September 03, 2010
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Letter from my coaching and matchmaking clients:

"Dear Sophia, I would like to thank you again for speaking to me yesterday and giving me a lift. It will take a little bit of time to heal but one of the best advice was that God had something better planned for me than I originally did. All of your advices were great!! I will definitely try to keep in contact and work on my healthy boundaries. Thanks again Sophia and have a great day! "It takes two to tango, but one to fall" - July, 2010, Male, 25yo, Austin, TX

"He is great! Thank you for asking.  He adores me, which is something I haven't experienced since my 1st husband.  He came in a package I didn't expect -- but you really helped me see that the things I was looking for in men and what I was attracted to were not making me happy.  I would never have met him without your help with my pictures & profile, encouragement to start dating again, and the coaching. So, thank you!  :)" - August 2010, Female, 43yo, Seattle, WA

"I have an update on my dating/relationship scene. I think I had mentioned at the first coaching session that the last introduction went well. Since that time about 3 weeks ago, her and I moved like a speeding bullet to major boyfriend/girlfriend status. I mean MAJOR MAJOR bf/gf status. I wanted to say that on our second date I clearly brought up the "what are you looking for" type of filtering/honesty questions - something I never, ever would have done before! Though at the time we weren't exactly on the same page at the beginning of the second date we talked about most everything, and by the end of it we were absolutely crazy for each other, and the date got even better! We both see MAJOR long-term potential (and it seems we're both dancing around the "L" word!). This is not to say my work is done. We have both talked about the very real possibility that the flame will burn strong yet quick, and before we know it things will be over. Until then however, we will enjoy it!" - August, 2010, Male, 35yo, Bellevue, WA

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
(Thursday, June 03, 2010 7:41 PM)
Hi Sophia;
Good to see you yesterday.  Thanks for the kind words you wrote about me on your facebook.  So true.  Funny that my perfect match was one person away from me and that person was you.  So thanks Sophia for the daily butterflies in my stomach, the rose colored glasses I wear all day, the swellingin my heart and buckling knees.  It's all really good.  Hope for you too.
XO

FROM HER MATCH:
(Friday, June 04, 2010 11:32 AM)
Sophia,
Yes..! I want to say thanks also.. She is awesome for me..! So many reasons why.. She is my match..!
I am falling in love again for the first time in so many years..! I am not so grumpy anymore..:-))
Thanks again,
The best to you Sophia and God bless!

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
Dear Sophia;

I just wanted to thank you for your highly intuitive gifts that have united me with someone who is potentially my life partner. When I first came to you with the desire to meet the man of my dreams, I felt in some strange way that you in fact were capable of doing this.  I felt this partly because you operate at a different energetic level in looking for potential soul mates but also because you “see” potential everywhere.  This is a gift and I see that in you.  After just a few meetings with you, I could sense that you felt my “essence” which is important when trying to find a compatible partner.  I could feel the universal forces working within you to try and find my match.  And you did that very quickly.  My first match!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I knew instantly that this man was on my life page and we had many karmic overlaps and synchronicities to play out.  That has been true and now 1 month later we are growing closer and closer to each other with the hope that we develop a long lasting and enduring relationship filled with happiness.  We are both thankful for you Sophia as you have changed both of our lives and made us better people.  I hope your gifts can be felt by many others as love is the universal energy and should be shared.  It’s the only thing that will make this world a better place.  Heartfelt thanks Sophia for your spiritual and intuitive perspective on people and love.

SLM, Seattle, June 7th, 2010

"Sophia, hello, we just wanted to touch base to let you know that tomorrow is our six month anniversary, and we couldn't be more enamored with one another. Though our time together feels like it's gone by in a flash, other times, it feels like we've been together forever and have so much in common. We are now both equally excited in pursuing our relationship (and our dreams) together. This match would not have come about without your keen talents, of which we are overflowing with gratitude towards you."
~ Nathaniel & Mercedes  - April 1 at 4:02pm

"Every time I think of Love, Friendship and the word Serendipity I think of YOU! I think of the person who reached out to a stranger and only connected by FB and a few common friends! You helped me heal, grow and believe in myself! You have been a very important role in my journey and when I think of where I was in Dec and where I am now I smile and think of you. I am now MADLY in love.. I am in a year mentorship to help others like you have helped me and I am the happiest I have ever been in my life! Thank you my friend! Anytime you need a reference I will gladly give you one! Blessings!!!" Female - May 21st, 2010

