Suicidal Ideation Psychologists and Therapists in South Melbourne, VIC
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist offering individual therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. These may include depression, anxiety, phobia, panic attacks, complex trauma, loss and grief, PTSD, emotional overwhelm, sexual abuse, eating disorders, personality disorders, low self-esteem, and relationship problems.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist offering individual therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. These may include depression, anxiety, phobia, panic attacks, complex trauma, loss and grief, PTSD, emotional overwhelm, sexual abuse, eating disorders, personality disorders, low self-esteem, and relationship problems.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
I'm a qualified counsellor with a background in visual art. In sculpture, my process is one of layering and uncovering—of allowing for something unexpected to emerge through close attention and curiosity. In a similar way, therapy can bring patterns, memories, and underlying meanings into focus. As a therapist, I offer a space where people can discuss their thoughts, feelings, and personal history in an environment that is open, confidential, and free from judgement. My role is not to provide advice or ready-made solutions, but to support the process of exploration and encourage curiosity along the way.
I'm a qualified counsellor with a background in visual art. In sculpture, my process is one of layering and uncovering—of allowing for something unexpected to emerge through close attention and curiosity. In a similar way, therapy can bring patterns, memories, and underlying meanings into focus. As a therapist, I offer a space where people can discuss their thoughts, feelings, and personal history in an environment that is open, confidential, and free from judgement. My role is not to provide advice or ready-made solutions, but to support the process of exploration and encourage curiosity along the way.
I work with trauma survivors and neurodiverse adults who typically have difficulties with challenges such as anxiety, anger management, avoidance, catastrophising, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, procrastination, relationship difficulties and / or substance use.
Using EMDR, somatic and neuro-affirmative approaches I aim to help you settle your Central Nervous System so life feels more calm.
I offer a space where distressing thoughts can be explored safely - with empathy, courage, imagination and some humour - but no nonsense.
I work with trauma survivors and neurodiverse adults who typically have difficulties with challenges such as anxiety, anger management, avoidance, catastrophising, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, procrastination, relationship difficulties and / or substance use.
Using EMDR, somatic and neuro-affirmative approaches I aim to help you settle your Central Nervous System so life feels more calm.
I offer a space where distressing thoughts can be explored safely - with empathy, courage, imagination and some humour - but no nonsense.
I feel passionate about helping people make meaningful, sustainable, and healthy changes in their lives. I aim to work respectfully and collaboratively with people so that clients build their own independence and develop ways to manage life stressors more effectively, in addition to their own thoughts, feelings and behaviours. A comfortable, empathetic and supportive therapeutic relationship is also very important in my approach, and research shows that this is essential in best outcomes for clients. I generally work on a wide range of mental health and life issues and the approaches I work with are all evidence-based interventions.
I feel passionate about helping people make meaningful, sustainable, and healthy changes in their lives. I aim to work respectfully and collaboratively with people so that clients build their own independence and develop ways to manage life stressors more effectively, in addition to their own thoughts, feelings and behaviours. A comfortable, empathetic and supportive therapeutic relationship is also very important in my approach, and research shows that this is essential in best outcomes for clients. I generally work on a wide range of mental health and life issues and the approaches I work with are all evidence-based interventions.
As a dedicated and interpersonal child and parent psychotherapist, I specialise in counselling and therapeutically coaching parents and/or carers using Filial and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I see parents of children with psychological, psychosocial and communication issues, including Neurodivergent children and children with developmental delays or disabilities, through the individualised therapeutic involvement with parents and/or carers. I have a special interest in Integrating Child-Centred Play Therapy with Gestalt speech acquisition.
As a dedicated and interpersonal child and parent psychotherapist, I specialise in counselling and therapeutically coaching parents and/or carers using Filial and Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I see parents of children with psychological, psychosocial and communication issues, including Neurodivergent children and children with developmental delays or disabilities, through the individualised therapeutic involvement with parents and/or carers. I have a special interest in Integrating Child-Centred Play Therapy with Gestalt speech acquisition.
Danielle de Guara (BA(Hons)(Psych/Psychophysiol), MPsych(Org), MPsych(Clin), MAPS) is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist. Danielle provides a safe place to explore and treat all areas of mental health, personal concerns and well-being. A compassionate and open-minded psychologist, Danielle offers an opportunity for self-exploration, insight and growth. Treatment is individual and evidence-based.
Danielle de Guara (BA(Hons)(Psych/Psychophysiol), MPsych(Org), MPsych(Clin), MAPS) is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist. Danielle provides a safe place to explore and treat all areas of mental health, personal concerns and well-being. A compassionate and open-minded psychologist, Danielle offers an opportunity for self-exploration, insight and growth. Treatment is individual and evidence-based.
