Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
I specialize in working with youth and adults experiencing increasingly distressing symptoms. This can include: Low mood, anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation & challenges with day to day tasks or overall desire to improve quality of life. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for those silenced and confused by their day to day challenges. Working together to navigate their unique experiences.
I specialize in working with youth and adults experiencing increasingly distressing symptoms. This can include: Low mood, anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation & challenges with day to day tasks or overall desire to improve quality of life. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for those silenced and confused by their day to day challenges. Working together to navigate their unique experiences.
Many of my clients are neurodivergent, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, disabled, polyamorous, or apart of other marginalized communities. I help clients explore their identities, navigate life's challenges, and build a stronger relationship with themselves. My approach is collaborative, curious, and grounded in connection. Drawing from Gestalt, Animal Assisted, Synergetic Play, and Narrative Therapy, I believe that healing often begins when we feel seen, understood, and empowered to tell our own story.
Many of my clients are neurodivergent, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, disabled, polyamorous, or apart of other marginalized communities. I help clients explore their identities, navigate life's challenges, and build a stronger relationship with themselves. My approach is collaborative, curious, and grounded in connection. Drawing from Gestalt, Animal Assisted, Synergetic Play, and Narrative Therapy, I believe that healing often begins when we feel seen, understood, and empowered to tell our own story.
Our dedicated team of clinicians is committed to delivering the highest quality mental health care to support you on your unique journey. We offer in-person sessions at our Eastlake office or the convenience of virtual care from the comfort of your own space. Our goal is to ensure you can begin your wellness journey with ease.
Our dedicated team of clinicians is committed to delivering the highest quality mental health care to support you on your unique journey. We offer in-person sessions at our Eastlake office or the convenience of virtual care from the comfort of your own space. Our goal is to ensure you can begin your wellness journey with ease.
Watching your child or teen struggle can leave you feeling helpless, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. If school stress, peer relationships, anxiety, depression, OCD, anger, or safety concerns are impacting your child’s well-being, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with parents and families to better understand what’s going on beneath the surface and to build effective, compassionate strategies that support real change. Your willingness to seek help is a powerful first step, and one that truly makes a difference.
Watching your child or teen struggle can leave you feeling helpless, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. If school stress, peer relationships, anxiety, depression, OCD, anger, or safety concerns are impacting your child’s well-being, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with parents and families to better understand what’s going on beneath the surface and to build effective, compassionate strategies that support real change. Your willingness to seek help is a powerful first step, and one that truly makes a difference.
My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. As a Mexican-American Latina & daughter of immigrant parents, I understand how culture, family expectations, and lived experiences can shape emotional well-being. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, respected, and able to show up as you are—without judgment. In our work together, we focus on building emotional awareness, strengthening coping skills, & shifting patterns that may no longer serve you. I integrate trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, & attachment-focused work, while moving at a pace that feels supportive and realistic
My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. As a Mexican-American Latina & daughter of immigrant parents, I understand how culture, family expectations, and lived experiences can shape emotional well-being. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, respected, and able to show up as you are—without judgment. In our work together, we focus on building emotional awareness, strengthening coping skills, & shifting patterns that may no longer serve you. I integrate trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, & attachment-focused work, while moving at a pace that feels supportive and realistic
You may feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, or emotional numbness despite your best efforts to cope. Stress may feel overwhelming, your reactions confusing, or you may disconnect from your emotions just to get through the day. You’re likely tired of self-blame and want things to make sense. You’re seeking relief, safety, and a deeper understanding of yourself—so you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life and relationships.
You may feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, or emotional numbness despite your best efforts to cope. Stress may feel overwhelming, your reactions confusing, or you may disconnect from your emotions just to get through the day. You’re likely tired of self-blame and want things to make sense. You’re seeking relief, safety, and a deeper understanding of yourself—so you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life and relationships.
I have extensive experience working with trauma through domestic violence survivors. In addition to specializing in all relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and couple's therapy, I have taught parenting classes and facilitated domestic violence groups for children and women survivors of domestic violence. I also facilitated groups on healthy relationships and women's empowerment groups.
I have extensive experience working with trauma through domestic violence survivors. In addition to specializing in all relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and couple's therapy, I have taught parenting classes and facilitated domestic violence groups for children and women survivors of domestic violence. I also facilitated groups on healthy relationships and women's empowerment groups.
I grew up in a single-parent household, a child of a teenager and a grandchild who would become a first-generation college student. My life experiences have shaped who I've become; a mother, child; sibling, wife, and professional. I knew at a young age, I wanted to help others, I have either stood in their shoes at one point or felt humbled to learn about their life stories. The ultimate goal I have for anyone who comes to me is to provide a safe space in which people can become vulnerable, share their stories, and reach the goals they want to attain.
