Suicidal Ideation Counselling in St Albans
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.
I offer a synergy between psychology, hypnotherapy and psychotherapy to work in alliance with clients towards overcoming their personal challenges, managing stress and developing resilience.
My work is based on a good understanding of the human functioning and psychological distress and how this can be creatively experienced and acted in unique, personal ways - and how to change, when dysfunctional.
To find out more just get in touch.
I offer a synergy between psychology, hypnotherapy and psychotherapy to work in alliance with clients towards overcoming their personal challenges, managing stress and developing resilience.
My work is based on a good understanding of the human functioning and psychological distress and how this can be creatively experienced and acted in unique, personal ways - and how to change, when dysfunctional.
To find out more just get in touch.
Hello, I have been working as a psychotherapist for 35 years, helping people to overcome problems when they are feeling overwhelmed, confused, perhaps depressed and anxious, struggling with relationships, or whatever difficulties life has thrown at them. As a Psychotherapist I can work with you in a unique and individual way that best suits your needs. I offer a safe and reliable therapeutic relationship in which to explore your presenting problems in a comfortable and confidential environment. I am also offering telephone, Skype or Zoom Sessions.
Hello, I have been working as a psychotherapist for 35 years, helping people to overcome problems when they are feeling overwhelmed, confused, perhaps depressed and anxious, struggling with relationships, or whatever difficulties life has thrown at them. As a Psychotherapist I can work with you in a unique and individual way that best suits your needs. I offer a safe and reliable therapeutic relationship in which to explore your presenting problems in a comfortable and confidential environment. I am also offering telephone, Skype or Zoom Sessions.
Hello and welcome. I'm Carrie. I wonder why now feels the right time for you to start your therapy? Does life feel heavy? Or relationships feel difficult? Perhaps you are finding you are experiencing anxiety in your day to day life. Or experiences from your past feel so difficult. Whatever has prompted you to make your way here today, rest assured I provide a non judgemental, confidential and safe space to explore emotions, relationships and life experiences. We can think about your past and present, creating a feeling of safety and processing the pain.
Hello and welcome. I'm Carrie. I wonder why now feels the right time for you to start your therapy? Does life feel heavy? Or relationships feel difficult? Perhaps you are finding you are experiencing anxiety in your day to day life. Or experiences from your past feel so difficult. Whatever has prompted you to make your way here today, rest assured I provide a non judgemental, confidential and safe space to explore emotions, relationships and life experiences. We can think about your past and present, creating a feeling of safety and processing the pain.
We are a collaboration of highly skilled psychological therapists dedicated to delivering evidence-based treatments. Through a curated blend of proven therapeutic approaches , we support individuals in finding stability, clarity , and inner strength as they navigate intense emotions, interpersonal challenges and impulsivity.
We are a collaboration of highly skilled psychological therapists dedicated to delivering evidence-based treatments. Through a curated blend of proven therapeutic approaches , we support individuals in finding stability, clarity , and inner strength as they navigate intense emotions, interpersonal challenges and impulsivity.
We all experience challenges and difficult times in our lives. Do you feel like nobody understands you or knows what you are going through? It can feel isolating and lonely. But you are not alone! I am an experienced and qualified therapist, providing a safe space where together we can explore what is troubling you and make sense of it - giving you the time and space to reflect on your needs. I can help you to recognise what strengthens you and what weakens you, enabling you to make positive changes. I encourage self-compassion and self-reflection; the most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself
We all experience challenges and difficult times in our lives. Do you feel like nobody understands you or knows what you are going through? It can feel isolating and lonely. But you are not alone! I am an experienced and qualified therapist, providing a safe space where together we can explore what is troubling you and make sense of it - giving you the time and space to reflect on your needs. I can help you to recognise what strengthens you and what weakens you, enabling you to make positive changes. I encourage self-compassion and self-reflection; the most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself
I work with people who are navigating life’s ups and downs. Perhaps you’re managing change or feeling stuck, finding relationships difficult and wondering why, or you may be struggling with loss. Or maybe you don’t know what you’re feeling but you know something isn’t quite right.
I work with people who are navigating life’s ups and downs. Perhaps you’re managing change or feeling stuck, finding relationships difficult and wondering why, or you may be struggling with loss. Or maybe you don’t know what you’re feeling but you know something isn’t quite right.
Whether you're seeking improved wellbeing, better tools to cope with stress, anxiety or depression, experiencing burnout or just ready to explore some changes that could bring you closer to the life you want to be living, Vanessa can support you in this process. Using an integrative approach grown from over a decade of experience within various mental health settings, Vanessa now works privately with individuals experiencing both common and complex challenges. She is experience in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness and Creative methods and is trained in Process Oriented Psychotherapy.
