Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Tempe, AZ

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Valerie Niemela
Counselor, LMHCA, LAC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85288
Hello! Life can become messy, with struggles and failures. I believe in the therapeutic process to find meaning during life’s difficulties. I have worked in crisis settings and have experience de-escalating individuals with imminent and passive suicidal thoughts. I have special interest in working with individuals who live with disability; children, teens, and young adults who feel alone on their pathway of life and wonder what meaning is left.
Hello! Life can become messy, with struggles and failures. I believe in the therapeutic process to find meaning during life’s difficulties. I have worked in crisis settings and have experience de-escalating individuals with imminent and passive suicidal thoughts. I have special interest in working with individuals who live with disability; children, teens, and young adults who feel alone on their pathway of life and wonder what meaning is left.
(520) 779-7453 View (520) 779-7453
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Joel Covert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Joel is thoroughly trained and is experienced in working with depression, hopelessness even suicidal ideation, anxiety, anger, parenting issues, conducting couple's and family therapy, family/relationship discord and treating all types of trauma including sexual related issues.
Joel earned his Master's in Social Work from Arizona State University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Joel has been practicing in the field for 10 years. Joel completed a 2 year counseling residency where he was extensively trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Gottman Couple's Therapy and in treating personality disorders. Joel also led DBT skills training group therapy for nearly 2 years during his residency. Since, he has been trained in Level 1 and 2 of EMDR. Joel has worked with substance related issues for the duration of his practice.
Joel is thoroughly trained and is experienced in working with depression, hopelessness even suicidal ideation, anxiety, anger, parenting issues, conducting couple's and family therapy, family/relationship discord and treating all types of trauma including sexual related issues.
Joel earned his Master's in Social Work from Arizona State University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Joel has been practicing in the field for 10 years. Joel completed a 2 year counseling residency where he was extensively trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Gottman Couple's Therapy and in treating personality disorders. Joel also led DBT skills training group therapy for nearly 2 years during his residency. Since, he has been trained in Level 1 and 2 of EMDR. Joel has worked with substance related issues for the duration of his practice.
(480) 662-6708 View (480) 662-6708
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Wyatt Agnew
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
I am also experienced in helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, pornography addiction, suicide ideation, and grief and loss.
My passion is to help you gain the tools and perspective you need to take control of your journey, move toward your goals, and create more security and safety in your relationships. In both our individual lives and in our relationships, it is normal to pass through difficulties, hardships, or setbacks that can often seem overwhelming. There is hope. We can Heal, Restore ourselves from violations of love and trust. We can learn from our challenges and put those challenges to work for us to help us grow!
I am also experienced in helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, pornography addiction, suicide ideation, and grief and loss.
My passion is to help you gain the tools and perspective you need to take control of your journey, move toward your goals, and create more security and safety in your relationships. In both our individual lives and in our relationships, it is normal to pass through difficulties, hardships, or setbacks that can often seem overwhelming. There is hope. We can Heal, Restore ourselves from violations of love and trust. We can learn from our challenges and put those challenges to work for us to help us grow!
(602) 497-1052 View (602) 497-1052
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Kimberly Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85281  (Online Only)
Hi. My name is Kim and I have been working in behavioral health since 2002. I have spent a majority of my career working with people in crisis situations. I have experience working with all ages - children, adolescents, and adults. I used CBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and person centered theories in my practice with clients. My passions are suicide prevention and mental health awareness. I am originally from Massachusetts but have lived in Arizona since 1995. I am mother of three kids. I love the beach/ocean, my favorite flower is a sunflower and I enjoy reading in my free time.
Hi. My name is Kim and I have been working in behavioral health since 2002. I have spent a majority of my career working with people in crisis situations. I have experience working with all ages - children, adolescents, and adults. I used CBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and person centered theories in my practice with clients. My passions are suicide prevention and mental health awareness. I am originally from Massachusetts but have lived in Arizona since 1995. I am mother of three kids. I love the beach/ocean, my favorite flower is a sunflower and I enjoy reading in my free time.
(480) 418-9695 View (480) 418-9695
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Sherrelle Thompson
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, preteens, teens, couples, and anyone who is needing help on their journey to being healed. I have helped others work through substance abuse, low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal behaviors, anxiety, Depression, and families who are trying to develop the skills needed to help support their loved ones. I have also helped couples either dating or married in redefining their relationships and coming back together as a unit.