"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

"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

"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
 
"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
 
"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. Last night, My efforts to save a mans life with ten other gifted and trained medical crew members reminded me of you this evening. It seems that you have a gift of sending so many words of kindness and life long learning messages about the power of love in many perspectives. Last night, I heard love in the purest form. It was in the cry of a womans voice desiring her husband to return to life during a tragic medical event. I did not have the time to even look up and catch her appearance. I was forced to keep focussed on maintaining a perfect airway and delivering oxygen to a dying body. Her voice described herself without any features. This woman was crying for a continued life of love and her hopes of a bond between a man and woman to still grow just one more day, one more week, a month, an eternity. It was there that I was reminded of your messages. Her voice blew them all away. It was perfect, pure and radiant, and it gave me the strength to give my life with others that night for the sole purpose of keeping that bond between them a living reality. Thanks also for what you do Sophia. You also have the gift of saving lives. Namaste" Male, Bellevue - May 19th, 2010 


"Sophia, you are a breath of fresh air. How candidly you spoke about your experience and desire to help others is remarkable. You have a power within you that reaches out and lifts others up. To have dedicated your life's work to helping and teaching people to find love will surely benefit countless lives. I am in awe of you, and the beauty that emanates from you and how you have tackled your own demons and are here to help and teach others… Thank you for your time, energy and for the important information you shared with me. With kind regards..." November 27, 2009 Female – Bellevue, WA
 
"What a great service! Sophia really understood what I was looking for in a man and didn’t accuse me of being too fussy (which I thought I was!). On the third attempt, she hit jackpot! John and I have been together for 7 months now and I couldn’t be happier!" September, 2009 Female – Seattle, WA

"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

"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

“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

"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. Our time with Sophia was incredibly insightful for me, and I've been spending a lot of time thinking about what I want out of life. When I met her 2 weeks ago, I was sure that I was ready to find the right person and get married.  Now, well...I'm not so sure I'm ready.  In fact, asking myself 'why do I want that' has been an interesting question.  If my life's goal is to travel and have a life of adventure, why do I need anyone else at all?  I can do that for myself, and it is probably easier to do by myself anyway. It's been very liberating for me to realize that I don't NEED anyone. I think on a lot of levels I was waiting for someone to rescue me, and I've decided to rescue myself. 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

"Without a doubt Sophia provides the most effective matchmaking service in the area. It's a waste of time and money to try any other service if you're truly seeking a serious relationship." Posted by: Tom Piscitelli, 10/9/2008

"Sophia is a woman with great insight and wisdom about people. Her positive energy is contagious. I tried a well know Internet dating service and quit after a while because it was lacking a personal touch. The first person introduced to me by Sophia turned out to be just "what the dating Doctor ordered." She's the best!" Male - 65yo, Bellevue/WA

"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

"Sophia McDonald is incredible at listening to what you really are communicating, even if you don't realize it yourself. If you are serious about wanting a quality matchmaking experience, you should work with her. If it is only an online type experience you want, she is not the one. Sophia's work with people is personal, in depth and insightful."  Posted by: envoy, 10/9/2008

"Sophia McDonald, Brings class, elegance and the right combination of romance… This is the future…." Posted by: Pamela11, 10/8/2008

"Sophisticated Matchmaking is OUTSTANDING!!! Sophia McDonald is a great host with understanding and compassion for her matchmaking success, bar none!!!" Posted by: phatddy, 10/8/2008
 
"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)
"I wasn’t Sophia’s client, but highly recommended her agency to my best single friends, because it’s actually something new, refined and exceptionally serious on the matchmakers market. Charming, intelligent and well educated CEO – Ms. McDonald - a delicate psychologist by nature helped them to sense a hope for true love in our practical time." Posted by: Margo Akopyan 10/9/2008

 

Letter from my coaching and matchmaking clients:

"Dear Sophia, I would like to thank you again for speaking to me yesterday and giving me a lift. It will take a little bit of time to heal but one of the best advice was that God had something better planned for me than I originally did. All of your advices were great!! I will definitely try to keep in contact and work on my healthy boundaries. Thanks again Sophia and have a great day! "It takes two to tango, but one to fall" - July, 2010, Male, 25yo, Austin, TX

