Suicidal Ideation Counselling in Leeds
I understand how life can sometimes feel like a heavy weight on your shoulders. From stress related to work, family, relationships, past trauma, childhood issues that you may feel have not been explored, sexuality, feelings of being misunderstood or not heard, loneliness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, amongst many other issues that are important to you and will therefore become immediately important to me ,as your wellbeing is my main concern. I understand and I am here to listen to your thoughts and feelings and help you to explore your issues and help you with your achievable goals in our safe, confidential space.Leeds 6
I understand how life can sometimes feel like a heavy weight on your shoulders. From stress related to work, family, relationships, past trauma, childhood issues that you may feel have not been explored, sexuality, feelings of being misunderstood or not heard, loneliness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, amongst many other issues that are important to you and will therefore become immediately important to me ,as your wellbeing is my main concern. I understand and I am here to listen to your thoughts and feelings and help you to explore your issues and help you with your achievable goals in our safe, confidential space.Leeds 6
These adverse events can shatter everything you believe in, leaving you feeling lost, suicidal, not knowing who you are anymore.
I am a qualified Psychologist, Trauma-Focused Psychotherapist and a Person-Centred Counsellor, specialised in complex trauma and associated PTSD. I offe a safe confidential space to explore any posttraumatic responses, suicidal thoughts, relationship issues and grief. I engage to meet your experiences with full acceptance, care and empathic understanding.
These adverse events can shatter everything you believe in, leaving you feeling lost, suicidal, not knowing who you are anymore.
I am a qualified Psychologist, Trauma-Focused Psychotherapist and a Person-Centred Counsellor, specialised in complex trauma and associated PTSD. I offe a safe confidential space to explore any posttraumatic responses, suicidal thoughts, relationship issues and grief. I engage to meet your experiences with full acceptance, care and empathic understanding.
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 16 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 16 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
Integrating Counselling, Somatic Therapy and Movement. Inclusive Trauma-Informed Therapy. Queer, POC, Neurodivergent and Sex Worker-led. Feminist and intersectional.
Have you been feeling stuck, wobbly and disembodied lately? I’m Ting, and I provide a safe sanctuary where you can be, just as you are. My practice honours the body-mind connection, helping you process emotions in your body. Whether you are holding trauma, identity or relationship issues, you can see me in-person in Leeds City Centre and online.
Integrating Counselling, Somatic Therapy and Movement. Inclusive Trauma-Informed Therapy. Queer, POC, Neurodivergent and Sex Worker-led. Feminist and intersectional.
Have you been feeling stuck, wobbly and disembodied lately? I’m Ting, and I provide a safe sanctuary where you can be, just as you are. My practice honours the body-mind connection, helping you process emotions in your body. Whether you are holding trauma, identity or relationship issues, you can see me in-person in Leeds City Centre and online.
Do you sometimes feel invisible or like an outsider, as if you don't belong? Does life feel like an uphill battle most of the time? Do you feel exhausted, desperate or overwhelmed? Our upbringing, cultural background or significant life events can affect the way we view ourselves and how we respond to our world. Sometimes we can become overwhelmed by our own self limiting beliefs and destructive patterns. Counselling provides a safe space for you to be heard and be accepted. This is a therapeutic relationship where you are supported to understand yourself and empowers you to choose the path which will help you to flourish.
Do you sometimes feel invisible or like an outsider, as if you don't belong? Does life feel like an uphill battle most of the time? Do you feel exhausted, desperate or overwhelmed? Our upbringing, cultural background or significant life events can affect the way we view ourselves and how we respond to our world. Sometimes we can become overwhelmed by our own self limiting beliefs and destructive patterns. Counselling provides a safe space for you to be heard and be accepted. This is a therapeutic relationship where you are supported to understand yourself and empowers you to choose the path which will help you to flourish.
Life can be tricky! It can feel like you are wading through mud, it can feel completely overwhelming and sometimes it can just feel off balance. Life makes many demands on us including relationships, work, responsibilities, unexpected life events, grief and unresolved feelings from experiences in your past. Sometimes we all need a bit of extra emotional support and I'm here to help you with that. I can offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your situation, feelings and thoughts, where you will be fully heard, without judgment or rejection. We will work together to focus on your wellbeing.
Life can be tricky! It can feel like you are wading through mud, it can feel completely overwhelming and sometimes it can just feel off balance. Life makes many demands on us including relationships, work, responsibilities, unexpected life events, grief and unresolved feelings from experiences in your past. Sometimes we all need a bit of extra emotional support and I'm here to help you with that. I can offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your situation, feelings and thoughts, where you will be fully heard, without judgment or rejection. We will work together to focus on your wellbeing.
Sometimes life can be a struggle. You might be lying awake at night replaying the same worries, feeling flat when everyone else seems to be “getting on with it”, or simply tired of pretending you’re fine. If that sounds familiar, counselling could help.
I’m Jonathan, a BACP-registered counsellor. I won’t sit in silence nodding endlessly, but I also won’t tell you how to live your life. Think of me as a fellow human who’s trained to listen properly, ask the right questions, and help you make sense of things that feel messy or overwhelming.