I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, preteens, teens, couples, and anyone who is needing help on their journey to being healed. I have helped others work through substance abuse, low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal behaviors, anxiety, Depression, and families who are trying to develop the skills needed to help support their loved ones. I have also helped couples either dating or married in redefining their relationships and coming back together as a unit.
(928) 770-6197 View (928) 770-6197
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Irvin Nunez
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
I also work with marriages, pornography addiction, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation.
Hello, my name is Irvin Nunez! I seek to help clients find hope & strength in themselves and in their relationships by providing them a safe place to share their thoughts, feelings, concerns, and goals. I use empathetic and nonjudgmental listening while also using a directive and coaching approach to help you get over those stuck points and get to work! You may be struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems. You may have a nagging feeling of being worthless, alone, not enough, or not measuring up. You are not alone! Reach out!
I also work with marriages, pornography addiction, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation.
Hello, my name is Irvin Nunez! I seek to help clients find hope & strength in themselves and in their relationships by providing them a safe place to share their thoughts, feelings, concerns, and goals. I use empathetic and nonjudgmental listening while also using a directive and coaching approach to help you get over those stuck points and get to work! You may be struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems. You may have a nagging feeling of being worthless, alone, not enough, or not measuring up. You are not alone! Reach out!
(480) 210-6246 View (480) 210-6246
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Nicole Schuster
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85283
I find great joy in helping clients who vary in presentation from anxiety to suicidal ideation to trauma. I work with young adults and teens who may be experiencing difficulty with perfectionism, developing relationships, family dynamics, identity development and various other difficulties. Helping clients reveal and create an identity that feels authentic to them is especially important to me. I firmly believe that people know themselves best; they just need the right environment to encourage this. Connection and acceptance along with gentle challenging is key to my approach with clients.
I find great joy in helping clients who vary in presentation from anxiety to suicidal ideation to trauma. I work with young adults and teens who may be experiencing difficulty with perfectionism, developing relationships, family dynamics, identity development and various other difficulties. Helping clients reveal and create an identity that feels authentic to them is especially important to me. I firmly believe that people know themselves best; they just need the right environment to encourage this. Connection and acceptance along with gentle challenging is key to my approach with clients.
(520) 457-7203 View (520) 457-7203
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Healing Hearts Behavioral Health PLLC
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85288
I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, preteens, teens, couples, and anyone who is needing help on their journey to being healed. I have helped others work through Substance abuse, low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal behaviors, Anxiety, Depression, and families who are trying to develop the skills needed to help support their loved ones. I have also helped couples either dating or married in redefining their relationships and coming back together as a unit.
I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, preteens, teens, couples, and anyone who is needing help on their journey to being healed. I have helped others work through Substance abuse, low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal behaviors, Anxiety, Depression, and families who are trying to develop the skills needed to help support their loved ones. I have also helped couples either dating or married in redefining their relationships and coming back together as a unit.
(623) 281-2768 View (623) 281-2768
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Leslie Pechkurow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
My passion is to serve those who are looking for fulfillment, healing, and more joy in their lives. Through the therapeutic process I aim to empower individuals and families to discover and utilize their own personal strengths to overcome obstacles and struggles. As a therapist I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced many difficulties including severe trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, guilt and shame, suicidal ideation, attachment barriers, and loss. I allow individuals and families to guide the therapy process while I assist in providing insight, feedback, and encouragement.
My passion is to serve those who are looking for fulfillment, healing, and more joy in their lives. Through the therapeutic process I aim to empower individuals and families to discover and utilize their own personal strengths to overcome obstacles and struggles. As a therapist I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced many difficulties including severe trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, guilt and shame, suicidal ideation, attachment barriers, and loss. I allow individuals and families to guide the therapy process while I assist in providing insight, feedback, and encouragement.
