ABOUT ME

Kimberly R. Mayes, LCSW is founder & lead psychotherapist at Essence Therapy & Wellness Center, where she supports clients in individual therapy, coaching, corporate training & crisis intervention, sound therapy, yoga, & Reiki.

As an ambitious & focused scholar, Kimberly received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Florida & later attended Clark Atlanta University to receive her Master of Social Work degree, with a focus in Children & Families. Kimberly is currently a Doctor of Social Work student at Simmons University. Kimberly has held leadership roles & worked in hospital, education & non-profit settings during her career. Kimberly holds clinical licenses in the states of Texas, Georgia & Florida.

Kimberly absolutely enjoys supporting clients transition through life in a therapeutic setting . Kimberly has been called the “Self-Care Guru”, as she speaks internationally about creating a healthy balance in one’s mind, body & spirit via holistic self-care practices. When Kimberly is not supporting clients, she is laughing with family & friends, cooking a delicious meal, decorating home/office buildings, meditating or traveling the friendly skies.