Resource Spotlight: SunRISE Center

Written by BE-OK | May 1, 2026 1:30:00 PM

Accessing mental and emotional health services can often feel like a daunting challenge. For many people, overcoming mental health struggles or substance use disorders requires a customized, therapeutic approach, but financial limitations and a lack of local resources can make recovery seem out of reach.

This month BE-OK is spotlighting a community partner hoping to change things for the better: the SunRISE Center. Created by the local non-profit Feed My Sheep, the SunRISE Center is a dedicated mental health and addiction recovery facility focused entirely on providing barrier-free support, counseling, and community to those who need it most.

How the SunRISE Center Began

The SunRISE Center was born out of a direct need voiced by the local community. In the fall of 2022, Feed My Sheep conducted a survey among the individuals they serve to determine the necessity of a dedicated mental health facility. The results were staggering: 96.2% of respondents recognized they were facing some sort of mental or emotional health challenge. Furthermore, 85.8% stated they would utilize an easily accessible facility if mental health services were offered.

Listening to this overwhelming call for help, the organization took action. They established the SunRISE Center at 501 S. 3rd Street in Temple to serve as a calming, accessible environment where anyone can walk in and be told, "You are safe right now and right here."

A Mission Rooted in Safety and Dignity

The core mission of the SunRISE Center is to empower individuals to find dignity, rebuild their self-worth, and establish a true sense of community. The center's focus, embedded in the "RISE" of its name, is dedicated to:

Reduce death by suicide and overdose
Invite to the Gospel community
Safe in mind and body, and
Encourage sober living

By treating the whole person rather than just the symptoms of their struggles, the center bridges the gap between isolation and recovery.

Programs and Support Groups

Through partnerships with licensed volunteer counselors, therapists, and trained community volunteers, the SunRISE Center offers an impressive array of services. Most importantly, all programs are offered completely free of charge to those who need them.

Their mental health and addiction recovery programs include:

Therapy Services: First-class cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and talk therapy designed to help individuals process trauma and build coping skills.
Addiction Recovery: Support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and resources to encourage lasting sobriety.
Trauma and PTSD Support: Specialized groups for individuals who have experienced abuse, domestic violence, past sexual trauma, or severe PTSD.
Grief and Emotional Support: Groups dedicated to navigating loss and general mental health challenges.
Targeted Classes: Regular scheduling for specific needs, including Women’s Domestic Violence Support, Mind and Body Therapy, and Co-ed Anger Management.

Take the Next Step Toward Wellness

Mental health challenges are not something you have to overcome alone. The SunRISE Center is a beautiful example of how community-driven care can provide a pathway to a thriving life.

If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health issues, addiction, or trauma, please know that help is available. We encourage you to seek support with a compassionate provider like the SunRISE Center. Visit the BE-OK.net Resource Page today to discover local mental health tools, connect with support groups, and take the first step on your journey to wellness.

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