Whether you're seeking improved wellbeing, better tools to cope with stress, anxiety or depression, experiencing burnout or just ready to explore some changes that could bring you closer to the life you want to be living, Vanessa can support you in this process. Using an integrative approach grown from over a decade of experience within various mental health settings, Vanessa now works privately with individuals experiencing both common and complex challenges. She is experience in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness and Creative methods and is trained in Process Oriented Psychotherapy.
As a Systemic Psychotherapist offering a non-judgemental space that separates the problem from the person. I provide a dynamic, creative, and bespoke practice, adapted to meet your unique needs. We’ll explore your emotions and experiences with care and curiosity, making sense of them through the lenses of culture, faith, values, family scripts, neurodivergence, and intergenerational trauma, to nurture growth, accountability, and empowered, authentic change. As someone with lived and professional experience of neurodivergence and mental health, I hold a grounded, compassionate understanding of diverse ways of being.
As a Systemic Psychotherapist offering a non-judgemental space that separates the problem from the person. I provide a dynamic, creative, and bespoke practice, adapted to meet your unique needs. We’ll explore your emotions and experiences with care and curiosity, making sense of them through the lenses of culture, faith, values, family scripts, neurodivergence, and intergenerational trauma, to nurture growth, accountability, and empowered, authentic change. As someone with lived and professional experience of neurodivergence and mental health, I hold a grounded, compassionate understanding of diverse ways of being.
With over 24 years experience, I am extremely passionate about helping and supporting people to improve their emotional wellbeing and mental health in today’s world where there are so many stresses and strains. I provide a safe, warm and empathic space, where we will work closely together to understand the difficulties you may be experiencing so that we can make sense of these and move towards change. I believe sincerely in evidenced-based talking therapies and the power they have to facilitate this. I offer individual therapy for children, adolescents and adults, and therapy for couples and families too.
With over 24 years experience, I am extremely passionate about helping and supporting people to improve their emotional wellbeing and mental health in today’s world where there are so many stresses and strains. I provide a safe, warm and empathic space, where we will work closely together to understand the difficulties you may be experiencing so that we can make sense of these and move towards change. I believe sincerely in evidenced-based talking therapies and the power they have to facilitate this. I offer individual therapy for children, adolescents and adults, and therapy for couples and families too.
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years and been qualified as a Clinical Psychologist for over 20 years with experience in both the public and private sectors. I am experienced in working with adolescents, adults and families across a wide range of psychological difficulties and have undertaken specific training in a variety of therapeutic approaches including; Schema therapy, EMDR (a specialist Trauma based therapy) Cognitive Behavioual Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and Systemic Therapy. We can work together to find what approach will work best for you.
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years and been qualified as a Clinical Psychologist for over 20 years with experience in both the public and private sectors. I am experienced in working with adolescents, adults and families across a wide range of psychological difficulties and have undertaken specific training in a variety of therapeutic approaches including; Schema therapy, EMDR (a specialist Trauma based therapy) Cognitive Behavioual Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and Systemic Therapy. We can work together to find what approach will work best for you.
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.
Therapy is one time when it is all about you. Your experiences, your feelings. When things feel difficult – whether or not you know the reasons why, therapy can really help. How? At the heart of therapy is your relationship with your therapist. When your therapist offers you space to think and to feel, uninterrupted and without judgement, you can start to make more sense of things, together. So it’s important to find a good connection.
You may be here seeking help in your partnership. As a Couples Counsellor too, I offer and equitable space where you can both feel heard and ruptures can be repaired.
Therapy is one time when it is all about you. Your experiences, your feelings. When things feel difficult – whether or not you know the reasons why, therapy can really help. How? At the heart of therapy is your relationship with your therapist. When your therapist offers you space to think and to feel, uninterrupted and without judgement, you can start to make more sense of things, together. So it’s important to find a good connection.
You may be here seeking help in your partnership. As a Couples Counsellor too, I offer and equitable space where you can both feel heard and ruptures can be repaired.
If you are struggling with your emotions, relationships or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, psychotherapy could help bring about meaningful change. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore underlying dynamics and emotional conflicts. Gaining a better understanding of yourself can make it possible to move away from the unhelpful patterns and can help facilitate healthy developments within your personal and professional life.
If you are struggling with your emotions, relationships or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, psychotherapy could help bring about meaningful change. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore underlying dynamics and emotional conflicts. Gaining a better understanding of yourself can make it possible to move away from the unhelpful patterns and can help facilitate healthy developments within your personal and professional life.
On the outside it looks like everything's fine. You appear confident in work, people seek your advice, you've been considered a high achiever for most of your life. But on the inside, you feel exhausted and disconnected. It's hard for you to switch off, you constantly feel guilty for resting, you hate asking for help. You're irritable, losing sleep and although you're functioning everyday, you're surviving more than you are thriving. It feels like no matter what you do, it's never good enough. Your inner critic says to just get on with it, other people have it worse. You're ready for change, you just don't know where to start.
