Suicidal Ideation Counselling in Antrim

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Brenda Adams Cyp Adult Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Waitlist for new clients
I am experienced in dealing with a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, abuse, sexual violence, PND, health worries, panic, bullying, impact of traumatic events, grief & suicidal ideation.
Hello and welcome to my profile. At Flourish Well-Being NI your individual needs come first and are as unique as you are. Your confidentialty is paramount to me. Counselling can help you to manage your feelings and improve your well-being. Working in a way that best suits you as an individual ensures the best possible outcome. In my practice I use a number therapeutic approaches, including Humanistic, CBT, Person Centred, Brief Therapy, Psychodynamic, EFT (tapping) and Creative therapies. Ensuring there is always a safe, warm, compassionate and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and work towards healing and growth.
I am experienced in dealing with a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, abuse, sexual violence, PND, health worries, panic, bullying, impact of traumatic events, grief & suicidal ideation.
Hello and welcome to my profile. At Flourish Well-Being NI your individual needs come first and are as unique as you are. Your confidentialty is paramount to me. Counselling can help you to manage your feelings and improve your well-being. Working in a way that best suits you as an individual ensures the best possible outcome. In my practice I use a number therapeutic approaches, including Humanistic, CBT, Person Centred, Brief Therapy, Psychodynamic, EFT (tapping) and Creative therapies. Ensuring there is always a safe, warm, compassionate and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and work towards healing and growth.
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Suzanne Sloan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I have worked with a range of client presentations including suicide and self-harm, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, confidence and relationships.
I offer a safe and relaxed space in which you can explore your inner world with no judgement. Meeting you where you are, I provide an individualised level of care through a blended approach where you can talk freely, be deeply heard and feel understood. Engaging in counselling can be a powerful way to explore issues with the aim of bringing a sense of relief, peace and clarity. Through listening my aim is to collaboratively explore and gain a better understanding of your unique world, in doing so we ensure that we create solutions that fit with your life.
I have worked with a range of client presentations including suicide and self-harm, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, confidence and relationships.
I offer a safe and relaxed space in which you can explore your inner world with no judgement. Meeting you where you are, I provide an individualised level of care through a blended approach where you can talk freely, be deeply heard and feel understood. Engaging in counselling can be a powerful way to explore issues with the aim of bringing a sense of relief, peace and clarity. Through listening my aim is to collaboratively explore and gain a better understanding of your unique world, in doing so we ensure that we create solutions that fit with your life.
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Barry Joseph Lawlor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Antrim BT41
This can be very diverse and includes processing past traumas/experiences, addiction issues, suicidal feelings, managing stress and anxiety, working with low mood and depression, relationship issues, work and school issues, self-harm, managing feelings and learning to cope.
I am an Integrative therapist working with adults and young people to provide therapy and counselling services. My aim is to give you a safe space to express how you feel, understand your goals for therapy and work together to take steps towards achieving those goals. Through my experience working in different settings such as an Addiction Therapist for Inspire, Staff counsellor at ChildLine, staff therapist in multiple counselling agencies and a private therapist, I am able to work at your pace, provide an approach that is specific to your needs and give a therapy that works for you.
This can be very diverse and includes processing past traumas/experiences, addiction issues, suicidal feelings, managing stress and anxiety, working with low mood and depression, relationship issues, work and school issues, self-harm, managing feelings and learning to cope.
I am an Integrative therapist working with adults and young people to provide therapy and counselling services. My aim is to give you a safe space to express how you feel, understand your goals for therapy and work together to take steps towards achieving those goals. Through my experience working in different settings such as an Addiction Therapist for Inspire, Staff counsellor at ChildLine, staff therapist in multiple counselling agencies and a private therapist, I am able to work at your pace, provide an approach that is specific to your needs and give a therapy that works for you.
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Castle Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I therapeutically work with clients from the ages of 12 upwards and we can offer counselling for a number of issues such as: anxiety/depression/stress/ suicidal ideation/self-harm/family issues/relationship difficulties/abuse - adult and childhood/domestic abuse/bereavement and loss/low self-esteem/panic attacks/loneliness etc.
