Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Millarville, AB
I offer counselling for individuals (adults, adolescents and children), couples, and families, addressing anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, depression, anger/aggression, and other emotional/behavioural issues. It is my belief that effective counselling incorporates working with the whole human being - including the mind and the manifestation of emotional experiences in the body. My approach integrates mindfulness and cognitive interventions with somatic body and movement work.
I offer counselling for individuals (adults, adolescents and children), couples, and families, addressing anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, depression, anger/aggression, and other emotional/behavioural issues. It is my belief that effective counselling incorporates working with the whole human being - including the mind and the manifestation of emotional experiences in the body. My approach integrates mindfulness and cognitive interventions with somatic body and movement work.
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Valerie Stitchman
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nanton, AB T0L
I work with adults and teens experiencing grief, trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, loss, self-harm, suicide ideation, life/work related-stress, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation, and borderline personality disorder (BDP).
If you’ve had a less than positive experience with therapy in the past I’d love to hear from you. Counselling doesn't have to look the same for everyone. If it’s not working for you then it’s not working for me. I am also certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy by the Alberta Clinical Hypnosis Society (ACHS).
I work with adults and teens experiencing grief, trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, loss, self-harm, suicide ideation, life/work related-stress, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation, and borderline personality disorder (BDP).
If you’ve had a less than positive experience with therapy in the past I’d love to hear from you. Counselling doesn't have to look the same for everyone. If it’s not working for you then it’s not working for me. I am also certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy by the Alberta Clinical Hypnosis Society (ACHS).
It can be hard to step into life the way you want when struggling with painful thoughts, emotions, or experiences. Asking for help takes courage. I offer a welcoming and supportive space for you to engage in the work of healing and change. I am passionate about working with people who feel hijacked by their thoughts, emotions and behaviours, and with couples who are finding it difficult to feel securely connected. In therapy we work collaboratively so that you can gain new insight, experience healing, and find creative, workable ways to tackle difficult behavioural, emotional, or interpersonal problems.
It can be hard to step into life the way you want when struggling with painful thoughts, emotions, or experiences. Asking for help takes courage. I offer a welcoming and supportive space for you to engage in the work of healing and change. I am passionate about working with people who feel hijacked by their thoughts, emotions and behaviours, and with couples who are finding it difficult to feel securely connected. In therapy we work collaboratively so that you can gain new insight, experience healing, and find creative, workable ways to tackle difficult behavioural, emotional, or interpersonal problems.
Personal distress is manageable. The majority of life stressors that contribute to distressing feelings fall into three categories that include relationship difficulties, internal factors (troubling or uncomfortable thoughts) and difficult life events (past and present). Depression and anxiety often occur when these factors go unresolved. I use cognitive-behavioural and solution focused strategies to help my clients develop manageable goals for resolving distress. Each client has the capacity for change and the evidenced based strategies that I use in my practice are an effective way to help overcome barriers to success.
Personal distress is manageable. The majority of life stressors that contribute to distressing feelings fall into three categories that include relationship difficulties, internal factors (troubling or uncomfortable thoughts) and difficult life events (past and present). Depression and anxiety often occur when these factors go unresolved. I use cognitive-behavioural and solution focused strategies to help my clients develop manageable goals for resolving distress. Each client has the capacity for change and the evidenced based strategies that I use in my practice are an effective way to help overcome barriers to success.
Crystal Hartman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MC, BSW , RCSW, CCC
Verified Verified
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
Hello! I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years in the counselling field. I am passionate about helping individuals struggling with trauma, mental health, grief or any other challenges. It would be an honour to assist you in working through any stressors you are facing.
Hello! I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years in the counselling field. I am passionate about helping individuals struggling with trauma, mental health, grief or any other challenges. It would be an honour to assist you in working through any stressors you are facing.
