Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Oakville, ON

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Kristy DaSilva
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, CRPO, BSc
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6K
I work with children, teens and adults who present with various mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, behavioural problems, self-harm, and suicidal ideations. I aim to provide you with a safe and confidential space where you can speak freely about your experience without any fear of judgement. I am here to listen and will follow your lead, moving at whatever pace feels comfortable for you.
I work with children, teens and adults who present with various mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, behavioural problems, self-harm, and suicidal ideations. I aim to provide you with a safe and confidential space where you can speak freely about your experience without any fear of judgement. I am here to listen and will follow your lead, moving at whatever pace feels comfortable for you.
(289) 274-1549 View (289) 274-1549
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Myah Izzard
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
Reaching out for psychological help and support is a courageous and challenging first step. I’m happy you found your way here. I hold space for you to show up as your true and authentic self, and tailor treatment to your specific therapeutic needs and goals. Whether you’re living with depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, suicidal ideation, or struggling with shame, self-acceptance/self-esteem, relationships, or life transitions - this is a safe space to process and work through all that life has thrown your way.
Reaching out for psychological help and support is a courageous and challenging first step. I’m happy you found your way here. I hold space for you to show up as your true and authentic self, and tailor treatment to your specific therapeutic needs and goals. Whether you’re living with depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, suicidal ideation, or struggling with shame, self-acceptance/self-esteem, relationships, or life transitions - this is a safe space to process and work through all that life has thrown your way.
(289) 401-5348 View (289) 401-5348
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East Lake Centre
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
We offer psychological assessment and psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, and families. We provide support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, emotion regulation and behavioural challenges, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, ADHD, learning disabilities, life transitions, infertility, postpartum-related problems, stress & burnout, work-related trauma, body image issues, perfectionism, low self-esteem, parent-child relationship difficulties, and parenting in general.
We offer psychological assessment and psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, and families. We provide support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, emotion regulation and behavioural challenges, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, ADHD, learning disabilities, life transitions, infertility, postpartum-related problems, stress & burnout, work-related trauma, body image issues, perfectionism, low self-esteem, parent-child relationship difficulties, and parenting in general.
(289) 302-8347 View (289) 302-8347
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Johann Kong
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L
Hi. I’m Johann (pronounced “Yo-Han”). I’ve been a therapist for over 30yrs mostly working with children and families. For the last decade+ I am working at two hospitals in Psychiatry (Adult/Children) patients manage major mental health and addictions along with private practice work. I bring insight and knowledge to help people navigating challenges that emerge from a wide range of mental health difficulties such as mood disorders, emotion dysregulation, suicide ideation, self-harm, trauma, grief and loss, separation and divorce, borderline personality disorder traits, OCD, ODD and ADHD other developmental difficulties.
Hi. I’m Johann (pronounced “Yo-Han”). I’ve been a therapist for over 30yrs mostly working with children and families. For the last decade+ I am working at two hospitals in Psychiatry (Adult/Children) patients manage major mental health and addictions along with private practice work. I bring insight and knowledge to help people navigating challenges that emerge from a wide range of mental health difficulties such as mood disorders, emotion dysregulation, suicide ideation, self-harm, trauma, grief and loss, separation and divorce, borderline personality disorder traits, OCD, ODD and ADHD other developmental difficulties.
(289) 378-5816 View (289) 378-5816
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About: Anxiety, Depression, Stress- Sarah Pirrotta
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MACP, BFA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J  (Online Only)
I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, anger, borderline personality disorder, grief, self esteem, stress, trauma, self-harming, cutting, suicidal ideation, ADHD, divorce, parenting, family, & more.
Anxiety, depression, anger, stress, and relationship issues can be isolating and exhausting. Are you feeling stuck in repetitive cycles of anxiety, depression, anger, intrusive negative thoughts, emotional distress and dysregulation? Are you engaging in unhealthy behaviours to cope? Struggling with relationships? Is it difficult for you to love yourself, to connect with the present, to achieve your goals? Perhaps you just feel stuck overall and don’t know how to move forward from this place you find yourself in. "Stuck" can be a hard and lonely place to be - I want to help you. I believe that knowledge is power!
I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, anger, borderline personality disorder, grief, self esteem, stress, trauma, self-harming, cutting, suicidal ideation, ADHD, divorce, parenting, family, & more.