I grew up in a single-parent household, a child of a teenager and a grandchild who would become a first-generation college student. My life experiences have shaped who I've become; a mother, child; sibling, wife, and professional. I knew at a young age, I wanted to help others, I have either stood in their shoes at one point or felt humbled to learn about their life stories. The ultimate goal I have for anyone who comes to me is to provide a safe space in which people can become vulnerable, share their stories, and reach the goals they want to attain.
Claudia Jessica Peralta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Marriag, Family, Terapis
Chula Vista, CA 91910
I work towards building a safe environment for my clients where we can find a solution or way to improve their lives.
I work towards building a safe environment for my clients where we can find a solution or way to improve their lives.
I am a compassionate marriage and family therapist who is dedicated to providing a safe space for children, youth, and families to grow and heal through counseling. Crystal has experience working with diverse populations in various settings and is passionate about providing services to individuals with diverse backgrounds and challenges. I believe in individualizing clients' care by utilizing a client-centered approach and integrating a variety of modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused, Strength-based and Narrative therapy. I am bilingual and offer services in both English and Spanish.
I am a compassionate marriage and family therapist who is dedicated to providing a safe space for children, youth, and families to grow and heal through counseling. Crystal has experience working with diverse populations in various settings and is passionate about providing services to individuals with diverse backgrounds and challenges. I believe in individualizing clients' care by utilizing a client-centered approach and integrating a variety of modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused, Strength-based and Narrative therapy. I am bilingual and offer services in both English and Spanish.
I specialize in somatic therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and the impact of childhood adversity. I am passionate about working with those who struggle as adults due to negative childhood experiences, ADHD, and parents or soon to be parents. My goal is to support you along your healing journey. I believe you are the expert in your life and my role is to provide a non-judgmental safe space for you to discover your inner strength, process, heal, grow, and learn new tools to live the life you envision.
I specialize in somatic therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and the impact of childhood adversity. I am passionate about working with those who struggle as adults due to negative childhood experiences, ADHD, and parents or soon to be parents. My goal is to support you along your healing journey. I believe you are the expert in your life and my role is to provide a non-judgmental safe space for you to discover your inner strength, process, heal, grow, and learn new tools to live the life you envision.
You’re constantly told that you are strong—you wake up, smile, and keep it moving, even when you’re running on empty. You hold in your needs, afraid to disappoint others, constantly balancing the weight of family expectations with your dreams. You overachieve, you please, and you rarely slow down. Deep down, you’re craving peace, joy, and the freedom to set boundaries without guilt. You deserve to feel seen, supported, and finally put yourself first. Your body holds generations of trauma, yet it also holds the wisdom to heal. Together, we can reestablish your internal safety and promote a healthy mind and body connection.
You’re constantly told that you are strong—you wake up, smile, and keep it moving, even when you’re running on empty. You hold in your needs, afraid to disappoint others, constantly balancing the weight of family expectations with your dreams. You overachieve, you please, and you rarely slow down. Deep down, you’re craving peace, joy, and the freedom to set boundaries without guilt. You deserve to feel seen, supported, and finally put yourself first. Your body holds generations of trauma, yet it also holds the wisdom to heal. Together, we can reestablish your internal safety and promote a healthy mind and body connection.
My priorities as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist are to provide excellent care and professional therapy services to all families. I have been honored to work with exceptional families, adolescents and children in an outpatient psychiatry setting. I have extensive experience in working with children from age 4 to 19 year old adolescents, as well as with their families. My areas of expertise are the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and autism. In addition, I'm trained to provide psychotherapy to adults presenting with a variety of difficulties which adversely affect their lives.
My priorities as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist are to provide excellent care and professional therapy services to all families. I have been honored to work with exceptional families, adolescents and children in an outpatient psychiatry setting. I have extensive experience in working with children from age 4 to 19 year old adolescents, as well as with their families. My areas of expertise are the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and autism. In addition, I'm trained to provide psychotherapy to adults presenting with a variety of difficulties which adversely affect their lives.
Hello! My name is Diana Yidi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe clients to be the experts in their own lives, and I feel honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them to offer support. I am passionate about supporting clients as they build self-compassion, and experience growth, and healing. I have experience working with all age groups. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and have experience working closely with child abuse related issues and the impact of trauma. I have a special interest in working with teens, transitional-aged youth, and young adults.