Sometimes life can be a struggle. You might be lying awake at night replaying the same worries, feeling flat when everyone else seems to be “getting on with it”, or simply tired of pretending you’re fine. If that sounds familiar, counselling could help.
I’m Jonathan, a BACP-registered counsellor. I won’t sit in silence nodding endlessly, but I also won’t tell you how to live your life. Think of me as a fellow human who’s trained to listen properly, ask the right questions, and help you make sense of things that feel messy or overwhelming.
Some of my clients may feel anxious, low, or overwhelmed, perhaps carrying past trauma or facing cultural adjustment challenges. They need a safe, understanding space to express themselves without judgement, especially if English isn’t their first language. Their goal is to build confidence, self-awareness, and practical tools to manage life’s challenges. They want lasting change, moving from coping to thriving, so they can live more fully, authentically, and with greater emotional resilience.
Some of my clients may feel anxious, low, or overwhelmed, perhaps carrying past trauma or facing cultural adjustment challenges. They need a safe, understanding space to express themselves without judgement, especially if English isn’t their first language. Their goal is to build confidence, self-awareness, and practical tools to manage life’s challenges. They want lasting change, moving from coping to thriving, so they can live more fully, authentically, and with greater emotional resilience.
I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist currently working in the NHS and private sector. I have a range of experience in offering expert psychological assessment and therapy to adults and children with mental health difficulties.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist currently working in the NHS and private sector. I have a range of experience in offering expert psychological assessment and therapy to adults and children with mental health difficulties.
I offer a safe, judgment-free space for people to explore whatever difficult experiences they may be going through. With over 10 years of experience as a counsellor, I have learned that counselling works best when the person feels that they can say the unsayable. My professional experience has taught when it works well counselling provides a way for a person to understand themselves and their situation better, and through that equip them to make clearer decisions and embrace change. I can offer sessions in person, online, or via telephone.
I offer a safe, judgment-free space for people to explore whatever difficult experiences they may be going through. With over 10 years of experience as a counsellor, I have learned that counselling works best when the person feels that they can say the unsayable. My professional experience has taught when it works well counselling provides a way for a person to understand themselves and their situation better, and through that equip them to make clearer decisions and embrace change. I can offer sessions in person, online, or via telephone.
I am a counsellor and hypnotherapist, working with adults and teenagers, I work with issues such as adult survivors of sexual abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, suicide,confidence building, pain relief, depression, low self esteem, regression work, anger, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bereavement, trauma, bullying, self harm, phobia's, insomnia, weight loss, stopping smoking and other issues I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and hypnotherapist, I am a member of BACP.
As a counsellor I work with people to address and resolve specific problems, making decisions, coping with crisis, developing personal insights and knowledge, working through inner conflict or improving relationships with others within a safe space. I believe counselling provides an opportunity for people to live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
I am a counsellor and hypnotherapist, working with adults and teenagers, I work with issues such as adult survivors of sexual abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, suicide,confidence building, pain relief, depression, low self esteem, regression work, anger, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bereavement, trauma, bullying, self harm, phobia's, insomnia, weight loss, stopping smoking and other issues I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and hypnotherapist, I am a member of BACP.
As a counsellor I work with people to address and resolve specific problems, making decisions, coping with crisis, developing personal insights and knowledge, working through inner conflict or improving relationships with others within a safe space. I believe counselling provides an opportunity for people to live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
Hi I'm Nicole Connor, an accredited CBT therapist who also provides EMDR. I have always had a passion for supporting people with their mental health and I have over 20 years of experience working in this area. Over that time I have developed my informal yet evidence based approach to help provide the therapeutic help needed for each individual. I am very passionate about working in an inclusive way to adapt therapy and help each person I work with get the most out of their treatment. I have training in ACT and compassion based approaches which I regularly integrate into my therapy.
I am able to provide weekend and evening sessions.
Hi I'm Nicole Connor, an accredited CBT therapist who also provides EMDR. I have always had a passion for supporting people with their mental health and I have over 20 years of experience working in this area. Over that time I have developed my informal yet evidence based approach to help provide the therapeutic help needed for each individual. I am very passionate about working in an inclusive way to adapt therapy and help each person I work with get the most out of their treatment. I have training in ACT and compassion based approaches which I regularly integrate into my therapy.
I am able to provide weekend and evening sessions.
I provide a range of interventions that help reduce physical and psychological ailments, depression, anxiety, self harm, loss, PTSD inter generational wounds, identity issues, self image, suicidal ideation, family issues.
Holistic healing methods, expressive arts, EFT skills integral eye movement, somatic experiencing techniques are tailored to suit individual need combined with talking therapies &CBT. The skills help regulate the nervous system improving stress, grief, tension & panic, diffusing negative thoughts & angry reactions, aiding self healing and depressed thinking.
I provide a range of interventions that help reduce physical and psychological ailments, depression, anxiety, self harm, loss, PTSD inter generational wounds, identity issues, self image, suicidal ideation, family issues.
