Lykins Counseling Clinic of Indiana

Lykins Counseling Clinic of Indiana Counseling and Mental Health Clinic

Dr. Angela Lykins is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist whose practice has developed into providing services to children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, and families. Dr. Lykins opened the Clinic in 1999 and has worked diligently to provide a continuum of services in a private, outpatient mental health setting. The mission of Lykins Counseling Clinic is to provide high quality direct care to those

individuals and families with mental health challenges helping them to enjoy the best possible quality of life.

Anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone — and understanding the different types can help you better recognize what yo...
04/20/2026

Anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone — and understanding the different types can help you better recognize what you or someone else may be experiencing. 💭

Here are a few common anxiety disorders:
🧠 Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Ongoing, excessive worry about everyday things
⚡ Panic Disorder: Sudden panic attacks with physical symptoms like a racing heart or shortness of breath
👥 Social Anxiety: Intense fear of being judged or embarrassed in social situations
🎯 Phobias: Strong fear of a specific object or situation (like flying, heights or animals)
💔 Separation Anxiety: Fear of being away from loved ones
😟 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions)

Anxiety is more than just stress — but it’s also treatable, and support is available. 🤝 If these feelings are impacting your daily life, reaching out to a mental health professional can be an important next step.

Click here to learn more: http://spr.ly/6186BB6BYg

Everyone feels stressed sometimes — it’s a natural part of life. 💭The good news? Small activities can help calm your min...
04/14/2026

Everyone feels stressed sometimes — it’s a natural part of life. 💭
The good news? Small activities can help calm your mind and reset your body when stress starts to build.

Research shows that practices like meditation, breathing exercises and yoga can make a real difference. For example:

🧠 Mindfulness and meditation programs have been shown to significantly reduce stress and distress levels in participants.
🌬️ Studies reviewing dozens of breathing interventions found most breathing practices were effective at reducing stress and anxiety symptoms.
🧘 Even a single 45-minute yoga session has been shown to improve anxiety and stress levels in adults. (National Library of Medicine)

Try a few simple activities when you’re feeling overwhelmed:
🧘‍♀️ Meditation to quiet your thoughts
🌬️ Slow, deep breathing to relax your body
🧠 Progressive muscle relaxation (tense and release muscles)
🧘 Gentle movement like yoga or tai chi

Click the link to learn more: http://spr.ly/6182B6NbNM 🌿

Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in your thoughts? Creativity can be a surprisingly helpful way to calm your mind. 🎨🧠 When y...
04/03/2026

Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in your thoughts? Creativity can be a surprisingly helpful way to calm your mind. 🎨🧠

When you focus on a creative activity, your brain shifts away from anxious thoughts and into the present moment — a key part of mindfulness that can help ease stress and improve your mood.

This could look like:
🎨 Coloring or drawing
📓 Journaling your thoughts
🧩 Working on a puzzle
🌿 Gardening or caring for plants
🍪 Trying a new recipe
🕺 Moving your body with yoga or dance

What’s one creative thing you enjoy doing?

🧠💜 The mental load women carry — and why it’s realThe mental load isn’t just about doing tasks — it’s about remembering,...
03/30/2026

🧠💜 The mental load women carry — and why it’s real

The mental load isn’t just about doing tasks — it’s about remembering, planning, anticipating, and managing them. For many wives, it’s the constant background work that keeps daily life running.

📚 A typical day might include:
• Remembering appointments, birthdays, school deadlines, and groceries
• Planning meals, coordinating schedules, and managing household needs
• Checking in on everyone’s emotional well-being
• Problem-solving before issues even come up
• Balancing work responsibilities alongside home logistics

This invisible labor adds up. Over time, it can lead to cognitive overload, chronic stress, and burnout — even when it’s not easily seen or acknowledged.

💡 Why naming it matters:
When the mental load goes unrecognized, women may feel overwhelmed, guilty, or like they’re “failing” — when in reality, they’re carrying an unequal share of responsibility. Recognizing mental load as a mental health issue helps open conversations, redistribute labor, and support well-being.

