Suicidal Ideation Counselling in South East London, London

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Irene Brown-Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE14
I have extensive experience in the assessment and management of self harm and suicidal ideation.
I am a clinical lead with 14 years of experience in working in NHS services. My years of experience has taught me that effective psychotherapy involves treatment that includes a bio psychosocial approach. Clients receive a comprehensive assessment, then collaboratively outline treatment goals. Treatment is always tailored to the individual person.
I have extensive experience in the assessment and management of self harm and suicidal ideation.
I am a clinical lead with 14 years of experience in working in NHS services. My years of experience has taught me that effective psychotherapy involves treatment that includes a bio psychosocial approach. Clients receive a comprehensive assessment, then collaboratively outline treatment goals. Treatment is always tailored to the individual person.
020 4538 8269 View 020 4538 8269
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Mervyn Reid
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE1
As an Adult, Child, Young Person, Couple and Family/Systemic Counsellor, I bring a lot of experience and a vast range of skills to support a wide range of people and presentations, from suicide and self-harm, depression and anxiety to trauma and self-identity work.
Hello, and well done making it this far. I am a light-hearted Counsellor, Trainer & Supervisor who is very easy to talk with. I have 20+ years of experience working with couples, young people, children, individuals, and families. I work via face-to-face, telephone or online sessions using an integrative approach that helps us apply the best support at the best time. As a client-directed Counsellor, I take your lead, tailoring our sessions to suit your needs—Telephone & Online services across the UK and Ireland. Give me a call or a text to arrange your free 15-minute consultation. Clinical Supervision & Consultation offered.
As an Adult, Child, Young Person, Couple and Family/Systemic Counsellor, I bring a lot of experience and a vast range of skills to support a wide range of people and presentations, from suicide and self-harm, depression and anxiety to trauma and self-identity work.
Hello, and well done making it this far. I am a light-hearted Counsellor, Trainer & Supervisor who is very easy to talk with. I have 20+ years of experience working with couples, young people, children, individuals, and families. I work via face-to-face, telephone or online sessions using an integrative approach that helps us apply the best support at the best time. As a client-directed Counsellor, I take your lead, tailoring our sessions to suit your needs—Telephone & Online services across the UK and Ireland. Give me a call or a text to arrange your free 15-minute consultation. Clinical Supervision & Consultation offered.
028 9694 3156 View 028 9694 3156
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Claudine Astles
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have worked with adult survivors of sexual abuse and people struggling with ideas of suicide as well as supporting clients to overcome low self esteem, anxiety, and manage the pressures life brings to us all.
The first step towards asking for help can be the hardest. Get in touch and we can take it together. My name is Claudine Astles and I work with clients in the Victoria area of central London, SW1, and also online. I am committed to offering a safe, non-judgemental space in which we can use counselling and therapy to explore your concerns, fears, and anxieties, and work together to help you reconnect with joy. I work with individuals on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
I have worked with adult survivors of sexual abuse and people struggling with ideas of suicide as well as supporting clients to overcome low self esteem, anxiety, and manage the pressures life brings to us all.
The first step towards asking for help can be the hardest. Get in touch and we can take it together. My name is Claudine Astles and I work with clients in the Victoria area of central London, SW1, and also online. I am committed to offering a safe, non-judgemental space in which we can use counselling and therapy to explore your concerns, fears, and anxieties, and work together to help you reconnect with joy. I work with individuals on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
020 3974 2441 View 020 3974 2441
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Nelson Davis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I also have specialism, dealing with suicidal ideation, and helping families deal with suicide's aftermath.
It can be a huge step to decide to talk to a counsellor/psychotherapist about personal issues so it is important to find someone you are comfortable with, who will not judge you but accept you for who you are. I offer office based and/or telephone therapy. The relationship between therapist and patient is fundamentally important. I liken psychotherapy to being in a clothing shop changing room where we get a unique view of ourselves from all angles.  Likewise therapy is about helping someone to glimpse  and explore hidden parts of themselves or just helping them make sense of their distress. I am trained in EMDR
I also have specialism, dealing with suicidal ideation, and helping families deal with suicide's aftermath.