I am Louise and thank you for taking the time to view our profile. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellors offering a counselling service in the North Antrim Coast area.  I are registered with BACP and NCS, and work within the BACP Code of Ethics.  I can offer you a safe, ethical, confidential, respectful and non-judgemental space in which you can focus on yourself and begin to understand in more depth the challenges you may be facing.  In this space I will listen, support and help you to understand your feelings and behaviours, and enable you to become more self-aware, and implement change.
I therapeutically work with clients from the ages of 12 upwards and we can offer counselling for a number of issues such as: anxiety/depression/stress/ suicidal ideation/self-harm/family issues/relationship difficulties/abuse - adult and childhood/domestic abuse/bereavement and loss/low self-esteem/panic attacks/loneliness etc.
I am Louise and thank you for taking the time to view our profile. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellors offering a counselling service in the North Antrim Coast area.  I are registered with BACP and NCS, and work within the BACP Code of Ethics.  I can offer you a safe, ethical, confidential, respectful and non-judgemental space in which you can focus on yourself and begin to understand in more depth the challenges you may be facing.  In this space I will listen, support and help you to understand your feelings and behaviours, and enable you to become more self-aware, and implement change.
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Sarah McClenaghan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I am passionate about creating a safe and non judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present. Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I aim to provide you with a genuine and real experience, understanding and walking alongside you in your journey. I believe in a compassionate collaborative approach between you and myself, to support your right to happiness, healthy relationships and healing your past.
I am passionate about creating a safe and non judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present. Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I aim to provide you with a genuine and real experience, understanding and walking alongside you in your journey. I believe in a compassionate collaborative approach between you and myself, to support your right to happiness, healthy relationships and healing your past.
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Elaine Bell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41  (Online Only)
Hello I'm Elaine. I started my counselling training in 2012. I am an integrative counsellor. Being integrative means I tailor the approach of counselling to what works best for you. Approaches that I use are Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT. Sometimes we will used an approach on its own or have a combination of a few. My experience comes from working as a crisis counsellor in the areas of trauma, bereavement, self harm and domestic abuse. I have a keen interest in working with trauma and have completed an (Hons) Degree using trauma research which I integrate into my work. All communities of people are welcome.
Hello I'm Elaine. I started my counselling training in 2012. I am an integrative counsellor. Being integrative means I tailor the approach of counselling to what works best for you. Approaches that I use are Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT. Sometimes we will used an approach on its own or have a combination of a few. My experience comes from working as a crisis counsellor in the areas of trauma, bereavement, self harm and domestic abuse. I have a keen interest in working with trauma and have completed an (Hons) Degree using trauma research which I integrate into my work. All communities of people are welcome.
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DB Counselling Service
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
07429 764073 View 07429 764073
Photo of Michelle Marianne Laverty Bacp Acc, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Michelle Marianne Laverty Bacp Acc
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Antrim BT41
I began my career in counselling in 2006 and studied an OCR certificate in Counselling which was awarded to me in June 2007. Intrigued and fascinated by the work I continued to the stage of training which was Ulster University Diploma in Counselling (with Distinction) and saw my first client in 2008. I qualified as an Integrative counsellor in 2010. As an integrative practitioner, I use a range of theories and techniques to meet the needs of clients, with a range of issues, across the lifespan. I have completed training in creative techniques as well as a Level 5 in CBT (2011) & Level 6 (2018) in Supervision.
I began my career in counselling in 2006 and studied an OCR certificate in Counselling which was awarded to me in June 2007. Intrigued and fascinated by the work I continued to the stage of training which was Ulster University Diploma in Counselling (with Distinction) and saw my first client in 2008. I qualified as an Integrative counsellor in 2010. As an integrative practitioner, I use a range of theories and techniques to meet the needs of clients, with a range of issues, across the lifespan. I have completed training in creative techniques as well as a Level 5 in CBT (2011) & Level 6 (2018) in Supervision.