Anxiety, depression, anger, stress, and relationship issues can be isolating and exhausting. Are you feeling stuck in repetitive cycles of anxiety, depression, anger, intrusive negative thoughts, emotional distress and dysregulation? Are you engaging in unhealthy behaviours to cope? Struggling with relationships? Is it difficult for you to love yourself, to connect with the present, to achieve your goals? Perhaps you just feel stuck overall and don’t know how to move forward from this place you find yourself in. "Stuck" can be a hard and lonely place to be - I want to help you. I believe that knowledge is power!
(289) 723-1527 View (289) 723-1527
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DBT Hamilton
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H
Low Cost DBT & CPT Options Available - We are committed to compassionate and effective treatment for Individuals who experience intense and unpredictable emotions that can overwhelm them and make life challenging and painful. Individuals we treat also experience difficulties with impulsive and risky behaviours such as suicide, self-injurious behaviours, substance abuse, etc., extreme thinking, stormy relationships, and emptiness and difficulties knowing who they are and what they want from life. People often come to us when other treatments have not worked and when their lives are filled with chaos and misery. We are here to help.
Low Cost DBT & CPT Options Available - We are committed to compassionate and effective treatment for Individuals who experience intense and unpredictable emotions that can overwhelm them and make life challenging and painful. Individuals we treat also experience difficulties with impulsive and risky behaviours such as suicide, self-injurious behaviours, substance abuse, etc., extreme thinking, stormy relationships, and emptiness and difficulties knowing who they are and what they want from life. People often come to us when other treatments have not worked and when their lives are filled with chaos and misery. We are here to help.
(289) 275-9074 View (289) 275-9074
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Nez Elik
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H
I would be most helpful to clients who may be struggling at school (K-university), have ADHD or symptoms of inattention/hyperactivity/impulsivity, deal with emotional and behavioural disturbance, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm, have social interaction difficulties, deal with low self-esteem, have chronic illnesses or pains (this only for up to 18 years old), or struggle with adjustment to a new situation, whether it is a regular stage of life (e.g., moving out of house to a university, parenthood) or tragic life changes (e.g., grief, loss of loved ones). Consultation with schools is my specialty as well.
I would be most helpful to clients who may be struggling at school (K-university), have ADHD or symptoms of inattention/hyperactivity/impulsivity, deal with emotional and behavioural disturbance, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm, have social interaction difficulties, deal with low self-esteem, have chronic illnesses or pains (this only for up to 18 years old), or struggle with adjustment to a new situation, whether it is a regular stage of life (e.g., moving out of house to a university, parenthood) or tragic life changes (e.g., grief, loss of loved ones). Consultation with schools is my specialty as well.
(365) 800-5999 View (365) 800-5999
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Dan Bloch
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, MBA, BSc, OAMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6M
In addition to the above areas, Dan has worked with clients who have experienced violence, abuse, sexual abuse, rape, violent death and suicidal ideation.
Serene Living provides therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. Dan sees clients for a variety of reasons including divorce, relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma/PTSD, life changes, etc.
In addition to the above areas, Dan has worked with clients who have experienced violence, abuse, sexual abuse, rape, violent death and suicidal ideation.
Serene Living provides therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. Dan sees clients for a variety of reasons including divorce, relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma/PTSD, life changes, etc.
(289) 806-5575 View (289) 806-5575
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Philip Zbozny
Occupational Therapist, MScOT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J  (Online Only)
Having my own personal lived experience with anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation, I come from a place of understanding.
A passion for supporting people, as an Occupational Therapist (OT) practicing in the field of mental health, I hope to aid those to improve self management, gain confidence and grow their independence to cope and manage with mental health developments. With a focus on skill development and coaching, I strive to support people through counseling who want to make a change. Common target areas include: Anxiety, Depression, BPD, Stress Management, ADHD, Productivity, Routine, Suicidal ideation/ self-harm, Relationship, and Return to School/work. Primarily I work with adolescence 16-30yrs of age but please do not hesitate to connect!
Having my own personal lived experience with anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation, I come from a place of understanding.
