Therapist profile
Lourdes Mayes, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Parenting
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- Communication skills
- Emotion regulation
- Attachment work
About Lourdes
Lourdes Mayes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 21 years of experience. She speaks English and Spanish and works with adults who bring concerns like depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, addictions, relationship strain, and parenting stresses.
She uses practical, evidence-based approaches to help people identify what contributes to their feelings. Sessions focus on clearer communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. She also helps clients address intimacy issues and rebuild connection where it has been strained.
Lourdes blends cognitive behavioral ideas with acceptance-based and attachment perspectives. That lets her help people change unhelpful behavior patterns while also understanding how early relationships affect current reactions. Dialectical skills are used when strong emotions make everyday life feel overwhelming.
In a typical meeting she talks through current problems and looks for small, doable steps forward. She teaches skills for managing stress and strong emotions and practices communication techniques that can reduce arguments at home. When substance concerns or grief are present, she works on coping tools and concrete strategies to stabilize daily life.
Her bilingual ability supports Spanish-speaking adults who prefer to use that language in sessions. She accepts international clients and invites people to consider whether therapy should focus on immediate coping skills, relationship challenges, or longer-term patterns tied to attachment and early losses.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing thoughts and values and taking small actions that align with what matters. It can help with anxiety, stress, and making choices during life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape how people relate now and can guide work on communication, trust, and intimacy problems. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, reflecting, and helping people find their own solutions by exploring what matters most to them.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they adjust methods over time so sessions fit the person's current needs and priorities.
The therapist's profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online work easier to fit into a busy life because it reduces travel time and allows shorter check-ins during a lunch break or a quieter hour. Online sessions can focus on practicing communication skills, learning emotion regulation techniques, and planning concrete steps to manage stress and parenting challenges, all adapted to the client's day-to-day schedule.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
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What concerns does she help with?
She works with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addictions, anger, intimacy issues, relationship strain, and parenting stresses.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses practical, evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance work, attachment-focused ideas, and dialectical skills to address emotions and patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 21 years of experience in the mental health field working with a wide range of adult concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices with clients in that state.
Can I meet with her in Spanish or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know how meetings are held.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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