It can be a huge step to decide to talk to a counsellor/psychotherapist about personal issues so it is important to find someone you are comfortable with, who will not judge you but accept you for who you are. I offer office based and/or telephone therapy. The relationship between therapist and patient is fundamentally important. I liken psychotherapy to being in a clothing shop changing room where we get a unique view of ourselves from all angles.  Likewise therapy is about helping someone to glimpse  and explore hidden parts of themselves or just helping them make sense of their distress. I am trained in EMDR
028 9590 9787 View 028 9590 9787
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Tom Secretan
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South East London, London SE4
During my early training, I volunteered for Maytree, a residential centre for people in suicidal crisis.
All sorts of things bring us to counselling and psychotherapy. Sometimes it’s a life event or transition that feels overwhelming. Sometimes it’s that we find ourselves struggling in relationships, or troubled by our thoughts, feelings or behaviour. Sometimes we are having to cope with an environment that devalues or rejects some aspect of our identity, or we just feel deep down that our lives could be lived more fully. In many cases, we arrive in therapy already knowing what we want help with; in others, this is what we come to find out.
During my early training, I volunteered for Maytree, a residential centre for people in suicidal crisis.
All sorts of things bring us to counselling and psychotherapy. Sometimes it’s a life event or transition that feels overwhelming. Sometimes it’s that we find ourselves struggling in relationships, or troubled by our thoughts, feelings or behaviour. Sometimes we are having to cope with an environment that devalues or rejects some aspect of our identity, or we just feel deep down that our lives could be lived more fully. In many cases, we arrive in therapy already knowing what we want help with; in others, this is what we come to find out.
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Samuel Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE15
I bring experience in community-based low-cost counselling, suicide prevention and private practice.
I am an integrative existential therapist, offering a safe, grounded and non-judgemental space for you to explore what it means to be you. I draw from existential and psychodynamic approaches, depending on what you bring to therapy. Therapy can be an opportunity to look in depth at the challenges, concerns or difficulties you may be encountering in your life. I practise with curiosity and openness as I seek to understand what life is like for you. Collaboratively, we will work to help you develop a better understanding of yourself, your struggles and the potential means for change in your life, or relief from your distress.
I bring experience in community-based low-cost counselling, suicide prevention and private practice.
I am an integrative existential therapist, offering a safe, grounded and non-judgemental space for you to explore what it means to be you. I draw from existential and psychodynamic approaches, depending on what you bring to therapy. Therapy can be an opportunity to look in depth at the challenges, concerns or difficulties you may be encountering in your life. I practise with curiosity and openness as I seek to understand what life is like for you. Collaboratively, we will work to help you develop a better understanding of yourself, your struggles and the potential means for change in your life, or relief from your distress.
020 7123 9334 View 020 7123 9334
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Marjorie Coke
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE6
I have a particular interest of working with clients bereaved by suicide.
I draw on different disciplines and provide therapy that is long-term (open-ended) and short term (6-12 weeks). As well as working with adults, I have experience working within University (all ages), a Youth Counselling Service (13-25 year olds), primary schools (5-11 year olds) and secondary schools (11-16 year olds).
I have a particular interest of working with clients bereaved by suicide.
I draw on different disciplines and provide therapy that is long-term (open-ended) and short term (6-12 weeks). As well as working with adults, I have experience working within University (all ages), a Youth Counselling Service (13-25 year olds), primary schools (5-11 year olds) and secondary schools (11-16 year olds).
020 3879 4232 View 020 3879 4232
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Ben Scanlan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE1
This range of experiences has seen me work with people who are suicidal and have been labelled in a variety of ways - ultimately all of them have been looking for a greater understanding of life.
Life is difficult. Do more, be more. Be what others want. I offer a space where we examine where you are in life, what's brought you here, what it's like being you and you in relation to others, and how you're contributing to where you're at. How will we do this? Through our relationship, where I'll offer support, care, empathy and challenge to help you examine life.
This range of experiences has seen me work with people who are suicidal and have been labelled in a variety of ways - ultimately all of them have been looking for a greater understanding of life.
Life is difficult. Do more, be more. Be what others want. I offer a space where we examine where you are in life, what's brought you here, what it's like being you and you in relation to others, and how you're contributing to where you're at. How will we do this? Through our relationship, where I'll offer support, care, empathy and challenge to help you examine life.
