Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Central Toronto, Toronto, ON
Jessica Koury -Trauma, Attachment, Somatic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc, MEd, CCTP
5 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M4T
Now offering EMDR! Are you exhausted from flashbacks, memory gaps, and emotional overwhelm experienced daily? Do you feel isolated, as though no one truly understands what you are going through? Have you found yourself asking, “why am I here?” or “what’s the point?” If so, I want you to know: I see you, I hear you, and you are not alone. These feelings are valid, and healing is possible. With the right support, you can begin to reconnect with yourself, find relief, and move toward a life that feels more grounded and wholesome. Living with unresolved trauma, dissociation, grief, or emotional pain can be deeply disorienting.
Now offering EMDR! Are you exhausted from flashbacks, memory gaps, and emotional overwhelm experienced daily? Do you feel isolated, as though no one truly understands what you are going through? Have you found yourself asking, “why am I here?” or “what’s the point?” If so, I want you to know: I see you, I hear you, and you are not alone. These feelings are valid, and healing is possible. With the right support, you can begin to reconnect with yourself, find relief, and move toward a life that feels more grounded and wholesome. Living with unresolved trauma, dissociation, grief, or emotional pain can be deeply disorienting.
As a Black woman and first-generation Canadian, I understand the challenges marginalized communities face daily. I’ve dedicated my practice to supporting youth, and adults in their journey to well-being, something I wish I had growing up.
My area of expertise include children, youth, and adults. I specialize in areas of anxiety, peer pressure, self esteem, workplace challenges
And am passionate about helping others navigate these spaces successfully.
My speciality is supporting marginalized communities, with a special focus for youth and children navigating mental health challenges.
As a Black woman and first-generation Canadian, I understand the challenges marginalized communities face daily. I’ve dedicated my practice to supporting youth, and adults in their journey to well-being, something I wish I had growing up.
My area of expertise include children, youth, and adults. I specialize in areas of anxiety, peer pressure, self esteem, workplace challenges
And am passionate about helping others navigate these spaces successfully.
My speciality is supporting marginalized communities, with a special focus for youth and children navigating mental health challenges.
Cherie’s areas of focus include depression, anxiety, stress management, emotion control, suicide/ self-harm, parenting, learning difficulties, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships.
Cherie is known for her empathetic and non-judgemental approach that fosters a safe space where clients feel heard, connected, and recharged. She values drawing perspectives from clients’ backgrounds to elicit their strengths, develop coping strategies, and bring lasting changes. Cherie recognizes the complexities of familial relationships, such as intergenerational communication differences and the stress and challenges that arise from school/ work. Cherie’s success is to empower clients by walking alongside them while they overcome challenges at their own pace to excel and reach their full potential in life.
Cherie’s areas of focus include depression, anxiety, stress management, emotion control, suicide/ self-harm, parenting, learning difficulties, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships.
Cherie is known for her empathetic and non-judgemental approach that fosters a safe space where clients feel heard, connected, and recharged. She values drawing perspectives from clients’ backgrounds to elicit their strengths, develop coping strategies, and bring lasting changes. Cherie recognizes the complexities of familial relationships, such as intergenerational communication differences and the stress and challenges that arise from school/ work. Cherie’s success is to empower clients by walking alongside them while they overcome challenges at their own pace to excel and reach their full potential in life.
I work with clients who know what they want from therapy, and those who don't, clients seeking connection, care, venting or calm, collaborative guidance or a listening ear. I support clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, conflict, interpersonal issues, and self-esteem. Together, we will feel what's on the surface, unravel root sources, and create steps in the direction of your choosing.
I support clients, especially children and young adults, in building a sense of personal control over their lives, while recognizing and resisting the ways systemic oppression impacts our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.
I work with clients who know what they want from therapy, and those who don't, clients seeking connection, care, venting or calm, collaborative guidance or a listening ear. I support clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, conflict, interpersonal issues, and self-esteem. Together, we will feel what's on the surface, unravel root sources, and create steps in the direction of your choosing.
I support clients, especially children and young adults, in building a sense of personal control over their lives, while recognizing and resisting the ways systemic oppression impacts our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.