Dee Miner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Black Diamond, AB T0L
As a clinical social worker I have had the privilege of walking beside acutely ill and often terminal patients (and families). Many times those patients struggle with severe addiction and trauma, and want to find a different way to live. Even if addiction or trauma are not the primary issues, the pain. suffering and fear that accompanies a life limiting illness, mood disturbance, relationship conflict or loss, can be extraordinary. I believe people are the experts of their own lived experience. My job is to provide compassion, insight and direction (when required) for that pain, with the intention of creating a healing path forward.
As a clinical social worker I have had the privilege of walking beside acutely ill and often terminal patients (and families). Many times those patients struggle with severe addiction and trauma, and want to find a different way to live. Even if addiction or trauma are not the primary issues, the pain. suffering and fear that accompanies a life limiting illness, mood disturbance, relationship conflict or loss, can be extraordinary. I believe people are the experts of their own lived experience. My job is to provide compassion, insight and direction (when required) for that pain, with the intention of creating a healing path forward.
Cathy McCurdy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MA, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bragg Creek, AB T0L
I am a professional therapist with over 20 years experience counselling couples, individuals, and families with relationship and personal issues, as well as supervising therapists and facilitating retreats. I truly enjoy helping couples reconnect and bring back the passion in their marriage. I also love helping clients meet their own individual goals such as increased self esteem, stress management and overcoming depression, along with many others. I seek to offer a compassionate approach and sensitivity to your issues, so that you can feel understood without judgement, and also use the latest training to help therapy be as effective as possible.
I am a professional therapist with over 20 years experience counselling couples, individuals, and families with relationship and personal issues, as well as supervising therapists and facilitating retreats. I truly enjoy helping couples reconnect and bring back the passion in their marriage. I also love helping clients meet their own individual goals such as increased self esteem, stress management and overcoming depression, along with many others. I seek to offer a compassionate approach and sensitivity to your issues, so that you can feel understood without judgement, and also use the latest training to help therapy be as effective as possible.
Andrew Vespa
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanton, AB T0L
My goal as a counsellor is to make you feel heard, acknowledged, and empowered. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy, and value your feedback and input throughout the process. I am here to support you with the challenges you are experiencing and the changes you desire to make. I have experience working with adults in various life stages as well as teens and young adults.
My goal as a counsellor is to make you feel heard, acknowledged, and empowered. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy, and value your feedback and input throughout the process. I am here to support you with the challenges you are experiencing and the changes you desire to make. I have experience working with adults in various life stages as well as teens and young adults.
Evening and weekend appointments available in person or virtual. I hold a deep seeded belief that we each are doing the very best that we can in any given moment. I believe no one is exempt from struggle and at times it is difficult to know how we got to this painful place, and at other times an event (trauma) takes place which can leave us not recognizing ourselves or our life. I offer a safe validating space to heal and rediscover how you want to show up in your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or wanting support in any area of your life, please reach out to me. I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
Evening and weekend appointments available in person or virtual. I hold a deep seeded belief that we each are doing the very best that we can in any given moment. I believe no one is exempt from struggle and at times it is difficult to know how we got to this painful place, and at other times an event (trauma) takes place which can leave us not recognizing ourselves or our life. I offer a safe validating space to heal and rediscover how you want to show up in your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or wanting support in any area of your life, please reach out to me. I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
"Now accepting new clients." I am passionate about helping people rediscover and improve their quality of life following a traumatic event or events. I understand the fear and hesitation people experience when they first reach out for help. I offer kindness, patience, and safety to people needing support to move forward and regain a sense of relief from their circumstances.
"Now accepting new clients." I am passionate about helping people rediscover and improve their quality of life following a traumatic event or events. I understand the fear and hesitation people experience when they first reach out for help. I offer kindness, patience, and safety to people needing support to move forward and regain a sense of relief from their circumstances.
Do you struggle with anxiety and self-worth that affects your life, relationships, and your work? Do you feel overwhelmed and frustrated by your own self-talk, emotions and expectations? Do you wonder if your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you could be better? Now more than ever, individuals are feeling exhausted, battling with the requirements of life as their anxiety, past, and self-worth are interfering with their ability to live life to the fullest, impacting their relationships with themselves and others. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live the life you want.
