Therapist profile
Heather Lykas, LMHC
Rhode Island
MA, LMHC - Anxiety and Anger
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- CredentialsLMHC
- LicenseLMHC, Rhode Island / MHC00424; LMHC, Massachusetts / 5945
- NPI1457478448
- Experience15 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationRhode Island
About
- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Heather
Heather Lykas is an MA, LMHC - a licensed mental health counselor in Rhode Island with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, relationship problems, anger, grief, addiction, trauma and bipolar-related challenges. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use between meetings.
Heather draws on client-centered methods to keep the conversation grounded in each person's experience. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and small behavior changes that reduce reactivity and low mood. Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change.
In practice Heather talks through specific situations that cause frustration or repeated conflict. She helps people notice patterns, try new responses, and track what works. She also brings trauma-focused strategies when past harm affects present-day reactions.
Her approach is down-to-earth and strength oriented. That means sessions often include skill practice, simple experiments to try at home, and short-term goals to measure progress. Heather invites collaboration on what to try next rather than prescribing a fixed plan.
People who want help managing anger at work or home, reducing anxiety, or improving relationships can expect straightforward tools and guided practice. Heather works in English and serves clients in Rhode Island. To get started people complete a brief questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How Heather uses evidence-based approaches online
Heather commonly uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral therapy in remote sessions. Client-centered work means the therapist follows the persons concerns, listening and reflecting to clarify what matters most. Cognitive behavioral work focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small behavior changes that reduce anger and anxiety.Motivational interviewing is also part of her toolkit when someone feels unsure about change. That approach involves asking about values and goals, and gently guiding decisions rather than pushing a set plan. Together these approaches help tackle reactivity, work stress, recurring arguments, and patterns that hold people back.
She approaches treatment as a collaborative process. The therapist and client assess which methods to try and adjust over time based on what fits the client's goals and daily life. That means sessions can include skill practice, brief homework, or checking in on experiments between meetings.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use these formats to help maintain momentum while working on anger, stress, or relationship issues.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Rhode Island, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and related issues such as parenting strain, relationship concerns, grief, addiction, and bipolar challenges.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is down-to-earth and strength oriented. Sessions focus on practical skills, behavior experiments, and collaborative planning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience working with adults and with issues including trauma, parenting, and relationship problems.
Is she a licensed clinician and where is she based?
She holds an MA and the LMHC credential, and she practices in Rhode Island.
What languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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