Suicidal Ideation Counselling in Luton

Rachel Milroy
Psychotherapist
Serves Area
People seek therapy when they are dissatisfied or unhappy and feel that it is possible to make changes but this is very difficult alone. Psychotherapy is a particular type of conversation exploring thoughts, feelings and relationships. Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to think about what is troubling in a safe setting to understand and improve relationships, both with ourselves and others. My thinking and approach places relationships at the heart of experience. When patterns in relationships can be understood we can feel liberated to change.
People seek therapy when they are dissatisfied or unhappy and feel that it is possible to make changes but this is very difficult alone. Psychotherapy is a particular type of conversation exploring thoughts, feelings and relationships. Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to think about what is troubling in a safe setting to understand and improve relationships, both with ourselves and others. My thinking and approach places relationships at the heart of experience. When patterns in relationships can be understood we can feel liberated to change.
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Rafal Jan Komorowski
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
I am a Psychologist specializing in Clinical Psychology. I graduated Master of Sciences (MSC), (mgr) from the Institute of Psychology at the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań. I also completed a psychotherapy course at PCI College in Dublin. I am a certified CBT Psychotherapist with a Professional Certificate CBT Therapy. I also completed a professional course in Neurolinguistic Therapy at the Institute of Neurolinguistics in Warsaw. I participated in many additional courses and workshops to improve my interests and professional qualifications. I am currently in the HCPC registration process. I am member of The BPS and The PTP.
I am a Psychologist specializing in Clinical Psychology. I graduated Master of Sciences (MSC), (mgr) from the Institute of Psychology at the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań. I also completed a psychotherapy course at PCI College in Dublin. I am a certified CBT Psychotherapist with a Professional Certificate CBT Therapy. I also completed a professional course in Neurolinguistic Therapy at the Institute of Neurolinguistics in Warsaw. I participated in many additional courses and workshops to improve my interests and professional qualifications. I am currently in the HCPC registration process. I am member of The BPS and The PTP.
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Paulette Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Luton LU3
There are times in our lives when our ability to cope alone is significantly diminished. You may be there right now. Perhaps negative experiences from the past, or significant life changing experiences have altered the way you think, feel, or behave. You want to move forward, but just can't seem to break the cycle of shame, guilt and fear? You may be unsure who you can trust? My personal experience and faith in God's transforming power fuels my passion to come alongside the hurting, wounded, confused, lonely and voiceless as I witness broken lives being restored.
There are times in our lives when our ability to cope alone is significantly diminished. You may be there right now. Perhaps negative experiences from the past, or significant life changing experiences have altered the way you think, feel, or behave. You want to move forward, but just can't seem to break the cycle of shame, guilt and fear? You may be unsure who you can trust? My personal experience and faith in God's transforming power fuels my passion to come alongside the hurting, wounded, confused, lonely and voiceless as I witness broken lives being restored.
01582 310669 View 01582 310669
Psychway Anna Paradowska
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Helping people to get out of crisis, improve their lifes and achieve their goals is my real passion. I use approaches such as EMDR and CBT to help people not only reduce distress, but also access their internal resources, confidence and capacity to thrive. I would be delighted to support you with your recovery and personal development.
Helping people to get out of crisis, improve their lifes and achieve their goals is my real passion. I use approaches such as EMDR and CBT to help people not only reduce distress, but also access their internal resources, confidence and capacity to thrive. I would be delighted to support you with your recovery and personal development.
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Karen Rowlands
Counsellor, BACP
Luton LU1
Are you feeling anxious, sad or struggling to cope? Perhaps you are going through life-changing events such as bereavement, divorce, long-term illness or feelings of being stuck and not knowing how to move forwards? Whatever is troubling you, I am here to listen and would like to help you find a positive way forward. I work with adults and adolescents, providing a safe and compassionate environment where you feel comfortable to talk about any aspect of yourself or your life that is troubling you. I work in Herts, Beds and Bucks and offer on-line therapy (Zoom/Skype/video WhatsAPP), evening and weekend apps. available.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or struggling to cope? Perhaps you are going through life-changing events such as bereavement, divorce, long-term illness or feelings of being stuck and not knowing how to move forwards? Whatever is troubling you, I am here to listen and would like to help you find a positive way forward. I work with adults and adolescents, providing a safe and compassionate environment where you feel comfortable to talk about any aspect of yourself or your life that is troubling you. I work in Herts, Beds and Bucks and offer on-line therapy (Zoom/Skype/video WhatsAPP), evening and weekend apps. available.
