About
Dr. April Soto, MD, FAAFP, ABOIM, AAHIVS, is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing in South Pasadena, CA. She holds fellowships in both Integrative Medicine through the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine and HIV Medicine through LA County-USC Medical Center. Her additional training includes Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy through PRATI and MDMA-Assisted Therapy through MAPS.
Born in Guatemala City to Puerto Rican missionary parents, Dr. Soto brings a deeply personal commitment to accessible, high-quality care. Growing up with limited medical resources shaped her understanding of what medicine can mean for a family. She is bilingual in English and Spanish and warmly welcomes LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, people of all genders and identities, and neurodiverse patients. Her clinical passions include menopause, gut health, hormone optimization for cisgender and transgender patients, HIV medicine, psychedelic-assisted therapy, integrative medicine, and sexual health. She integrates mindfulness and presence into every visit, guiding patients to connect with their own capacity for healing. Outside the practice, she enjoys boogie boarding, hiking Griffith Park and Fryman Canyon, culinary medicine, and spending time with her husband Chris. ABC7 featured her work on psychedelic drug therapy for mental health.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Fellowship in HIV Medicine, LA County-USC Medical Center; Integrative Medicine Fellowship, Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine
Additional Training
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) training, PRATI; MDMA-Assisted Therapy training, MAPS
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Soto right for?
Dr. Soto is a strong fit for adults seeking whole-person primary care that goes beyond symptom management. Patients navigating menopause, hormone imbalances, gut health disorders, or chronic conditions benefit from her integrative approach. She is particularly well-suited for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, transgender and non-binary patients seeking hormone optimization, and people living with HIV. Adults exploring ketamine-assisted therapy or breathwork for depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain will find her training directly relevant. Her practice also serves neurodiverse individuals and Spanish-speaking patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Soto treats a wide range of adult conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, menopause, gut health disorders, hormone imbalances, HIV, opioid use disorder, acne, eczema, and joint and muscle pain. She also manages chronic conditions and supports patients interested in longevity medicine and preventive care.
Yes. Dr. April Soto holds board certification in Family Medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians (FAAFP). She also completed an Integrative Medicine Fellowship through the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, earning the ABOIM designation.
Dr. Soto completed Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) training through PRATI and MDMA-Assisted Therapy training through MAPS. She offers oral, IM/IV ketamine journeys and therapist-guided sessions at LALIM Health. ABC7 featured her as a SoCal physician specializing in psychedelic drug therapy for mental health.
Yes. Dr. Soto completed a Fellowship in HIV Medicine at LA County-USC Medical Center and holds the AAHIVS credential. HIV care is one of her core clinical interests, and she treats patients living with HIV as part of her primary care practice.
Yes. Dr. Soto offers hormone optimization and replacement for cisgender, transgender, and non-binary individuals. Her integrative approach and inclusive philosophy make her a welcoming provider for patients of all genders and identities.
Yes. Dr. Soto is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and she sees Spanish-speaking patients at LALIM Health in South Pasadena.
Dr. Soto believes patients hold the key to their own health and well-being. She integrates mindfulness and presence into every visit, addressing physical, mental, emotional, and lifestyle factors together. Her goal is to guide each patient toward their own customized wellness journey using both conventional and integrative tools.
Yes. Dr. Soto supports patients with opioid use disorder through medication-assisted treatment. However, she does not prescribe or manage chronic opioid pain medications. Patients who need long-term opioid therapy for chronic pain work with a pain management specialist, while Dr. Soto continues managing their other medical needs.
Yes. Dr. Soto offers one-on-one and group coaching for physicians and healthcare providers. Her coaching focuses on burnout, career transitions, DPC practice setup, and personal growth. Pricing and structure are discussed individually to fit each provider's needs.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026