"He is great! Thank you for asking.  He adores me, which is something I haven't experienced since my 1st husband.  He came in a package I didn't expect -- but you really helped me see that the things I was looking for in men and what I was attracted to were not making me happy.  I would never have met him without your help with my pictures & profile, encouragement to start dating again, and the coaching. So, thank you!  :)" - August 2010, Female, 43yo, Seattle, WA

"I have an update on my dating/relationship scene. I think I had mentioned at the first coaching session that the last introduction went well. Since that time about 3 weeks ago, her and I moved like a speeding bullet to major boyfriend/girlfriend status. I mean MAJOR MAJOR bf/gf status. I wanted to say that on our second date I clearly brought up the "what are you looking for" type of filtering/honesty questions - something I never, ever would have done before! Though at the time we weren't exactly on the same page at the beginning of the second date we talked about most everything, and by the end of it we were absolutely crazy for each other, and the date got even better! We both see MAJOR long-term potential (and it seems we're both dancing around the "L" word!). This is not to say my work is done. We have both talked about the very real possibility that the flame will burn strong yet quick, and before we know it things will be over. Until then however, we will enjoy it!" - August, 2010, Male, 35yo, Bellevue, WA

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
(Thursday, June 03, 2010 7:41 PM)
Hi Sophia;
Good to see you yesterday.  Thanks for the kind words you wrote about me on your facebook.  So true.  Funny that my perfect match was one person away from me and that person was you.  So thanks Sophia for the daily butterflies in my stomach, the rose colored glasses I wear all day, the swellingin my heart and buckling knees.  It's all really good.  Hope for you too.
XO

FROM HER MATCH:
(Friday, June 04, 2010 11:32 AM)
Sophia,
Yes..! I want to say thanks also.. She is awesome for me..! So many reasons why.. She is my match..!
I am falling in love again for the first time in so many years..! I am not so grumpy anymore..:-))
Thanks again,
The best to you Sophia and God bless!

FROM BACHELORETTE #12
Dear Sophia;

I just wanted to thank you for your highly intuitive gifts that have united me with someone who is potentially my life partner. When I first came to you with the desire to meet the man of my dreams, I felt in some strange way that you in fact were capable of doing this.  I felt this partly because you operate at a different energetic level in looking for potential soul mates but also because you “see” potential everywhere.  This is a gift and I see that in you.  After just a few meetings with you, I could sense that you felt my “essence” which is important when trying to find a compatible partner.  I could feel the universal forces working within you to try and find my match.  And you did that very quickly.  My first match!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I knew instantly that this man was on my life page and we had many karmic overlaps and synchronicities to play out.  That has been true and now 1 month later we are growing closer and closer to each other with the hope that we develop a long lasting and enduring relationship filled with happiness.  We are both thankful for you Sophia as you have changed both of our lives and made us better people.  I hope your gifts can be felt by many others as love is the universal energy and should be shared.  It’s the only thing that will make this world a better place.  Heartfelt thanks Sophia for your spiritual and intuitive perspective on people and love.

SLM, Seattle, June 7th, 2010

"Sophia, hello, we just wanted to touch base to let you know that tomorrow is our six month anniversary, and we couldn't be more enamored with one another. Though our time together feels like it's gone by in a flash, other times, it feels like we've been together forever and have so much in common. We are now both equally excited in pursuing our relationship (and our dreams) together. This match would not have come about without your keen talents, of which we are overflowing with gratitude towards you."
~ Nathaniel & Mercedes  - April 1 at 4:02pm

"Every time I think of Love, Friendship and the word Serendipity I think of YOU! I think of the person who reached out to a stranger and only connected by FB and a few common friends! You helped me heal, grow and believe in myself! You have been a very important role in my journey and when I think of where I was in Dec and where I am now I smile and think of you. I am now MADLY in love.. I am in a year mentorship to help others like you have helped me and I am the happiest I have ever been in my life! Thank you my friend! Anytime you need a reference I will gladly give you one! Blessings!!!" Female - May 21st, 2010

