Suicidal Ideation Therapists in 84107

Photo of Shannalee Otanez, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Shannalee Otanez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hey! I’m Shannalee and I specialize in therapy for teens, young adults, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I have fifteen years of experience working with kids and young adults and really enjoy seeing their growth and development as they move towards independence. I approach therapy with curiosity and hope. Clients I work with are looking for ways to combat their anxiety and depression related to school, college, relationships, and trauma. We work together to reduce their distressing symptoms through skill building and they feel like they can move forward with a more hopeful future.
Hey! I’m Shannalee and I specialize in therapy for teens, young adults, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I have fifteen years of experience working with kids and young adults and really enjoy seeing their growth and development as they move towards independence. I approach therapy with curiosity and hope. Clients I work with are looking for ways to combat their anxiety and depression related to school, college, relationships, and trauma. We work together to reduce their distressing symptoms through skill building and they feel like they can move forward with a more hopeful future.
(385) 475-5295 View (385) 475-5295
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Casey Paul Fife
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with members of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, suicidal ideation, and substance use issues.
I believe that therapy is a journey that the therapist and client travel together and am passionate about empowering my clients to find their own unique strengths as they work toward their goals. I offer multiple therapeutic modalities and customize sessions to best fit my clients’ needs. These include (DBT), CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Together we can help you discover and work toward what is most important to you.
I work with members of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, suicidal ideation, and substance use issues.
I believe that therapy is a journey that the therapist and client travel together and am passionate about empowering my clients to find their own unique strengths as they work toward their goals. I offer multiple therapeutic modalities and customize sessions to best fit my clients’ needs. These include (DBT), CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Together we can help you discover and work toward what is most important to you.
(801) 405-3724 View (801) 405-3724
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Suzanne Lowry
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84107
I have a down-to-earth, non-judgmental approach to therapy. My hope is to put people at ease when they are working through issues that are deeply personal and difficult. I'm comfortable talking about sexuality, drug use, abuse, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and conflicts with religion, etc. I like to help people increase awareness of themselves and others and to increase their ability to connect to what is important to them. I use EMDR, Sand Tray Therapy, and DBT to support clients connecting to their emotions, learning from experiences, and creating a life worth living.
I have a down-to-earth, non-judgmental approach to therapy. My hope is to put people at ease when they are working through issues that are deeply personal and difficult. I'm comfortable talking about sexuality, drug use, abuse, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and conflicts with religion, etc. I like to help people increase awareness of themselves and others and to increase their ability to connect to what is important to them. I use EMDR, Sand Tray Therapy, and DBT to support clients connecting to their emotions, learning from experiences, and creating a life worth living.
(801) 899-6797 View (801) 899-6797
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Leigh Ann Morse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
My years of experience working with bereaved families is essential to understanding and supporting individuals who are learning to live with the death of a loved one either due to an extended illness, traumatic death, or death by suicide.
At the root of my practice is my hope to provide you with a safe, healing and growth-oriented space where you feel welcome and understood. In that environment, we’ll work together to identify your therapeutic goals and what might be standing in your way of achieving them. My style is best described as warm, grounded, kind and direct. My concentrated work in the area of grief and bereavement adds another layer of insight into my overall practice of working with adults challenged by life transitions, relationships and behaviors.
My years of experience working with bereaved families is essential to understanding and supporting individuals who are learning to live with the death of a loved one either due to an extended illness, traumatic death, or death by suicide.
At the root of my practice is my hope to provide you with a safe, healing and growth-oriented space where you feel welcome and understood. In that environment, we’ll work together to identify your therapeutic goals and what might be standing in your way of achieving them. My style is best described as warm, grounded, kind and direct. My concentrated work in the area of grief and bereavement adds another layer of insight into my overall practice of working with adults challenged by life transitions, relationships and behaviors.
(385) 707-1059 View (385) 707-1059
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Jessica Robertson
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, trauma, and grief and loss.
I see so much greatness in each of my clients I work with whether they see it or not. I take great care into having a safe, non-judgmental, supportive, and affirming space for my clients so that they can look inward and find their unique strengths and pull that goodness out.
I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, trauma, and grief and loss.
I see so much greatness in each of my clients I work with whether they see it or not. I take great care into having a safe, non-judgmental, supportive, and affirming space for my clients so that they can look inward and find their unique strengths and pull that goodness out.