020 3962 1562 View 020 3962 1562
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Kira Montague
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE19
I have supported adults facing a wide variety of experiences, including; depression, anxiety, frustration and feeling stuck, relationship challenges, loss and bereavement, work related stress, personality disorders, self-harming behaviour and suicidal thoughts, childhood sexual abuse, postnatal depression and people who want to deepen their relationship with themselves.
My way of working integrates humanistic and psychodynamic approaches, alongside the arts. Together we will work towards building a trusting relationship which offers the opportunity to explore and understand any of the feelings, thoughts and experiences that have brought you to therapy.
I have supported adults facing a wide variety of experiences, including; depression, anxiety, frustration and feeling stuck, relationship challenges, loss and bereavement, work related stress, personality disorders, self-harming behaviour and suicidal thoughts, childhood sexual abuse, postnatal depression and people who want to deepen their relationship with themselves.
My way of working integrates humanistic and psychodynamic approaches, alongside the arts. Together we will work towards building a trusting relationship which offers the opportunity to explore and understand any of the feelings, thoughts and experiences that have brought you to therapy.
020 4572 5107 View 020 4572 5107
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Deon Remzi
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE3
Offering long & short term therapy specialising in, Anxiety, Depression, Abuse, Family issues, Early years parenting, Suicide, Bereavement & Relationship issues.
My humanistic approach places a strong emphasis on the importance of our therapeutic relationship and your self-exploration. I believe that each individual possesses an innate drive towards personal growth and self-actualisation. My role is to create a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, & emotions freely.
Offering long & short term therapy specialising in, Anxiety, Depression, Abuse, Family issues, Early years parenting, Suicide, Bereavement & Relationship issues.
My humanistic approach places a strong emphasis on the importance of our therapeutic relationship and your self-exploration. I believe that each individual possesses an innate drive towards personal growth and self-actualisation. My role is to create a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, & emotions freely.
020 7123 9359 View 020 7123 9359
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Compassion Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have experience helping individuals with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, self harming, trauma, relationship issues, sexual abuse, emotional distress, attachment issues & intimacy related issues.
I work from a Person-Centred approach. I believe you hold the key to your own healing and the therapeutic relationship we have is vital to your healing process. I believe the core values are important in counselling and they need to be present for healing to take place. They include non- judgment, congruence, respect, dignity, autonomy and empathy,
I have experience helping individuals with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, self harming, trauma, relationship issues, sexual abuse, emotional distress, attachment issues & intimacy related issues.
I work from a Person-Centred approach. I believe you hold the key to your own healing and the therapeutic relationship we have is vital to your healing process. I believe the core values are important in counselling and they need to be present for healing to take place. They include non- judgment, congruence, respect, dignity, autonomy and empathy,
020 7046 0102 View 020 7046 0102
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Claire Golding
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE9
And I have had specific training to work with client's who self harm, suffer with addiction and those who have suicidal or intrusive thoughts.
I work integratively I use skills and techniques from different theories and models. Every client is different and what works for one person may not work for another. I let the client control the sessions. It's your time and space I'm merely trying to support you at your own pace.
And I have had specific training to work with client's who self harm, suffer with addiction and those who have suicidal or intrusive thoughts.
I work integratively I use skills and techniques from different theories and models. Every client is different and what works for one person may not work for another. I let the client control the sessions. It's your time and space I'm merely trying to support you at your own pace.
020 3984 9222 View 020 3984 9222
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Mou Cameron - Gold Thread Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE27
My particular areas of experience are with clients who suffer from Anxiety and Stress, Addictions, ADHD, Bereavement, Body Image, Behaviour Change, Childhood Impact, Cancer, Chronic Health Conditions, Crossroads in life, Depression, Family Conflict, Loneliness, Low Mood, Low Self Esteem, Negative Thought Patterns, Suicidal thoughts, Systems Of Oppression, Relationships and Traumatic Events.
Therapy with me is an opportunity for you to express yourself without judgement. A space to explore your struggles. A place where you can start to connect with what you need. To make sense of what’s causing you pain and discomfort. This process of expression can be priceless, liberating and transforming.
