Welcome to Heart Share Circles

I don’t know about you, but I love having real conversations… the kind where people show up honestly, listen with care, and talk about things that are deeper than surface-level… things that actually matter.

That’s how Heart Share Circles were born.

A Heart Share Circle is a group of people coming together to share and connect in a genuine, real way. Each week, we meet for 75 minutes in a safe, supportive space where we’re invited to show up as we are, open up, and talk about what really matters in our lives.

The intention is simple: to build meaningful connections and to support one another with compassion as we grow in self-awareness, authenticity, and true well-being.

You bring your heart. We’ll hold it with care.

What our mental and emotional well-being needs is more connection, more honesty, more care, and more unfiltered, unashamed conversation.

Why Heart Share Circles? (edit this photo onto screen or collage)

In a world that often feels fast and disconnected, Heart Share Circles offer a space to slow down and truly connect — with yourself and with others.

This is a place where we gather to share, listen, and grow without judgment… to speak honestly instead of trying to say the “right” thing… to be who we are without needing to impress or explain.

There’s no pressure to share more than you want to, and no advice-giving unless it’s asked for. Just real people, meeting each other with presence and respect.

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What You Might Experience

  • We all carry a longing to feel seen, heard, and understood. In Heart Share Circles, you’re welcomed just as you are into a space where your voice matters and your experience belongs. Over time, strangers often become trusted friends.

  • At the heart of our gatherings is a commitment to authenticity. No small talk here. We focus on sharing life’s ups and downs with honesty and vulnerability… and this allows deeper connection to form naturally.

  • Listening to others and being listened to in return often brings surprising clarity. As we explore topics like relationships, career, family, and the ebbs and flows of life, you may begin to notice your patterns, feelings, or needs more clearly.

  • Sharing your inner world in a supportive, judgment-free space can be deeply regulating and healing. Many people leave feeling lighter, more grounded, and less alone.

How the Circles Work

Heart Share Circles meet weekly and I personally guide each gathering to help create a space that feels safe, respectful, and emotionally attuned.

Before joining, you’ll complete a brief interest form and we’ll have a short, relaxed connection call to make sure the circle feels like a good fit and to answer any questions.

Participation is offered on a monthly basis and is $99/month.

Ready to Begin?

If something in you feels drawn to this space, I’d love to connect. Start by sharing a little about yourself — it takes just 5 minutes.

In Their Words

  • "At the beginning of my session with Dr Sophia, I felt a bit nervous because I had never done this type of therapy before. I also felt hopeful that, with her expertise, healing might be possible.

    Our time together more than met my expectations. Even after just one session, I experienced real comfort around some long-time hurts and saw the potential for genuine healing and happiness through this work.

    Dr. Sophia herself overflows with compassion and kindness. She puts you at ease and demonstrates authentic care with a complete absence of any judgment."

    — Name

  • "Before I started working with Sophia, I was in a difficult place mentally and dealing with several health issues. I knew I wanted things to change, but I lacked the support, accountability, and guidance to make that healing happen. In Sophia, I found a kind, resourceful, and exceptional listener. She offered unconditional support and deep understanding, no matter what I brought into our sessions. Through her guidance, I learned to embrace all of my emotional experiences and welcome every part of myself – a transformative and invaluable skill I continue to use as I grow."

    —Noon M., Bangkok, Thailand

  • "What brought me to Dr. Sophia was finding myself stuck in several important relationships, even after years of reading self-help literature and seeking advice from other sources. What I found with her was someone who deeply listened, acknowledged my concerns and helped me recognize roadblocks. Through IFS techniques, I began to explore the roots of my feelings and behaviors. During that process, I grew to know myself better, appreciate my strengths, and gain tools to work on weaknesses. I then felt ready to take the next step forward in healing my relationship with myself and others. Dr. Sophia is a compassionate, knowledgeable, and caring psychologist who has a gift for helping people find peace and happiness in their lives."

    —Rochelle W., Idaho

  • "When I came to Dr Sophia, I was stuck in cycles of emotion that I couldn’t understand, that felt uncontrollable, and that were impacting my happiness and ability to be present in my relationship. She helped me identify feelings, give space to them, recognize my negative thought loops, learn what my needs and boundaries were, and communicate them with more ease and acceptance. With each passing session, I went from feeling a lot of repressed anger, pain, and confusion to being able to interrupt painful thought patterns. I look forward to continuing this work, and have referred Dr Sophia to numerous friends."

    —Jana C., California

  • "Sophia knows exactly when to listen and when to guide. She has this incredible gift- being able to sit with you, gently and compassionately, while also offering wisdom that feels spot-on. She helped me name what I was feeling, understand where it was coming from, and respond in a way that finally felt empowering."

    —Jennifer D., Illinois

  • "Dr. Sophia exudes warmth, compassion, and unconditional love. She’s a special woman. You can feel how much she truly cares, and she holds space with such insight and grace. I felt seen and supported every step of the way."

    — Randie M., California

  • "Dr. Sophia is the only person I can laugh with right after crying."

    — Ron A., Idaho

What Participants Say

  • "Sophia’s facilitation of the Heart Share Circles is truly exceptional. She creates a space that is nurturing and safe, vulnerable and authentic. Her warmth and open-hearted approach make it easy to connect soul-to-soul. Each session leaves me feeling renewed and supported in ways that are truly transformative. I highly recommend the Heart Share Circles for anyone seeking a space of healing and connection, and place to come as you are."

    — Laura M.

  • "Heart Share Circles are inviting in a way that feels rare in today’s world. Freedom of thought and authenticity aren’t just tolerated; they are genuinely encouraged. It quickly became a space where we could name uncertainties or fears about our careers, our futures, and ourselves without embarrassment. Sophia’s weekly “Heart Seat” approach allows us to work through those moments by listening generously — to others and to ourselves. What surprised me most was how quickly the experience translated outward. It changed how I show up in my work and in life connections. I’m more open, more deliberate, and less defensive. I brought that mindset back into my work in healthcare and now lead my team with renewed focus. When people are met with shared humanity, something shifts. We don’t just feel better; we become better."

    — Chris T.

  • "Joining a Heart Share Circle during the height of pandemic burnout was originally an act of survival, but it quickly became the most transformative 75 minutes of my week. Over five years, it became a space where honesty and self-compassion were practiced in real time. We spoke openly about things that are often hard to admit, like imposter syndrome, the realities of marriage and parenting, and the challenges of caring for aging parents. It wasn't just venting... it was a place to be honest about the stuff we usually hide. What I discovered was that being real and honest wasn’t just something that happened in the group. It slowly became a way of living that I carried into my work and relationships. Even on the days I didn’t feel like logging onto Zoom, I always left feeling lighter, more grounded, and deeply seen. It’s rare to find a space that reminds you, week after week, that you are already enough."

    — Sarah L.

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