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Sophisticated Matchmaking is the ONLY boutique high-end matchmaking company in the Northwest providing elite, ultra-exclusive personalized matchmaking, dating and relationship coaching services with upscale introductions to relationship-committed people.
 
Sophisticated Matchmaking is the ONLY boutique high-end matchmaking company in the Northwest providing elite, ultra-exclusive personalized matchmaking, dating and relationship coaching services with upscale introductions to relationship-committed people.
 
 

As a professionally certified traditional matchmaker, Sophia integrates massive amounts of personal attention, a healthy dose of intuition, specialized techniques and a unique, custom-tailored approach to identify, filter and qualify potential matches.  Her services also include background investigations and screening, targeted and discreet recruiting and scouting to find the best possible partners for long-term relationships.

 

A letter from CEO and Founder:

       

         Are you ready for love? Are you looking for your soul mate? Are you attractive, smart and successful? And are you single? 

If you answered ‘yes’ to all these questions – Sophisticated Matchmaking can help you find the love of your life and make it easy and stress-free.

We are not an online dating service – we are traditional matchmakers who will bring you the matches that live up to your standards and fit your lifestyle.

We offer our clients a unique "3 step" approach. We will help you evaluate your past relationships and identify your particular patterns. At the same time, we help you refresh your current appearance and image and inspire you and all of your senses to enjoy a new happier life. And finally, we help you set personal relationship goals for a more rewarding future by creating a Love Development Plan.

 

                                                                             Don’t wait for the future to knock on your door –

       

    Sophia McDonald                                                           Pursue Love Deliberately!

   CEO and Founder

   Sophisticated Matchmaking, Inc

   Direct:  (206) 683-0089    

   Contact me

 

             

 

 

                    

To receive our latest announcements and invitations to our private parties and events

 

 

As a professionally certified traditional matchmaker, Sophia integrates massive amounts of personal attention, a healthy dose of intuition, specialized techniques and a unique, custom-tailored approach to identify, filter and qualify potential matches.  Her services also include background investigations and screening, targeted and discreet recruiting and scouting to find the best possible partners for long-term relationships.

 

A letter from CEO and Founder:

       

         Are you ready for love? Are you looking for your soul mate? Are you attractive, smart and successful? And are you single? 

If you answered ‘yes’ to all these questions – Sophisticated Matchmaking can help you find the love of your life and make it easy and stress-free.

We are not an online dating service – we are traditional matchmakers who will bring you the matches that live up to your standards and fit your lifestyle.

We offer our clients a unique "3 step" approach. We will help you evaluate your past relationships and identify your particular patterns. At the same time, we help you refresh your current appearance and image and inspire you and all of your senses to enjoy a new happier life. And finally, we help you set personal relationship goals for a more rewarding future by creating a Love Development Plan.

 

                                                                             Don’t wait for the future to knock on your door –

       

    Sophia McDonald                                                           Pursue Love Deliberately!

   CEO and Founder

   Sophisticated Matchmaking, Inc

   Direct:  (206) 683-0089    

   Contact me

 

             

 

 

                    

To receive our latest announcements and invitations to our private parties and events

 

 

OUR SPECIAL OFFER

 "DATE A LA CART"

A NEW SERVICE “Date a La Cart": which will allow you to take advantage of the best our company has to offer without signing up for a long term contract. No more annual contracts - You only pay per introduction one at a time.

HOW IT WORKS: In order to be prequalified for this service you must have a private interview with a matchmaker who will analyze your needs and desires, carefully evaluate your family background and the history of your past relationships to identify your patterns of behavior. The matchmaker will assess your core personality characteristics and discuss your values and goals to clarify your important emotional and interpersonal needs and desires in order to find your true match. The matchmaker will also learn about your physical appeal and other private personal preferences to define what will be that unique chemistry that leads to a strong lasting relationship.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST: This is the most requested and also most economical package we offer our clients. Please CONTACT us to request more information about this service.

OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE AND CUSTOM-TAILORED: Our search is NOT based on aggressive marketing schemes, computer matching, video databases, or on-line tests. We recognize that all clients are unique and we use a unique strategy for each individual client when searching for their ideal life partner. We create an action plan of custom-networking, advertising, personal connections, and community outreach. We invest time getting to know you and your potential matches, thereby providing you with the most accurate results.

PSYCHOLOGICAL COMPATIBILITY: Our commitment to finding your perfect match is based on your lifestyle, life goals, personal values and psychological compatibility. We DO NOT find matches based on common interests and hobbies. We believe the relationship is all about how two romantic partners act in life’s prickly situations. It's their ability to create a good "fit", even when their connection doesn't seem seamless, smooth and natural. We encourage our clients to focus less on physical criteria or common interests and more on a potential romantic partner's "relationship skills" or "emotional intelligence".

 

 "DATE A LA CART"

A NEW SERVICE “Date a La Cart": which will allow you to take advantage of the best our company has to offer without signing up for a long term contract. No more annual contracts - You only pay per introduction one at a time.

HOW IT WORKS: In order to be prequalified for this service you must have a private interview with a matchmaker who will analyze your needs and desires, carefully evaluate your family background and the history of your past relationships to identify your patterns of behavior. The matchmaker will assess your core personality characteristics and discuss your values and goals to clarify your important emotional and interpersonal needs and desires in order to find your true match. The matchmaker will also learn about your physical appeal and other private personal preferences to define what will be that unique chemistry that leads to a strong lasting relationship.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST: This is the most requested and also most economical package we offer our clients. Please CONTACT us to request more information about this service.

OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE AND CUSTOM-TAILORED: Our search is NOT based on aggressive marketing schemes, computer matching, video databases, or on-line tests. We recognize that all clients are unique and we use a unique strategy for each individual client when searching for their ideal life partner. We create an action plan of custom-networking, advertising, personal connections, and community outreach. We invest time getting to know you and your potential matches, thereby providing you with the most accurate results.

PSYCHOLOGICAL COMPATIBILITY: Our commitment to finding your perfect match is based on your lifestyle, life goals, personal values and psychological compatibility. We DO NOT find matches based on common interests and hobbies. We believe the relationship is all about how two romantic partners act in life’s prickly situations. It's their ability to create a good "fit", even when their connection doesn't seem seamless, smooth and natural. We encourage our clients to focus less on physical criteria or common interests and more on a potential romantic partner's "relationship skills" or "emotional intelligence".

 

KISS and TELL with Sophia McDonald

"KISS and TELL" with SOPHIA MCDONALD: "HOW TO DATE ON FACEBOOK"

Need a date? Match.com is out. The secret of finding LOVE on FACEBOOK!!!
 
WHEN: March 18th, 2010
Thursday 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: BASIL'S HILTON BELLEVUE
300 112th Avenue SE
Bellevue, WA 98004
COST: $10.00
 

 
 
 
 
 

 

Need a date? Match.com is out. Facebook & the other social networks are the new way to meet people online. But it's not quite as simple as posting a profile and waiting for messages to arrive. It takes a little bit of thought and strategy, and you can meet lots of great people.

 

If you're on Facebook, you can search through millions of profiles to find someone who strikes your fancy. Just like in the real world, there is a certain amount of skills you will need to catch someone's interest. Facebook has a variety of ways to find dating partners. Some are through Facebook's native feature set. Others are enabled by Facebook's many Pages and Applications.

 

If you are scouting for members of the opposite sex, Facebook is a great place to look. Whether you just want a casual date or are looking for a life partner, plenty of options are available for you to browse through. Facebook is different than online dating sites, because not everyone is looking for romance. This eliminates some of the pressure, because there are no implied expectations when you begin a conversation. Of course, dating on Facebook requires the same level of prowess as dating in the real world -- you just get to go about it at a different pace.

 

Come and join us at our upcoming KISS and TELL and learn How to Date on Facebook, Secrets of Creating an Enticing Profile, Tips for Successful Search for Prospects, Best Ideas for Initiating a First Contact and Strategies of How to “Move Forward” to a “Happy Ending”.

 

Well, Facebook has been phenomenal in bringing hearts closer. The social site has opened up new ways of meeting people and chatting online. If you are on Facebook and still without a date, its high-time to update your account! Please come and learn how to find love and happiness with just a one click of a mouse without leaving your house!

 

"KISS and TELL" with SOPHIA MCDONALD: "HOW TO DATE ON FACEBOOK"

Need a date? Match.com is out. The secret of finding LOVE on FACEBOOK!!!
 
WHEN: March 18th, 2010
Thursday 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: BASIL'S HILTON BELLEVUE
300 112th Avenue SE
Bellevue, WA 98004
COST: $10.00
 

 
 
 
 
 

 

Need a date? Match.com is out. Facebook & the other social networks are the new way to meet people online. But it's not quite as simple as posting a profile and waiting for messages to arrive. It takes a little bit of thought and strategy, and you can meet lots of great people.

 

If you're on Facebook, you can search through millions of profiles to find someone who strikes your fancy. Just like in the real world, there is a certain amount of skills you will need to catch someone's interest. Facebook has a variety of ways to find dating partners. Some are through Facebook's native feature set. Others are enabled by Facebook's many Pages and Applications.

 

If you are scouting for members of the opposite sex, Facebook is a great place to look. Whether you just want a casual date or are looking for a life partner, plenty of options are available for you to browse through. Facebook is different than online dating sites, because not everyone is looking for romance. This eliminates some of the pressure, because there are no implied expectations when you begin a conversation. Of course, dating on Facebook requires the same level of prowess as dating in the real world -- you just get to go about it at a different pace.

 

Come and join us at our upcoming KISS and TELL and learn How to Date on Facebook, Secrets of Creating an Enticing Profile, Tips for Successful Search for Prospects, Best Ideas for Initiating a First Contact and Strategies of How to “Move Forward” to a “Happy Ending”.

 

Well, Facebook has been phenomenal in bringing hearts closer. The social site has opened up new ways of meeting people and chatting online. If you are on Facebook and still without a date, its high-time to update your account! Please come and learn how to find love and happiness with just a one click of a mouse without leaving your house!

 

Spiritual Living Group

SPIRITUAL LIVING GROUP: "THE LAW OF DETACHMENT"

WHEN: March 31th, 2010
WEDNESDAY: 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: MERCER ISLAND LIBRARY
4400 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
 
"In detachment lies the wisdom of uncertainty...
In the wisdom of uncertainty lies the freedom
From our past, from the known,
Which is the prison of past conditioning?

