Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Martinez, CA

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Kendra Urton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
Has your life suffered because of trauma you have experienced? I work with individuals, couples, and families to overcome their challenges related to abuse and trauma as well as anxiety, depression, and interpersonal issues. I have worked with survivors of sexual trauma and domestic violence, the LGBT community and unique concerns within that community, and individuals who struggle with co-occurring mental illness and substance use. I'm also familiar with the struggles you may have in managing a chronic illness. I value the importance of creating a safe, non-judgmental space to work on yourself.
Has your life suffered because of trauma you have experienced? I work with individuals, couples, and families to overcome their challenges related to abuse and trauma as well as anxiety, depression, and interpersonal issues. I have worked with survivors of sexual trauma and domestic violence, the LGBT community and unique concerns within that community, and individuals who struggle with co-occurring mental illness and substance use. I'm also familiar with the struggles you may have in managing a chronic illness. I value the importance of creating a safe, non-judgmental space to work on yourself.
(925) 293-9135 View (925) 293-9135
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Bunch Psychotherapy Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool to build upon or develop skills to manage life's many twists and trials. Therapeutic work can also be extremely effective in improving and changing our relationships. I strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and respected. I love the work that I do and I believe it is really important to maintain a level of hope that positive change can occur in your life. This hope is especially important for those who've been impacted by trauma and abuse and for new parents struggling to find their way, both populations I have a passion to serve.
I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool to build upon or develop skills to manage life's many twists and trials. Therapeutic work can also be extremely effective in improving and changing our relationships. I strive to create a comfortable and supportive environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and respected. I love the work that I do and I believe it is really important to maintain a level of hope that positive change can occur in your life. This hope is especially important for those who've been impacted by trauma and abuse and for new parents struggling to find their way, both populations I have a passion to serve.
(415) 663-2880 View (415) 663-2880
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Donna Christianson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553  (Online Only)
Are you in transition? Struggling with anxiety, depression, self-criticism or low self-esteem? Wanting to feel more empowered in your life, relationships and work? Tired of simply surviving? Are you seeking a warm and caring therapist who will listen and help support you to create a life that truly reflects and supports your aspirations and dreams? Who is devoted to your well-being and can offer both the practical help and emotional support to help you to thrive? If so, I'd like to help; I offer affordable day and evening appointments.
Are you in transition? Struggling with anxiety, depression, self-criticism or low self-esteem? Wanting to feel more empowered in your life, relationships and work? Tired of simply surviving? Are you seeking a warm and caring therapist who will listen and help support you to create a life that truly reflects and supports your aspirations and dreams? Who is devoted to your well-being and can offer both the practical help and emotional support to help you to thrive? If so, I'd like to help; I offer affordable day and evening appointments.
(925) 293-9491 View (925) 293-9491
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Lisa M Miranda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553  (Online Only)
Do you have trauma, anxiety or depression and feel ready to work on yourself? Perhaps you are new to therapy but feel motivated or inspired to heal and work through emotions, conflicts or blockages to living a more fulfilling life. Have you had other therapies but feel “it’s time” to go deeper and explore root causes of patterns and issues? Do you feel you are in an “awakening“ and hope to work with a Transpersonal Therapist to support the integration of your higher or Whole/Core Self?
Do you have trauma, anxiety or depression and feel ready to work on yourself? Perhaps you are new to therapy but feel motivated or inspired to heal and work through emotions, conflicts or blockages to living a more fulfilling life. Have you had other therapies but feel “it’s time” to go deeper and explore root causes of patterns and issues? Do you feel you are in an “awakening“ and hope to work with a Transpersonal Therapist to support the integration of your higher or Whole/Core Self?
(510) 800-9538 View (510) 800-9538
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Lan Vu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
Hello! I'm Lan Vu, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of experience working with clients and families from various backgrounds. I seek to empower clients while being grounded in the realistic restrictions that time, life circumstances, and competing demands can place on an individual. With your expertise in yourself, I would like to work together to create a shared understanding to determine the path forward that works best for you.
Hello! I'm Lan Vu, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of experience working with clients and families from various backgrounds. I seek to empower clients while being grounded in the realistic restrictions that time, life circumstances, and competing demands can place on an individual. With your expertise in yourself, I would like to work together to create a shared understanding to determine the path forward that works best for you.
(661) 438-3582 View (661) 438-3582
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Redemption Songs:Jess Smith LMFT 117916,LPCC 14298
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
I believe every person is unique with skills and challenges that make them who they are. By highlighting strengths to improve identified challenges, we can work towards you becoming the ultimate person you desire. I work with youth, their families and individuals who would like to see themselves as their best self. My work extends to those who struggle with, or are a support to someone who struggles with, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and trauma disorders. I believe incorporating culture into my work, and continue to explore and learn from cultures other than my own in order to provide the best quality services to my clients.
I believe every person is unique with skills and challenges that make them who they are. By highlighting strengths to improve identified challenges, we can work towards you becoming the ultimate person you desire. I work with youth, their families and individuals who would like to see themselves as their best self. My work extends to those who struggle with, or are a support to someone who struggles with, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and trauma disorders. I believe incorporating culture into my work, and continue to explore and learn from cultures other than my own in order to provide the best quality services to my clients.