My particular areas of experience are with clients who suffer from Anxiety and Stress, Addictions, ADHD, Bereavement, Body Image, Behaviour Change, Childhood Impact, Cancer, Chronic Health Conditions, Crossroads in life, Depression, Family Conflict, Loneliness, Low Mood, Low Self Esteem, Negative Thought Patterns, Suicidal thoughts, Systems Of Oppression, Relationships and Traumatic Events.
Therapy with me is an opportunity for you to express yourself without judgement. A space to explore your struggles. A place where you can start to connect with what you need. To make sense of what’s causing you pain and discomfort. This process of expression can be priceless, liberating and transforming.
01689 664480 View 01689 664480
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Lisa Rose Akanuma
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE25
I have special interest in self-harm, suicidal ideation and childhood trauma resulting from neglect and abuse.
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, I was trained to carefully observe children and young people and respond to what they are consciously and unconsciously communicating through their behaviour, verbally and non-verbally, through unstructured play, their silence, and other ways to communicate their emotional difficulties or distress. I have several years working in the NHS in CAMHS, and with charity organizations, providing evidence-based therapy and individual & group interventions for children and adolescents and supporting the networks involved in their care so that they can build resilience, flourish and live fuller lives.
I have special interest in self-harm, suicidal ideation and childhood trauma resulting from neglect and abuse.
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, I was trained to carefully observe children and young people and respond to what they are consciously and unconsciously communicating through their behaviour, verbally and non-verbally, through unstructured play, their silence, and other ways to communicate their emotional difficulties or distress. I have several years working in the NHS in CAMHS, and with charity organizations, providing evidence-based therapy and individual & group interventions for children and adolescents and supporting the networks involved in their care so that they can build resilience, flourish and live fuller lives.
01883 779598 View 01883 779598
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Jules Kosciuczyk
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE22
I specialise in depression, anxiety, lacking in purpose or meaning, addiction, negative core beliefs, suicidal ideation, intensity of emotions, exploring vulnerability, self worth and feeling lost in life.
Counselling is an open, curious exploration of our inner world and the largest part of what makes therapy successful is the relationship. I believe in cultivating a compassionate, creative, empathetic space filled with depth and connection. My aim is to hold people in the vulnerability of their emotions as we collaboratively work towards healing.
I specialise in depression, anxiety, lacking in purpose or meaning, addiction, negative core beliefs, suicidal ideation, intensity of emotions, exploring vulnerability, self worth and feeling lost in life.
Counselling is an open, curious exploration of our inner world and the largest part of what makes therapy successful is the relationship. I believe in cultivating a compassionate, creative, empathetic space filled with depth and connection. My aim is to hold people in the vulnerability of their emotions as we collaboratively work towards healing.
020 4538 9778 View 020 4538 9778
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Alison Skilbeck
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE1
Here are some of the issues I have helped clients explore: depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, loss, anger, family relationships, relationships with partners, self-harm, lack of self esteem, suicidal thoughts, health-related issues, self-development, creativity, mindfulness, spirituality, search for meaning.
If you decide to work with me it will be rather like setting out on a journey together. On that journey I’ll be your fellow traveller, companion and guide. Whether or not your reason for coming to see me is an external situation that’s impacting your life, a key part of our time together will be to explore your inner world. As we explore that world together you may develop greater insight into patterns of thought and behaviour that served you once but now limit you; you may find alternative ways of approaching difficulties; you may discover a way of being in the world that is more in tune with who you truly are.
Here are some of the issues I have helped clients explore: depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, loss, anger, family relationships, relationships with partners, self-harm, lack of self esteem, suicidal thoughts, health-related issues, self-development, creativity, mindfulness, spirituality, search for meaning.
If you decide to work with me it will be rather like setting out on a journey together. On that journey I’ll be your fellow traveller, companion and guide. Whether or not your reason for coming to see me is an external situation that’s impacting your life, a key part of our time together will be to explore your inner world. As we explore that world together you may develop greater insight into patterns of thought and behaviour that served you once but now limit you; you may find alternative ways of approaching difficulties; you may discover a way of being in the world that is more in tune with who you truly are.