You may come to therapy because you feel worried, lost, trapped, isolated, heartbroken, furious, confused, hollow, fearful, betrayed, frustrated, or hopeless. Your mind may frighten, incapacitate, sadden, or bewilder you. You may be a survivor of abuse: sexual, emotional, physical, psychological. I want our work together to feel sufficiently safe (whatever that means to you) but also challenging; supportive and steadying, but also energizing. What each person needs and wants from therapy is necessarily unique, and ever-changing.
You may come to therapy because you feel worried, lost, trapped, isolated, heartbroken, furious, confused, hollow, fearful, betrayed, frustrated, or hopeless. Your mind may frighten, incapacitate, sadden, or bewilder you. You may be a survivor of abuse: sexual, emotional, physical, psychological. I want our work together to feel sufficiently safe (whatever that means to you) but also challenging; supportive and steadying, but also energizing. What each person needs and wants from therapy is necessarily unique, and ever-changing.
Sj Thiessen
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6H
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking to explore and experiment with new possibilities for healing and change? Through both conversation and embodiment practices I will invite you to discover new meanings, facilitate insight and growth, and build deeper connections with yourself and others. Using an invitational and collaborative approach we can work together towards healing wounds, experimenting with living, and addressing challenges you’re facing in your life.
Are you looking to explore and experiment with new possibilities for healing and change? Through both conversation and embodiment practices I will invite you to discover new meanings, facilitate insight and growth, and build deeper connections with yourself and others. Using an invitational and collaborative approach we can work together towards healing wounds, experimenting with living, and addressing challenges you’re facing in your life.
DBT has proven to be effective for people with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, self-harm and suicidal behaviours.
Do you often find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster, struggling to get a hold of strong urges and stay in control? We help people with intense emotions, self-defeating thoughts and unhealthy behaviours that get in the way of them feeling and functioning at their best. We're a team of therapists specializing in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and we're here to help you untangle longstanding patterns so that you can take back control over your emotions and live a more meaningful life.
DBT has proven to be effective for people with borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance use, self-harm and suicidal behaviours.
Do you often find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster, struggling to get a hold of strong urges and stay in control? We help people with intense emotions, self-defeating thoughts and unhealthy behaviours that get in the way of them feeling and functioning at their best. We're a team of therapists specializing in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and we're here to help you untangle longstanding patterns so that you can take back control over your emotions and live a more meaningful life.
I am a warm and empathetic individual, committed to providing a safe therapeutic environment that allows for self-exploration. My approach is authentic, collaborative and supportive. Through a client-centered approach we work together in the here-and-now to explore thoughts, feelings, life experiences and ways of relating that may be outside your awareness that contribute to the difficulties you currently face. My aim is to increase self-awareness and enable clients to enhance their sense of balance and wellbeing.
I am a warm and empathetic individual, committed to providing a safe therapeutic environment that allows for self-exploration. My approach is authentic, collaborative and supportive. Through a client-centered approach we work together in the here-and-now to explore thoughts, feelings, life experiences and ways of relating that may be outside your awareness that contribute to the difficulties you currently face. My aim is to increase self-awareness and enable clients to enhance their sense of balance and wellbeing.
Specializing in relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Many of the difficulties we experience in adulthood are rooted in earlier experiences, attachment patterns, and learned coping strategies. In therapy, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore these behavioural patterns, thoughts, emotional responses, develop self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we work to understand both what is happening, and why it happens; and subsequently, how to respond differently and accept ourselves.
Specializing in relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and OCD.
Many of the difficulties we experience in adulthood are rooted in earlier experiences, attachment patterns, and learned coping strategies. In therapy, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore these behavioural patterns, thoughts, emotional responses, develop self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we work to understand both what is happening, and why it happens; and subsequently, how to respond differently and accept ourselves.
My clients either directly experience or love someone who experiences “BPD / BPD traits,” DID / dissociative “disorders,” suicidal behaviours, and/or impulsive behaviours that get in the way of relationships and daily life.
Do you or a loved one need more stability in your safety, relationships, or day to day life? Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you put on a game face, and folks have no idea what you're (not really), holding together. Or maybe it's your partner or kiddo going through this, and you need support yourself. I'm here to help.
