Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Irvine, CA
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Lina Gabeiella Balchas
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, 7595
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with all ages, families, & couples working through trauma, PTSD, body image and disordered eating, self harm,
suicidal
ideations, gender identity & sexual orientation struggles, addiction, depression, and anxiety.
Hi, and welcome to the next chapter of your life. Whether it be trauma, loss, addiction, stress, or everyday struggles that brought you here, you’re making a brave leap and seeking support. Our lives are filled with ups and downs, pleasure and pain, but hard work and dedication to your own mental health can help carve a more stable and bright path. Therapy is an amazing chance to process and work through current struggle, past ruptures, or worries about the future. My goal as your therapist is to work as a team to address, process, and grow from your concerns. I will provide an open space, free of judgement, full of empathy!
Tara Bormand
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
Verified
My experience with various populations include children, adolescents, college-aged students, multicultural clients and couples presenting with, but not limited to Depression, Anxiety,
suicidal ideation
, relationship conflict, and low self-esteem.
By creating a safe space, I help my clients explore their thoughts, emotions, and triggers in the therapeutic process. Through an experiential lens, I help people explore their negative thinking patterns, unmet emotional needs, and behavioral responses to stressors. My style is directive, yet collaborative in inspiring people to create their new stories. The goal of our journey in therapy is to help you feel more connected and secure in your identity and build meaningful relationships with others.
Parie Faridnia
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
I have specialized training in parenting support and coaching, highly sensitive children, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, play therapy, family therapy, and
suicide
intervention.
If you feel stuck in old patterns, it may seem impossible to free yourself. Today is the day. All you need to start the therapy process is the willingness to make that first contact. Each client's therapeutic journey is unique, and I very much enjoy acting as an empowering, knowledgeable guide along the way. I believe in the innate ability of my clients to transform themselves, their relationships, and their lives. Everyone encounters challenges whether it's depression, anxiety, loss, failed relationships, compulsions, or past traumas.
Kathy Caritina Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Constant worries keep many people from leading a productive life and negatively affect relationships. A safe and accepting therapeutic environment will help place those worries into perspective. I have worked with children, adolescents, couples, families, adults, and senior citizens. I provide an array of counseling services, including: adolescent substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, parenting skills, anger management, grief and bereavement, trauma, anxiety disorders, self-harm behaviors, gender identity, sexual orientation, acculturation, depression, bipolar disorders, major depressive disorder, and domestic violence.
Enhance Health Group
MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
At Enhance Health Group, we provide compassionate care to our clients, and treat the mind, body, and soul to help the person as a whole achieve their goals. Our team focuses on client strengths and utilizes evidence-based practices, with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral therapy to ultimately change the way you think, feel, and act to become.
Barry C Ross
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am currently taking new patients. The difficulties, pain, and sometimes confusion that arises in trying to meet emotional needs may lead to seeking help. I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, and psychoanalyst with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents, adults, and couples. My approach connects to my patients with empathy and insight beyond basic support. This is a collaborative approach to therapy.
Hadil Penalvert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling to cope with difficult emotions? Do you need support coping with current stressors or processing past traumas? Do you wish to identify and release patterns that keep you from being happy? My goal is to guide you through your healing journey by offering a safe space where you can process your emotions, express your thoughts, work toward your goals, and ultimately feel confident in your life choices.
Not accepting new clients
Mario D'Aliesio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCS, ADC-II
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I have more than twenty years of experience in the field of psychotherapy and treating addiction. My passion for service has led me to work with active duty military, veterans, teens, couples, and individuals who are seeking balance and healing. My unique experience and talents have crafted me as an expert in identifying and treating PTSD, oppositional defiance disorder, and substance use disorders, including pathological gambling and sexual compulsivity. I have held positions as the Division Head of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and Branch Head for Behavioral Health with Marine Family Programs Camp Pendleton.
Pamela L Van Diepen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel stuck in a rut? Have you tried what feels like everything and it still is not working? I am here to help. The therapy room is a great place to explore yourself and find growth. My style is warm and accepting, and I like to work from my clients' perspective.
Not accepting new clients
Ivan Casabianca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
Verified
You want to gain control of your life, improve your relationships with the people you love, be more productive on a day to day basis, and heal those past wounds that are holding you back from living the life you deserve. Whether it's depression, anxiety, shame, trauma, relationship issues, grief, substance abuse, addiction, chronic illness/pain, a life transition, or any other issue, there is no reason you have to go through any of this alone. Whether you are an individual, a couple, or a family, together we will overcome the obstacles that are getting in the way of your success and happiness in life.
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Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified
Verified
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on NBC, KCAL, HLN, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
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Verified
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Verified
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Susan D Cane
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
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Life can often feel overwhelming with more struggle than joy. Relationships can break down due to poor communication and belief systems that no longer work. My strength is helping individuals, couples, and families identify and work through ineffective life patterns. Developing and restoring a sense of life purpose and inner strength can help discover new motivation to accomplish life goals. I am licensed in both CA & UT.
Eima Mesgarha Uplyft Psychological Services Inc
Psychologist, PsyD , LP
Verified
Verified
Struggling handling stress? Feeling stuck in your relationship? Searching for your life purpose? You should know that you are NOT alone. So many of us face hardship and challenges at different times throughout our lives. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful and UPLIFTING life. All you need to start your journey is the WILLINGNESS to take the first step & trust the process.
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Verified
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
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Bryana Rogel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma can be difficult to work through. By incorporating my personal experience and my professionalism we are able to work together and create a person centered plan of action with an array of modalities at your finger tips.
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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.