And in our willingness to step into the unknown,
The field of all possibilities,
We surrender ourselves to the creative mind
That orchestrates the dance of the universe..."
~ Deepak Chopra
 
Click HERE to learn more

 

SPIRITUAL LIVING GROUP: "THE LAW OF DETACHMENT"

WHEN: March 31th, 2010
WEDNESDAY: 6:30pm-8:30pm
WHERE: MERCER ISLAND LIBRARY
4400 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
 
"In detachment lies the wisdom of uncertainty...
In the wisdom of uncertainty lies the freedom
From our past, from the known,
Which is the prison of past conditioning?

And in our willingness to step into the unknown,
The field of all possibilities,
We surrender ourselves to the creative mind
That orchestrates the dance of the universe..."
~ Deepak Chopra
 
Click HERE to learn more

 

PRESS ABOUT US

 Business Sportlight / January, 2010

 

My Way...

"Recruter for LOVE"

Sophia McDonald, Matchmaker

 

 

 

 

 

SeattlePi.com / JULY, 2009

So, where do you find love?... Where?... Well, my friend Sophia McDonald has got some great ideas and events up her-ever-so-lovely sleave! Yes, she owns "Sophisticated Matchmaking" and is going to throw some hot singles parties this year. Even though I fashion myself to be somewhat of a matchmaker (well... I was responsible for getting my two old friends Trisha Nerney & Mel Mandville together at my Seahawks party I had a few years ago.... and they've thanked me many times in the past, and are still together). I've also gotten together many other friends and it's fun, although, when the time is right for two people, there's usually not to much you can do to stop the kismit! But Sophie, now this gorgeous gal is the real pro when it comes to hooking people up - she's the true "Sophisticated Matchmaker"!.. -- Posted by Lisa Hilderbrand at July 12, 2009 10:21 a.m.

SEATTLE BUSINESS MONTHLY / JULY, 2008  

 “The extensive interview helps McDonald uncover information that allows her to match clients according to their character and prior relationships, rather than interests or hobbies. McDonald also performs an “emotional tune-up,” in which she helps clients analyze past relationships and decide what they want in a mate. She then scours her sources, including a 3,000-person database, to find a match...”
 
 

 Business Sportlight / January, 2010

 

My Way...

"Recruter for LOVE"

Sophia McDonald, Matchmaker

 

 

 

 

 

SeattlePi.com / JULY, 2009

So, where do you find love?... Where?... Well, my friend Sophia McDonald has got some great ideas and events up her-ever-so-lovely sleave! Yes, she owns "Sophisticated Matchmaking" and is going to throw some hot singles parties this year. Even though I fashion myself to be somewhat of a matchmaker (well... I was responsible for getting my two old friends Trisha Nerney & Mel Mandville together at my Seahawks party I had a few years ago.... and they've thanked me many times in the past, and are still together). I've also gotten together many other friends and it's fun, although, when the time is right for two people, there's usually not to much you can do to stop the kismit! But Sophie, now this gorgeous gal is the real pro when it comes to hooking people up - she's the true "Sophisticated Matchmaker"!.. -- Posted by Lisa Hilderbrand at July 12, 2009 10:21 a.m.

SEATTLE BUSINESS MONTHLY / JULY, 2008  

 “The extensive interview helps McDonald uncover information that allows her to match clients according to their character and prior relationships, rather than interests or hobbies. McDonald also performs an “emotional tune-up,” in which she helps clients analyze past relationships and decide what they want in a mate. She then scours her sources, including a 3,000-person database, to find a match...”
 
 
GET RELATIONSHIP ADVICE OVER THE PHONE

 NEW!!! RELATIONSHIP ADVICE HOTLINE 

How To Move On With Your Life?

Go From Being Stuck To Being Loved  

 

Are you confused about your relationship? Your partner's behavior? Yourself? Don't know what to do? Don't know how to respond? Don't know how to handle it?  

 

Get Relationship Advice over the phone during a one-on-one coaching session. Ask your own question or pick a question from our list and get your answers 

 

Click HERE to learn more and to get started

 

COST: $99 per one hour

 NEW!!! RELATIONSHIP ADVICE HOTLINE 

How To Move On With Your Life?

Go From Being Stuck To Being Loved  

 

Are you confused about your relationship? Your partner's behavior? Yourself? Don't know what to do? Don't know how to respond? Don't know how to handle it?  

 

Get Relationship Advice over the phone during a one-on-one coaching session. Ask your own question or pick a question from our list and get your answers 

 

Click HERE to learn more and to get started

 

COST: $99 per one hour

LOVE SALON - CHAMPAGNE AND STRAWBERRIES PARTY

 "LOVE SALON" - CHAMPAGNE AND STRAWBERRIES PARTY

 
WHEN: April 7th, 2010
Thursday 6:00pm-9:00pm
WHERE: Location for “LOVE SALON” will be given when you set up your appointment slot
COST: $ 55 if you buy tickets on-line and $65.00 at the door
 


You will have opportunity not only to mingle, meet each other, but most importantly to meet the Matchmaker, Sophia McDonald. This will give you a chance to introduce yourself and ask all kind of questions you might have about love, relationships in a group discussion, as well as asking Sophia one-on-one any of questions regarding your personal situation and about the matchmaking process and potential matches for you.