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Dr Iqbal Mohiuddin
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Luton LU2
I have assessed and holistically treated thousands of NHS patients for over 25 years as a British GMC registered doctor and psychiatrist. I have also been a private Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry since 2008. I have successfully treated over a thousand private patients throughout the UK suffering from a wide variety of mental health problems including Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Alcohol dependence, and Addiction. We also offer supervised Home Alcohol Detox for moderate Alcohol Dependence. I can help you to recover too. I can see you in 7-10 days.
I have assessed and holistically treated thousands of NHS patients for over 25 years as a British GMC registered doctor and psychiatrist. I have also been a private Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry since 2008. I have successfully treated over a thousand private patients throughout the UK suffering from a wide variety of mental health problems including Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Alcohol dependence, and Addiction. We also offer supervised Home Alcohol Detox for moderate Alcohol Dependence. I can help you to recover too. I can see you in 7-10 days.
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Elaine Jenkins
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Luton LU4
A warm welcome to you. What brings you here? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, surviving toxic or controlling relationships? Feeling low or confused in life? Surviving traumas from the past? Suffering a loss? Would you like to understand yourself more fully, why you do what you do? Then this is the place to be. Let's explore this together and make sense of it all. I offer you a warm, 'safe' and supportive space, without judgment, where you feel seen, heard, valued, and understood. I can help you build confidence, set boundaries, and reclaim your freedom, especially if feeling stuck or lost in life situations.
A warm welcome to you. What brings you here? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, surviving toxic or controlling relationships? Feeling low or confused in life? Surviving traumas from the past? Suffering a loss? Would you like to understand yourself more fully, why you do what you do? Then this is the place to be. Let's explore this together and make sense of it all. I offer you a warm, 'safe' and supportive space, without judgment, where you feel seen, heard, valued, and understood. I can help you build confidence, set boundaries, and reclaim your freedom, especially if feeling stuck or lost in life situations.
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Lyn O'Callaghan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Luton LU3
As an Integrative Counsellor, I tailor therapy to each client, as well as talking therapy, I draw from a diverse toolbox of techniques, such as CBT, EMDR and hypnosis. Having completed training specific to trauma and trauma-informed approaches, I am confident in my skills to scaffold clients while they learn ways to overcome obstacles, develop coping skills, and enhance their overall well-being. Through collaboration with my clients, they are able to explore concerns, build resilience and cultivate positive lasting change.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I tailor therapy to each client, as well as talking therapy, I draw from a diverse toolbox of techniques, such as CBT, EMDR and hypnosis. Having completed training specific to trauma and trauma-informed approaches, I am confident in my skills to scaffold clients while they learn ways to overcome obstacles, develop coping skills, and enhance their overall well-being. Through collaboration with my clients, they are able to explore concerns, build resilience and cultivate positive lasting change.
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Rebecca Noorian
Counsellor, MBACP
Luton LU1
I work with adults experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety in relationships and low self-esteem or feelings of not being 'good enough.' You may feel anxious or on edge in relationships but more confident when on your own, or notice repeating relationships patterns that feel difficult to change. You may struggle to express how you feel, leading to frustration, self-doubt or feeling overlooked.
I work with adults experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety in relationships and low self-esteem or feelings of not being 'good enough.' You may feel anxious or on edge in relationships but more confident when on your own, or notice repeating relationships patterns that feel difficult to change. You may struggle to express how you feel, leading to frustration, self-doubt or feeling overlooked.