A passion for supporting people, as an Occupational Therapist (OT) practicing in the field of mental health, I hope to aid those to improve self management, gain confidence and grow their independence to cope and manage with mental health developments. With a focus on skill development and coaching, I strive to support people through counseling who want to make a change. Common target areas include: Anxiety, Depression, BPD, Stress Management, ADHD, Productivity, Routine, Suicidal ideation/ self-harm, Relationship, and Return to School/work. Primarily I work with adolescence 16-30yrs of age but please do not hesitate to connect!
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Lauren Adam
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6L
Are you struggling to break free from a cycle of secrecy, shame, and isolation? Do you wonder if you have a problem with substance use or addiction? You may feel stuck, lost, and disconnected, as if no one understands your struggles. Whether it’s your own substance use or a family member’s, you feel exhausted and unsure how to cope. But you’re contemplating change. You’re ready to regain control over your emotions, impulses and stop unhealthy patterns from dictating your life. Let’s get you there!
Are you struggling to break free from a cycle of secrecy, shame, and isolation? Do you wonder if you have a problem with substance use or addiction? You may feel stuck, lost, and disconnected, as if no one understands your struggles. Whether it’s your own substance use or a family member’s, you feel exhausted and unsure how to cope. But you’re contemplating change. You’re ready to regain control over your emotions, impulses and stop unhealthy patterns from dictating your life. Let’s get you there!
(289) 812-5201 View (289) 812-5201
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Reta Faye Walker
Counsellor, MCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L  (Online Only)
Asking for help with a problem or directions for where you want to go is not an admission of failure. It is the signature of a person likely to succeed. I believe that each person is uniquely created for success and that your struggles can be a stepping stone to fulfillment. With skills and talents developed in the business arena, in volunteer work with youth and female victims and training in adult education, I provide you with STRATEGIES, SOLUTIONS and the SUPPORT to make this happen. I focus on your fears and hopes and guide you through change.
Asking for help with a problem or directions for where you want to go is not an admission of failure. It is the signature of a person likely to succeed. I believe that each person is uniquely created for success and that your struggles can be a stepping stone to fulfillment. With skills and talents developed in the business arena, in volunteer work with youth and female victims and training in adult education, I provide you with STRATEGIES, SOLUTIONS and the SUPPORT to make this happen. I focus on your fears and hopes and guide you through change.
(289) 276-8031 View (289) 276-8031
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Therapy Bee Inc. Grief & Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H  (Online Only)
Welcome to Therapy Bee Inc., where your journey toward healing and wellness begins. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional therapy services to individuals coping with grief and trauma. Our experienced therapists are here to be your companions on this path, offering support, understanding, and guidance every step of the way. Our mission is to foster a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their feelings, heal from their past, and reclaim their lives. We believe in the power of therapeutic relationships and personalized care to help you navigate your unique healing journey.
Welcome to Therapy Bee Inc., where your journey toward healing and wellness begins. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional therapy services to individuals coping with grief and trauma. Our experienced therapists are here to be your companions on this path, offering support, understanding, and guidance every step of the way. Our mission is to foster a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their feelings, heal from their past, and reclaim their lives. We believe in the power of therapeutic relationships and personalized care to help you navigate your unique healing journey.
(289) 273-2587 View (289) 273-2587
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The Therapy Centre
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6M
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
(289) 312-0104 View (289) 312-0104
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Jodi Rouah, Counselling & Co.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationship with self and other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make change. My specialties include Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum), Substance Use & Addiction, relationship struggles and Hold Me Tight Workshops.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationship with self and other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make change. My specialties include Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum), Substance Use & Addiction, relationship struggles and Hold Me Tight Workshops.
(289) 272-6222 View (289) 272-6222
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Catherine Okowinsky
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6M  (Online Only)
Maybe you are finding life is passing you by, feeling confused about the next steps in your personal life, relationships, or professional life. You deserve to be understood. Drawing from my 15 years of experience working with youth and young adults living with ADHD, ASD, and OCD, I bring an integrative and collaborative approach to therapy. The goal is to meet you where you are in your journey, helping you gain insight, rediscover excitement, and find a clear path forward.
Maybe you are finding life is passing you by, feeling confused about the next steps in your personal life, relationships, or professional life. You deserve to be understood. Drawing from my 15 years of experience working with youth and young adults living with ADHD, ASD, and OCD, I bring an integrative and collaborative approach to therapy. The goal is to meet you where you are in your journey, helping you gain insight, rediscover excitement, and find a clear path forward.