Do you struggle with anxiety and self-worth that affects your life, relationships, and your work? Do you feel overwhelmed and frustrated by your own self-talk, emotions and expectations? Do you wonder if your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you could be better? Now more than ever, individuals are feeling exhausted, battling with the requirements of life as their anxiety, past, and self-worth are interfering with their ability to live life to the fullest, impacting their relationships with themselves and others. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live the life you want.
Healing Pathways EMDR Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Macleod, AB T0L
Practice from a holistic therapeutic approach utilizing a variety of modalities; talk therapy, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, EMDR and mindfulness approaches in dealing with everyday challenges to more complexed often traumatic experiences. Treatment practices consist of therapeutic art approaches, drumming and emotional regulation exercises. EMDR coach and Consultant. Provide Indigenous Mental Health Training Workshops. Author of published stabilization book "Eagle Wings Flapping" now available on Amazon, Indigo and more.
Practice from a holistic therapeutic approach utilizing a variety of modalities; talk therapy, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, EMDR and mindfulness approaches in dealing with everyday challenges to more complexed often traumatic experiences. Treatment practices consist of therapeutic art approaches, drumming and emotional regulation exercises. EMDR coach and Consultant. Provide Indigenous Mental Health Training Workshops. Author of published stabilization book "Eagle Wings Flapping" now available on Amazon, Indigo and more.
We are a dynamic team of mental health professionals, 18 in total, with varying backgrounds, specialties and areas of expertise, working in the heart of downtown Lethbridge. We work with individuals (children, teens and adults), couples and families. Please visit our website to see all of our therapist bios and to learn more about our services! Book online or send us an email!
We are a dynamic team of mental health professionals, 18 in total, with varying backgrounds, specialties and areas of expertise, working in the heart of downtown Lethbridge. We work with individuals (children, teens and adults), couples and families. Please visit our website to see all of our therapist bios and to learn more about our services! Book online or send us an email!
I offer counselling or coaching during the day or early evening. I'm meeting people face-to-face or through tele-therapy. Whether you're experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, problems communicating in your relationship, addiction, trauma, or other life troubles, I'm here to support you to help you live the life you want! It's super easy to book on my online calendar or by phone or email. Call or email me for a free 15 minute consultation.
I offer counselling or coaching during the day or early evening. I'm meeting people face-to-face or through tele-therapy. Whether you're experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, problems communicating in your relationship, addiction, trauma, or other life troubles, I'm here to support you to help you live the life you want! It's super easy to book on my online calendar or by phone or email. Call or email me for a free 15 minute consultation.
Our world is ever-changing and demanding more of us each day. This can make us feel like we are falling behind and sinking into quicksand. When this happens, anxiety, stress, depression, panic, and other harmful feelings emerge. Society gives us the message that we should be able to deal with all of these things on our own and, worse yet, that our feelings are not even real. I am here to say your feelings are legitimate, that you count, and there is a way to work through them. Together we can create goals that work towards coping with daily activities and then thriving within your life.
Our world is ever-changing and demanding more of us each day. This can make us feel like we are falling behind and sinking into quicksand. When this happens, anxiety, stress, depression, panic, and other harmful feelings emerge. Society gives us the message that we should be able to deal with all of these things on our own and, worse yet, that our feelings are not even real. I am here to say your feelings are legitimate, that you count, and there is a way to work through them. Together we can create goals that work towards coping with daily activities and then thriving within your life.
Deanne Elsner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bragg Creek, AB T0L
Mental, emotional, social and behavioural disorders in childhood/adolescence can cause long-term problems that may affect the health and well-being of young people and families. Treating mental health problems as soon as possible can help children reduce problems at home, in school and in forming friendships. "When it comes to your kids, you are aiming a lot higher than mere survival…your ultimate goal is to raise kids in a way that lets them thrive. You want them to enjoy meaningful relationships, be caring and compassionate, do well in school, work hard and be responsible, and to feel good about who they are." - Daniel J.
