ABOUT ME

Dr. 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 & culturally responsive interventions.

As an ambitious & focused scholar, Dr. Kim 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. Dr. Kim graduated from Simmons University with a Doctor of Social Work degree. Dr. Kim has held leadership roles & worked in hospital, education & non-profit settings during her career. Dr. Kim holds clinical licenses in the states of Texas, Georgia & Florida.

Dr. Kim absolutely enjoys supporting clients transition through life in a therapeutic setting . Dr. Kim 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 Dr. Kim is not supporting clients, she is laughing with family & friends, cooking a delicious meal, decorating home/office buildings, praying or traveling the friendly skies.