On the outside it looks like everything's fine. You appear confident in work, people seek your advice, you've been considered a high achiever for most of your life. But on the inside, you feel exhausted and disconnected. It's hard for you to switch off, you constantly feel guilty for resting, you hate asking for help. You're irritable, losing sleep and although you're functioning everyday, you're surviving more than you are thriving. It feels like no matter what you do, it's never good enough. Your inner critic says to just get on with it, other people have it worse. You're ready for change, you just don't know where to start.
If we never take a leap of faith then we never know. More significantly we remain stuck. I often talk to clients about the power of change. In my work I am for people to gain a greater understanding of who they really are. Whilst enabling them to explore their feelings, circumstances and relationships. The goal of our work together is to challenge any destructive patterns or behaviours and work towards positive active change. In the end this enables people to live a more fulfilling and calmer life.
If we never take a leap of faith then we never know. More significantly we remain stuck. I often talk to clients about the power of change. In my work I am for people to gain a greater understanding of who they really are. Whilst enabling them to explore their feelings, circumstances and relationships. The goal of our work together is to challenge any destructive patterns or behaviours and work towards positive active change. In the end this enables people to live a more fulfilling and calmer life.
Is your mind full of negative or racing thoughts? Low mood, anxiety, low self esteem? Feeling lost or simply stuck? Maybe it all feels like too much at the moment.
We live in a world full of anxiety, uncertainty and unrelenting pressure. Therapy is a space for you to be accepted where you are at; to breathe out and lay down the burdens. All feelings and experiences are welcome here, the positive ones and the ones that hinder your wellbeing.
I would love to support you on your journey; help you feel more content, develop a kinder inner voice and to become more confident in navigating the challenges life throws at all of us
Is your mind full of negative or racing thoughts? Low mood, anxiety, low self esteem? Feeling lost or simply stuck? Maybe it all feels like too much at the moment.
We live in a world full of anxiety, uncertainty and unrelenting pressure. Therapy is a space for you to be accepted where you are at; to breathe out and lay down the burdens. All feelings and experiences are welcome here, the positive ones and the ones that hinder your wellbeing.
I would love to support you on your journey; help you feel more content, develop a kinder inner voice and to become more confident in navigating the challenges life throws at all of us
In the 30 years since qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist, I have worked with people in both physical and mental health services I have substantial experience in helping and supporting children, young people, parents, adults, couples, families who are experiencing difficulties in life. I have a strong belief that people are inherently resilient and resourceful, and that with the right help and support people can overcome their problems and lead a happy and fulfilling life. In all my work I aim to help people to develop, restore or strengthen connections with those who are important in their lives.
In the 30 years since qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist, I have worked with people in both physical and mental health services I have substantial experience in helping and supporting children, young people, parents, adults, couples, families who are experiencing difficulties in life. I have a strong belief that people are inherently resilient and resourceful, and that with the right help and support people can overcome their problems and lead a happy and fulfilling life. In all my work I aim to help people to develop, restore or strengthen connections with those who are important in their lives.
Hello, I’m Charlotte, I am a qualified counsellor dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with their sense of wellbeing and themselves. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change, and my role is to provide a safe, compassionate space where those possibilities can unfold. I support people experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and relationship challenges to name a few and I specialise in working with people with trauma. I would love to share that journey with you, please contact me if you would like to discuss your challenges further.
Hello, I’m Charlotte, I am a qualified counsellor dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with their sense of wellbeing and themselves. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change, and my role is to provide a safe, compassionate space where those possibilities can unfold. I support people experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and relationship challenges to name a few and I specialise in working with people with trauma. I would love to share that journey with you, please contact me if you would like to discuss your challenges further.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years experience working within Adult, Adolescent, and Child Mental Health settings. I have received further therapeutic training in Mentalisation Based Therapy (MBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and have extensive clinical experience working with attachment difficulties and trauma. I believe that we all learn to cope with the difficulties in life in different ways and over time these ways of coping can become unhelpful or could be keeping us stuck. You can expect a welcoming, non-judgemental, curious and compassionate approach to work alongside you, towards your therapy goals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years experience working within Adult, Adolescent, and Child Mental Health settings. I have received further therapeutic training in Mentalisation Based Therapy (MBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and have extensive clinical experience working with attachment difficulties and trauma. I believe that we all learn to cope with the difficulties in life in different ways and over time these ways of coping can become unhelpful or could be keeping us stuck. You can expect a welcoming, non-judgemental, curious and compassionate approach to work alongside you, towards your therapy goals.
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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.