Hello! My name is Diana Yidi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe clients to be the experts in their own lives, and I feel honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them to offer support. I am passionate about supporting clients as they build self-compassion, and experience growth, and healing. I have experience working with all age groups. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and have experience working closely with child abuse related issues and the impact of trauma. I have a special interest in working with teens, transitional-aged youth, and young adults.
Welcome! I work with families and individuals that are stuck and ready for change. Therapy is a great place to open up, be understood, and find the best path forward. I've been in the mental health field most of my adult life and value this process each and every day. It includes honest feedback, improved self-awareness, an inventory of the parts of our life that we want to keep, and those that we work to adjust. If you're ready to work through the challenges, I'd like to help!
Welcome! I work with families and individuals that are stuck and ready for change. Therapy is a great place to open up, be understood, and find the best path forward. I've been in the mental health field most of my adult life and value this process each and every day. It includes honest feedback, improved self-awareness, an inventory of the parts of our life that we want to keep, and those that we work to adjust. If you're ready to work through the challenges, I'd like to help!
Hi there, I'm Jennifer! If you're feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed, and don't know what to do, I help individuals navigate through life's challenges and create lasting change. I provide an empathic, nonjudgmental space to explore your feelings and needs. Healing occurs through self-awareness, connection, and empowerment, and together we can start your journey. Everyone has a unique story, and I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your goals. I strive to provide a supportive environment that is both person-centered and collaborative. It is also rooted in evidence-based treatments such as cognitive and experiential therapies.
Hi there, I'm Jennifer! If you're feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed, and don't know what to do, I help individuals navigate through life's challenges and create lasting change. I provide an empathic, nonjudgmental space to explore your feelings and needs. Healing occurs through self-awareness, connection, and empowerment, and together we can start your journey. Everyone has a unique story, and I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your goals. I strive to provide a supportive environment that is both person-centered and collaborative. It is also rooted in evidence-based treatments such as cognitive and experiential therapies.
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel drained and angry? Do the people who mean the most to you in the world often get the worst of you? Let me help you reconnect in a way that restores your emotions and the misery of broken relationships. I specialize in conflicted relationships, depression, anxiety, all forms of trauma as well as adult children of abuse or neglect. I have combined years as a Christian counselor with experience working with military families and individuals. I specialize in trauma with a focus on EMDR as a standard of care for most traumas.
Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel drained and angry? Do the people who mean the most to you in the world often get the worst of you? Let me help you reconnect in a way that restores your emotions and the misery of broken relationships. I specialize in conflicted relationships, depression, anxiety, all forms of trauma as well as adult children of abuse or neglect. I have combined years as a Christian counselor with experience working with military families and individuals. I specialize in trauma with a focus on EMDR as a standard of care for most traumas.
Life has a way of throwing us off course—whether through the slow burn of anxiety, the heaviness of depression, or the disorientation that comes with major life changes. You might be doing all the “right” things & still feel like something’s missing, like you’re just going through the motions. I offer a space where you can drop the pressure to perform & start exploring what’s really going on beneath the surface. I earned my MS in Counseling with a focus on Multicultural Community Counseling from San Diego State University in 2016, & I specialize in working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, & adjustment-related challenges.
Life has a way of throwing us off course—whether through the slow burn of anxiety, the heaviness of depression, or the disorientation that comes with major life changes. You might be doing all the “right” things & still feel like something’s missing, like you’re just going through the motions. I offer a space where you can drop the pressure to perform & start exploring what’s really going on beneath the surface. I earned my MS in Counseling with a focus on Multicultural Community Counseling from San Diego State University in 2016, & I specialize in working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, & adjustment-related challenges.
Grief touches every part of us—our emotions, our energy, even how we see ourselves. Maybe you’re carrying the deep pain of losing a loved one or the more subtle, but equally profound, grief like the loss of friendships, career changes, or the quiet ache of unmet expectations. Or perhaps you’re moving through a major life transition that has left you feeling stuck, uncertain, or off balance.
What I want you to know is this: you don’t have to stay in that place forever. Grief isn’t a problem to fix—it’s a signal, a story, and sometimes a door.
Grief touches every part of us—our emotions, our energy, even how we see ourselves. Maybe you’re carrying the deep pain of losing a loved one or the more subtle, but equally profound, grief like the loss of friendships, career changes, or the quiet ache of unmet expectations. Or perhaps you’re moving through a major life transition that has left you feeling stuck, uncertain, or off balance.
What I want you to know is this: you don’t have to stay in that place forever. Grief isn’t a problem to fix—it’s a signal, a story, and sometimes a door.
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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.