(480) 389-4332 View (480) 389-4332
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Dana Combs
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAC, LPN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Patients I've treated need help in their suffering. Life has become so overwhelmingly helpless and stressful that they break. They suffer with anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, fear, anger, depression, grief, fracture of reality, marital and relationship issues, and suicidal ideations. They want peace. They want someone who cares and can give them hope there are better days ahead. My patients want someone who can relate and understand what they're going through. They want someone they can trust and is knowledgeable and able to help. They are tired of running in circles and hearing the same thing over and over with no results.
Patients I've treated need help in their suffering. Life has become so overwhelmingly helpless and stressful that they break. They suffer with anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, fear, anger, depression, grief, fracture of reality, marital and relationship issues, and suicidal ideations. They want peace. They want someone who cares and can give them hope there are better days ahead. My patients want someone who can relate and understand what they're going through. They want someone they can trust and is knowledgeable and able to help. They are tired of running in circles and hearing the same thing over and over with no results.
(520) 523-4968 View (520) 523-4968
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Marian Humphries
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85281
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults as well as their families. 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. Therapy is tailored to the individual using best practices.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults as well as their families. 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. Therapy is tailored to the individual using best practices.
(602) 693-0361 View (602) 693-0361
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Shannon O'Grady
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85281
Often old traumas are beginning to surface at this age, and one is wondering why they are finding themselves depressed and sometimes even suicidal.
My therapy practice is dedicated to helping TEENS, COLLEGE AGE STUDENTS and YOUNG ADULTS through challenging times in their lives. This stage in life is such an important time in one’s development and it is easy to become overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed with all that life is throwing at you. I have worked with teens and young adults for over twenty years, and now as a trauma therapist I find there is a greater need than ever to give teens and young adults the coping skills needed to deal with the challenges and stressors they are facing on a daily basis. Some of my brightest young clients feel they are 'not good enough.'
Often old traumas are beginning to surface at this age, and one is wondering why they are finding themselves depressed and sometimes even suicidal.
My therapy practice is dedicated to helping TEENS, COLLEGE AGE STUDENTS and YOUNG ADULTS through challenging times in their lives. This stage in life is such an important time in one’s development and it is easy to become overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed with all that life is throwing at you. I have worked with teens and young adults for over twenty years, and now as a trauma therapist I find there is a greater need than ever to give teens and young adults the coping skills needed to deal with the challenges and stressors they are facing on a daily basis. Some of my brightest young clients feel they are 'not good enough.'
(520) 214-9292 View (520) 214-9292
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Demi Garcia-Skaggs
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85282  (Online Only)
I work with adults who are suffering from the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation and abandonment issues.
I am glad you took your first step toward healing.  As a holistic therapist, I value the importance of self-empowerment through the mind, body and soul connection. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients pave the path for healing and I walk alongside with guidance. Let's help you get back to the relationship with yourself.
I work with adults who are suffering from the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation and abandonment issues.
I am glad you took your first step toward healing.  As a holistic therapist, I value the importance of self-empowerment through the mind, body and soul connection. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients pave the path for healing and I walk alongside with guidance. Let's help you get back to the relationship with yourself.
(480) 530-7543 View (480) 530-7543
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Christy Pietzsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85281
Accepting New Clients. Hi and Welcome. I have a passion for working with teenagers and adults of all backgrounds. My particular passion is working with those who have borderline personality disorder, neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism), and those who are considering or in the process of gender transitioning. have over five years of experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, substance addiction, suicidal ideations, self-harming, trauma, PTSD, low self-esteem, co-dependency, relationship issues, stress, borderline personality, and life transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and a gender affirming care therapist.
Accepting New Clients. Hi and Welcome. I have a passion for working with teenagers and adults of all backgrounds. My particular passion is working with those who have borderline personality disorder, neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism), and those who are considering or in the process of gender transitioning. have over five years of experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, substance addiction, suicidal ideations, self-harming, trauma, PTSD, low self-esteem, co-dependency, relationship issues, stress, borderline personality, and life transitions. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and a gender affirming care therapist.
(480) 482-1838 View (480) 482-1838
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Paula J McCall
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85281
***I am mostly unable to accept new therapy clients. I am only accepting clients for psychological, psychoeducational, DDD, and gifted evaluations at this time. Wait time for a psychological eval is approximately 6 months. Wait time for a gifted eval is about 4 weeks*** My goal to assist children, teens, and young adults in reaching their full potential. I seek to provide services that better equip a child or adolescent to make positive choices, to overcome and move forward from significant loss and negative experiences, to feel good about him or herself, and to feel capable of achieving all that he or she desires.
