Meet Sonia Torres, LCSW, LAC
I’m Sonia, founder of Elevate, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. I provide therapy in English and Spanish for adolescents and adults throughout Colorado.
I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting Latino communities, immigrants, and first-generation individuals as they navigate identity, cultural expectations, and belonging.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your story. Together, we’ll explore what matters to you, recognize your strengths, and find ways forward that feel right for your life. Your culture, relationships, and lived experiences are welcome here.
I earned my Master of Social Work with a concentration in Family Systems and a certificate in Animal-Assisted Therapy from the University of Denver. My background spans community mental health, schools, primary care, and residential treatment. I am also a Registered Kundalini Yoga Teacher with 200 hours of training.
These experiences shape how I understand healing: as a process that involves the mind and body, our relationships, and the communities we belong to.
Therapeutic Approach
My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I offer a space where you can explore your experiences without judgment and at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Together, we’ll explore how your past, relationships, and cultural experiences shape your life today. We’ll work to understand patterns, process painful experiences, and build practical skills that help you feel more connected to yourself and others.
I tailor therapy to your needs, drawing from EMDR, Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and attachment-based approaches. We’ll discuss these options together and choose an approach that fits your goals.
When helpful, I also incorporate mindfulness, breathwork, body awareness, meditation, or AcuDetox. These practices can complement our conversations by helping you notice physical responses to stress and explore ways to feel more grounded.
Throughout our work, your voice and choices matter. My goal is to support you in understanding yourself, trusting your strengths, and navigating life with greater confidence.
