Relational Healing for All
At the Bloomington Center for Connection, we offer a variety of mental health services grounded in Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT). We believe that people grow through and toward connection and that disconnection is often at the root of emotional struggles. We also believe
Mental Health Service Through a Relational-Cultural Lens
Our services aim not to change individuals to fit into dysfunctional cultural norms, but to empower them to heal in connection and to foster relationships that support mutual growth. These include:
- Relational Therapy: Growth-oriented service focused on deepening connection and self-understanding rather than diagnosing or treating mental illness. Not considered medically necessary or billable to insurance
- Relational Groups: Opportunities to build and experience growth-fostering relationships in a safe, supportive group setting
- Relational Gaming: Opportunities to build relationships and foster personal growth through Tabletop Role-Playing Games, which encourage collaboration, creativity, and mutual understanding
- Sand Tray Therapy: A creative and expressive approach, particularly effective for children and those exploring deep emotional or relational themes
- Trauma-Responsive Care: All our clinicians are skilled in working with trauma, using evidence-based approaches integrated with RCT principles
- Relational Intensives: RCT is uniquely suited to help improve your relationships, whether they are family, adult family, primary relationships, or communities, we can help facilitate healing and connection across difference.
Relational Therapy Memberships
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One Appointment
One relational therapy appointment each month- Meet with a BCC therapist for an individual Relational Therapy session.
- Approximately 50 minutes long
- Option for Sand Tray and other expressive approaches
- Appointments do not roll over
Two Appointments
Two relational therapy appointments each month- Opt for Sand Tray or expressive/playful approaches
- Meet with a BCC therapist for individual Relational Therapy sessions.
- Approximately 50 minutes long
- Appointments do not roll over
Family Membership
A monthly relational intensive- One monthly Relational Intensive for any combination of people in your household (a $200 value)
- Options for play, expressive, or sand tray therapy modalities for the whole family
- Access to the discounted add-on monthly appointments for all identified participants
Supersize Family
Expanded support for the whole family- Up to six appts per month for family members
- Two individual appts can be traded for one Relational Intensive 60-90 minutes. For couples or families of all shapes.
- 50% discount coupon on either Relational RPG group, or Relational Group for one family member.
- Five individual appointments can be used for an extra long couple/family intensive (150-180 min w/break) $350 value
Relational Group
A weekly therapeutic group- Join a weekly therapeutic relational group, normally $40 per week
- Check with us to find out what groups have openings and if they are a good fit for you
Relational RPG
Play your way toward healing- Join a Relational RPG (Role Playing Game) meeting in person, every other week for two hours
- Games led by experienced Game Managers with support from a therapist NPC (non-playing character)
- Learn more here
What Makes Us Unique?
RCT recognizes that healing happens in connection, not isolation. Through mutual empathy, authenticity, and shared power, we support clients in breaking cycles of shame and chronic disconnection. We aren't using the relationship as a tool to help, the relationship actually is the healing agent! We celebrate diversity and actively strive to create an anti-oppressive, affirming environment for all.
Specialized Services
Our team works with a wide range of concerns, including but not limited to:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- Relational challenges
- Isolation
- LGBTQIA+ affirming care
- Stress and burnout
- Systemic oppression and its impact on mental health
Accessible care for all
For those facing financial barriers, we offer therapy with our therapists-in-training, supervised by our licensed clinical social workers. This ensures high-quality care at a lower cost, with the added benefit of collaborative oversight from experienced professionals. Our relational and relational gaming groups are also a lower cost way to improve your mental health.
Whether you’re seeking individual therapy, relational groups, creative modalities like sand tray therapy, or innovative approaches like relational gaming, we are here to support you on your journey toward connection and growth.
Questions?
Contact us with any questions you may have about starting or continuing individual mental health services.