Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Do you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or caught in patterns of self-destructive behaviors that seem impossible to break? Are relationships, school, or work becoming unmanageable because of stress, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation? At DBT Arizona, we specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck in their struggles to build a life worth living. You don’t have to do this alone.
At DBT Arizona, we specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based treatment designed to help people manage emotions, improve relationships, and find balance in their lives.
Do you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or caught in patterns of self-destructive behaviors that seem impossible to break? Are relationships, school, or work becoming unmanageable because of stress, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation? At DBT Arizona, we specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck in their struggles to build a life worth living. You don’t have to do this alone.
At DBT Arizona, we specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based treatment designed to help people manage emotions, improve relationships, and find balance in their lives.
Do you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or caught in patterns of self-destructive behaviors that seem impossible to break? Are relationships, school, or work becoming unmanageable because of stress, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation? At DBT Arizona, we specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck in their struggles to build a life worth living. You don’t have to do this alone.
Do you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or caught in patterns of self-destructive behaviors that seem impossible to break? Are relationships, school, or work becoming unmanageable because of stress, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation? At DBT Arizona, we specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck in their struggles to build a life worth living. You don’t have to do this alone.
I have deep respect for trauma work and support concerns like suicide and self-harm, bipolar disorder, depression, and grief.
What parts of you are tired of carrying things alone? What would it feel like to have someone fully in your corner—no judgment, no pretending, just honesty and support? If you’re feeling stuck, you’re not alone. “As long as you're willing to work with me, I will work with you.” That’s the heart of my approach. I’m here to grow alongside you, get curious with you, and help you build a plan that feels real. In our first sessions, we’ll map out your goals and build comfort so healing feels possible.
I have deep respect for trauma work and support concerns like suicide and self-harm, bipolar disorder, depression, and grief.
What parts of you are tired of carrying things alone? What would it feel like to have someone fully in your corner—no judgment, no pretending, just honesty and support? If you’re feeling stuck, you’re not alone. “As long as you're willing to work with me, I will work with you.” That’s the heart of my approach. I’m here to grow alongside you, get curious with you, and help you build a plan that feels real. In our first sessions, we’ll map out your goals and build comfort so healing feels possible.
Ashley Lawrence
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Ashley.
I help people navigate their inner parts and ways they show up in their own life, with gentleness and curiosity. I help people find healing around trauma, suicidality, and their LGBTQIA+/queer identity. I approach sessions with compassion and warmth, while holding the belief that your story is not over, and there is hope to be found.
I am able to meet clients where they are at, and walk with them through the heavy and light parts of being alive.
Hi, I'm Ashley.
I help people navigate their inner parts and ways they show up in their own life, with gentleness and curiosity. I help people find healing around trauma, suicidality, and their LGBTQIA+/queer identity. I approach sessions with compassion and warmth, while holding the belief that your story is not over, and there is hope to be found.
I am able to meet clients where they are at, and walk with them through the heavy and light parts of being alive.
Jasmine Buirse-Gerberding
Counselor, MS, LAC, ASDCS
9 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, whether they’re a child building social-emotional skills, a teen navigating identity and friendships, or an adult managing anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression, ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent experiences,. They want to feel heard, supported, and empowered. They’re seeking a safe space to understand themselves, build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and create a life that feels calmer and more authentic.
I run Social Sparks a Social Skills Group for neurodivergent kids starting 05/21/2026 and a Social Sparks for Teens starting 05/11/2026
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, whether they’re a child building social-emotional skills, a teen navigating identity and friendships, or an adult managing anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression, ADHD, autism, or other neurodivergent experiences,. They want to feel heard, supported, and empowered. They’re seeking a safe space to understand themselves, build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and create a life that feels calmer and more authentic.
I run Social Sparks a Social Skills Group for neurodivergent kids starting 05/21/2026 and a Social Sparks for Teens starting 05/11/2026
I offer individual counseling & IOP level of care for individuals experiencing peer and family relationships, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, negative thoughts, suicidal ideations/self-harm and many more.
My passion is working with individuals 17+ years of age. I specialize working with college students is my specialty. I offer an eclectic therapeutic approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Therapy.
I offer individual counseling & IOP level of care for individuals experiencing peer and family relationships, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, negative thoughts, suicidal ideations/self-harm and many more.
My passion is working with individuals 17+ years of age. I specialize working with college students is my specialty. I offer an eclectic therapeutic approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Therapy.
Some of the most significant, life changing moments are jumpstarted in the course of a conversation. Feeling heard and felt opens the door to possibilities. The possibility of healing, more freedom, a deeper sense of peace, feeling more grounded and safe can encourage a person to make the changes that they want to make. This has been Jamie’s experience in her own life as well as through the training she received and the counseling she has done thus far. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relational conflict, thoughts of wanting to die, or feeling worthless; I'd like to help.