I work with a variety of people including those suffering depression and anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders including borderline personality disorder, as well as dissociative disorders and complex mood conditions. I also work frequently with OCD and sexual addictions/disorders. My approach is holistic and focused on identifying your needs and goals, and how we can best achieve these together. I am a clinical psychologist and focus strongly on the assessment process - I believe it's important to establish exactly what may be happening so that we are on the same page. Treatment is always tailored to the individual
I work with a variety of people including those suffering depression and anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders including borderline personality disorder, as well as dissociative disorders and complex mood conditions. I also work frequently with OCD and sexual addictions/disorders. My approach is holistic and focused on identifying your needs and goals, and how we can best achieve these together. I am a clinical psychologist and focus strongly on the assessment process - I believe it's important to establish exactly what may be happening so that we are on the same page. Treatment is always tailored to the individual
I am a bilingual psychologist (English and Greek) working with anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, depression, trauma, attention deficits, autism, grief and loss, chronic pain, relationship and family difficulties, life transitions, and workplace stress. I also work with bullying, social skills difficulties and self-esteem. Deciding to engage in therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming and this is normal. I offer a safe, non-judgemental and supportive therapeutic space to help you move forward in your journey of healing and growth. I believe in empowering clients and developing personal strengths to achieve long lasting change.
I am a bilingual psychologist (English and Greek) working with anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, depression, trauma, attention deficits, autism, grief and loss, chronic pain, relationship and family difficulties, life transitions, and workplace stress. I also work with bullying, social skills difficulties and self-esteem. Deciding to engage in therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming and this is normal. I offer a safe, non-judgemental and supportive therapeutic space to help you move forward in your journey of healing and growth. I believe in empowering clients and developing personal strengths to achieve long lasting change.
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
I am passionate about helping clients turn emotional challenges into emotional growth. I believe that everyone has inner strengths to overcome challenges and has the potential to live a rich and meaningful life. I can offer immediate appointments for new clients.
I am passionate about helping clients turn emotional challenges into emotional growth. I believe that everyone has inner strengths to overcome challenges and has the potential to live a rich and meaningful life. I can offer immediate appointments for new clients.
Dr. Laura Knox is a Counselling Psychologist with 10 years experience working with adults facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues.
Laura draws on a number of therapeutic approaches, including Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, ACT and CBT to help people address life stressors, improve psychological health, build stronger relationships, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
Laura also works with couples to help them improve their communication, reconnect, and realign their relationship.
Dr. Laura Knox is a Counselling Psychologist with 10 years experience working with adults facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues.
Laura draws on a number of therapeutic approaches, including Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, ACT and CBT to help people address life stressors, improve psychological health, build stronger relationships, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
Laura also works with couples to help them improve their communication, reconnect, and realign their relationship.
Navigating the intricate landscape of mental health, I specialize in supporting adolescents, young adults, and middle-aged individuals. From attachment and trauma to anxiety, relationship challenges, career stress, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, self-harm, substance abuse, low self-esteem, ADHD, complex trauma, and BPD – I address a diverse range of concerns. With a compassionate approach, we embark on a healing journey tailored to the unique needs of each individual, fostering resilience and well-being. Together, we navigate the complexities, promoting growth and empowerment in the face of various mental health challenges.
Navigating the intricate landscape of mental health, I specialize in supporting adolescents, young adults, and middle-aged individuals. From attachment and trauma to anxiety, relationship challenges, career stress, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, self-harm, substance abuse, low self-esteem, ADHD, complex trauma, and BPD – I address a diverse range of concerns. With a compassionate approach, we embark on a healing journey tailored to the unique needs of each individual, fostering resilience and well-being. Together, we navigate the complexities, promoting growth and empowerment in the face of various mental health challenges.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I offer a rebate with my service under a Mental Health Care Plan.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I offer a rebate with my service under a Mental Health Care Plan.
Hello! I'm YY, a clinical psychologist who works with clients experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, life transitions. I often work with the nurses using crisis intervention skills and I'm a strong advocate for positive workplace culture. I also work with couples, as I believe that solid familial foundation is crucial to a person's development.
In my approach to therapy, I prioritise compassion and creating a safe and supportive environment for self-exploration, as I believe that healing and growth can thrive in such a space.
Hello! I'm YY, a clinical psychologist who works with clients experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, life transitions. I often work with the nurses using crisis intervention skills and I'm a strong advocate for positive workplace culture. I also work with couples, as I believe that solid familial foundation is crucial to a person's development.
