Business Details
Expert Mental Health Therapy in Muncie, Indiana
Blackbird Psychological Services was founded in response to a critical need for specialized mental health care in Muncie, Indiana. Our team of doctoral-level psychologists brings decades of combined experience in addressing anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship challenges. We distinguish ourselves through an integrative approach that combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with personalized care tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our practice emphasizes whole-person treatment, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, and physical health while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality.Through ongoing professional development and peer consultation, we ensure our therapeutic approaches remain at the forefront of psychological science. Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through both in-office and telehealth options, while our collaborative matching process ensures clients connect with the therapist best suited to their specific needs. We prioritize cultural competency, actively creating safe spaces for diverse identities including LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals. This dedication to comprehensive, affirming care has established us as a trusted mental health provider in east-central Indiana.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Counseling
Grief Therapy
Couples Counseling
Chronic Illness Support
Burnout Recovery
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
Adult ADHD Therapy
Telehealth Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer therapy led by doctoral-level psychologists with decades of combined clinical experience
- Our individualized approach tailors therapeutic techniques to your specific needs and goals
- We specialize in treating healthcare workers, high-achievers, and individuals facing life transitions
- Our practice emphasizes cultural competency for LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and diverse identities
- We provide both in-person and telehealth therapy sessions to accommodate your schedule
What people say
Transformed anxiety into awareness
Personalized coping strategies
Supportive therapeutic environment
Improved relationships
Feeling hopeful again
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Our anxiety therapy helps clients develop practical tools to manage symptoms and regain daily functioning. Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy, we address both the physiological and psychological aspects of anxiety. Clients learn to identify triggers and develop personalized coping strategies that promote long-term resilience.
Depression Counseling
Our depression counseling focuses on uncovering root causes while building actionable recovery strategies. We combine interpersonal therapy with mindfulness techniques to help clients reconnect with their values and rediscover motivation. Treatment emphasizes gradual behavioral activation and cognitive restructuring to break depressive cycles.
Grief Therapy
Specialized grief therapy addresses complicated bereavement through narrative and existential approaches. We help clients process loss while maintaining connection to what matters most. Our therapists work with both recent losses and unresolved past grief that continues to impact current functioning.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication patterns and emotional connection. Using evidence-based modalities, we help partners navigate conflicts and rebuild trust. Sessions emphasize developing mutual understanding while addressing specific relationship challenges affecting intimacy and partnership.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure telehealth therapy provides accessible mental health care through HIPAA-compliant platforms. This option maintains the same therapeutic quality while offering flexibility for Indiana residents. Our virtual sessions ensure continuity of care regardless of location or mobility limitations.
People
Erin Sadler
Executive Director
Dr. Sadler integrates existential inquiry with narrative approaches to help clients reshape self-limiting stories. Her background as both psychologist and creative arts professional informs her unique therapeutic perspective that honors each client's lived experience.
Lauren Cunningham
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Cunningham specializes in comprehensive psychological evaluations for the Department of Defense and Veterans. Her military service experience informs her culturally responsive care that recognizes how diverse backgrounds shape individual mental health needs.
Jodi Nixon
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Nixon focuses on the intersection of physical and emotional health, offering cognitive-behavioral techniques with humanistic insights. Her extensive collaboration with medical specialists provides unique perspective on managing psychological aspects of chronic health conditions.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, adult ADHD, and burnout. Our therapists have particular expertise working with healthcare workers and high-achievers facing life transitions.
Do you accept insurance?
We verify benefits as a courtesy, but recommend contacting your provider directly to confirm mental health coverage details including deductibles, session limits, and telehealth reimbursement policies.
What therapy formats do you offer?
We provide both in-office sessions at our Muncie location and secure telehealth therapy via HIPAA-compliant platforms for Indiana residents.
How do I find the right therapist?
During your free consultation, we'll match you with the therapist whose expertise and style best aligns with your specific needs and treatment goals.
Do you offer couples therapy?
Yes, we provide evidence-based couples counseling to help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their relationship foundation through collaborative therapeutic approaches.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24 hours notice for appointment changes or cancellations to avoid charges. New clients must complete paperwork through our secure portal at least 24 hours before initial sessions.