(925) 369-5991 View (925) 369-5991
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Rebecca L Ring
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
Are you in a "caterpillar stage" of life? You sense that you could be more, but you find yourself limited by negative thoughts and/or overwhelming emotions. Or are you in a "chrysalis stage"? Your whole life seems to have disintegrated into nothing recognizable, and you are struggling to make sense of it all. From a foundation of empathy, acceptance, compassion, and respect, I provide a safe and supportive environment in which to grow and/or heal. I work from a "client-centered" approach that helps you find your own answers and healing from within.
Are you in a "caterpillar stage" of life? You sense that you could be more, but you find yourself limited by negative thoughts and/or overwhelming emotions. Or are you in a "chrysalis stage"? Your whole life seems to have disintegrated into nothing recognizable, and you are struggling to make sense of it all. From a foundation of empathy, acceptance, compassion, and respect, I provide a safe and supportive environment in which to grow and/or heal. I work from a "client-centered" approach that helps you find your own answers and healing from within.
(831) 325-0618 View (831) 325-0618
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Julie Sievenpiper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
We all face challenges in our lives and sometimes need extra help and support to help us overcome them. I offer a safe, judgement-free space to explore even the most difficult matters. My style is relational and collaborative. One of the most important aspects for achieving success in therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the client. I believe that you are the expert on yourself and your family and that you hold the key to achieving the life you want to live.
We all face challenges in our lives and sometimes need extra help and support to help us overcome them. I offer a safe, judgement-free space to explore even the most difficult matters. My style is relational and collaborative. One of the most important aspects for achieving success in therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the client. I believe that you are the expert on yourself and your family and that you hold the key to achieving the life you want to live.
(707) 755-6975 View (707) 755-6975
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Anne T. Klein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
To fix a problem you first need to know what the problem is, and self-awareness is key in this process. You are looking for a therapist either because you have found the courage to take a closer look at yourself, or you are looking for help in finding that courage. I will be by your side as you examine whatever stumbling blocks are interfering with your journey at the moment. Together we will look at your structures, beliefs, stories and habits. Are they serving you or are they getting in the way of your growth, relationships and life experience?
To fix a problem you first need to know what the problem is, and self-awareness is key in this process. You are looking for a therapist either because you have found the courage to take a closer look at yourself, or you are looking for help in finding that courage. I will be by your side as you examine whatever stumbling blocks are interfering with your journey at the moment. Together we will look at your structures, beliefs, stories and habits. Are they serving you or are they getting in the way of your growth, relationships and life experience?
(707) 668-7466 View (707) 668-7466
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Rosalind M Daniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553  (Online Only)
Welcome to my private practice! I have worked as a marriage and family therapist for 28 years in a variety of settings: private practice, Kaiser Permanente, Solano and Contra Costa Counties, Non-Profit agencies, and as a school based therapist.
Welcome to my private practice! I have worked as a marriage and family therapist for 28 years in a variety of settings: private practice, Kaiser Permanente, Solano and Contra Costa Counties, Non-Profit agencies, and as a school based therapist.
(707) 998-5647 View (707) 998-5647
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Kathleen Benitez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
Counseling can be an opportunity to experience a greater quality of life. I enjoy helping others to reach that place. Providing clinical counseling for over 25 years, I've assisted survivors with all forms of trauma, anxiety and stress disorders. My practice has included working with military members and families as well as providing counseling to many Spanish speaking Latino populations . My specialties range from employee assistance for work related stress, issues of addiction to all substances including gambling and also working with the trauma of immigration. I can also provide evaluations for immigration hearings.
Counseling can be an opportunity to experience a greater quality of life. I enjoy helping others to reach that place. Providing clinical counseling for over 25 years, I've assisted survivors with all forms of trauma, anxiety and stress disorders. My practice has included working with military members and families as well as providing counseling to many Spanish speaking Latino populations . My specialties range from employee assistance for work related stress, issues of addiction to all substances including gambling and also working with the trauma of immigration. I can also provide evaluations for immigration hearings.
(510) 460-1347 View (510) 460-1347
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Taylor Heavey
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
Hello! My name is Taylor Heavey, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and have been providing counseling to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples since 2016. My hope is to meet clients where they are at in their mental health journey, with a non-judgmental, compassionate and curious approach. I believe that each individual has their own unique story and, and therefore a unique approach to how they deal with life's stressors.
Hello! My name is Taylor Heavey, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and have been providing counseling to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples since 2016. My hope is to meet clients where they are at in their mental health journey, with a non-judgmental, compassionate and curious approach. I believe that each individual has their own unique story and, and therefore a unique approach to how they deal with life's stressors.
(510) 405-5863 View (510) 405-5863
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Rick Hecht
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
Thank you for reviewing my profile. I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have spent my entire 30-year career focused on mental health and well-being, working as a corporate executive, clinician, trainer, and consultant. I am currently completing my doctorate in clinical psychology, with a dissertation focused on loneliness and social connection. My focus is on providing supportive, compassionate, and effective care to those struggling with mental health distress.