💛 You’re not imagining it. And you don’t have to carry it alone.
👉 Learn more about mental health support and resources at http://spr.ly/6187B6YhOc

🤝💜 Help close the gapsWhile progress has been made toward gender equality, gaps still exist — especially in workplaces a...
03/16/2026

🤝💜 Help close the gaps

While progress has been made toward gender equality, gaps still exist — especially in workplaces and communities. Women often face lower pay, fewer advancement opportunities, more criticism, and less recognition, even in similar roles.

📚 Closing these gaps starts with everyday actions:
• Support women in reaching their goals through mentorship and advocacy
• Listen — and make space for women’s voices to be heard
• Speak up when you see discrimination or bias
• Respect privacy and avoid gossip
• Create inclusive environments where everyone feels welcome
• Encourage continued learning, growth, and leadership opportunities

💡 Why this matters: Small, consistent actions help build trust, equity, and safer spaces where women can thrive — personally, professionally, and emotionally.

Needing more support? http://spr.ly/6180B6uR3Y

🧠🌸 Perimenopause and mental health: what to knowPerimenopause is a natural life transition — but the hormonal changes th...
03/13/2026

🧠🌸 Perimenopause and mental health: what to know
Perimenopause is a natural life transition — but the hormonal changes that happen during this time can affect both physical and mental well-being. It can begin as early as someone’s 30s, last several years, and look different for everyone.

📚 During perimenopause, shifting estrogen levels can influence brain chemicals like serotonin, which plays a role in mood. Many women report:
• Irritability or mood swings
• Increased anxiety or low mood
• Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
• Sleep disruption from symptoms like night sweats or hot flashes
Mental health challenges during perimenopause are often shaped by both biology and life context. Career demands, caregiving responsibilities, relationship changes, and stress can all overlap — making this season feel especially overwhelming.

💛 Why awareness matters:
Understanding what’s happening can reduce self-blame and help people seek support earlier. Tools like therapy, stress management strategies, and medical guidance can make this transition more manageable.
You’re not doing anything wrong — and you don’t have to navigate this alone
👉 Learn more about mental health support and care options at http://spr.ly/6187B6zXbU

🧠👶 Figuring out fertility starts with understanding your reproductive healthFertility isn’t always an easy topic to talk...
03/10/2026

🧠👶 Figuring out fertility starts with understanding your reproductive health

Fertility isn’t always an easy topic to talk about — but learning more can help you make informed decisions, whether you’re trying to get pregnant now or considering children in the future.
In this episode, Gabriela Marmolejos and Nikki Battiste share insights on fertility, common questions, and why understanding reproductive health is an important part of overall well-being.

📚 This conversation covers:
• Why fertility isn’t discussed enough
• What reproductive health means across different life stages
• How knowledge can support informed, confident choices

👉 Listen to the episode to learn more and explore fertility with clarity and care. http://spr.ly/6182B61CRw

💜🧠 Raising awareness for women’s mental healthMental health affects everyone — but women and girls worldwide experience ...
03/02/2026

💜🧠 Raising awareness for women’s mental health
Mental health affects everyone — but women and girls worldwide experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and PTSD due to a mix of biological, social, and economic factors.

📚 Factors that can increase mental health risk for women include:
• Exposure to physical or sexual violence
• Economic stress and lower-paying, high-pressure jobs
• Limited access to quality health care and education
• Major life transitions like parenthood, menopause, loss, or career changes

Mental health challenges don’t always look the same. Common signs can include:
• Ongoing sadness, worry, or irritability
• Changes in sleep, energy, or eating habits
• Physical aches or digestive issues
• Difficulty managing daily stress or responsibilities

💛 The good news: mental health conditions are treatable, and support can make a meaningful difference in quality of life.

