- Warm interactive style
- Practical tools
- Focus on relationships
About Rodney
Rodney "Rod" Mayes is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 30 years of clinical experience based in Utah. He earned a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado State University in 1993 and has spent decades helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and career concerns. Rod writes and teaches about change and resilience, and he aims to make therapy practical and respectful.
Rod uses a warm, interactive style in sessions. He focuses on respectful dialogue and tailors a plan to each person's needs. He avoids stigmatizing labels and works to help clients move toward a more fulfilling future rather than staying stuck in the past.
Much of his work has involved adolescents facing pre-adoption trauma, and he has also supported people dealing with trauma and emotional abuse. He addresses a wide range of issues including self-esteem, communication problems, commitment concerns, divorce and separation, and money and financial issues.
In session he draws on a mix of approaches to match the problem at hand. He leans on client-centered methods to listen and reflect, uses cognitive techniques to shift unhelpful thinking, and brings in systemic ideas when relationships and family patterns matter. Sessions aim to be practical, focused, and respectful of the client's goals.
Rod sees starting therapy as a collaborative step. He encourages people to take small, concrete steps toward change and offers steady support while clients practice new ways of thinking and relating.
How Rod’s Approaches Work Online and In Session
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and helping people feel understood. It’s useful when someone needs a respectful space to sort out feelings and decide what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect mood and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking patterns and reactions. Narrative Therapy helps people rewrite the story they tell about themselves and step away from problem-focused identities.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Rod collaborates with each person to test what feels most helpful based on goals and preferences. He adjusts methods over time so therapy stays relevant and practical for the client's life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help when quieter surroundings or less video time are preferred. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to remote work so clients practice skills and try new ways of relating outside the therapy hour.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Rod commonly address?
He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. He also helps with career worries, self-esteem, and money and financial issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Rod uses a warm, interactive approach that focuses on respectful conversation. He tailors sessions to each person's needs and emphasizes practical steps forward.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 30 years of clinical practice, including work with adolescents who have experienced pre-adoption trauma and people recovering from emotional abuse.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - practicing in Utah.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.