(647) 699-3844 View (647) 699-3844
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Merryl J Nash
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6M  (Online Only)
Feeling lost, alone and not wanting to be here (deep, dark suffering), feeling overwhelmed with life and life’s demands and feeling unable to manage on a day to day basis? Feeling trapped in a never ending loop of negative thinking and experiencing a series of bad luck? Do you feel like you need to be heard, understood and validated and find a sense “normal” or balance in your life? Would you like to gain your confidence back and develop a sense of optimism about life?The problems we have do not define us. Let’s find a way to heal those old wounds and use that strength to propel you forward together. I am willing and ready. Are you?
Feeling lost, alone and not wanting to be here (deep, dark suffering), feeling overwhelmed with life and life’s demands and feeling unable to manage on a day to day basis? Feeling trapped in a never ending loop of negative thinking and experiencing a series of bad luck? Do you feel like you need to be heard, understood and validated and find a sense “normal” or balance in your life? Would you like to gain your confidence back and develop a sense of optimism about life?The problems we have do not define us. Let’s find a way to heal those old wounds and use that strength to propel you forward together. I am willing and ready. Are you?
(289) 271-1545 View (289) 271-1545
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Uptown Wellness & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
Hello and Congratulations on taking the first step to finding your wellness! If you are looking for a Social Worker/Therapist that specializes in children/youth/young adults and families you have come to the right profile. How can I help? The pandemic has created much hardship on families, and mental health struggles are real. Whether you are a caregiver or an individual, it is ok to ask for help. If you need help please reach out for support.
Hello and Congratulations on taking the first step to finding your wellness! If you are looking for a Social Worker/Therapist that specializes in children/youth/young adults and families you have come to the right profile. How can I help? The pandemic has created much hardship on families, and mental health struggles are real. Whether you are a caregiver or an individual, it is ok to ask for help. If you need help please reach out for support.
(289) 797-3150 View (289) 797-3150
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Janna Noto-Campanella
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6M  (Online Only)
Navigating the complexities of life, career, and relationships can be overwhelming. I foster a compassionate and non-judgemental space to explore more about experiences and emotions. Our lives are a tapestry where experiences, relationships, and inner battles intertwine which shapes our identities influencing our paths.
Navigating the complexities of life, career, and relationships can be overwhelming. I foster a compassionate and non-judgemental space to explore more about experiences and emotions. Our lives are a tapestry where experiences, relationships, and inner battles intertwine which shapes our identities influencing our paths.
(289) 302-5539 View (289) 302-5539
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Cecilia Jaramillo
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6M
Aristotle said, “knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” Life is full of ups and downs, and knowledge is the main strength to manage; it is essential to enjoy an entire life. Mind, body, and spirit in balance are the key to achieving this. Therapy is adding knowledge to your life, but this knowledge is about yourself.
Aristotle said, “knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” Life is full of ups and downs, and knowledge is the main strength to manage; it is essential to enjoy an entire life. Mind, body, and spirit in balance are the key to achieving this. Therapy is adding knowledge to your life, but this knowledge is about yourself.
(416) 432-2270 View (416) 432-2270
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Abigail Robinson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
Feeling overwhelmed/trapped/or having racing thoughts while not knowing what to do/who turn to can be a very lonely & painful experience. The life we want for ourselves may feel distant due to stress, fear, sadness, anxiety, hopelessness, & feelings of unworthiness, shame, & guilt. I would love to walk alongside you during this time as you learn new ways of coping, get to know yourself on a deeper level, & heal/transform so that you may relate to yourself/others effectively & express yourself in a healthy way. I provide a safe, accepting, warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel empowered to be you.
Feeling overwhelmed/trapped/or having racing thoughts while not knowing what to do/who turn to can be a very lonely & painful experience. The life we want for ourselves may feel distant due to stress, fear, sadness, anxiety, hopelessness, & feelings of unworthiness, shame, & guilt. I would love to walk alongside you during this time as you learn new ways of coping, get to know yourself on a deeper level, & heal/transform so that you may relate to yourself/others effectively & express yourself in a healthy way. I provide a safe, accepting, warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel empowered to be you.
(289) 274-0739 View (289) 274-0739
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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors

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.