***I am mostly unable to accept new therapy clients. I am only accepting clients for psychological, psychoeducational, DDD, and gifted evaluations at this time. Wait time for a psychological eval is approximately 6 months. Wait time for a gifted eval is about 4 weeks*** My goal to assist children, teens, and young adults in reaching their full potential. I seek to provide services that better equip a child or adolescent to make positive choices, to overcome and move forward from significant loss and negative experiences, to feel good about him or herself, and to feel capable of achieving all that he or she desires.
(480) 685-5896 View (480) 685-5896
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Jamie Abbitt
LCSW
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85282
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.
(602) 345-1968 View (602) 345-1968
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Jody Tatro
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85281  (Online Only)
Jody is a master's level licensed professional counselor (LPC) specializing in trauma, social justice counseling, addiction, EMDR, and CBT. She enjoys integrating therapeutic modalities to meet specific client needs with a holistic and compassionate approach to healing. Her experience working as a psychometrist and therapist focused on neuropsychological development contributes to the psychoeducation and learning that she uses to educate her clients.
Jody is a master's level licensed professional counselor (LPC) specializing in trauma, social justice counseling, addiction, EMDR, and CBT. She enjoys integrating therapeutic modalities to meet specific client needs with a holistic and compassionate approach to healing. Her experience working as a psychometrist and therapist focused on neuropsychological development contributes to the psychoeducation and learning that she uses to educate her clients.
(866) 738-3081 View (866) 738-3081
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LaShunda Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Welcome to Abundance Counseling Services, where healing and wellness converge in a safe and supportive space. With nearly a decade of collective experience in the mental health field, our team brings a wealth of expertise to assist individuals on their journey to better mental health. Our practitioners have dedicated half of their professional careers to working directly with adolescents and adults from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Welcome to Abundance Counseling Services, where healing and wellness converge in a safe and supportive space. With nearly a decade of collective experience in the mental health field, our team brings a wealth of expertise to assist individuals on their journey to better mental health. Our practitioners have dedicated half of their professional careers to working directly with adolescents and adults from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
(480) 676-4840 View (480) 676-4840
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Arielle Arnett
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85284
Walking alongside others through their challenges and pain is an honor I hold with deep gratitude and humility as a counselor. Counseling creates space for people to explore their complexities and life experiences with openness and self-compassion. I am dedicated to cultivating a safe space for you to embark on the journey of self discovery, while fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and connections with others. While this journey can be daunting, I believe it is one worth taking. I look forward to the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey, wherever it may lead.
Walking alongside others through their challenges and pain is an honor I hold with deep gratitude and humility as a counselor. Counseling creates space for people to explore their complexities and life experiences with openness and self-compassion. I am dedicated to cultivating a safe space for you to embark on the journey of self discovery, while fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and connections with others. While this journey can be daunting, I believe it is one worth taking. I look forward to the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey, wherever it may lead.
(480) 908-9021 x21 View (480) 908-9021 x21
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Kevin Jessup
Counselor, MAPC, TAD, MAHR, LAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283
You can break free of things like worry, bad relationships, or regrets. You don't need to keep living without hope... claim a dream for your future! There are solutions! Together, we can name those thoughts and memories that bother, hurt, or worry you the most. Make room for new thoughts! Living with anxiety, depression, or obsessions, often causes us to relieve that stress in very powerful, sometimes heartbreaking ways. Wouldn't it be great to feel peaceful, or strong, or in love, or powerful, or... Contact me now for your free consultation!
You can break free of things like worry, bad relationships, or regrets. You don't need to keep living without hope... claim a dream for your future! There are solutions! Together, we can name those thoughts and memories that bother, hurt, or worry you the most. Make room for new thoughts! Living with anxiety, depression, or obsessions, often causes us to relieve that stress in very powerful, sometimes heartbreaking ways. Wouldn't it be great to feel peaceful, or strong, or in love, or powerful, or... Contact me now for your free consultation!
(480) 428-1790 x706 View (480) 428-1790 x706
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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.