Suicidal Ideation Counselling in Diss

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Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Diss IP22
I can offer face to face appointments near Diss in IP22. Additionally online sessions via Teams are available. I work with adults, young people and families. My many thousands of hours of client contact have addressed, low mood, mental and emotional disorders, loss, grief, and bereavement, illness, relationships, gender identity and sexuality, family issues, parenting, neglect, OCD, disordered eating, self-harming, bullying, social issues, low self-esteem, debt and substance misuse. I can offer clinical supervision to therapists, trainees, health care professionals and people in education.
I can offer face to face appointments near Diss in IP22. Additionally online sessions via Teams are available. I work with adults, young people and families. My many thousands of hours of client contact have addressed, low mood, mental and emotional disorders, loss, grief, and bereavement, illness, relationships, gender identity and sexuality, family issues, parenting, neglect, OCD, disordered eating, self-harming, bullying, social issues, low self-esteem, debt and substance misuse. I can offer clinical supervision to therapists, trainees, health care professionals and people in education.
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Chevair Leeding
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Hi, I'm Chevair and I know how overwhelming it can feel to struggle with intense emotions, distress, or relationship challenges. If you feel stuck in cycles of emotional pain, impulsivity, or disconnection, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. With over 14 years of experience as a therapist—and the last five specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)for The Priory Hospital—I help people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build meaningful relationships.
Hi, I'm Chevair and I know how overwhelming it can feel to struggle with intense emotions, distress, or relationship challenges. If you feel stuck in cycles of emotional pain, impulsivity, or disconnection, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. With over 14 years of experience as a therapist—and the last five specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)for The Priory Hospital—I help people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build meaningful relationships.
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Shaman Emrys
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
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Barbara Day
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Thank you for considering my profile. My aim is to assist you with whatever dilemma or difficulty you are trying to deal with. I have over 15 years experience in ongoing and short term (1 - 12 sessions) work whereby we tailor the counselling to your particular needs. My fundamental training is to look at how past environment and experience has shaped your emotional thinking and responses. In addition, I know that problems can be current and immediate, needing a practical approach.
Thank you for considering my profile. My aim is to assist you with whatever dilemma or difficulty you are trying to deal with. I have over 15 years experience in ongoing and short term (1 - 12 sessions) work whereby we tailor the counselling to your particular needs. My fundamental training is to look at how past environment and experience has shaped your emotional thinking and responses. In addition, I know that problems can be current and immediate, needing a practical approach.
01379 774777 View 01379 774777
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Tracy Reeve Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Tracy. I’m a counsellor and supervisor, working Mon - Fri. I have 10 years experience counselling teenagers, adults & couples. My fees are Individuals £60, Couples £90 and supervisor £50. Please visit my website for client testimonials. Daily life can present us with a variety of psychological and emotional challenges that can be difficult to deal with or leave us in a situation that is hard to bear. I can help you to explore and clarify your thoughts and feelings and with greater awareness and clarity it is possible to have a clearer understanding of ourselves and others.
Hello, I’m Tracy. I’m a counsellor and supervisor, working Mon - Fri. I have 10 years experience counselling teenagers, adults & couples. My fees are Individuals £60, Couples £90 and supervisor £50. Please visit my website for client testimonials. Daily life can present us with a variety of psychological and emotional challenges that can be difficult to deal with or leave us in a situation that is hard to bear. I can help you to explore and clarify your thoughts and feelings and with greater awareness and clarity it is possible to have a clearer understanding of ourselves and others.
07427 980061 View 07427 980061

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Richard Maun
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Dereham NR19
If you are struggling with bereavement, divorce, anticipatory grief, anxiety, or suicidal ideation then please say hello.
I combine kindness with pragmatism. So, if you want a safe space to make progress then say hello. You can have as many, or as few sessions, as you need and at a time and pace to suit you. As an Integrative TA Psychotherapist I combine a range of skills and tools, with Transactional Analysis and relationship at the core.
If you are struggling with bereavement, divorce, anticipatory grief, anxiety, or suicidal ideation then please say hello.