Mental, emotional, social and behavioural disorders in childhood/adolescence can cause long-term problems that may affect the health and well-being of young people and families. Treating mental health problems as soon as possible can help children reduce problems at home, in school and in forming friendships. "When it comes to your kids, you are aiming a lot higher than mere survival…your ultimate goal is to raise kids in a way that lets them thrive. You want them to enjoy meaningful relationships, be caring and compassionate, do well in school, work hard and be responsible, and to feel good about who they are." - Daniel J.
Being a human is messy. No matter if you are a little, a teen or an adult human, this thing called life is challenging. School & home life can be affected by behaviours, challenges, emotions, & big life experiences such as trauma. We can untangle the mess, find the knots & frayed parts & learn to weave new strategies that make sense. Let's disrupt the default, try something new & figure out the why’s & how’s to best respond to your unique needs. I work with kids, teens, adults & elders when life gets really big. I work from an Integrative Psychotherapeutic framework & honour the harmony of the whole person.
Being a human is messy. No matter if you are a little, a teen or an adult human, this thing called life is challenging. School & home life can be affected by behaviours, challenges, emotions, & big life experiences such as trauma. We can untangle the mess, find the knots & frayed parts & learn to weave new strategies that make sense. Let's disrupt the default, try something new & figure out the why’s & how’s to best respond to your unique needs. I work with kids, teens, adults & elders when life gets really big. I work from an Integrative Psychotherapeutic framework & honour the harmony of the whole person.
Phoenix Brill
Psychologist, MC, RPsych, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bragg Creek, AB T0L
Not accepting new clients
The decision to start therapy is a courageous first step towards understanding, healing, and change. I offer therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples in Calgary, AB and Bragg Creek AB. I believe that most people can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. Whether you struggle with persistent troubling thoughts or feelings, are overwhelmed by events that are out of your control, or just want to get in touch with a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life, therapy can help.
The decision to start therapy is a courageous first step towards understanding, healing, and change. I offer therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples in Calgary, AB and Bragg Creek AB. I believe that most people can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. Whether you struggle with persistent troubling thoughts or feelings, are overwhelmed by events that are out of your control, or just want to get in touch with a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life, therapy can help.
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I have over 8 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents and adults with extensive mental health in the areas of; Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Non- Suicidal Self Injury, Borderline Personality Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Sexual trauma, Relational trauma, and Substance Use Disorders.
My approach is client-centered and individualized to cater to your personal experiences and goals. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities to tailor my approach to your unique needs including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory and am also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I practice from a Trauma-Informed and Family Systems lens. I believe in working from a holistic manner and pulling from different theories and evidence-based approaches to ensure your individual needs are being met.
I have over 8 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents and adults with extensive mental health in the areas of; Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Non- Suicidal Self Injury, Borderline Personality Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Sexual trauma, Relational trauma, and Substance Use Disorders.
My approach is client-centered and individualized to cater to your personal experiences and goals. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities to tailor my approach to your unique needs including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory and am also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I practice from a Trauma-Informed and Family Systems lens. I believe in working from a holistic manner and pulling from different theories and evidence-based approaches to ensure your individual needs are being met.
Emily Carter-Tivendale
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cochrane, AB T4C
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist who has training and experience working particularly with adolescents (12-18) and adults (18+), as well as children (5-12). I believe therapy can be helpful for anyone, even if they are unsure where to start. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and techniques to help individuals identify and manage their emotions or challenges. Clients may seek therapy for help with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anger or behavioural problems, emotion regulation challenges, relationship or familial conflict, life transitions, or grief and bereavement, to name a few.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist who has training and experience working particularly with adolescents (12-18) and adults (18+), as well as children (5-12). I believe therapy can be helpful for anyone, even if they are unsure where to start. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and techniques to help individuals identify and manage their emotions or challenges. Clients may seek therapy for help with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anger or behavioural problems, emotion regulation challenges, relationship or familial conflict, life transitions, or grief and bereavement, to name a few.
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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.