(801) 823-2079 View (801) 823-2079
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Carra Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACMHC
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Carra enjoys working with individuals, couples, veterans, and youth, and while changing can be difficult, it is the first step that is the hardest. Carra is excited to take that step with you. She is experienced working in the areas of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, suicide prevention, depression, and ADHD. She is comfortable with the world of adolescents and skilled at helping them (and their families) successfully navigate it. Through compassionate listening and healthy communication, healing and change can happen, and Carra is waiting to get started with you.
Carra enjoys working with individuals, couples, veterans, and youth, and while changing can be difficult, it is the first step that is the hardest. Carra is excited to take that step with you. She is experienced working in the areas of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, suicide prevention, depression, and ADHD. She is comfortable with the world of adolescents and skilled at helping them (and their families) successfully navigate it. Through compassionate listening and healthy communication, healing and change can happen, and Carra is waiting to get started with you.
(385) 526-2373 View (385) 526-2373
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Rachel Heaps
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW-I
Verified Verified
I have experience as a crisis worker trained in suicide prevention.
I want to normalize taking care of our mental health. We have a primary doctor and dentist to help us be well, why not a therapist? I believe everyone needs help at times to process their emotions and find solutions during adversity. I have over 15 years of experience in the social work field working with children, teens, and adults. I love to serve clients of all ages in their unique stages of life. I particularly love talking about women’s issues, life transitions, and spiritual issues.
I have experience as a crisis worker trained in suicide prevention.
I want to normalize taking care of our mental health. We have a primary doctor and dentist to help us be well, why not a therapist? I believe everyone needs help at times to process their emotions and find solutions during adversity. I have over 15 years of experience in the social work field working with children, teens, and adults. I love to serve clients of all ages in their unique stages of life. I particularly love talking about women’s issues, life transitions, and spiritual issues.
(801) 639-9544 View (801) 639-9544
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Jennifer C Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
She is also trained in Positive Psychology and Mindfulness, Gottman Couples Counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Emotion Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Grief Counseling, and Suicide Prevention.
Jenn is passionate about and has experience working with adolescents, females who have experienced trauma, adults, and couples to create solutions to problems, learn healthy communication skills, and increase a sense of peace and harmony. Jenn received her master’s degree from the University of Utah and a Certificate of Applied Positive Psychology.
She is also trained in Positive Psychology and Mindfulness, Gottman Couples Counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Emotion Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Grief Counseling, and Suicide Prevention.
Jenn is passionate about and has experience working with adolescents, females who have experienced trauma, adults, and couples to create solutions to problems, learn healthy communication skills, and increase a sense of peace and harmony. Jenn received her master’s degree from the University of Utah and a Certificate of Applied Positive Psychology.
(385) 438-4012 View (385) 438-4012
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Josh Kivlovitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DBT-LBC
Verified Verified
Note: Current openings for teen DBT clients only, accepting other clients on a waitlist. I work with teens and adults who are seeking to understand the “why” of their emotions and behaviors, and move away from feeling hopeless, exhausted, or numb. I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address suicidal thoughts, self-harm, substance use, relationship struggles and other impulsive, emotion-driven behaviors. Together, we will explore your experiences in a non-judgmental and warm space where you can better understand yourself and build skills to create a life worth living.
Note: Current openings for teen DBT clients only, accepting other clients on a waitlist. I work with teens and adults who are seeking to understand the “why” of their emotions and behaviors, and move away from feeling hopeless, exhausted, or numb. I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address suicidal thoughts, self-harm, substance use, relationship struggles and other impulsive, emotion-driven behaviors. Together, we will explore your experiences in a non-judgmental and warm space where you can better understand yourself and build skills to create a life worth living.
(385) 316-6123 View (385) 316-6123
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Sadie Pfister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Do you ever feel lost? Stuck? Seeing the same patterns in your life that can’t seem to change? Everyone is on such a unique and beautiful journey and I cherish the time and work spent in therapy in order to get the results you’re looking for. I strongly value the client-therapist relationship where I want you to always feel safe and heard while also being challenged to see and follow a possible new direction.
Do you ever feel lost? Stuck? Seeing the same patterns in your life that can’t seem to change? Everyone is on such a unique and beautiful journey and I cherish the time and work spent in therapy in order to get the results you’re looking for. I strongly value the client-therapist relationship where I want you to always feel safe and heard while also being challenged to see and follow a possible new direction.