Some of the most significant, life changing moments are jumpstarted in the course of a conversation. Feeling heard and felt opens the door to possibilities. The possibility of healing, more freedom, a deeper sense of peace, feeling more grounded and safe can encourage a person to make the changes that they want to make. This has been Jamie’s experience in her own life as well as through the training she received and the counseling she has done thus far. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relational conflict, thoughts of wanting to die, or feeling worthless; I'd like to help.
Do you want to learn practical skills to use for daily stress? Do you need a safe place to just talk and sort things out? Well, I am ready to help. While trauma and PTSD are my specialty, I have worked with many concerns such as grief/loss, eating disorders, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, mindfulness, relationship dynamics, and severe mental illness. I am an LGBTQ ally.
Do you want to learn practical skills to use for daily stress? Do you need a safe place to just talk and sort things out? Well, I am ready to help. While trauma and PTSD are my specialty, I have worked with many concerns such as grief/loss, eating disorders, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, mindfulness, relationship dynamics, and severe mental illness. I am an LGBTQ ally.
Franza Psychological Services, PLLC, offers an array of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for individuals who are looking to address life difficulties. We evaluate individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental disorders (autistic spectrum disorder and intellectual disability), neurocognitive disorders, long-term behavioral, mental health difficulties, and substance use disorders. The clinicians at Franza Psychological Services PLLC, specialize in a variety of mental health disorders, requiring clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological specialties.
Franza Psychological Services, PLLC, offers an array of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for individuals who are looking to address life difficulties. We evaluate individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental disorders (autistic spectrum disorder and intellectual disability), neurocognitive disorders, long-term behavioral, mental health difficulties, and substance use disorders. The clinicians at Franza Psychological Services PLLC, specialize in a variety of mental health disorders, requiring clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological specialties.
Is there a time in your life when you've felt alone, betrayed, unhappy or lost? Difficulties often leave us feeling helpless, isolated, and overwhelmed. As we unpack the trauma, anger, pain, and loss, you will learn tools for living authentically, transforming the way you connect, and experience healing and growth. On this journey of emotional healing and recovery I love seeing the progression one experiences as they show up and commit to working through life’s difficulties. We will walk down this path together, at your pace, implementing various techniques and tools that work best for you.
Is there a time in your life when you've felt alone, betrayed, unhappy or lost? Difficulties often leave us feeling helpless, isolated, and overwhelmed. As we unpack the trauma, anger, pain, and loss, you will learn tools for living authentically, transforming the way you connect, and experience healing and growth. On this journey of emotional healing and recovery I love seeing the progression one experiences as they show up and commit to working through life’s difficulties. We will walk down this path together, at your pace, implementing various techniques and tools that work best for you.
Katrina S Harrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
5 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85051
Waitlist for new clients
Life happens. For some individuals there have been experiences that have changed your perspective and caused you to feel stuck, overwhelmed, even hopeless. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, families and couples. My specialty is helping clients learn to self-regulate emotions. I have extensive experience working with individuals and children who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, children that are bullied, struggle with self-esteem, live in high stress homes, are coping with a divorce or separation of parents or grief and loss.
Life happens. For some individuals there have been experiences that have changed your perspective and caused you to feel stuck, overwhelmed, even hopeless. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, families and couples. My specialty is helping clients learn to self-regulate emotions. I have extensive experience working with individuals and children who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, children that are bullied, struggle with self-esteem, live in high stress homes, are coping with a divorce or separation of parents or grief and loss.
No single part of who you are tells the whole story. Your race, gender, sexuality, family roles, and life experiences all overlap, shaping how you move through the world. Sometimes those layers clash, leaving you anxious, exhausted, or unsure how to show up. Not to mention the expectations about identity that the external world places upon you. These pressures can make it hard to trust or understand yourself, but they can also point to areas where growth and clarity are possible. In therapy, we’ll unpack these tensions, aim for moments of clarity, and move you closer to making choices that feel authentic and grounded.
No single part of who you are tells the whole story. Your race, gender, sexuality, family roles, and life experiences all overlap, shaping how you move through the world. Sometimes those layers clash, leaving you anxious, exhausted, or unsure how to show up. Not to mention the expectations about identity that the external world places upon you. These pressures can make it hard to trust or understand yourself, but they can also point to areas where growth and clarity are possible. In therapy, we’ll unpack these tensions, aim for moments of clarity, and move you closer to making choices that feel authentic and grounded.
There is power in our voices, and we deserve spaces where we can learn to feel safe expressing our pain, our hopes and our truth. I consider it my life's work to help create sacred spaces for those seeking ways to let go of the weight of their trauma and/or simply learn how to live life well and more authentically. Trust fostered in therapeutic relationships can open doors for increased self-awareness and self-love, inviting you to create healthier beliefs about yourself, your relationships, your life, your choices and your potential.
There is power in our voices, and we deserve spaces where we can learn to feel safe expressing our pain, our hopes and our truth. I consider it my life's work to help create sacred spaces for those seeking ways to let go of the weight of their trauma and/or simply learn how to live life well and more authentically. Trust fostered in therapeutic relationships can open doors for increased self-awareness and self-love, inviting you to create healthier beliefs about yourself, your relationships, your life, your choices and your potential.