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Laura Campbell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Thank you for visiting my profile. I realise how overwhelming it can be trying to find a suitable counsellor but you are taking that first step in your journey, hopefully you will find someone who can meet your needs and I am happy to have a chat to see if I can be that right fit for you. Life can be hard, perhaps you find yourself in difficult circumstances. Having a safe warm supportive space, being listened to and being heard may help support you during this difficult time. I offer both adult counselling & childrens counselling (age 5 plus).
Thank you for visiting my profile. I realise how overwhelming it can be trying to find a suitable counsellor but you are taking that first step in your journey, hopefully you will find someone who can meet your needs and I am happy to have a chat to see if I can be that right fit for you. Life can be hard, perhaps you find yourself in difficult circumstances. Having a safe warm supportive space, being listened to and being heard may help support you during this difficult time. I offer both adult counselling & childrens counselling (age 5 plus).
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SJB Therapy and Supervision
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Hello, I'm Sarah. I have 18yrs of experience within a variety of settings, NHS, Universities, FE colleges and workplace providers including specialised occupational groups-emergency services and armed forces. I believe that in therapy 'not one size fits all' and so I have made it my focus to continue to learn and develop my practice. My qualification and experience in the facilitation of reflexive supervision, both in groups and individual, can be of benefit to supervisees that request cross-professional supervisory support, and I offer timely group support in the aftermath of a critical incident.
Hello, I'm Sarah. I have 18yrs of experience within a variety of settings, NHS, Universities, FE colleges and workplace providers including specialised occupational groups-emergency services and armed forces. I believe that in therapy 'not one size fits all' and so I have made it my focus to continue to learn and develop my practice. My qualification and experience in the facilitation of reflexive supervision, both in groups and individual, can be of benefit to supervisees that request cross-professional supervisory support, and I offer timely group support in the aftermath of a critical incident.
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Soul Well Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Our bodies tell the story of our lives, and everyone struggles sometimes. At Soul Well Counselling, we offer a confidential online and in-person service for all, providing access to therapy for good mental health and well-being. As an Integrative therapist, I believe that each person is an individual, and there is no one form of therapy that can treat each person in all situations. Each person is valued as an individual, and their therapy is tailored to their needs.
Our bodies tell the story of our lives, and everyone struggles sometimes. At Soul Well Counselling, we offer a confidential online and in-person service for all, providing access to therapy for good mental health and well-being. As an Integrative therapist, I believe that each person is an individual, and there is no one form of therapy that can treat each person in all situations. Each person is valued as an individual, and their therapy is tailored to their needs.
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Photo of Joanne Welsh - Joanne Welsh Counselling Services, MA, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Joanne Welsh Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Antrim BT41
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
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Photo of Mark Henderson-Begg, MA, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Mark Henderson-Begg
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I offer a safe space to talk about anything which may be of concern in your life, which we can then explore at your own pace, to make sense of things, resolve difficult feelings and make positive change. It can sometimes be difficult to talk to family and friends, and having someone to listen without judgement can make all the difference. Counselling can also help us to understand how the past has affected our present life and relationships, helping us to connect to who we really are and to be happier as our true self, which is our human birthright. Counselling can also enable a secure attachment which can help to heal past wounds.
I offer a safe space to talk about anything which may be of concern in your life, which we can then explore at your own pace, to make sense of things, resolve difficult feelings and make positive change. It can sometimes be difficult to talk to family and friends, and having someone to listen without judgement can make all the difference. Counselling can also help us to understand how the past has affected our present life and relationships, helping us to connect to who we really are and to be happier as our true self, which is our human birthright. Counselling can also enable a secure attachment which can help to heal past wounds.
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CMJ Counselling Practice
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I offer professional and supportive counselling and personal therapy and am passionate about supporting all individuals to realise their worth, value and purpose. I hope to offer space for you to be seen and heard from a place of acceptance and compassion. My experience so far has included a wide range of issues such as family and relationship breakdown, low mood, anxiety, depression, bereavement, pre- and post-partum difficulties and HIV, to name a few. Every client I see is so unique and I truly feel privileged to walk on their healing journey for as long as they need me to.