In my approach to therapy, I prioritise compassion and creating a safe and supportive environment for self-exploration, as I believe that healing and growth can thrive in such a space.
Feeling you need support outside of your family and friends? Not sure about changing or enhancing some aspect of your life? I work with adults, couples and older teenagers looking for solutions. Knowing WHY a pattern keeps showing up or being aware of a past trauma or event can be helpful, AND sometimes "why" just isn't enough to create the change. Combining Gestalt psychotherapy with SE (Somatic Experiencing), we can begin to shift the patterns that are stored in our bodies and our mind memory.
Contact me right now and let’s get working!
Feeling you need support outside of your family and friends? Not sure about changing or enhancing some aspect of your life? I work with adults, couples and older teenagers looking for solutions. Knowing WHY a pattern keeps showing up or being aware of a past trauma or event can be helpful, AND sometimes "why" just isn't enough to create the change. Combining Gestalt psychotherapy with SE (Somatic Experiencing), we can begin to shift the patterns that are stored in our bodies and our mind memory.
Contact me right now and let’s get working!
I’m a general psychologist working with adults across a wide range of issues, with a special interest in perinatal psychology. I support women and parents before, during and after pregnancy who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, flat or depressed, or unlike themselves. Many experience intrusive thoughts, guilt, birth trauma, loss, or a sense that parenthood is not what they expected. Clients often seek relief from emotional distress, support with relationships, a better understanding of what they’re experiencing, and help to feel more grounded, confident and connected, without judgment.
I’m a general psychologist working with adults across a wide range of issues, with a special interest in perinatal psychology. I support women and parents before, during and after pregnancy who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, flat or depressed, or unlike themselves. Many experience intrusive thoughts, guilt, birth trauma, loss, or a sense that parenthood is not what they expected. Clients often seek relief from emotional distress, support with relationships, a better understanding of what they’re experiencing, and help to feel more grounded, confident and connected, without judgment.
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My practice draws on ACT, DBT, and the Power Threat Meaning Framework, as well as Intentional Peer Support and Alternatives to Suicide approaches.
I'm Rach, a lived experience mental health social worker, and the founder of Inspire Me Melbourne. I created this private practice to bridge the gap between clinical and lived experience perspectives, with the hope of creating a more authentic, collaborative, and human experience of support, where people feel genuinely understood and less alone.
My practice draws on ACT, DBT, and the Power Threat Meaning Framework, as well as Intentional Peer Support and Alternatives to Suicide approaches.
I'm Rach, a lived experience mental health social worker, and the founder of Inspire Me Melbourne. I created this private practice to bridge the gap between clinical and lived experience perspectives, with the hope of creating a more authentic, collaborative, and human experience of support, where people feel genuinely understood and less alone.
I'm a Registered Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor, and Level 2-trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner who helps adults heal from trauma, reconnect with themselves, and develop a more compassionate relationship with all parts of who they are. Many of the people I work with are carrying the effects of trauma, anxiety, self-criticism, or difficult relationship experiences. They often feel stuck in familiar patterns or disconnected from themselves in ways that are hard to understand. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, supported, and able to explore these experiences with curiosity and compassion.
I'm a Registered Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor, and Level 2-trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner who helps adults heal from trauma, reconnect with themselves, and develop a more compassionate relationship with all parts of who they are. Many of the people I work with are carrying the effects of trauma, anxiety, self-criticism, or difficult relationship experiences. They often feel stuck in familiar patterns or disconnected from themselves in ways that are hard to understand. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, supported, and able to explore these experiences with curiosity and compassion.
On top of that, I implement research-based talk therapy, harm-minimisation approaches to self-harm and Alternatives-To- Suicide framework.
I have a strong desire to support LGBTQIA+ people from an Asian background who struggle with intergenerational trauma. They might have faced a lot of hardship growing up, especially finding themselves within the intersectionality of being Asian, LGBTQIA+ and possibly an immigrant/first/second-generation. They might want to know where they fit and how they can find like-minded people. Those are the people I am passionate supporting.
On top of that, I implement research-based talk therapy, harm-minimisation approaches to self-harm and Alternatives-To- Suicide framework.
I have a strong desire to support LGBTQIA+ people from an Asian background who struggle with intergenerational trauma. They might have faced a lot of hardship growing up, especially finding themselves within the intersectionality of being Asian, LGBTQIA+ and possibly an immigrant/first/second-generation. They might want to know where they fit and how they can find like-minded people. Those are the people I am passionate supporting.
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Suicidal Ideation Therapists
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.