(385) 462-6234 View (385) 462-6234
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Cristina Aguayo Romero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84107
Therapy can be a transformative process. My hope is to bring compassion and curiosity into our work, and together, co-create a space that feels authentic, transparent, and just safe enough to explore past experiences of pain and trauma. When we gain insight into how our past influences our present, we open up our capacity for choice and step into new ways of being that align with our values. I am also a native Spanish speaker and offer therapy in both English and Spanish.
Therapy can be a transformative process. My hope is to bring compassion and curiosity into our work, and together, co-create a space that feels authentic, transparent, and just safe enough to explore past experiences of pain and trauma. When we gain insight into how our past influences our present, we open up our capacity for choice and step into new ways of being that align with our values. I am also a native Spanish speaker and offer therapy in both English and Spanish.
(385) 376-4752 View (385) 376-4752
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Mikenna Glenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a firm believer that everyone deserves to have a safe and nonjudgemental space to process what they're going through. I strive to provide that space for every one of my clients through empathy, validation, and evidence-based practices that help clients see actual results in their lives. I prefer to take a person-centered approach because YOU are the expert in your own life. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, addiction, sexual issues, grief, and trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
I'm a firm believer that everyone deserves to have a safe and nonjudgemental space to process what they're going through. I strive to provide that space for every one of my clients through empathy, validation, and evidence-based practices that help clients see actual results in their lives. I prefer to take a person-centered approach because YOU are the expert in your own life. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, addiction, sexual issues, grief, and trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
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Stella Dadgari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Millcreek, UT 84107
Waitlist for new clients
I am interested in helping you understand your needs and how to ask for them. We can explore your complex trauma and work together to find lifelong solutions. My goal is to help you reconnect with your truest self. Let's work to understand your current triggers and where they are rooted in your past. I can help you process and heal intergenerational trauma and complex PTSD. I have a history of working with adults with childhood trauma and those experiencing catastrophic illness, trauma resulting from active duty, military sexual trauma, women's issues, and LGBTQ+.
I am interested in helping you understand your needs and how to ask for them. We can explore your complex trauma and work together to find lifelong solutions. My goal is to help you reconnect with your truest self. Let's work to understand your current triggers and where they are rooted in your past. I can help you process and heal intergenerational trauma and complex PTSD. I have a history of working with adults with childhood trauma and those experiencing catastrophic illness, trauma resulting from active duty, military sexual trauma, women's issues, and LGBTQ+.
(385) 380-4485 View (385) 380-4485
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David Elder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I know what it's like to struggle with the challenges of family, parenting, aging, grief, employment, marriage, life transitions, career loss, self fulfillment and purpose. Married for over 44 years, having owned a family business, I learned firsthand how to find purpose and peace in the midst of stress, depression, loss, anxiety and grief. I draw on personal experiences of raising children, marriage, owning a business, aging parents, loss of loved ones, major life transitions, depression, anxiety, addiction and stress. These life experiences give me a unique understanding and ability to help clients overcome similar challenges.
I know what it's like to struggle with the challenges of family, parenting, aging, grief, employment, marriage, life transitions, career loss, self fulfillment and purpose. Married for over 44 years, having owned a family business, I learned firsthand how to find purpose and peace in the midst of stress, depression, loss, anxiety and grief. I draw on personal experiences of raising children, marriage, owning a business, aging parents, loss of loved ones, major life transitions, depression, anxiety, addiction and stress. These life experiences give me a unique understanding and ability to help clients overcome similar challenges.
(801) 734-9096 View (801) 734-9096
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Julie Ann McCauley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy treats those looking for solutions and new directions in life. Working together, our clients and therapists can find the root of the problem and a way to move forward. We support each other as a team. If you suffer from a minor issue or something more extreme, you could use an experienced ear walking you towards a better solution. Our therapists have expertise treating everything from trauma, torture, and rape, to anxiety, addiction, and depression. We team up with you and find what successfully works in reducing your symptoms and helping you progress in life.
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy treats those looking for solutions and new directions in life. Working together, our clients and therapists can find the root of the problem and a way to move forward. We support each other as a team. If you suffer from a minor issue or something more extreme, you could use an experienced ear walking you towards a better solution. Our therapists have expertise treating everything from trauma, torture, and rape, to anxiety, addiction, and depression. We team up with you and find what successfully works in reducing your symptoms and helping you progress in life.