My clients either directly experience or love someone who experiences “BPD / BPD traits,” DID / dissociative “disorders,” suicidal behaviours, and/or impulsive behaviours that get in the way of relationships and daily life.
Do you or a loved one need more stability in your safety, relationships, or day to day life? Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you put on a game face, and folks have no idea what you're (not really), holding together. Or maybe it's your partner or kiddo going through this, and you need support yourself. I'm here to help.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harming behaviours, as well as suicidal ideations.
My counselling style is client-centered and collaborative, operating under a strengths-based approach. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy - both these therapies work towards solving life problems such as problematic coping patterns and unhelpful thinking patterns.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, self-harming behaviours, as well as suicidal ideations.
My counselling style is client-centered and collaborative, operating under a strengths-based approach. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy - both these therapies work towards solving life problems such as problematic coping patterns and unhelpful thinking patterns.
To the “lost children”—
Those whose feelings, thoughts, identities, or very existence were never fully accepted—Those carrying trauma, internalized shame, low self-worth, unstable relationships, depression, anxiety, bipolar experiences, OCD, body image concern, BPD, and more—
I see you. I’m here for you.
Your pain, your fears, your anger—even your hate, whether directed at others or at yourself—deserves to be heard and held with compassion. These are parts of you, and they matter. You matter. Healing begins when your truth has space to exist.
Get the courage to be yourself. Let's bring a revolution to the world—together.
To the “lost children”—
Those whose feelings, thoughts, identities, or very existence were never fully accepted—Those carrying trauma, internalized shame, low self-worth, unstable relationships, depression, anxiety, bipolar experiences, OCD, body image concern, BPD, and more—
I see you. I’m here for you.
Your pain, your fears, your anger—even your hate, whether directed at others or at yourself—deserves to be heard and held with compassion. These are parts of you, and they matter. You matter. Healing begins when your truth has space to exist.
Get the courage to be yourself. Let's bring a revolution to the world—together.
Judy's Toronto Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
1 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5R
At Judy’s, we offer warm, inclusive, and trauma-informed care that honours your unique experiences. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, identity exploration, or life transitions like pregnancy and motherhood, our team of compassionate, skilled therapists is here to support you. Each member of our diverse team brings a range of lived experiences, therapeutic styles, and specializations—ensuring you can find a therapist who truly gets you. We are deeply rooted in anti-oppressive, culturally responsive, and person-centered approaches.
At Judy’s, we offer warm, inclusive, and trauma-informed care that honours your unique experiences. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, identity exploration, or life transitions like pregnancy and motherhood, our team of compassionate, skilled therapists is here to support you. Each member of our diverse team brings a range of lived experiences, therapeutic styles, and specializations—ensuring you can find a therapist who truly gets you. We are deeply rooted in anti-oppressive, culturally responsive, and person-centered approaches.
Want some traction in your life? If you’re struggling with your mental health, addiction, relationships, or just feeling stuck, you do not have to do it alone. I provide a safe, judgement-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours with compassion and support.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples with the following: navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma; overcoming substance use and addictive behaviours; developing healthier coping strategies and self awareness; healing relationships affected by mental health or addiction struggles; and rebuilding confidence to create a meaningful life.
Want some traction in your life? If you’re struggling with your mental health, addiction, relationships, or just feeling stuck, you do not have to do it alone. I provide a safe, judgement-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours with compassion and support.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples with the following: navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma; overcoming substance use and addictive behaviours; developing healthier coping strategies and self awareness; healing relationships affected by mental health or addiction struggles; and rebuilding confidence to create a meaningful life.
It is said that the hardest part is starting, and yet, here you are. I commend you for your courage in considering therapy and I would be honoured to accompany you on your journey to mental and physical health and wellness. Together, we will work to reduce emotional distress, manage symptoms, heal past wounds, improve quality of life and relationships, and find your balance, meaning, and purpose.
It is said that the hardest part is starting, and yet, here you are. I commend you for your courage in considering therapy and I would be honoured to accompany you on your journey to mental and physical health and wellness. Together, we will work to reduce emotional distress, manage symptoms, heal past wounds, improve quality of life and relationships, and find your balance, meaning, and purpose.
