Psychotherapy Services

What Is Psychotherapy?

Starting therapy can feel like a big, even scary step — especially if you’re not sure what to expect. That’s completely normal. Many people feel nervous before their first session. The truth is, psychotherapy isn’t about being “analyzed” or “fixed.” It’s about support, understanding, and growth.

A Safe Space to Talk

Psychotherapy (often just called “therapy”) is a private, judgment-free space where you can talk openly about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Your therapist’s role isn’t to tell you what to do — it’s to listen, help you make sense of what’s going on, and work with you to find ways forward that fit you.

You Set the Pace

There’s no pressure to share everything right away. You can take your time. Good therapy happens at a pace that feels safe and comfortable. You’re in control of what you talk about, and your therapist will help you feel grounded as you go.

How It Helps

Therapy can help with things like:

Anxiety, stress, panic, OCD
Depression or low mood
Children's emotions and behaviors
Parenting
Relationship or family challenges
Grief and loss
Feeling “stuck” or unsure about life decisions
Healing from trauma or painful experiences
Reducing chronic pain

But therapy isn’t just for when things feel hard. Many people use it as a space to grow, learn more about themselves, and live with more clarity and confidence.

What Happens in a Session

Therapy sessions last 45–50 minutes. You’ll talk with your therapist — sometimes about specific problems, sometimes about how you’re feeling day to day. Together, you’ll explore patterns, develop new coping tools, and find ways to move toward the life you want. Every therapist has their own approach, but the goal is always the same: to help you feel understood and supported.

At Sugar Bend Center, we offer therapy sessions In Person and Virtual, whatever works best for your needs.

You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Therapy is a reminder that you don’t have to face life’s challenges on your own. It’s a place where you can be heard, believed, and supported — maybe for the first time in a long time.

What Kind of Therapy Do You Offer?

At Sugar Bend Center, we offer therapy for Children, Adolescents, Parents, Adults, and Couples. Each provider has different specialties. If you are not sure who you should request, check out our Providers Page, or call our office. Our fantastic front office staff are here to help!

We Offer Many "Types" of Therapy

You may have heard about different types of therapy — like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Parenting Therapy, or others. All of our psychologists are trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches and will tailor therapy to your specific needs. You don’t have to know exactly what kind of therapy you need — you and your therapist will work together to find the approach that fits you best. Below are some of the therapy approaches offered at Sugar Bend Center.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, evidence-based approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. In CBT, you’ll learn to recognize unhelpful patterns, challenge negative thinking, and develop healthier ways to cope with life’s challenges. It’s focused on the present and gives you concrete tools you can start using right away to feel more in control and balanced.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds off of CBT. It focuses on helping people manage intense emotions, build healthier relationships, and handle stress more effectively. It combines acceptance and change — teaching mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills so you can feel more balanced and in control of your life.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is also related to CBT. If focuses on helping you build a more meaningful life by learning to accept what you can’t control and take action on what truly matters to you. Instead of fighting difficult thoughts or feelings, ACT teaches mindfulness and self-compassion, helping you stay present and move forward in line with your values.

Parenting/Behavior Management Training helps parents understand their child’s behavior and develop effective, positive strategies for change. Through guidance and practical tools, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, reinforce positive behaviors, and respond calmly to challenges—creating a more peaceful, cooperative home environment.

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) is a highly effective therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. It helps you gradually face the thoughts or situations that trigger fear or distress while learning to resist the urge to engage in compulsive behaviors. Over time, this process reduces anxiety and helps you regain a sense of control and freedom in your daily life.

Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) is a mind-body approach that helps retrain the brain to interpret pain signals more accurately. Many people experience chronic pain that’s maintained by the brain even after the body has healed. PRT teaches you to shift your relationship with pain through education, mindfulness, and gentle emotional work—helping reduce fear, calm the nervous system, and relieve pain naturally.

Trauma-Informed Care recognizes how past experiences of trauma can shape the way you think, feel, and relate to the world today. This approach focuses on creating a sense of safety, trust, and empowerment in therapy. Rather than asking “What’s wrong with you?” it asks, “How have past events impacted you today?"—helping you heal at your own pace while building resilience and self-compassion.

Eclectic Therapy is a flexible approach that draws from different therapy styles to best fit your unique needs. Instead of following one specific method, your therapist combines techniques from evidence-based practices—such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapies—to create a personalized plan that supports your goals and growth.