Adkins Therapy Services, LLC

04/17/2026

⛈️ Storms outside… anxiety inside? You’re not alone.

With this Iowa weather, it’s not just the thunder shaking the house, it can shake your nerves too. If storms make your anxiety spike, here are a few quick ways to stay grounded:

🌧️ Check the facts
Know the difference between a watch and a warning. Having accurate info can calm the “what ifs.”

🧠 Talk back to your thoughts
Instead of “something bad is going to happen,” try:
➡️ “I’m safe right now.”
➡️ “I have a plan if needed.”

🎧 Control your environment
Turn on a fan, TV, music, or white noise to soften the storm sounds.

🫁 Breathe it out
Slow, deep breaths (in for 4, out for 6) can help calm your body fast.

🏡 Have a plan = feel more in control
Know where you’d go in your home if needed. Just having a plan can reduce anxiety significantly.

🤍 Comfort counts
Blanket, pet, cozy spot, don’t underestimate how much this helps your nervous system settle.

If storm anxiety hits you hard (or your kids), it’s okay to talk about it, this is more common than people think.

Stay safe tonight, Iowa 💛

04/03/2026

The Easter Bunny came in for a session today…

We’re working on:
• Not stuffing emotions (or baskets)
• Healthy coping skills > hiding things
• And regulating before hopping to conclusions 🐰

03/28/2026

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just not like yourself lately?

You don’t have to wait until things get worse to get support.

Therapy can help you:
✔ Understand your emotions
✔ Learn practical coping skills
✔ Feel more in control of your life

Now accepting new clients (evenings & weekends available).
📩 Reach out for a free consultation.

03/27/2026

🌈 Distress Tolerance as illustrated by SelfLoveRainbow.

🌈 Here’s how we IMPROVE the moment.
Imagery: Do a guided meditation. Imagine a safe space. Visualize things going well for you and having a positive outcome.

🌈 Meaning: What are you learning from the situation you’re going through? Or what *can* you learn? How is the experience helping you grow? What positives can come from what you’re going through?

🌈 Pause: Give yourself a few moments to take a deep breath. Get in touch with yourself and where you are right now in the moment. Pray or meditate or just close your eyes and listen to nature.

🌈 Relax: Your muscles, your mind, and yourself. Pay attention to where you are holding tension. Unclench your jaw. Give yourself a massage, yoga, or a nice long bath.

🌈 One Thing at a Time: Stay in the present moment. Focus on what’s in front of you. Organize your tasks and start from the top.

🌈 Vacation: Take a deep breath. Do something that releases your tension. Stand up and shake it off, physically. Take 15 minutes just for you.

🌈 Encouragement: Practice positive self-talk. Be kind to yourself. Tell yourself that you’re doing an awesome job. Be your own cheerleader.

If the font and colours don't hit the spot for you, head to our photo album called " Distress Tolerance" where we have alternative examples.

03/17/2026

DBT Skills : What's your battery at ?


[ infographic via SelfLoveRainbow ].

03/11/2026

DBT Skills : Acceptance + Change.

02/25/2026

Ever send a text you regret?
Snap at your partner?
Spiral after one comment?

Try this DBT skill: STOP

🔴 S: Stop.
Pause. Don’t react. Don’t speak yet.

🧍‍♀️ T: Take a step back.
Breathe. Literally. One slow inhale, one slow exhale.

👀 O: Observe.
What am I feeling right now?
What thoughts are showing up?
What’s actually happening vs. what I fear is happening?

🎯 P: Proceed mindfully.
Choose your response instead of reacting on autopilot.

This skill takes 10–30 seconds but it can prevent hours (or days) of damage.

Regulation > Reaction.

If emotional overwhelm feels familiar, you’re not alone. Skills can be learned. 💛

02/24/2026

✨ Meet the Therapist ✨

Hi, I’m Kaylea Adkins, LISW, founder of Adkins Therapy Services.

I’ve been working in the mental health field since 2010, beginning my career as a domestic violence advocate and counselor. Over the years, I’ve served in crisis services, inpatient psychiatric care, mobile crisis response, group therapy, and now as a Clinical Director and ACT Program Manager, while building my private practice right here in our community.

What that means for you:

I’ve sat with people in some of their hardest moments: crisis, trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting stress, and relationship challenges, and I bring that depth of experience into every session.

🌿 I work with:
• Children and teens
• Adults
• Couples
• Families

🧠 I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and PCIT (Parent-Child Interaction Therapy).

My style is warm, direct, and honest.
Therapy with me is both supportive and skill-building. We don’t just process the hard things, we work toward real change.

If you’re:
• Feeling overwhelmed
• Struggling in your relationship
• Navigating parenting challenges
• Healing from trauma
• Or feeling stuck

You don’t have to figure it out alone. 💚

📍Located in Ottumwa
💻 Telehealth or in-person sessions available
📞 Call or text: 641-799-4071

02/19/2026

✨I’m excited to share that Adkins Therapy Services is now approved with Aetna!✨

I currently accept:
• Aetna
• Iowa Medicaid
• Iowa Total Care
• Wellpoint
• Molina
• Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
• UnitedHealthcare
• Private Pay (Sliding Fee Scale Available)

My goal is to make therapy accessible while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for children, teens, adults, couples, and families.

If you’ve been considering starting therapy, this may be a great time to check your benefits. I’m happy to help answer questions about coverage or getting started.

📍 Located in Ottumwa
📞 641-799-4071
📧 kayleaa@adkinstherapyservices.com

You don’t have to navigate things alone. 💙

02/09/2026

02/08/2026

DBT teaches that we all have different “states of mind”:

• Emotion Mind: feelings are in charge
• Reasonable Mind: logic only, feelings pushed away
• Wise Mind: the balance of both

Wise Mind helps us slow down, respond instead of react, and make choices that align with our values-even when emotions are intense.

✨ This is a core DBT skill I use with clients to support emotional regulation, decision-making, and healthier relationships. 💚

01/26/2026

✨ Evening & Weekend Therapy Appointments Available ✨

Life doesn’t always slow down during business hours. Between work, school, parenting, and everything else, taking care of your mental health can feel impossible.

I currently have evening and weekend availability for therapy sessions. These times are especially helpful for individuals and families who need support but can’t make daytime appointments work.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you want to change, or just needing a safe space to talk things through, therapy can help — even if your schedule is busy.

Feel free to message me or reach out through my Psychology Today profile below to see if we’d be a good fit. 💙

Kaylea Adkins, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Ottumwa, IA, 52501, (641) 329-0028, With over 15 years of experience in social work and counseling, I’m deeply passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and growth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing a w...