Equilibrium Mental Health and Wellness
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, RSW, RP
1 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M6G
Whether you’re struggling with a specific mental health challenge, or are seeking support to improve your life and relationships, our team of therapists will meet you where you are and use our knowledge and experience to help you cope, process, grow and heal. We will use a variety of evidence-based approaches to help you feel more in control of your behaviour, to feel less overwhelmed by emotions, to understand yourself more, and to feel more satisfied and joyful in your life.
Whether you’re struggling with a specific mental health challenge, or are seeking support to improve your life and relationships, our team of therapists will meet you where you are and use our knowledge and experience to help you cope, process, grow and heal. We will use a variety of evidence-based approaches to help you feel more in control of your behaviour, to feel less overwhelmed by emotions, to understand yourself more, and to feel more satisfied and joyful in your life.
Buen dia, soy psicólogo miembro del Colegio de psicólogos de Ontario, estoy especializado en el tratamiento de la ansiedad, depresión y comportamientos del exceso en general. Cuento con una formación académica sólida y una experiencia clínica variada de larga data. Mi trabajo se basa principalmente en el enfoque psicodinámico y cognitivo-conductual, me interesan especialmente las técnicas psicológicas para fortalecer el control de los pensamiento, las emociones, y el comportamiento.
Buen dia, soy psicólogo miembro del Colegio de psicólogos de Ontario, estoy especializado en el tratamiento de la ansiedad, depresión y comportamientos del exceso en general. Cuento con una formación académica sólida y una experiencia clínica variada de larga data. Mi trabajo se basa principalmente en el enfoque psicodinámico y cognitivo-conductual, me interesan especialmente las técnicas psicológicas para fortalecer el control de los pensamiento, las emociones, y el comportamiento.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, and work with adults with a broad range of difficulties including trauma, emotion regulation problems, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges.
I offer an integrative approach informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Self-Compassion frameworks.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, and work with adults with a broad range of difficulties including trauma, emotion regulation problems, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges.
I offer an integrative approach informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Self-Compassion frameworks.
Starting your mental health journey requires courage and can feel overwhelming. Your story has shaped who you are, but it does not have to define your future. I believe you are the expert of your own experience, and whether you feel stuck, burnt out or disconnected, my role is to help you find yourself again.
I believe in empowering clients with practical strategies/skills that enable them to lead more fulfilling lives. Together, we will explore mind-body techniques to help you conquer your fears, break free from patterns that are keeping you stuck and help you move through life with authenticity, alignment and feeling truly seen.
Starting your mental health journey requires courage and can feel overwhelming. Your story has shaped who you are, but it does not have to define your future. I believe you are the expert of your own experience, and whether you feel stuck, burnt out or disconnected, my role is to help you find yourself again.
I believe in empowering clients with practical strategies/skills that enable them to lead more fulfilling lives. Together, we will explore mind-body techniques to help you conquer your fears, break free from patterns that are keeping you stuck and help you move through life with authenticity, alignment and feeling truly seen.
Victoria Lorient-Faibish
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd, CCC, RPE
1 Endorsed
Central Toronto, Toronto, ON M5R
As a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, Holistic Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Author and Speaker, I work with family of origin issues, inner child work, depression, anxiety, toxic patterns of behaviour, couples, life purpose issues, grief & loss, depression, codependency, anxiety, addictions, marital strife, parenting, mother, father, & sibling issues, workplace disharmony, repetition/compulsion distress, poor self esteem, conflict resolution, trauma, and anything else that is compromising a person from fully living in joy, ease, well being, health and happiness.
As a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, Holistic Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Author and Speaker, I work with family of origin issues, inner child work, depression, anxiety, toxic patterns of behaviour, couples, life purpose issues, grief & loss, depression, codependency, anxiety, addictions, marital strife, parenting, mother, father, & sibling issues, workplace disharmony, repetition/compulsion distress, poor self esteem, conflict resolution, trauma, and anything else that is compromising a person from fully living in joy, ease, well being, health and happiness.
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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.