Holistic healing methods, expressive arts, EFT skills integral eye movement, somatic experiencing techniques are tailored to suit individual need combined with talking therapies &CBT. The skills help regulate the nervous system improving stress, grief, tension & panic, diffusing negative thoughts & angry reactions, aiding self healing and depressed thinking.
Making the decision to start counselling and talk about the things that are troubling can be scary, however having a space to talk openly without judgement can be the beginning of your journey. I offer the opportunity and support for individuals from all walks of life to explore their struggles with the aim to develop an understanding of themselves and build confidence in their abilities and in who they are. Over 10 years I have supported men, women and children of different ages, cultural and social backgrounds through their own journey.
Making the decision to start counselling and talk about the things that are troubling can be scary, however having a space to talk openly without judgement can be the beginning of your journey. I offer the opportunity and support for individuals from all walks of life to explore their struggles with the aim to develop an understanding of themselves and build confidence in their abilities and in who they are. Over 10 years I have supported men, women and children of different ages, cultural and social backgrounds through their own journey.
As a compassionate and experienced therapist, I specialise in supporting children and young people, particularly those navigating neurodivergence, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, low self-esteem, anger, and anxiety.
Every young person is unique, so I tailor my approach to suit their needs. I integrate creative methods like art and play therapy alongside traditional talking therapy. As a neurodivergent therapist, I adapt my work to support neurodivergent clients effectively. I also have specialist training in eating disorders and self-harm.
As a compassionate and experienced therapist, I specialise in supporting children and young people, particularly those navigating neurodivergence, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, low self-esteem, anger, and anxiety.
Every young person is unique, so I tailor my approach to suit their needs. I integrate creative methods like art and play therapy alongside traditional talking therapy. As a neurodivergent therapist, I adapt my work to support neurodivergent clients effectively. I also have specialist training in eating disorders and self-harm.
Hi, I’m Sam, a Children’s Creative Counsellor. I bring sunshine into the lives of children, young people, and families. As a Person-Centred Counsellor and registered member of the BACP, I understand how important it is for young people to feel safe, seen, and heard. Whether your child is dealing with school anxieties, family changes, or just the ups and downs of growing up, I offer a supportive, confidential space where they can explore their thoughts and feelings freely. I'm here to help guide them through their challenges with care and understanding.
Hi, I’m Sam, a Children’s Creative Counsellor. I bring sunshine into the lives of children, young people, and families. As a Person-Centred Counsellor and registered member of the BACP, I understand how important it is for young people to feel safe, seen, and heard. Whether your child is dealing with school anxieties, family changes, or just the ups and downs of growing up, I offer a supportive, confidential space where they can explore their thoughts and feelings freely. I'm here to help guide them through their challenges with care and understanding.
You might turn to therapy for a number of reasons: having faced a life-changing event: trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or low self- esteem. You may struggle with functioning day to day, or feel overwhelmed by feelings and emotions that you don’t understand. Past life events can also get in the way of living your life in the present moment, and you may struggle to connect with others and feel isolated. Perhaps you feel as though no one really listens, or understands what you are going through. This is where confidential help and support in the form of therapy could be the answer.
You might turn to therapy for a number of reasons: having faced a life-changing event: trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or low self- esteem. You may struggle with functioning day to day, or feel overwhelmed by feelings and emotions that you don’t understand. Past life events can also get in the way of living your life in the present moment, and you may struggle to connect with others and feel isolated. Perhaps you feel as though no one really listens, or understands what you are going through. This is where confidential help and support in the form of therapy could be the answer.
I am a BACP accredited, registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. I am a humanistic, integrative practitioner. This means my relationship with you is my priority in our work. I use different techniques to focus on you and your needs. Enabling you to reach your therapeutic goals. I work to the BACP ethics and guidelines and offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space. The space and time are yours to explore and reflect on what you chose.
I am a BACP accredited, registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. I am a humanistic, integrative practitioner. This means my relationship with you is my priority in our work. I use different techniques to focus on you and your needs. Enabling you to reach your therapeutic goals. I work to the BACP ethics and guidelines and offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space. The space and time are yours to explore and reflect on what you chose.
Autism and ADHD Counselling Specialist. I am a relational integrative counsellor/psychotherapist and a specialist in autism and ADHD counselling. I have a passion for helping neurodivergent people reach their full potential. At the foundation of my work is the therapeutic relationship, created in collaboration with each individual client. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is central to the counselling process, helping clients to explore ways in which they relate to themselves and others. My aim is to create an emotionally supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of each client.
Autism and ADHD Counselling Specialist. I am a relational integrative counsellor/psychotherapist and a specialist in autism and ADHD counselling. I have a passion for helping neurodivergent people reach their full potential. At the foundation of my work is the therapeutic relationship, created in collaboration with each individual client. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is central to the counselling process, helping clients to explore ways in which they relate to themselves and others. My aim is to create an emotionally supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of each client.
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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.