"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

"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

"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
 
"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
 
"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. Last night, My efforts to save a mans life with ten other gifted and trained medical crew members reminded me of you this evening. It seems that you have a gift of sending so many words of kindness and life long learning messages about the power of love in many perspectives. Last night, I heard love in the purest form. It was in the cry of a womans voice desiring her husband to return to life during a tragic medical event. I did not have the time to even look up and catch her appearance. I was forced to keep focussed on maintaining a perfect airway and delivering oxygen to a dying body. Her voice described herself without any features. This woman was crying for a continued life of love and her hopes of a bond between a man and woman to still grow just one more day, one more week, a month, an eternity. It was there that I was reminded of your messages. Her voice blew them all away. It was perfect, pure and radiant, and it gave me the strength to give my life with others that night for the sole purpose of keeping that bond between them a living reality. Thanks also for what you do Sophia. You also have the gift of saving lives. Namaste" Male, Bellevue - May 19th, 2010 


"Sophia, you are a breath of fresh air. How candidly you spoke about your experience and desire to help others is remarkable. You have a power within you that reaches out and lifts others up. To have dedicated your life's work to helping and teaching people to find love will surely benefit countless lives. I am in awe of you, and the beauty that emanates from you and how you have tackled your own demons and are here to help and teach others… Thank you for your time, energy and for the important information you shared with me. With kind regards..." November 27, 2009 Female – Bellevue, WA
 
"What a great service! Sophia really understood what I was looking for in a man and didn’t accuse me of being too fussy (which I thought I was!). On the third attempt, she hit jackpot! John and I have been together for 7 months now and I couldn’t be happier!" September, 2009 Female – Seattle, WA

"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

"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

“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

"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. Our time with Sophia was incredibly insightful for me, and I've been spending a lot of time thinking about what I want out of life. When I met her 2 weeks ago, I was sure that I was ready to find the right person and get married.  Now, well...I'm not so sure I'm ready.  In fact, asking myself 'why do I want that' has been an interesting question.  If my life's goal is to travel and have a life of adventure, why do I need anyone else at all?  I can do that for myself, and it is probably easier to do by myself anyway. It's been very liberating for me to realize that I don't NEED anyone. I think on a lot of levels I was waiting for someone to rescue me, and I've decided to rescue myself. 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

"Without a doubt Sophia provides the most effective matchmaking service in the area. It's a waste of time and money to try any other service if you're truly seeking a serious relationship." Posted by: Tom Piscitelli, 10/9/2008

"Sophia is a woman with great insight and wisdom about people. Her positive energy is contagious. I tried a well know Internet dating service and quit after a while because it was lacking a personal touch. The first person introduced to me by Sophia turned out to be just "what the dating Doctor ordered." She's the best!" Male - 65yo, Bellevue/WA

"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

"Sophia McDonald is incredible at listening to what you really are communicating, even if you don't realize it yourself. If you are serious about wanting a quality matchmaking experience, you should work with her. If it is only an online type experience you want, she is not the one. Sophia's work with people is personal, in depth and insightful."  Posted by: envoy, 10/9/2008

"Sophia McDonald, Brings class, elegance and the right combination of romance… This is the future…." Posted by: Pamela11, 10/8/2008

"Sophisticated Matchmaking is OUTSTANDING!!! Sophia McDonald is a great host with understanding and compassion for her matchmaking success, bar none!!!" Posted by: phatddy, 10/8/2008
 
"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)
"I wasn’t Sophia’s client, but highly recommended her agency to my best single friends, because it’s actually something new, refined and exceptionally serious on the matchmakers market. Charming, intelligent and well educated CEO – Ms. McDonald - a delicate psychologist by nature helped them to sense a hope for true love in our practical time." Posted by: Margo Akopyan 10/9/2008

 

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SEATTLE BUSINESS MONTHLY / JULY, 2008

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By JASMINE MOIR

 

“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...”

'MATCHMAKER, MATCHMAKER" - THE ASSOCIATED PRESS / AUGUST 2007

By MEGAN SCOTT -- The Associated Press

Sophia McDonald believes she has Cupid's arrow in her purse. "I believe I have a lot of intuition," says McDonald, 34, who is launching a company called Sophisticated Matchmaking. "I'm very spiritual and sensitive. When I meet people I tend to understand them very well."

SEATTLE BUSINESS MONTHLY / JULY, 2008

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By JASMINE MOIR

 

“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...”

'MATCHMAKER, MATCHMAKER" - THE ASSOCIATED PRESS / AUGUST 2007

By MEGAN SCOTT -- The Associated Press

Sophia McDonald believes she has Cupid's arrow in her purse. "I believe I have a lot of intuition," says McDonald, 34, who is launching a company called Sophisticated Matchmaking. "I'm very spiritual and sensitive. When I meet people I tend to understand them very well."