We will discuss:
• How to attract great partner and keep them "hooked" the right way.
• What truly gives opposite sex the WOW factor, and how to exude it effortlessly.
• How to be unforgettable and intoxicating.
• How to have "boundaries" and exude sex appeal at the same time.
• How to have men respect you and ALSO want to be with you.
• How to communicate with the opposite sex what you are looking for from the start.
• Tools that will leave you empowered and them begging for more.
MANY more tips and trade secrets that will inspire and empower you to have what you want in love, EASILY. Get ready for a whole new love life!

This event is also a Casting, which will help Sophia find potential matches for her current clients among the men and women attending the event. If you are considered to be a match, you will be offered a short interview, followed by a free introduction to a client who might be your potential match.

Please come and join us. The Location for “LOVE SALON” will be given when you set up your appointment slot. You MUST register in our database on-line (that’s FREE) and provide your username in order to register for this event! Click
HERE to register and to create your confidential profile for free.

Spread the word to all of your single friends! Not only you will have a great time but might find love – there are no limits to Serendipity! Just let LOVE into your life!

 "LOVE SALON" - CHAMPAGNE AND STRAWBERRIES PARTY

 
WHEN: April 7th, 2010
Thursday 6:00pm-9:00pm
WHERE: Location for “LOVE SALON” will be given when you set up your appointment slot
COST: $ 55 if you buy tickets on-line and $65.00 at the door
 


You will have opportunity not only to mingle, meet each other, but most importantly to meet the Matchmaker, Sophia McDonald. This will give you a chance to introduce yourself and ask all kind of questions you might have about love, relationships in a group discussion, as well as asking Sophia one-on-one any of questions regarding your personal situation and about the matchmaking process and potential matches for you.

We will discuss:
• How to attract great partner and keep them "hooked" the right way.
• What truly gives opposite sex the WOW factor, and how to exude it effortlessly.
• How to be unforgettable and intoxicating.
• How to have "boundaries" and exude sex appeal at the same time.
• How to have men respect you and ALSO want to be with you.
• How to communicate with the opposite sex what you are looking for from the start.
• Tools that will leave you empowered and them begging for more.
MANY more tips and trade secrets that will inspire and empower you to have what you want in love, EASILY. Get ready for a whole new love life!

This event is also a Casting, which will help Sophia find potential matches for her current clients among the men and women attending the event. If you are considered to be a match, you will be offered a short interview, followed by a free introduction to a client who might be your potential match.

Please come and join us. The Location for “LOVE SALON” will be given when you set up your appointment slot. You MUST register in our database on-line (that’s FREE) and provide your username in order to register for this event! Click
HERE to register and to create your confidential profile for free.

Spread the word to all of your single friends! Not only you will have a great time but might find love – there are no limits to Serendipity! Just let LOVE into your life!
GET A SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR YOUR PHOTO SESSION

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$100 OFF YOUR PHOTO SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

Do you want to get better result with online dating? Then be ready to update your head and body shots!

 

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $100 for a photo shoot to update your online profile with new head and body shots! A discount of $100 off the sitting fee is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your sitting.

Ø    $195 for the session

Ø    3 different clothing looks

Ø    3 un-copyrighted files of your choice

 

Photos come in both large and small file size. Any touch-up is an additional fee. The session can take 90 minutes or more so schedule accordingly.

 

Contact information for the photographer: 

Studio Vogue, Inc.

Mary Lienhard

Direct:  206.550.4065 / email: studiovogue@earthlink.net

Bellevue, WA 98005-1924

Creative Professional Photography for over 25 years

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$100 OFF YOUR PHOTO SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

Do you want to get better result with online dating? Then be ready to update your head and body shots!

 

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $100 for a photo shoot to update your online profile with new head and body shots! A discount of $100 off the sitting fee is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your sitting.

Ø    $195 for the session

Ø    3 different clothing looks

Ø    3 un-copyrighted files of your choice

 

Photos come in both large and small file size. Any touch-up is an additional fee. The session can take 90 minutes or more so schedule accordingly.

 

Contact information for the photographer: 

Studio Vogue, Inc.

Mary Lienhard

Direct:  206.550.4065 / email: studiovogue@earthlink.net

Bellevue, WA 98005-1924

Creative Professional Photography for over 25 years

A GIFT FOR YOU FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$50 OFF YOUR SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSER

Do you want to get better result with dating? Then be ready to update your look!

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $50 for a Special Occasion Style. A discount is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your appointment. This offer is valid for a 1st time clients only! Regular Prices will apply after 1st visit.

Package is available for additional Services:
Special Occasion Style $125 with referral $75
Designer  Customized Haircut & Style with analyzing your face shape & bone structures $75
Designer Haircut & Colour Services -$175 with referral $125

To schedule an appointment call GALINA PETERSON / Salon Opulence: (206) 409-4521

Suite #202
2046 Westlake Ave N.

Seattle, WA 98109

Landing in Seattle in 1993 Galina graduated from Gene Juarez Beauty Academy and started her journey towards learning and defining her own individual style. Through frequent travels around the world and attending Fashion & Coiffure Shows she continued to push new boundaries in creating new trends and delivering her artistic passion & innovative touch.

"My goal is to constantly learn what is new in the World of Hair & Fashion. I'm an Artist who will always focus on the complete picture. Creating a unique portrait with an individual personality and lifestyle. That is my credo!"

 

SPECIAL GIFT FROM SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING TO YOU
$50 OFF YOUR SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSER

Do you want to get better result with dating? Then be ready to update your look!

