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Rodney "Rod" Mayes

Compassionate LMFT helping people move forward

LMFT Utah

Experience
30 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Rodney

Rodney "Rod" Mayes is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in Utah with 30 years of clinical experience.

Background and approach

He earned a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado State University in 1993 and has spent decades addressing an array of concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship strain, self-esteem challenges, career issues, and stress. His caseload has included people affected by trauma, emotional abuse, OCD, ADHD, and adolescents dealing with pre-adoption trauma.

Rodney's manner is warm and interactive, guided by respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He avoids stigmatizing labels and prefers strategic, forward-focused work that helps clients move toward the future they want rather than remain stuck in the past.

Treatment is individualized; he adapts dialogue and plans to meet each person's distinct needs and goals. He also authored a book titled From Someday to Success that outlines his views on change and personal growth.

Clients who choose Rodney can expect a collaborative partnership aimed at empowerment and practical progress. He invites those ready to pursue a more fulfilling life to take the first step and explore whether his style and experience align with their goals.

Integrating therapeutic approaches for online support



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, then develop practical strategies to change behaviors and reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, creating a collaborative space where clients explore their own values and solutions at their own pace. Narrative Therapy focuses on the stories people tell about their lives and helps separate problems from identity so individuals can reauthor narratives toward preferred outcomes.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Rodney works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors which methods to emphasize, adjusting plans over time as progress and circumstances evolve. This helps ensure therapy aligns with what matters most to the client rather than following a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in these approaches through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity when in-person visits are difficult, and access consistent support from a licensed professional regardless of short-term logistical barriers.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Rodney commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, career concerns, and depression, along with additional focus areas such as adoption and foster care, communication problems, and midlife issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is warm and interactive, emphasizing respect and sensitivity while avoiding stigmatizing labels; therapy is tailored and strategic to help clients move toward their future goals.
What is his background and experience?
He has 30 years of clinical experience and earned a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado State University in 1993.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is an LMFT with license UT LMFT 9722153-3902 and practices in Utah.
Does he offer services in languages other than English?
Services are conducted in English only and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Narrative TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Utah

Languages

English