Sabrina Mayes, LCSW

Sabrina Mayes is a licensed social worker in New Mexico with eight years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictive behaviors, trauma and abuse, and anger management. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she blends practical skill with a strengths-based perspective, helping clients recognize the resources they already possess and build new strategies to manage life’s challenges.

Sabrina approaches therapy with respect for each person’s story, treating clients as the experts in their own lives while offering guidance, tools, and structure to promote meaningful change. She works collaboratively to identify priorities and develop coping skills that fit each client’s situation and goals.

Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Sabrina acknowledges the courage it takes to take that step. She aims to create a supportive environment where progress is steady, realistic, and aligned with each client’s strengths and values.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is a practical approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and replace them with more balanced thinking and behavior. It is commonly used for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns and focuses on concrete skills to manage symptoms.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and patterns of impulsive behavior.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, client-centered method that helps people explore their readiness for change and build internal motivation. It is often used when addressing addiction, ambivalence, or behavior change goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sabrina Mayes works with clients and other licensed professionals to determine which methods best match individual needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions so interventions feel relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - appointments can occur by video call or phone, and clients may also use live chat or text-based messaging as needed. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from different locations while working with licensed therapists.