All database members and clients of SOPHISTICATED MATCHMAKING are offered a discount $50 for a Special Occasion Style. A discount is offered to everyone who is referred by Sophia McDonald. Be sure to mention the referral when you schedule your appointment. This offer is valid for a 1st time clients only! Regular Prices will apply after 1st visit.

Package is available for additional Services:
Special Occasion Style $125 with referral $75
Designer  Customized Haircut & Style with analyzing your face shape & bone structures $75
Designer Haircut & Colour Services -$175 with referral $125

To schedule an appointment call GALINA PETERSON / Salon Opulence: (206) 409-4521

Suite #202
2046 Westlake Ave N.

Seattle, WA 98109

Landing in Seattle in 1993 Galina graduated from Gene Juarez Beauty Academy and started her journey towards learning and defining her own individual style. Through frequent travels around the world and attending Fashion & Coiffure Shows she continued to push new boundaries in creating new trends and delivering her artistic passion & innovative touch.

"My goal is to constantly learn what is new in the World of Hair & Fashion. I'm an Artist who will always focus on the complete picture. Creating a unique portrait with an individual personality and lifestyle. That is my credo!"

 

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LISTEN TO US LIVE - CLICK HERE TO LISTEN! 11/13/2008 at 10:00 a.m Wow, what a great experience! We’re very pleased with our on-air presence.
Online Dating and the Changing World of Matchmaking

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Today, going online is just another way to find a date. But how do companies like eHarmony and Match.com set people up? Is there a magic formula? How has online dating changed the landscape of old–fashioned matchmaking? Online companies playing Cupid... is a match made in heaven really just a mouse click away?

Best of Western Washington Nominated: Best Matchmaker in Seattle

WHY OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE Everyone has a pattern to their relationships. What we call chemistry is actually hard wired deep in our subconscious. It determines your relationship choices for the rest of your life. Because of it, you crave specific types of people and situations whether they are good for you or not. You will continue to do this unless you do something to change your hard wiring. You cannot change your wiring by reading a book or by attending a seminar. If you could you would already have exactly the kind of relationships you want. Only methods that imprint on the primal level, that extracts your core fears and interrupts your original wiring can change your relationship patterns. That is what I do the best -help people to consider matches which they would never pick on their own to build a lifelong connection. REQUEST MORE INFO or click HERE to learn more

PRIVATE INTERVIEW AND COACHING SESSION (about 2-3 hours): includes a personal assessment to secure appropriate information about your desires and considerations; past history and patterns evaluation; and developing your Personal Love Development Plan. *A fee of $395 applies. LEARN MORE 

LOVE AND DATING COACHING PACKAGES Sign up for our most popular package "100 Days of Greatness". The cost for the program is $1,295 for 6 session of 90 minutes each. Open a door to a happy life full of Love and Happiness! LEARN MORE

NEED A SPEAKER? BOOK SOPHIA FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT! Are you looking for a motivational speaker? A keynote speaker? A one-of-a-kind motivational speaker with insight and humor who brings an entire conference to its feet? With interactive exercises, hilarious anecdotes, and the unique ability to connect with both businesses and singles, you've never seen a public speaker like Sophia McDonald. Sophia entertains, educates, and enlightens audiences of all ages. Click HERE to book Sophia for your next event.

LISTEN TO US LIVE - CLICK HERE TO LISTEN! 11/13/2008 at 10:00 a.m Wow, what a great experience! We’re very pleased with our on-air presence.
Online Dating and the Changing World of Matchmaking

MP3 MP3 High / MP3 Low

Today, going online is just another way to find a date. But how do companies like eHarmony and Match.com set people up? Is there a magic formula? How has online dating changed the landscape of old–fashioned matchmaking? Online companies playing Cupid... is a match made in heaven really just a mouse click away?

Best of Western Washington Nominated: Best Matchmaker in Seattle

WHY OUR MATCHMAKING APPROACH IS UNIQUE Everyone has a pattern to their relationships. What we call chemistry is actually hard wired deep in our subconscious. It determines your relationship choices for the rest of your life. Because of it, you crave specific types of people and situations whether they are good for you or not. You will continue to do this unless you do something to change your hard wiring. You cannot change your wiring by reading a book or by attending a seminar. If you could you would already have exactly the kind of relationships you want. Only methods that imprint on the primal level, that extracts your core fears and interrupts your original wiring can change your relationship patterns. That is what I do the best -help people to consider matches which they would never pick on their own to build a lifelong connection. REQUEST MORE INFO or click HERE to learn more

PRIVATE INTERVIEW AND COACHING SESSION (about 2-3 hours): includes a personal assessment to secure appropriate information about your desires and considerations; past history and patterns evaluation; and developing your Personal Love Development Plan. *A fee of $395 applies. LEARN MORE 

LOVE AND DATING COACHING PACKAGES Sign up for our most popular package "100 Days of Greatness". The cost for the program is $1,295 for 6 session of 90 minutes each. Open a door to a happy life full of Love and Happiness! LEARN MORE

NEED A SPEAKER? BOOK SOPHIA FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT! Are you looking for a motivational speaker? A keynote speaker? A one-of-a-kind motivational speaker with insight and humor who brings an entire conference to its feet? With interactive exercises, hilarious anecdotes, and the unique ability to connect with both businesses and singles, you've never seen a public speaker like Sophia McDonald. Sophia entertains, educates, and enlightens audiences of all ages. Click HERE to book Sophia for your next event.