👉 Learn more about women’s mental health and available support at http://spr.ly/6181h2jHH

🍽️🧠 Hunger vs. Emotional Hunger: What’s the difference?Physical hunger is your body’s biological signal that it needs en...
02/20/2026

🍽️🧠 Hunger vs. Emotional Hunger: What’s the difference?

Physical hunger is your body’s biological signal that it needs energy. It typically develops gradually and may be felt as stomach growling, low energy, irritability, or difficulty concentrating. Physical hunger is usually satisfied by a range of foods and leads to a sense of fullness.
Emotional hunger is driven by feelings rather than physical need. It can appear suddenly and is often linked to stress, boredom, sadness, anxiety, or habit. Emotional hunger may feel urgent and be connected to specific comfort foods, and eating may not lead to lasting satisfaction.

📚 Why this matters:
Both types of hunger are real and valid. Understanding the difference can help you respond more intentionally — whether that means nourishing your body, addressing an emotional need, or both. This awareness supports a healthier relationship with food and can reduce guilt or confusion around eating.

💡 Try a gentle pause before eating:
• What am I feeling right now?
• When did I last eat?
• What might help me feel more supported in this moment?

👉 Learn more about mental health, nutrition, and supportive strategies at http://spr.ly/6183h9jgH

🍽️🧠 Why there aren’t “good” and “bad” foodsMany of us have been taught to label food as good, bad, clean, or junk. But t...
02/16/2026

🍽️🧠 Why there aren’t “good” and “bad” foods

Many of us have been taught to label food as good, bad, clean, or junk. But this way of thinking comes from diet culture — and it can lead to guilt, shame, and an unhealthy relationship with food.

✨ The all-foods-fit approach offers a different perspective:
All foods provide energy, and no single food defines your health, discipline, or worth. Nutrition isn’t about morality — it’s about balance, nourishment, and flexibility.
Research shows that labeling foods as “bad” can increase stress around eating and make it harder to listen to your body’s natural hunger and fullness cues. Removing these labels helps people build a more sustainable, supportive relationship with food.

💡 What all-foods-fit means:
• Allowing variety in meals and snacks
• Making room for enjoyment and nourishment
• Letting go of guilt around eating
• Focusing on overall patterns — not perfection

👉 Learn more about nutrition and mental well-being at: http://spr.ly/6187hZYZb

🧠🎧 What you eat can affect how you think, feel, and function.In Optimum Nutrition for the Mind, nutrition expert Patrick...
02/11/2026

🧠🎧 What you eat can affect how you think, feel, and function.
In Optimum Nutrition for the Mind, nutrition expert Patrick Holford explores the science behind how food influences mood, memory, focus, and brain performance. Research increasingly shows that nutrition plays a meaningful role in supporting mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall cognitive health.

This listen covers:
• How nutrients support brain chemistry
• The connection between diet and mood
• Why fueling your brain matters just as much as fueling your body
Understanding the mind–nutrition connection can help you make more informed choices that support both mental and physical well-being.

👉 Listen here: http://spr.ly/6181hPokb

🚶‍♀️📆 Movement plan: A 30-day challenge to a healthier youMovement doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing to make a differenc...
02/06/2026

🚶‍♀️📆 Movement plan: A 30-day challenge to a healthier you

Movement doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing to make a difference. This worksheet helps you create a realistic, personalized movement plan — one that fits your life, your energy, and your goals.

📝 How to use this worksheet:
1️⃣ Set a simple movement goal (like reducing stress or staying active)
2️⃣ Identify your “why” — what matters most to you
3️⃣ Choose movement you actually enjoy
4️⃣ Plan small, doable ways to move each day
5️⃣ Track how you feel before, during, and after
✨ Research shows that consistent, enjoyable movement supports both physical and mental well-being — and even small steps can add up over time.

👉 Find the worksheet here: http://spr.ly/6183hJ7cW

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4221 N Broadway Avenue
Muncie, IN
47303

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Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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