Compassionate & Effective Therapy for Everyone


I understand how difficult it is to find a therapist, create a connection, and get to something that actually works. In my work I try to understand the patterns, deeper meanings, and ways that some of your struggles have developed over your lifetime.
But therapy is much more than just understanding and listening, it's also looking for a way forward. In my work I integrate my research and collaboration that I've done with some of the world's leading experts on therapy. What this means is that I do my best to provide concrete approaches to finding how to move forward, grieve, or identify solutions to what brings you in to therapy.
About me
My experiences and expertise in psychotherapy outcomes and multicultural psychology have allowed me to work in clinical settings and academic settings across the country. From Utah, Minnesota, Arkansas, to New England, I am able to tailor approaches to people from all walks of life and with varying presenting concerns.
Education & Training
PhD in Counseling Psychology
Brigham Young University, Provo UT
2017 (Accredited by the American Psychological Association)
Researched, trained, and/or learned from international experts in multicultural psychology and psychotherapy research. Including experts such as Dr. Michael J. Lambert (BYU), Timothy B. Smith (BYU), and Bruce Wampold (University of Wisconsin-Madison).
Pre-Doctoral Internship
Brown University, Providence RI
2018-2019
Post-Doctoral Experience
Hamm Memorial Psychiatric Institute, St. Paul MN
2016-2017
Workplace Experience
Brown University, Providence RI
Swarthmore College, Swarthmore PA
University of Central Arkansas, Conway AR
Licenses & Certifications
Licensed Psychologist in Rhode Island, Vermont, & New Hampshire
Psypact Licensed (Telehealth Available in 43 states)
National Health Service Psychologist Board Certified
Therapy Projects
Learn more about projects, publications, or ideas that inform my work
Cultural Adaptation
Tailoring therapy to meet everyone's diverse cultural needs effectively.
Telehealth Services
The ideas and research behind the notion that therapy is more effective when it's easy to access.
Academic Contributions
Published works on therapy adaptation and effectiveness in psychology.
Individual Therapy
What makes therapy work and how do we know it's effective?
Therapy with Dr. Soto
Expert individual therapy and telehealth services offered.
Contact Dr. Soto
asotophd@therapysecure.com
401-859-4049
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