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Talk Therapy

Not sure what to talk about in therapy? That’s more common than you think. You might just feel off, stuck, or unsure of what you want—but still know you need someone to talk to. At Better Minds Counseling & Services, you don’t need a clear plan to get started. Therapy can simply be a space to sort through your thoughts, feel heard without judgment, and begin to understand yourself better. Sometimes, just talking is the first step toward feeling like yourself again. Just know that if you are reading this, you are in the right place.

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Ever feel like something’s off, but you can’t explain what?

You’re not alone—and you don’t need to have it all figured out to start therapy. At Better Minds Counseling & Services, we offer a nonjudgmental space to talk through whatever’s on your mind, even if you’re not sure what that is yet. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just need someone to really listen, talk therapy can help you explore your thoughts, understand your patterns, and feel more like yourself again—one conversation at a time.

Talk Therapy

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Talk Therapy When You're Not Sure Where to Start

You know you need someone to talk to, but you're not sure what to say. Maybe things just feel off. You're not in a full-blown crisis, you just know something needs to change. Or maybe life looks fine on the outside, but inside, it feels heavy, lonely, or confusing.

That’s where talk therapy can help.

At Better Minds Counseling & Services, we work with many people who come to therapy without a clear goal. And that’s okay. You don’t need to have it all figured out to get started.

Not Having a Plan? That’s a Plan.

Hear me out… Therapy isn't just for people in crisis nor is it for people who have clearly defined goals. It's also for those moments when you don't have the words, but you have the feeling. Maybe you're:

  • Stuck in a cycle of overthinking or second guessing yourself

  • Struggling with loneliness, even when you're around people

  • Feeling like you're just going through the motions

  • Unsure of what you want, but certain this isn’t it

You don't need a diagnosis or a big event to "qualify" for therapy. You just need a space where you can be heard without judgment. That's what we offer.

What Can Talk Therapy Look Like?

In sessions, we might talk about anything that’s been on your mind lately. That might include:

  • Why your friendships feel one-sided

  • How your family makes you feel guilty for saying no

  • How you feel stressed when trying to get everything done on your to-do list

  • What you want your future to look like, but don't know how to get there

We’ll notice patterns, explore your thoughts, and help you tune into your needs. And over time, you may begin to feel clearer about what matters to you and what changes you want to make.

Sometimes, therapy is the only place people feel safe to say what they really think. That’s powerful.

You Deserve Support Without Needing a Reason

You don’t have to come to therapy with a list of things to fix. Just showing up is enough. You might find that, with time, your goals become clearer. Or you might realize that having a regular place to check in on yourself is exactly what you needed.

This space is yours. Come as you are.

Get Started with a Therapist Who Gets It

At Better Minds Counseling & Services, our therapists are down-to-earth, compassionate, and real. We know how it feels to be human. We’re here to listen, ask questions, and help you feel a little more like yourself again.

If you're not sure what you want to talk about in therapy, that's a great place to begin.

Schedule your free 15-minute consultation and take the first step today.

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Now What?

Here are the next steps to starting therapy today!

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  • Complete the form on the Contact page.

  • Better Minds admin will email you to schedule an intro meeting with your preferred/best matched therapist.

    (What is an intro meeting? Some therapists call this a consultation or consult call. It is a free 15-minute meeting with a therapist to discuss what is bringing to seek therapy, how that therapist works in therapy appointments, and any questions you may have).

  • You will have the intro meeting with your therapist and schedule your first appointment.

  • After your intro meeting, Better Minds admin will email you the initial paperwork (consents, etc.) to review before your first appointment.