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"Thank you for the introduction you set up for me. Your experience and insight into people is very keen. The match you arraigned was a good one. I have had several dates with your client and there is good chemistry with us. We have a lot in common and have enjoyed each others company. I would be happy to recommend your services to anyone that is looking for a special person in their lives." Male - 60yo, Bellevue/WA - May, 2009

"Sophia's approach is dead-on and transforms all our soggy paradigms from the past into something that WORKS. She is participating powerfully in my transformation; she’s help me become a noticeably more loving and less ego-driven individual. In the end, Sophia’s approach proves that spiritual evolution of self is the only way to attract the mate you're looking for, and she makes it easy. She’s taught me in just a few hours how simple shifts in my self-awareness and attitudes can change everything for the better. Sophia’s experiential and philosophical approach does so much more than convert “lemons” into “lemonade”; she coaxes out our inner beauty. In my case, it was inner beauty I had never before appreciated in myself. Set free, that newfound joy and beauty is spreading like wildfire across every aspect of my life. I’ll never again approach a woman in the same way; I’ll never view my role in any love affair through the same flawed filter I was given in early life. She proves it is possible to teach old dogs new tricks! I have never before praised any service to this whole-hearted extent. But Sophia is simply extraordinary to work with. I have no conflict of interest in saying this; I only hope she can spread her take on love far and wide. She brilliantly synthesizes the most salient aspects of popular self-help and religions concepts from every corner of human experience, and the results are powerful. In fact, this service is much more than a matchmaking business. It’s really life-coaching on steroids, with a very pleasant side-effect. If you’re open to her guidance, it will bring much better matches and much better relationship skills into your life. Sophia helps solve the universal struggle of every human … the elimination of lovelessness and loneliness in our lives. Bravo Sophisticated Matchmaking!" Roger, Mercer Island/WA - October 8th, 2008

"I cannot thank you enough for your time yesterday. I want you to know that our meeting yesterday changed my life. That may sound melodramatic but that makes it no less true. Through our meeting, I was able to identify exactly what I am looking for in a life partner and now feel better equipped to recognize it when I see it. Moreover, I finally embraced my ultimate goal--to be married and to create a family--and no longer feel as though it's something I ought not admit for fear of what others might think. You gave me some tools I can use to stop wasting my time with all the things that do not look like my life partner and stay focused on my goal. In short, I am energized to pursue love deliberately. I must say, our meeting yesterday was time and money well spent. I would have paid ten times the amount to get the same value you provided to me yesterday alone--that is how impactful it was." Female - 35yo, Bellevue/WA - January, 2010

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"I just thought I would take a second to let you know that your personal information activities were the most inspiring I have seen here at FB so far! And I have seen MANY!!! Love and Blessings!!!" September 30, 2009 Female - Orange County, CA

"Sophia, you have given me new inspiration on being single and a new hope! Well you have inspired me a great deal and since I have been reading your posts I believe I myself have made a turn in a better direction! So just another personal thank you for your inspiration! You rock!!I thank you so much!!!" November 28th, 2009 Male - Eugene, OR
 
"My life totally changed in the past month, you have no idea, to the good, to the excellent, and I think your words had some influence in my change, thanks :) I feel so good, I am blessed and happy inside, and it feels great! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving." November 28, 2009 Male – Los Angeles, CA
 
"Sophia McDonald’s approach to matchmaking is like no other. She believes that great relationships start with self awareness and she skillfully guides you through that process. Sophia has keen intuition and very insightful. She is teaching you in a very inspiring way to melt away hidden tendencies and behaviors that sabotage your relationships. What makes it pleasant working with Sophia is that she has a talent for teaching growth and transformation in a spirit of self-discovery and not blame, judgment or self-reproach. After every session with Sophia I feel enlightened and empowered. Sophia’s coaching already affected all aspects of my life. I was able to enhance my relationships with friends, parents, coworkers and even my neighbor without even trying. It’s like a magic ;-) I know I’ll never approach my next romantic relationship in a way I did before. I can‘t wait to discover what’s going to happen next." Tatyana O., Seattle/WA - October 9th, 2008

"You are one of the most accomplished women I have ever met (and I have met a lot of people). What makes you especially amazing is your gracious generous approach to life. I am sincere when I say you will be "famous". The spirit you embrace business into matchmaking makes a ton of sense to people like me who are very driven at work yet traditional in love. I truly thank you for the time you spent with me today. More than that, I thank you for the hard effort you put into making certain that I do my part. Much like a wonderful BIG sister, you sent me a POA (plan of action) which I greatly appreciate. Like faith without legs, talking about doing something means nothing if not followed with action!'  Female - 47yo, Bellevue/WA - December, 2007

"I've always believed that certain people come into your life for a reason, and Sophia was definitely one of those people! I went into our meeting thinking I knew what I wanted and how to get it. After going through my family and persoanl history and reviewing goals with her my eyes were opened in a big way. She helped me re-evaluate my priorities, see patterns of mistakes and helped me put together an action plan. I now have a better sense of who I am, what I'm looking for, and where I want to be. Spending a few hours with her changed my entire outlook on dating". Female - 33yo, Seattle/WA - January, 2008