01323 914938 View 01323 914938
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Daniel Sherman Therapy | Adults, Couples & Teens
Counsellor
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE23
This can be using Psychotherapy or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or a combination of various techniques - whichever is most suited to your needs! I support adults, couples & teens dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self harm, suicidal thoughts, sexuality concerns, grief & loss & addiction struggles as well as many other issues.
I specialise in providing sensitive, authentic, non-judgemental psychotherapeutic counselling in a safe environment in which my clients no longer feel like they have to struggle alone. I've been there & understand the tough challenges in life. So I will be there with you, every step of the way, by your side whilst we work through whatever is troubling you.
This can be using Psychotherapy or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or a combination of various techniques - whichever is most suited to your needs! I support adults, couples & teens dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self harm, suicidal thoughts, sexuality concerns, grief & loss & addiction struggles as well as many other issues.
I specialise in providing sensitive, authentic, non-judgemental psychotherapeutic counselling in a safe environment in which my clients no longer feel like they have to struggle alone. I've been there & understand the tough challenges in life. So I will be there with you, every step of the way, by your side whilst we work through whatever is troubling you.
020 3835 6016 View 020 3835 6016
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Anne Lucas - Counselling - Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
But, thanks to my own background, I often see parents, people across cultures/economic backgrounds, expatriates, professionals/executives, & people with suicidal ideation, going through major life changes or affected by trauma.
Are you feeling exhausted by life’s demands? Prehards you’ve always felt alone. Maybe you feel emotionally overwhelmed right now. Life can be difficult, and some experiences are profoundly painful. While everyone's challenges are unique, asking for help is always nerve-wracking; it takes a leap of faith to reach out! Still, therapy can change your life. I’m an experienced and fully qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists. I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy sessions for adults of varying lengths, in either French (mother tongue) or English, according to your needs.
But, thanks to my own background, I often see parents, people across cultures/economic backgrounds, expatriates, professionals/executives, & people with suicidal ideation, going through major life changes or affected by trauma.
Are you feeling exhausted by life’s demands? Prehards you’ve always felt alone. Maybe you feel emotionally overwhelmed right now. Life can be difficult, and some experiences are profoundly painful. While everyone's challenges are unique, asking for help is always nerve-wracking; it takes a leap of faith to reach out! Still, therapy can change your life. I’m an experienced and fully qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists. I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy sessions for adults of varying lengths, in either French (mother tongue) or English, according to your needs.
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Amanda Sandeman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may feel depressed, stressed, worthless or have suicidal thoughts.
My aim is to help you learn to manage difficult feelings and thoughts. I offer a confidential space and a calm presence in which you can explore any personal issues free of judgment. Once you feel listened to, heard and understood, we will work together to help you find the inner strength to implement the changes that you wish to make in your life.
You may feel depressed, stressed, worthless or have suicidal thoughts.
My aim is to help you learn to manage difficult feelings and thoughts. I offer a confidential space and a calm presence in which you can explore any personal issues free of judgment. Once you feel listened to, heard and understood, we will work together to help you find the inner strength to implement the changes that you wish to make in your life.
020 3994 2205 View 020 3994 2205
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Nadine Hughes
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I support in various challenges such as Abandonment, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement & loss, Depression, Dissociation, Low self esteem, Identity, PTSD, Relationship problems, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Self harm and much more.
I have therapeutic experience of working with Sexual Trauma, Loss/Bereavement, Relationship issues and Dissociative behaviours. My current specialisms are working with adult survivors of childhood and sexual trauma. I have a growing interest in Polyvagal Theory and Somatic (Bodily) experiences of trauma. I am a poetic journaling advocate and work creatively.
I support in various challenges such as Abandonment, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement & loss, Depression, Dissociation, Low self esteem, Identity, PTSD, Relationship problems, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Self harm and much more.
I have therapeutic experience of working with Sexual Trauma, Loss/Bereavement, Relationship issues and Dissociative behaviours. My current specialisms are working with adult survivors of childhood and sexual trauma. I have a growing interest in Polyvagal Theory and Somatic (Bodily) experiences of trauma. I am a poetic journaling advocate and work creatively.
020 3879 4776 View 020 3879 4776
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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.