About
Hi there, I'm Sergio! Hello there! I'm Sergio Hayes, a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in working with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personality disorders. As a solution-focused counselor, I believe in exploring underlying causes and recognizing the value of support networks through a systems approach. This approach is highly effective in addressing day-to-day difficulties and pursuing long-term goals. My approach My approach to providing therapy is deeply rooted in my multicultural background and extensive experience. With a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and a Professional Counselor license, my journey began with valuable insights gained from working in the court system, where I recognized the crucial role of mental health services for individuals facing diverse challenges. My theoretical approaches draw from a rich Multiracial Latino/Hispanic heritage, emphasizing a multicultural perspective. In my role as a Program Manager in a Mental Health Court program, I specialized in trauma and family counseling, particularly focusing on adolescents who had experienced trauma. This experience, coupled with my work with Severely Persistent Mental Illnesses (SPMI) and behavioral issues within specialized court programs, has shaped my approach. Extending my expertise to private settings, I've served a diverse clientele and am trained in EMDR for trauma counseling. Additionally, I am certified as an MRT provider for substance abuse-related concerns. As a proud Latino/Hispanic/Bilingual mental health professional, I prioritize understanding unique needs, crafting personalized action plans, and employing a holistic perspective in therapy. My focus I specialize in working with a diverse range of clients, drawing upon extensive training in various counseling approaches. My focus extends to trauma counseling, where I employ EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals overcome unresolved trauma.
Basic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor
Organization Name: Mental Connections Of Southwest LLC
Gender
Male
Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Client Focus
- Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
- Adults
Therapy Specialties
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Trauma And PTSD
Treatment Orientation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Couples
- Family
- Group
- Individuals
Education
- McNeese State University, Master's in Counseling
Years in Practice
8 years
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 101YP2500X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Counselor
- Specialization: Professional
Credentials
- Master of Arts (MA)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licenses
Name | License Number | State |
---|---|---|
LPC | 7029 Verify | LA |
Practice Locations
127 Williamsburg St Bldg E
Lake Charles, LA 70605-5719
Phone Number: (337) 376-0136