I combine kindness with pragmatism. So, if you want a safe space to make progress then say hello. You can have as many, or as few sessions, as you need and at a time and pace to suit you. As an Integrative TA Psychotherapist I combine a range of skills and tools, with Transactional Analysis and relationship at the core.
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Ash Tree Counselling
Counsellor, MUKCP
Norwich NR1
Counselling is an opportunity to explore difficult feelings and to talk about personal issues, in an environment that is confidential. To work through difficulties - such as relationships, childhood trauma and bereavement. This can be a tiring and difficult process but it creates the possibility for change and enables us, together, to move towards a more comfortable way of being. Integrative psychotherapeutic counselling is “a combined approach that brings together different elements of specific therapies. Integrative therapists take the view that there is no single approach that can treat each client in all situations”
Counselling is an opportunity to explore difficult feelings and to talk about personal issues, in an environment that is confidential. To work through difficulties - such as relationships, childhood trauma and bereavement. This can be a tiring and difficult process but it creates the possibility for change and enables us, together, to move towards a more comfortable way of being. Integrative psychotherapeutic counselling is “a combined approach that brings together different elements of specific therapies. Integrative therapists take the view that there is no single approach that can treat each client in all situations”
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Brain matters counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi my name is Sharon and I fully understand how the thought of seeing a stranger to discuss personal issues can be scary, but as an empathetic, calm, caring person I try to ensure that you feel as relaxed as you possibly can. I provide a safe and confidential space where you can relieve any issues off your chest. I work with both individuals and couple I offer a free 15 minute initial chat so as we can get to know each other a little to see if we are a good match.
Hi my name is Sharon and I fully understand how the thought of seeing a stranger to discuss personal issues can be scary, but as an empathetic, calm, caring person I try to ensure that you feel as relaxed as you possibly can. I provide a safe and confidential space where you can relieve any issues off your chest. I work with both individuals and couple I offer a free 15 minute initial chat so as we can get to know each other a little to see if we are a good match.
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George Downey Mbe
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
I support adults facing anxiety, depression, low mood, grief, bereavement, and relationship issues, as well as those living with trauma, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm.
I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space for those navigating suicide, loss, and life’s toughest moments. I have a special focus on supporting neurodivergent individuals, Armed Forces personnel, and veterans. Together, we explore your experiences with care, build hope, and strengthen resilience for the road ahead.
I support adults facing anxiety, depression, low mood, grief, bereavement, and relationship issues, as well as those living with trauma, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm.
I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space for those navigating suicide, loss, and life’s toughest moments. I have a special focus on supporting neurodivergent individuals, Armed Forces personnel, and veterans. Together, we explore your experiences with care, build hope, and strengthen resilience for the road ahead.
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Rachel Phillippo-Green
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Ipswich IP9
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
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Jacqueline Sawkins
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Ipswich IP4
Welcome to our specialist services. We offer individual psychotherapy services for people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, traumatic bereavement, OCD, panic attacks, eating disorders, grief, phobias, pain disorders, performance anxiety, stress, and physical/sexual abuse as well as medical related traumatic experiences. Jacqueline has demonstrated the importance of adopting a holistic approach, using evidence-based psychological therapies of both integrative and CBT modalities as well as incorporating, where necessary, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Lorraine Diston
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
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Julie York
Verified Verified
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Renae Estelle Warrington
Counsellor, MBACP
Ipswich IP4
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Lynda Mia Thompson
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Andie McPherson
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Denise Moreton International Online
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Sabrina Kosecki
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Sue Gray
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Carol Townsend
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
I try to make therapy as available to as many people as I possible can. The cost of therapy can be quite steep so I keep my prices as low as I can so that more can access it. Therapy is about getting to where you want to be by making your own unique road map, so that you can use it again in the future if need be. I'm an Addiction Psychologist by trade, with 18 years of private practise behind me, but a lot of my work is helping many different age groups with problems such as OCD and PTSD etc. Please feel free to contact me and we can have a chat to see if i can be any help to you.
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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.