(385) 999-7380 x3 View (385) 999-7380 x3
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Matt Forbes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84107
As someone who has lived with the symptoms of anxiety and depression for years, I know how difficult life can be when these things weigh you down. Fortunately, this doesn't have to be so. I am experienced in applying therapeutic skills that I personally know to be powerful in alleviating suffering and improving lives. While my therapeutic background is in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I am experienced in working within an eclectic therapeutic framework, and I call on various methods as necessary. I enjoy working with both teens and adults, and I also work well with LGBTQ+ clients.
As someone who has lived with the symptoms of anxiety and depression for years, I know how difficult life can be when these things weigh you down. Fortunately, this doesn't have to be so. I am experienced in applying therapeutic skills that I personally know to be powerful in alleviating suffering and improving lives. While my therapeutic background is in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I am experienced in working within an eclectic therapeutic framework, and I call on various methods as necessary. I enjoy working with both teens and adults, and I also work well with LGBTQ+ clients.
(801) 758-5104 View (801) 758-5104
Photo of Jaime Bringhurst, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jaime Bringhurst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
The human spirit is resilient! The past does not need to dictate your future. I take a client centered approach at meeting your goals! Wether you are healing through a past traumatic experience or are just tired of feeling down or without direction, I look forward to partnering with you on your individualized healing journey.
The human spirit is resilient! The past does not need to dictate your future. I take a client centered approach at meeting your goals! Wether you are healing through a past traumatic experience or are just tired of feeling down or without direction, I look forward to partnering with you on your individualized healing journey.
(385) 304-3575 View (385) 304-3575
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Raigan Steele
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84107
Waitlist for new clients
I am a compationate and skilled therapist with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, walks of life, and challenges. Specializing in treating addictions, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression (MDD) anxiety (GAD, Panic dx), and trauma (PTSD, CPTSD). I was awarded a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and graduated with honors in 2013. I am also a person in long-term recovery from addiction, making me passionate and skilled at helping individuals who continue to suffer from substance use. Recovery is possible.
I am a compationate and skilled therapist with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, walks of life, and challenges. Specializing in treating addictions, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression (MDD) anxiety (GAD, Panic dx), and trauma (PTSD, CPTSD). I was awarded a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and graduated with honors in 2013. I am also a person in long-term recovery from addiction, making me passionate and skilled at helping individuals who continue to suffer from substance use. Recovery is possible.
(385) 462-1422 View (385) 462-1422
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Mallorie Sorce
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84107
Struggling in your relationship? I get it. As someone who understands the challenges of romantic relationships, I offer a safe, empathetic space for couples and individuals to express themselves openly. Specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Sex Therapy, I guide couples to achieve all their relationship goals. I am also passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community and have worked with many different couple dynamics in this realm. I look forward to helping you find romance and a deep connection in your most valued relationship!
Struggling in your relationship? I get it. As someone who understands the challenges of romantic relationships, I offer a safe, empathetic space for couples and individuals to express themselves openly. Specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Sex Therapy, I guide couples to achieve all their relationship goals. I am also passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community and have worked with many different couple dynamics in this realm. I look forward to helping you find romance and a deep connection in your most valued relationship!
(385) 213-8128 View (385) 213-8128
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Tess Ipolito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Originally from New York, Tess has landed in Utah after years of dedication to environmental and social justice work globally. She has worked extensively with adolescents, young adults, and families in experiential and recreational therapy. She specializes in life transitions and development of Self, and works with a wide array of unique clientele experiencing issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, disordered eating, body image issues, sexual health and fulfillment, attachment issues, oppositional defiant disorder, family and relationship dynamics, and chronic stress, pain, and illness.
Originally from New York, Tess has landed in Utah after years of dedication to environmental and social justice work globally. She has worked extensively with adolescents, young adults, and families in experiential and recreational therapy. She specializes in life transitions and development of Self, and works with a wide array of unique clientele experiencing issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, disordered eating, body image issues, sexual health and fulfillment, attachment issues, oppositional defiant disorder, family and relationship dynamics, and chronic stress, pain, and illness.
(385) 330-4826 View (385) 330-4826
Suicidal Ideation Therapists

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 behavioral 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 behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior 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.