At the BCC, we offer medically necessary mental health services, and relational and family services. This doesn’t mean we value one more over the other. Relational services are preventative, growth-fo…
If you’re a parent seeking help for your IU student, you’re in the right place. Start the intake Is Your IU Student Struggling? A Guide for Out of Town Family Support If you’re reading…
When healing isn’t puppies and rainbows The Uses of Sorrow — Mary OliverSomeone I loved once gave mea box full of darkness.It took me years to understandthat this, too, was a gift. People…
Why AI can’t offer mutuality (and why mutuality is essential to therapy) The beauty of therapy isn’t in perfection—it’s in mutuality. AI can simulate care, but it can’t be your therapist,…
At the Bloomington Center for Connection, we believe healing isn’t a solo journey. Now, you can wear that message wherever you go. Our new merch supports accessible care and looks fantastic….
The first group therapy I participated in was the result of a bargain with my therapist. I was in individual therapy for a while, circling the same themes, feeling stuck in patterns I couldn’t quite…
As the world becomes increasingly complex—social upheaval, political strife, and personal stress—it’s tempting to withdraw and attempt to manage alone. However, Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT)…
Growth-fostering relationships require a willingness to step into the unknown together. RCT provides tools and support to help couples lean into this messiness, understanding that vulnerability is a p…
Avoiding a “Model Me” Disconnect In Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT), Maureen Walker’s concepts of “Model Me” and “Not Me” describe the internalized narratives we carry about who…
Countering Fear-Based Narratives with Relational Wisdom Fear is a powerful motivator. It fuels defensiveness, reinforces hierarchies, and creates division with ease. In a rapidly changing world,…
Connection, not control Neuroscience is a great tool for understanding human meaning-making. It helps us map our inner workings, offering insight into how our brains respond to stress,…
Burnout, then, is not simply an individual failing or a byproduct of working too hard. It is a signal that something in our relational ecosystem needs attention.