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Deeann Press
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Luton LU2
Please don't struggle alone - I can help you. We can explore together all the difficulties that you are battling with. Dark and negative thoughts can be shared and worked through. I have a high success rate of dealing with issues from anxiety, depression, confidence, anger, addiction, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, relationship issues, bullying, friendship problems, bereavement, school/work problems, stress and many, many more. If you feel you are living in your own mind, together we can change this - there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Please don't struggle alone - I can help you. We can explore together all the difficulties that you are battling with. Dark and negative thoughts can be shared and worked through. I have a high success rate of dealing with issues from anxiety, depression, confidence, anger, addiction, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, relationship issues, bullying, friendship problems, bereavement, school/work problems, stress and many, many more. If you feel you are living in your own mind, together we can change this - there is light at the end of the tunnel.
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Dr Christly Palacio
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Luton LU4
Are you looking for psychological support to help you overcome trauma? Whether you have experienced childhood trauma including child abuse and neglect, bullying, physical or sexual assault, domestic abuse, road traffic accident, racism, emotional neglect, unmet psychological needs from parents, war, or other types of distressing events, we can make sense of your traumatic experiences in therapy. Many psychological difficulties such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and other issues often stem from trauma. Whether or not you have a formal diagnosis of PTSD, we can work together to help you overcome the impact of trauma.
Are you looking for psychological support to help you overcome trauma? Whether you have experienced childhood trauma including child abuse and neglect, bullying, physical or sexual assault, domestic abuse, road traffic accident, racism, emotional neglect, unmet psychological needs from parents, war, or other types of distressing events, we can make sense of your traumatic experiences in therapy. Many psychological difficulties such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and other issues often stem from trauma. Whether or not you have a formal diagnosis of PTSD, we can work together to help you overcome the impact of trauma.
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Luminous Minds Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Luton LU1
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to manage your emotions? You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of difficult past experiences. We support adults, children, young people, and families who feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or who are finding things difficult at home, at school, or in relationships. We offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s going on, helping you feel more in control and better able to understand and manage what you’re going through.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to manage your emotions? You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of difficult past experiences. We support adults, children, young people, and families who feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or who are finding things difficult at home, at school, or in relationships. We offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s going on, helping you feel more in control and better able to understand and manage what you’re going through.
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Danielle Slater
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Mental health conditions don’t arise because there is something wrong with us but because at some point we have left parts of ourselves behind through life's inevitable ups and downs. Left unprocessed these experiences deplete and shrink us causing the typical MH issues so familiar to us. We feel unseen and a 'less than' version. Good therapy is about reclaiming yourself bringing together mind, body and spiritual aspects that contribute to your well-being. Reviving purpose, joy and pleasure once again. Put simply, good therapy is about healing and leads to a greater potential in you.
Mental health conditions don’t arise because there is something wrong with us but because at some point we have left parts of ourselves behind through life's inevitable ups and downs. Left unprocessed these experiences deplete and shrink us causing the typical MH issues so familiar to us. We feel unseen and a 'less than' version. Good therapy is about reclaiming yourself bringing together mind, body and spiritual aspects that contribute to your well-being. Reviving purpose, joy and pleasure once again. Put simply, good therapy is about healing and leads to a greater potential in you.
01727 326591 View 01727 326591
Ian Glenister
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Perhaps you are feeling lost, in a 'strange place' or no longer feel yourself to be the person you once were. You'd like to understand why this is and talk about your difficult feelings with someone who is non-judgmental and who can help you better understand them.
Perhaps you are feeling lost, in a 'strange place' or no longer feel yourself to be the person you once were. You'd like to understand why this is and talk about your difficult feelings with someone who is non-judgmental and who can help you better understand them.
07401 253576 View 07401 253576
Rachael Cressey
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, misunderstood by others, or exhausted from constantly holding things together internally. You may struggle with anxiety, relationship difficulties, rejection sensitivity, masking, burnout, or a sense that you don’t fully belong. Perhaps words feel difficult sometimes, or you find yourself deeply feeling things that others seem able to brush aside. Therapy offers a space where you can begin to understand yourself more deeply, feel genuinely seen, and gently unfurl into greater self-acceptance and freedom.
Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, misunderstood by others, or exhausted from constantly holding things together internally. You may struggle with anxiety, relationship difficulties, rejection sensitivity, masking, burnout, or a sense that you don’t fully belong. Perhaps words feel difficult sometimes, or you find yourself deeply feeling things that others seem able to brush aside. Therapy offers a space where you can begin to understand yourself more deeply, feel genuinely seen, and gently unfurl into greater self-acceptance and freedom.
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Chioma Dafikpaku
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Chioma, I am a qualified psychotherapist with 12 years of experience as a mental health nurse, mainly in NHS and the private sector. If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or depression. You may want some relief from these symptoms, but feel stuck in a cycle of fear, low mood or worry.
Hi, my name is Chioma, I am a qualified psychotherapist with 12 years of experience as a mental health nurse, mainly in NHS and the private sector. If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or depression. You may want some relief from these symptoms, but feel stuck in a cycle of fear, low mood or worry.
01908 103940 View 01908 103940
CBT, EMDR, Psychological Coach & Mental Health
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Hey, I am Brenda, a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, EMDR Therapist and a Registered Psychiatric Nurse and an award winner of the "Prestigious Mary Seacole Award". I offer 1:1 CBT therapy to help you to rediscover your self, to become "un-stuck", move forward and rebuild your life from past painful experiences. I use my professional expertise through a variety of evidence based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Coaching theories, plus my lived experiences of trauma, confidence and assertiveness challenges to help you rediscover your true self and reclaim your life. I also support with goal setting, as essential tool.
Hey, I am Brenda, a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, EMDR Therapist and a Registered Psychiatric Nurse and an award winner of the "Prestigious Mary Seacole Award". I offer 1:1 CBT therapy to help you to rediscover your self, to become "un-stuck", move forward and rebuild your life from past painful experiences. I use my professional expertise through a variety of evidence based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Coaching theories, plus my lived experiences of trauma, confidence and assertiveness challenges to help you rediscover your true self and reclaim your life. I also support with goal setting, as essential tool.
020 8106 5762 View 020 8106 5762
Adrian Herceg
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I’m Adrian Herceg, a MBACP-registered integrative counsellor offering trauma-informed counselling in Bedford and online across the UK. I support adults facing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and emotional overwhelm. Whether you're navigating relationship breakdowns, childhood trauma, or compulsive patterns, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your experiences and reconnect with your authentic self.
I’m Adrian Herceg, a MBACP-registered integrative counsellor offering trauma-informed counselling in Bedford and online across the UK. I support adults facing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and emotional overwhelm. Whether you're navigating relationship breakdowns, childhood trauma, or compulsive patterns, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your experiences and reconnect with your authentic self.
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Rebecca Ingram
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you find yourself prioritising the external world and the needs of those around you? Perhaps you feel different to others or misunderstood in relationships? It may be you experience self-doubt, negative thinking or notice yourself repeating patterns that impact your relationships. Whatever is going on for you working together, relationally we can begin to explore ‘YOU’, focus on raising your awareness & understanding of the way you experience yourself, to identify your goals for therapy, to be open to learning new ways of being. Therapy is a commitment between client & therapist, to be open to wanting things to be different.
Do you find yourself prioritising the external world and the needs of those around you? Perhaps you feel different to others or misunderstood in relationships? It may be you experience self-doubt, negative thinking or notice yourself repeating patterns that impact your relationships. Whatever is going on for you working together, relationally we can begin to explore ‘YOU’, focus on raising your awareness & understanding of the way you experience yourself, to identify your goals for therapy, to be open to learning new ways of being. Therapy is a commitment between client & therapist, to be open to wanting things to be different.
01628 969896 View 01628 969896
Danielle Christie Greene
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Psychotherapist specialising in M.E/CFS, chronic health conditions, burnout & neurodivergence. Many of the people I work with feel exhausted or stuck in survival mode after years of managing fluctuating energy, masking, or navigating systems that don’t fully understand their experience.
Psychotherapist specialising in M.E/CFS, chronic health conditions, burnout & neurodivergence. Many of the people I work with feel exhausted or stuck in survival mode after years of managing fluctuating energy, masking, or navigating systems that don’t fully understand their experience.
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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.