Sergio Hayes Borja

Hello, my name is Sergio Hayes, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (licensed in multiple states). I have worked in the mental health field for 15 years, and for the past six years, I have focused on transitioning my practice to teletherapy.

My approach to therapy is distinct from traditional, mainstream models. I am a solution-focused therapist, and I specialize in three highly effective, evidence-based treatment approaches designed to address a specific range of issues. This specialization is the result of the consistent, positive outcomes I’ve seen throughout my career in various clinical settings.

I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to treat trauma-related concerns, ranging from full-blown PTSD to more subtle trauma symptoms. I am also trained and certified in Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), an approach used to treat substance use disorders, conduct disorders, and challenges related to anger and impulse control. Lastly, I utilize Systematic Desensitization to address phobias and behavioral addictions that are not substance-based, such as habits and compulsive behaviors.

I have found that addressing the root of the problem is always more beneficial to the client, instead of coddling and maintaining some type of self-serving bias that keeps the client in a victim mindset. If this sounds like something you want to try, then I would be honored to work with you if you are struggling with any of the issues mentioned and are seeking to build sustainable frameworks and strategies to manage them, even beyond the therapy process.