About Heather
Heather Lykas is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 15 years of experience. She offers straightforward support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. Heather speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps that can be used right away.
Her approach centers on the person in front of her. She listens without judgment and helps people build on the strengths they already have. Sessions are adapted to each person's pace and goals rather than following a fixed script.
How Heather works
Heather uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help people notice thoughts and habits that keep problems going. She pairs this with client-centered work that emphasizes empathy and collaboration. These methods are often used for anxiety, mood struggles, and coping with big changes.
She also draws on trauma-focused therapy when past hurts are getting in the way of daily life. That work focuses on stabilizing reactions and developing skills to manage strong emotions. Motivational interviewing is another tool she uses to help people clarify what they want and find the motivation to change.
Sessions aim to be practical and respectful. Heather helps people set small, achievable goals and practices skills between meetings. Her style is calm, direct, and focused on what will help most in everyday life.
Heather lists 4 ways of working on the entry:
What Heather works with
The areas below are the ones Heather selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
Also listed
- Addictions
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Training and background
| Register | LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 15 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Rhode Island |
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Online support options
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a strong working relationship. In online sessions this means the therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what matters, and helps them find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific skills to change unhelpful patterns. Online CBT often uses brief exercises and between-session practice to track progress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Heather will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their goals and needs. That can mean trying CBT skills for anxiety, using trauma-focused techniques when past events are getting in the way, or emphasizing motivational interviewing to build readiness for change.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people work face-to-face when a fuller conversation is needed. Phone sessions are a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is preferred. Live chat and text-based messaging allow ongoing support between sessions and quick check-ins during busy days. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and keep momentum toward goals.
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