“While working with Sophia, I did recognize I was in the presence of amazing... Thanks again for being wonderful. You help me believe that there really are truly special women out there...” Male - 53yo, Olympia/WA - June, 2008

"If you have any issues or confusion about love at all, at least one visit to this group could open your mind to realizations and teach you how to be objective toward yourself in future relationships; well, in everything really!" - Gabríel Rey Morales (Aug 22, 2008)
 
"The group in attendance was open and willing to share views and listen to others." - Kelly (Aug 21, 2008)

"Your questions will be answered. The insight of a professional matchmaker brings to light many topic that you can further explore on your own." - Arland (Aug 14, 2008)
 
"It's a different perspective on dating." - Brian (Aug 11, 2008)
 
"Sophia has a lot of passion for what she does. She is a person that I feel that can improve your life just by being around her and listening to her speak." -
Brett (Jul 25, 2008)
 
"Good to come with a open heart, if you want to get better at dating and relationships" - Jacqueline (Jul 24, 2008) 

 

"Dear Sophia, I just want to let you know how grateful I am for you to help me this year. I broke up with my boyfriend in February, determined to find the path I wanted to take and had the personal interview with you. That interview helped me so much. In the last month, I met a wonderful man who is a principal of a school. He is 48 years old, a marathon runner. I know I am a bit older than him, but it does not seem to bother him. We have mutual attraction and admiration of each other, truly want to build the relationship of love and kindness. I have never thought I would find someone like him. People say you find someone when you are least looking, and that's exactly what happened to me. We are already thinking of planning trips for next year. I just want to thank you for all you have done for me this year. I truly believe when you have the right frame of mind, you would attract a person with the same. Happy holidays!" December 18th, 2009, Female, - Bellevue, WA

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR CLIENTS

"Thank you for the introduction you set up for me. Your experience and insight into people is very keen. The match you arraigned was a good one. I have had several dates with your client and there is good chemistry with us. We have a lot in common and have enjoyed each others company. I would be happy to recommend your services to anyone that is looking for a special person in their lives." Male - 60yo, Bellevue/WA - May, 2009

"Sophia's approach is dead-on and transforms all our soggy paradigms from the past into something that WORKS. She is participating powerfully in my transformation; she’s help me become a noticeably more loving and less ego-driven individual. In the end, Sophia’s approach proves that spiritual evolution of self is the only way to attract the mate you're looking for, and she makes it easy. She’s taught me in just a few hours how simple shifts in my self-awareness and attitudes can change everything for the better. Sophia’s experiential and philosophical approach does so much more than convert “lemons” into “lemonade”; she coaxes out our inner beauty. In my case, it was inner beauty I had never before appreciated in myself. Set free, that newfound joy and beauty is spreading like wildfire across every aspect of my life. I’ll never again approach a woman in the same way; I’ll never view my role in any love affair through the same flawed filter I was given in early life. She proves it is possible to teach old dogs new tricks! I have never before praised any service to this whole-hearted extent. But Sophia is simply extraordinary to work with. I have no conflict of interest in saying this; I only hope she can spread her take on love far and wide. She brilliantly synthesizes the most salient aspects of popular self-help and religions concepts from every corner of human experience, and the results are powerful. In fact, this service is much more than a matchmaking business. It’s really life-coaching on steroids, with a very pleasant side-effect. If you’re open to her guidance, it will bring much better matches and much better relationship skills into your life. Sophia helps solve the universal struggle of every human … the elimination of lovelessness and loneliness in our lives. Bravo Sophisticated Matchmaking!" Roger, Mercer Island/WA - October 8th, 2008

"I cannot thank you enough for your time yesterday. I want you to know that our meeting yesterday changed my life. That may sound melodramatic but that makes it no less true. Through our meeting, I was able to identify exactly what I am looking for in a life partner and now feel better equipped to recognize it when I see it. Moreover, I finally embraced my ultimate goal--to be married and to create a family--and no longer feel as though it's something I ought not admit for fear of what others might think. You gave me some tools I can use to stop wasting my time with all the things that do not look like my life partner and stay focused on my goal. In short, I am energized to pursue love deliberately. I must say, our meeting yesterday was time and money well spent. I would have paid ten times the amount to get the same value you provided to me yesterday alone--that is how impactful it was." Female - 35yo, Bellevue/WA - January, 2010

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"From the moment I began talking with Sophia I felt she had a special understanding about me and what I was looking for. By the end of our first session I believe she knew more about me and my dating issues than I did. She has a very special way of making you comfortable and before you know it you are telling her your wants and needs for a relationship and thinking, “Wow, I didn’t realize that trait in a person is so important to me.” Sophia is very accessible, she quickly returns emails and phone calls, is constantly updating me on where we are in the process, what great man she thinks may be match for me, and setting up dates. Her services also include many fun outside events to attend. The “HIT THE TOWN” event that I attended was great time. Sophia invited a select group people whom she believed might make good matches for each other, 6 men and 6 women. The evening started off with a great intellectual discussion about relationships, dating issues, and advice on dealing with them. I found it to be a great way to gain insight on what the opposite sex was thinking and feeling about the dating process and it become obvious very quickly that we all seem to face the same problems. Sophia worked with everyone in a very conversational manner on what might work best for us to get over these hurtles. After a bite to eat, we all moved into the bar for an opportunity to speak one on one with anyone we wished. It was a wonderful time. I believe that Sophia truly cares about her clients and will search to the end of the earth to locate them their perfect match, and this is why I have put my love life in her capable hands." December, 2009 Female - Seattle, WA

