Therapy For Cycle Breakers.
Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, and grounded in what is important to you. It’s a space for cycle breakers—those ready to examine what they’ve inherited and choose what they want to carry forward.
ONLINE THERAPY THAT HONORS YOUR ROOTS
Being a cycle breaker means you’re doing the work your family didn’t have the tools, time, or permission to do. It’s the choice to face inherited patterns—emotional silence, shame around mental health, constant self-sacrifice—and begin creating space for your own healing.
As a bilingual, bicultural therapist, I blend lived experience with professional knowledge to support a diverse range of individuals who carry both the strengths and the unspoken pressures of their upbringing. I believe there’s a powerful generational thread that shapes how we navigate challenges. Therapy is where we begin to loosen what no longer fits and strengthen what helps us grow.
The Values behind Creating Space Therapy
Connection
Empowerment
Dedicated to reducing stigma in communities of color, I believe seeking support is a strength and encourage open
dialogue about mental health.
Creativity
About Sonia Castro-Castillo
LPC, ATR
Growing up, you could find me in the self-help aisle of my local library, holding some version of Chicken Soup for the Soul. I was drawn to the storytelling and kept returning for the emotional portrayal of different life experiences—many of which I had never encountered before. As a child of immigrants, conversations about feelings were rare in my household, and that absence sparked a deep curiosity to better understand myself and others. In high school, I enrolled in AP Psychology to explore the inherited and learned factors that shape our experiences in the world. That curiosity eventually led me to pursue a career in the mental health field. Now, as a licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist, I can say that my curiosity has been fulfilled in many ways. I also recognize that curiosity is a lifelong practice—one I continue to approach with the same wonder and commitment I had as a child.
Education
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Online Therapy for Virginia Residents
Our online therapy sessions provide a convenient, secure, and effective way for individuals to access mental health care from the comfort of their own homes. Whether you have a sense that something is off or have a specific issue in mind, Creating Space Therapy is here for you. This service ensures that no matter where you are in Virginia, quality mental health support is a click away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Currently, our telehealth services are available exclusively to residents of Virginia. This ensures we adhere to state regulations for providing mental health services.
Art therapy is a mental health profession that utilizes the creative process of making art within a therapeutic relationship to support individuals of all ages in expressing themselves beyond words.
Yes, research shows that telehealth therapy can be as effective as in-person sessions for many people. It offers flexibility, convenience, and privacy, while maintaining the quality of the therapeutic experience.
In your first session, you’ll discuss your concerns and goals with the therapist. It’s an opportunity for both of you to get to know each other and develop a plan for your therapy journey.
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our therapy services. All sessions are private, and information is only shared with your consent or as required by law.
Kind Words About us
“As a bilingual clinician, Sonia’s compassion and culturally sensitive approach, particularly with immigrant families, ensures all her clients feel valued and understood in their therapeutic journey.”
Vanessa Quiroz
Reston, VA
“I highly recommend Sonia for extraordinary, compassionate care. She offers highly skilled online therapy for young adults, children of immigrants, and Latinos, blending skill with a fresh, insightful perspective.”
Dr. Amy Lynch
Arlington, VA
“We’ve been consistently impressed with [Sonia’s] professionalism and dedication to quality care. [Her] commitment to quality care, ethical practices, and effective communication makes them an ideal partner.”