Thank you for reviewing my profile. I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have spent my entire 30-year career focused on mental health and well-being, working as a corporate executive, clinician, trainer, and consultant. I am currently completing my doctorate in clinical psychology, with a dissertation focused on loneliness and social connection. My focus is on providing supportive, compassionate, and effective care to those struggling with mental health distress.
(424) 728-4462 View (424) 728-4462
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Danyelle Caruthers
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW, MPA
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
I believe you are the expert in your life. I believe the decision to seek therapy can be beautiful, and complicated because such is life. Healing isn’t linear and is a journey that can be filled with a variety of feelings and emotions–expansion, discomfort, learning, relearning, and unlearning. My goal is to co-create a space and container that will allow you to explore, discover, and tap into parts of yourself unknown to you. I am committed to using a healing-centered, trauma-informed lens and feel your journey of holistic transformation is unique and valuable.
I believe you are the expert in your life. I believe the decision to seek therapy can be beautiful, and complicated because such is life. Healing isn’t linear and is a journey that can be filled with a variety of feelings and emotions–expansion, discomfort, learning, relearning, and unlearning. My goal is to co-create a space and container that will allow you to explore, discover, and tap into parts of yourself unknown to you. I am committed to using a healing-centered, trauma-informed lens and feel your journey of holistic transformation is unique and valuable.
(925) 643-2162 View (925) 643-2162
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Suzanne Hamasaki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
There are times in everyone's life when we experience challenges and difficulties. Whether it be problems in our relationships or adjusting to a life transition, these challenges may affect our well-being, but they can also present an opportunity for growth and positive change.
There are times in everyone's life when we experience challenges and difficulties. Whether it be problems in our relationships or adjusting to a life transition, these challenges may affect our well-being, but they can also present an opportunity for growth and positive change.
(408) 762-4179 View (408) 762-4179
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Jacquie McCue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
At some point in our lives, we all need someone to help us work through issues, talk things out or give us a nonjudgmental perspective. It is such a gift to be that person through therapy. I take pride in working with adolescents and adults as they navigate life stressors, trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression, or serious mental illness.
At some point in our lives, we all need someone to help us work through issues, talk things out or give us a nonjudgmental perspective. It is such a gift to be that person through therapy. I take pride in working with adolescents and adults as they navigate life stressors, trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression, or serious mental illness.
(707) 397-9029 View (707) 397-9029
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Katie Byram
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553  (Online Only)
You're a woman who wants to understand herself better: how you're showing up in relationships, who "you" are outside of your responsibilities, and what gets in the way of feeling more connected within yourself and with others. Maybe you’ve experienced a significant transition in life, or maybe negative self-talk or relationship struggles are wearing you down. You know life doesn’t have to feel like this, but there is so much on your shoulders these days—it hasn't felt possible to find the time, space, and skills you need to create change. But now you’re ready to move beyond what's holding you back.
You're a woman who wants to understand herself better: how you're showing up in relationships, who "you" are outside of your responsibilities, and what gets in the way of feeling more connected within yourself and with others. Maybe you’ve experienced a significant transition in life, or maybe negative self-talk or relationship struggles are wearing you down. You know life doesn’t have to feel like this, but there is so much on your shoulders these days—it hasn't felt possible to find the time, space, and skills you need to create change. But now you’re ready to move beyond what's holding you back.
(707) 203-8504 View (707) 203-8504
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Lori Salinas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
My specialty is Domestic Violence -child abuse/sexual assault. I have been working with VOC from the DA's office for over 10 years providing services to both men and women/children in crises situations. I work with CCC Superior Court, Family and Criminal to help individuals seek visitations with their children after an arrest or involvement with CFS. I also perform as a 730 expert. I provide couples therapy, reunification therapy. I see teens who are having trouble in school and at home. I work with whole families to teach communication tools and implement behavior modification tools. I am a systems therapist.
My specialty is Domestic Violence -child abuse/sexual assault. I have been working with VOC from the DA's office for over 10 years providing services to both men and women/children in crises situations. I work with CCC Superior Court, Family and Criminal to help individuals seek visitations with their children after an arrest or involvement with CFS. I also perform as a 730 expert. I provide couples therapy, reunification therapy. I see teens who are having trouble in school and at home. I work with whole families to teach communication tools and implement behavior modification tools. I am a systems therapist.
(925) 270-0558 View (925) 270-0558
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Kevin Bunch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 326-6612 View (925) 326-6612
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Consuella Kester
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes dealing with mental health can be quite challenging. Sometimes it impacts our family/social, job performance and activities of daily living. I would like to assist individuals in learning how to reduce their symptoms so that it doesn't affect their day to day livihood
Sometimes dealing with mental health can be quite challenging. Sometimes it impacts our family/social, job performance and activities of daily living. I would like to assist individuals in learning how to reduce their symptoms so that it doesn't affect their day to day livihood
(925) 633-4542 View (925) 633-4542
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.