic life coach, driven by my belief in the power of the mind-body connection. It’s been a privilege to support a diverse community—celebrities, health professionals, first responders, children, families, and those facing chronic illness or trauma—across the U.S. and beyond. 

As a Fuller Theological Seminary graduate, I weave spiritual wellness into my practice, nurturing your mind, body, spirit, and soul with a faith-based heart. When I’m not working, you’ll catch me hiking in nature, laughing with loved ones, or whipping up a batch of cookies in my kitchen—baking is my love language!

Your well-being matters