I offer professional and supportive counselling and personal therapy and am passionate about supporting all individuals to realise their worth, value and purpose. I hope to offer space for you to be seen and heard from a place of acceptance and compassion. My experience so far has included a wide range of issues such as family and relationship breakdown, low mood, anxiety, depression, bereavement, pre- and post-partum difficulties and HIV, to name a few. Every client I see is so unique and I truly feel privileged to walk on their healing journey for as long as they need me to.
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Connie Chaudhry
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Hello and welcome to my profile.I am an experienced counsellor, EMDR trauma therapist and counselling supervisor working in Antrim town & online. I work with mental illness including post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, anxiety, depression and OCD, but I also work with improving mental wellness. This includes setting goals, improving sleep and other routines, life coaching, and working on and with relationships.
Hello and welcome to my profile.I am an experienced counsellor, EMDR trauma therapist and counselling supervisor working in Antrim town & online. I work with mental illness including post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, anxiety, depression and OCD, but I also work with improving mental wellness. This includes setting goals, improving sleep and other routines, life coaching, and working on and with relationships.
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NI Counselling LTD
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
Hello! My name is Deborah, I am the manager of NI Counselling. We are a team of private therapists in Northern Ireland that consists of Counsellors, CBT therapists and Psychotherapists. We eliminate the struggle and frustration from trying to find the right therapist for YOU! We learn more about your individual needs and personally match you to a therapist on our team. Let us personally match you today www.nicounselling.co.uk
Hello! My name is Deborah, I am the manager of NI Counselling. We are a team of private therapists in Northern Ireland that consists of Counsellors, CBT therapists and Psychotherapists. We eliminate the struggle and frustration from trying to find the right therapist for YOU! We learn more about your individual needs and personally match you to a therapist on our team. Let us personally match you today www.nicounselling.co.uk
028 9694 3431 View 028 9694 3431
Photo of Sonia McCrory, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Sonia McCrory
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
CBT is a talking therapy based on the theory that thoughts, feelings, what we do and how our body feels are all connected. If we change on of these we can alter the others. When people feel worried or distressed we often fall into patterns of thinking and responding that can worsen how we feel. CBT works to help us notice and change problematic thinking styles or behaviour patterns. CBT has lots of strategies that can help you in the here and now. CBT has good evidence for a wide range of mental health problems and is a recommended therapy for Anxiety Disorders, panic, PTSD, OCD, Social Anxiety and Phobias, Anger & sleep problems.
CBT is a talking therapy based on the theory that thoughts, feelings, what we do and how our body feels are all connected. If we change on of these we can alter the others. When people feel worried or distressed we often fall into patterns of thinking and responding that can worsen how we feel. CBT works to help us notice and change problematic thinking styles or behaviour patterns. CBT has lots of strategies that can help you in the here and now. CBT has good evidence for a wide range of mental health problems and is a recommended therapy for Anxiety Disorders, panic, PTSD, OCD, Social Anxiety and Phobias, Anger & sleep problems.
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Trudi Power
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I am a qualified counsellor who provides a safe, non judgemental, confidential space for clients who may have lost their way in life. I have gained many years experience in working within a crisis intervention and mental health hub. I have a particular interest in mental health pre/ post pregnancy and menopause, exploring the negative impact this can cause during these stages of life.
I am a qualified counsellor who provides a safe, non judgemental, confidential space for clients who may have lost their way in life. I have gained many years experience in working within a crisis intervention and mental health hub. I have a particular interest in mental health pre/ post pregnancy and menopause, exploring the negative impact this can cause during these stages of life.
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Joanne Watt
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I offer a very private, comfortable and relaxed space, where you can have a safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new coping strategies, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you. This can help to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis or bereavement, improve your relationships, reduce confusion, or develop better ways of living. My role is to listen, support and help you understand your feelings and behaviour better. whatever difficulties you are facing.
I offer a very private, comfortable and relaxed space, where you can have a safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new coping strategies, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you. This can help to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis or bereavement, improve your relationships, reduce confusion, or develop better ways of living. My role is to listen, support and help you understand your feelings and behaviour better. whatever difficulties you are facing.
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Laura Patterson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Antrim BT41
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
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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.