I understand how stressful life can be. The difficulties of everyday life can lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, and burnout. My goal is to work with you and support you on your journey to overcome these hurdles and achieve a sense of peace and fulfillment. Together, we can work towards building a stronger, more resilient you, fostering a positive self-image, and developing strategies to manage life's challenges more effectively. Let us embark on this path to a happier, healthier you, where your well-being is the priority.
I understand how stressful life can be. The difficulties of everyday life can lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, and burnout. My goal is to work with you and support you on your journey to overcome these hurdles and achieve a sense of peace and fulfillment. Together, we can work towards building a stronger, more resilient you, fostering a positive self-image, and developing strategies to manage life's challenges more effectively. Let us embark on this path to a happier, healthier you, where your well-being is the priority.
Now Accepting New Clients! I'm a devoted Counselor, committed to empowering healthier relationships within and with loved ones. My journey centers on dismantling damaging behaviors, habits, and beliefs. My approach is direct: it's all about you. No scripts, just real connection. I nurture trust, empathy, and openness. Patience is key as we explore and celebrate together. Why Counselor? I've seen its transformative magic. It's crafting a brighter future that echoes through generations. Join me on this journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. Let's paint a radiant tomorrow!
Now Accepting New Clients! I'm a devoted Counselor, committed to empowering healthier relationships within and with loved ones. My journey centers on dismantling damaging behaviors, habits, and beliefs. My approach is direct: it's all about you. No scripts, just real connection. I nurture trust, empathy, and openness. Patience is key as we explore and celebrate together. Why Counselor? I've seen its transformative magic. It's crafting a brighter future that echoes through generations. Join me on this journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. Let's paint a radiant tomorrow!
Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, CCTP, CAGSSAC
Online Only
At Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions we believe whole people connecting with one another enhances the well-being of the family and the community. Similarly, people living and working together as whole communities will make the world better for all of us. Additionally, we all need places where we can speak without fear of judgement or rejection. When these needs are met, barriers to growth and well being can be removed. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the kind of individual growth that comes from intentional change by promoting health, healing and restoration.
At Dynamic Counseling and Coaching Solutions we believe whole people connecting with one another enhances the well-being of the family and the community. Similarly, people living and working together as whole communities will make the world better for all of us. Additionally, we all need places where we can speak without fear of judgement or rejection. When these needs are met, barriers to growth and well being can be removed. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters the kind of individual growth that comes from intentional change by promoting health, healing and restoration.
Therapy is a process of accompaniment towards healing. It offers a space to explore how to manage the difficulties and challenges that life presents, to grow and cultivate resilience and to face the future while honoring our identity. Above all therapy is about the trusting relationship between client and therapist. I am licensed clinical social worker and specialize in providing therapy for adults 18 and older who experience anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Therapy is a process of accompaniment towards healing. It offers a space to explore how to manage the difficulties and challenges that life presents, to grow and cultivate resilience and to face the future while honoring our identity. Above all therapy is about the trusting relationship between client and therapist. I am licensed clinical social worker and specialize in providing therapy for adults 18 and older who experience anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, narcissistic abuse, and trauma. I use EMDR, IFS, CPT, and DBT with a client-centered approach, creating a safe and caring environment where clients feel heard, seen, and understood.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, narcissistic abuse, and trauma. I use EMDR, IFS, CPT, and DBT with a client-centered approach, creating a safe and caring environment where clients feel heard, seen, and understood.
Trauma has a way of shaping us long before we understand what we’re carrying. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by grief, abuse, racial trauma, systemic oppression, or childhood wounds that still echo in their adult lives. If you’re tired of holding it all together on your own, I want you to know you don’t have to anymore.
As a trauma therapist, I integrate EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, CBT, and Attachment‑based approaches to help you process what happened, understand your internal world, and build healthier patterns that feel safe and sustainable.
Trauma has a way of shaping us long before we understand what we’re carrying. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by grief, abuse, racial trauma, systemic oppression, or childhood wounds that still echo in their adult lives. If you’re tired of holding it all together on your own, I want you to know you don’t have to anymore.
As a trauma therapist, I integrate EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, CBT, and Attachment‑based approaches to help you process what happened, understand your internal world, and build healthier patterns that feel safe and sustainable.
My experience has been working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and dysfunctional coping skills including self-harming behaviors.
Therapies include DBT, CBT, and behavioral therapy with the frequent focus on mindfulness and positive lifestyle choices as well as learning positive coping skills.
My experience has been working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and dysfunctional coping skills including self-harming behaviors.
Therapies include DBT, CBT, and behavioral therapy with the frequent focus on mindfulness and positive lifestyle choices as well as learning positive coping skills.
See more therapy options for Phoenix
Nearby Suicidal Ideation Therapists Searches for Phoenix
- Avondale
- Chandler
- Fountain Hills
- Glendale
- Goodyear
- Litchfield Park
- Paradise Valley
- Peoria
- Scottsdale
- Sun City West
- Tempe
- Tolleson
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.