"I just thought I would take a second to let you know that your personal information activities were the most inspiring I have seen here at FB so far! And I have seen MANY!!! Love and Blessings!!!" September 30, 2009 Female - Orange County, CA

"Sophia, you have given me new inspiration on being single and a new hope! Well you have inspired me a great deal and since I have been reading your posts I believe I myself have made a turn in a better direction! So just another personal thank you for your inspiration! You rock!!I thank you so much!!!" November 28th, 2009 Male - Eugene, OR
 
"My life totally changed in the past month, you have no idea, to the good, to the excellent, and I think your words had some influence in my change, thanks :) I feel so good, I am blessed and happy inside, and it feels great! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving." November 28, 2009 Male – Los Angeles, CA
 
"Sophia McDonald’s approach to matchmaking is like no other. She believes that great relationships start with self awareness and she skillfully guides you through that process. Sophia has keen intuition and very insightful. She is teaching you in a very inspiring way to melt away hidden tendencies and behaviors that sabotage your relationships. What makes it pleasant working with Sophia is that she has a talent for teaching growth and transformation in a spirit of self-discovery and not blame, judgment or self-reproach. After every session with Sophia I feel enlightened and empowered. Sophia’s coaching already affected all aspects of my life. I was able to enhance my relationships with friends, parents, coworkers and even my neighbor without even trying. It’s like a magic ;-) I know I’ll never approach my next romantic relationship in a way I did before. I can‘t wait to discover what’s going to happen next." Tatyana O., Seattle/WA - October 9th, 2008

"You are one of the most accomplished women I have ever met (and I have met a lot of people). What makes you especially amazing is your gracious generous approach to life. I am sincere when I say you will be "famous". The spirit you embrace business into matchmaking makes a ton of sense to people like me who are very driven at work yet traditional in love. I truly thank you for the time you spent with me today. More than that, I thank you for the hard effort you put into making certain that I do my part. Much like a wonderful BIG sister, you sent me a POA (plan of action) which I greatly appreciate. Like faith without legs, talking about doing something means nothing if not followed with action!'  Female - 47yo, Bellevue/WA - December, 2007

"I've always believed that certain people come into your life for a reason, and Sophia was definitely one of those people! I went into our meeting thinking I knew what I wanted and how to get it. After going through my family and persoanl history and reviewing goals with her my eyes were opened in a big way. She helped me re-evaluate my priorities, see patterns of mistakes and helped me put together an action plan. I now have a better sense of who I am, what I'm looking for, and where I want to be. Spending a few hours with her changed my entire outlook on dating". Female - 33yo, Seattle/WA - January, 2008

“While working with Sophia, I did recognize I was in the presence of amazing... Thanks again for being wonderful. You help me believe that there really are truly special women out there...” Male - 53yo, Olympia/WA - June, 2008

"If you have any issues or confusion about love at all, at least one visit to this group could open your mind to realizations and teach you how to be objective toward yourself in future relationships; well, in everything really!" - Gabríel Rey Morales (Aug 22, 2008)
 
"The group in attendance was open and willing to share views and listen to others." - Kelly (Aug 21, 2008)

"Your questions will be answered. The insight of a professional matchmaker brings to light many topic that you can further explore on your own." - Arland (Aug 14, 2008)
 
"It's a different perspective on dating." - Brian (Aug 11, 2008)
 
"Sophia has a lot of passion for what she does. She is a person that I feel that can improve your life just by being around her and listening to her speak." -
Brett (Jul 25, 2008)
 
"Good to come with a open heart, if you want to get better at dating and relationships" - Jacqueline (Jul 24, 2008) 

 

"Dear Sophia, I just want to let you know how grateful I am for you to help me this year. I broke up with my boyfriend in February, determined to find the path I wanted to take and had the personal interview with you. That interview helped me so much. In the last month, I met a wonderful man who is a principal of a school. He is 48 years old, a marathon runner. I know I am a bit older than him, but it does not seem to bother him. We have mutual attraction and admiration of each other, truly want to build the relationship of love and kindness. I have never thought I would find someone like him. People say you find someone when you are least looking, and that's exactly what happened to me. We are already thinking of planning trips for next year. I just want to thank you for all you have done for me this year. I truly believe when you have the right frame of mind, you would attract a person with the same. Happy holidays!" December 18th, 2009, Female, - Bellevue, WA
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"I cannot thank you enough for your time yesterday. I want you to know that our meeting yesterday changed my life. That may sound melodramatic but that makes it no less true. Through our meeting, I was able to identify exactly what I am looking for in a life partner and now feel better equipped to recognize it when I see it. Moreover, I finally embraced my ultimate goal--to be married and to create a family--and no longer feel as though it's something I ought not admit for fear of what others might think. You gave me some tools I can use to stop wasting my time with all the things that do not look like my life partner and stay focused on my goal. In short, I am energized to pursue love deliberately. I must say, our meeting yesterday was time and money well spent. I would have paid ten times the amount to get the same value you provided to me yesterday alone--that is how impactful it was."

~ Female - 35yo, Bellevue/WA - January, 2010

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