Lokiten Behavioral Health

11/25/2025

Stressful moments can quickly pull us out of balance, and sometimes the most effective thing we can do is pause and reset. The STOP technique provides a straightforward framework for achieving exactly that.

By taking a moment to stop, breathe, observe, and then proceed with intention, we give our minds and bodies the chance to slow down and regain clarity. This approach helps interrupt anxious patterns and brings us back into a space where we can choose our next steps more thoughtfully.

Tools like this are small, but they can make a meaningful difference throughout the day, especially during times of overwhelm.

11/24/2025

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the many approaches we offer at Lokiten, and it can be a supportive option for people who want to better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT isn’t about forcing yourself to “think positive.” It’s about slowing down enough to notice the patterns that show up, the automatic thoughts, the long-held beliefs, and the reactions that surface when stress gets heavy.

CBT often involves exploring those thoughts with curiosity and compassion, looking at where they come from, and gently challenging the ones that create tension or keep you feeling stuck. It provides structure without being rigid, and it offers space to understand yourself in a clearer, more grounded way.

At Lokiten, CBT is simply one tool among many. We use it when it aligns with your needs, your pace, and your personal style of healing, never as a one-size-fits-all approach, but as a flexible option you can grow with. If you want something practical, steady, and easy to integrate into daily life, CBT can be a helpful place to start.

11/23/2025

We spend so much energy trying to manage things that were never meant to be in our hands, and it leaves us exhausted, anxious, and overwhelmed.
Real relief comes from pulling our focus back to what’s actually ours to hold.

When we stop trying to manage the uncontrollable, we free up mental space, emotional energy, and the ability to respond instead of react.
This is where healing starts, in the quiet, steady moments where we choose how we show up, not how everything around us behaves.

Therapy helps you strengthen that shift: slowing down, regulating your nervous system, and reconnecting with the parts of your life over which you have influence.

Small shifts make a big difference.
You can start with what you can control, and build from there.

11/21/2025

It’s Friday, and honestly, this week might’ve felt like a lot. Before you jump into the weekend, take a second to give yourself credit for the small things you pushed through. Even the stuff that felt “normal” or routine took energy.

Maybe you handled something you didn’t want to deal with.
Maybe you showed up even when you were tired.
Maybe you continued when you were stressed or overwhelmed.
Maybe you just made it through, and that’s enough.

We don’t give ourselves credit for these things, but they’re the moments that add up. So if you feel a little worn out or just ready for a break, that’s okay. Take today as a reminder that effort counts, even when it doesn’t look huge.
You made it to Friday!

11/21/2025

"I’m so thankful I found this place. Truly a blessing. Kathryn is the perfect fit for me and I am excited for this journey with her and my mental health." says Chelsey on Google

★★★★★ I’m so thankful I found this place. Truly a blessing. Kathryn is the perfect fit for me and I am excited for this journey with her and my mental health.

11/20/2025

Wild Wednesdays just got a whole lot sweeter…
Say hello to Millie, our brand-new therapy pup here at Lokiten Behavioral Health! Millie is a 7-month-old Sheepadoodle, and yes… she’s already following dress code better than the rest of us.

She’s here to bring comfort, connection, grounding, and a whole lot of smiles to our clients and staff. Millie has already mastered the art of leaning her whole body into you when you need a moment, and honestly? That’s the kind of energy we all need on a Wednesday.

Whether she’s sitting in on sessions, greeting clients at the front, or offering a fluffy distraction during a tough day, Millie is officially part of the Lokiten family.

We can’t wait for you to meet her.

Welcome to Wild Wednesdays, Millie!

11/19/2025

Starting therapy can feel scary, and this review captures that so honestly. Reaching out, meeting someone new, and opening up about your concerns takes real courage. So when a client says the process felt easy, effortless, and that they felt comfortable and safe with their therapist, that matters deeply to us.

This is exactly why we use so often. It isn’t just a hashtag; it’s a reminder that therapy should feel accessible, welcoming, and human. It’s our way of normalizing conversations about getting help, breaking down stigma, and encouraging people to talk openly about their mental health without fear or shame.

At Lokiten, we want everyone to know that you don’t have to navigate things alone, and you don’t have to pretend you’re fine. Opening up is strength. Reaching out is brave. And talking to your therapist is something to be proud of.

Thank you to everyone who trusts us with their stories!

11/18/2025

As the holidays approach, many people find themselves moving through changes they didn’t plan for, shifts in family dynamics, routines, expectations, or even their own emotional landscape. Transitions can bring excitement, but they can also stir up stress, grief, uncertainty, or a sense of being ungrounded.

Our newest blog, “Navigating Life Transitions: Supporting Your Mental Health Through Change,” explores why these moments can feel heavier than we expect and offers insights on how to navigate them with greater stability and compassion. It touches on the emotional impact of change, the pressure people often feel to “hold it together,” and the importance of support during seasons of uncertainty.

If you’re feeling the weight of a transition right now, big or small, this blog is a valuable resource.
You can read the full post on our website!
https://www.lokitenbh.com/blog/

11/17/2025

Starting off the week, take a moment to pause and check in with yourself.
Ask: “What do I need this week?”

Maybe you need encouragement, clarity, patience, balance, connection, or motivation, or maybe it’s something completely different. Whatever your answer is, let it guide how you move through the next few days. You don’t have to push through the week on empty.

At Lokiten, we’re all about slowing down, tuning in, and giving yourself space to actually feel what’s going on instead of ignoring it. Mindfulness isn’t about perfection, it’s about being present with yourself in a way that feels honest and grounding.

Wishing you a steady, intentional start to the week.

11/16/2025

The RAIN skill is a grounding technique that helps you slow down, understand what you’re feeling, and respond with intention instead of overwhelm. It’s a gentle way to interrupt emotional spirals and reconnect with what’s happening inside of you.

When we Recognize, Allow, Investigate, and Nurture, we create space between the emotion and the reaction. This practice builds self-awareness, reduces reactivity, and supports a more regulated nervous system, especially during moments of stress or uncertainty.

If you’re learning emotion regulation skills or working through difficult feelings, RAIN can be a powerful tool to add to your routine. Our therapists at Lokiten use skills like this every day to help clients strengthen emotional resilience and build healthier patterns.

11/14/2025

If you’re looking for a structured yet flexible level of support, our Intensive Outpatient Program may be the right fit. IOP offers a clinically guided environment where individuals can build skills, receive consistent therapeutic support, and maintain their daily routines at the same time.

As a lower level of care, IOP is ideal for those who do not require residential treatment but benefit from more structure than weekly therapy alone. With small-group settings and evidence-based approaches, participants have the opportunity to strengthen emotional regulation, increase insight, and work toward meaningful, sustainable change.

We offer separate programming for adults and adolescents, allowing each group to receive developmentally appropriate support in a safe and therapeutic environment.

If you’re interested in learning more about either program or determining which level of care is the best fit, our team at Lokiten Behavioral Health is here to help.

11/13/2025

Today, we’re inviting our community to join us in a Random Acts of Kindness Challenge in honor of World Kindness Day.

At Lokiten Behavioral Health, we talk a lot about connection, community, and showing up for one another. Kindness is one of the simplest ways to support mental well-being, for ourselves and for the people around us.

These small acts may seem simple, but they create moments of safety, care, and human connection that matter more than we realize. Even one thoughtful gesture can shift someone’s entire day.

Here’s the challenge:
Choose at least one circle from the graphic and complete that act of kindness today.
Pick whichever one speaks to you or try more than one if you feel inspired.

When you’re done, come back and tell us:
Which act did you choose, and how did it go?
Your experience might inspire someone else.