Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Tampa, FL
I do not believe there is one “ideal client.” I work with a broad spectrum of individuals from all walks of life, because mental health challenges do not look the same for everyone. Some clients come seeking support for everyday struggles such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, or life transitions. Others arrive carrying far more complex and high-acuity mental health needs, often after feeling misunderstood, overlooked, or denied services elsewhere. I am passionate about meeting people where they are, especially those who may have been told they are “too much,” “too severe,” or difficult to treat.
I do not believe there is one “ideal client.” I work with a broad spectrum of individuals from all walks of life, because mental health challenges do not look the same for everyone. Some clients come seeking support for everyday struggles such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, or life transitions. Others arrive carrying far more complex and high-acuity mental health needs, often after feeling misunderstood, overlooked, or denied services elsewhere. I am passionate about meeting people where they are, especially those who may have been told they are “too much,” “too severe,” or difficult to treat.
I have over four years of experience at Davis Sound Mind and over three years working in intervention in suicide prevention for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.
I have worked with diverse populations, including but not limited to survivors of trauma, sexual concerns, and addiction counseling. While I work with many problems, I often focus on teens and young adults, easily connecting and helping them develop resilience and coping strategies for the future. I have extensive experience working with law enforcement, firefighters, and the military, providing specialized support for these groups' unique stressors and traumas. Understanding the demanding schedules of individuals, I offer extended hours, seeing clients from 9 AM to 8 PM Monday through Thursday.
I have over four years of experience at Davis Sound Mind and over three years working in intervention in suicide prevention for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.
I have worked with diverse populations, including but not limited to survivors of trauma, sexual concerns, and addiction counseling. While I work with many problems, I often focus on teens and young adults, easily connecting and helping them develop resilience and coping strategies for the future. I have extensive experience working with law enforcement, firefighters, and the military, providing specialized support for these groups' unique stressors and traumas. Understanding the demanding schedules of individuals, I offer extended hours, seeing clients from 9 AM to 8 PM Monday through Thursday.
The Agency For Treatment Enrichment & Rehabilitation (AFTER) specializes in assisting individuals who have experienced trauma. Our clinicians have experience with both the civilian and military population. We are passionate about helping the youth, adolescents, and young adults. We are also passionate about helping adults who find themselves needing support. That's Right! Ladi Dadi Everybody! Every session varies based on each client's needs and our goal is to help you become the best version of yourself.
The Agency For Treatment Enrichment & Rehabilitation (AFTER) specializes in assisting individuals who have experienced trauma. Our clinicians have experience with both the civilian and military population. We are passionate about helping the youth, adolescents, and young adults. We are also passionate about helping adults who find themselves needing support. That's Right! Ladi Dadi Everybody! Every session varies based on each client's needs and our goal is to help you become the best version of yourself.
As a therapist who has walked a similar path, I understand how difficult it can be to move forward when you feel stuck or overwhelmed by challenges that seem insurmountable. I firmly believe in each person’s capacity for growth, resilience, and meaningful change, even under the most difficult of circumstances.
You are the expert on your own life: my role is to help you strengthen that expertise with clarity and confidence. As a result, I work best with clients who are prepared to engage actively in the therapeutic process and apply these principles beyond sessions.
As a therapist who has walked a similar path, I understand how difficult it can be to move forward when you feel stuck or overwhelmed by challenges that seem insurmountable. I firmly believe in each person’s capacity for growth, resilience, and meaningful change, even under the most difficult of circumstances.
You are the expert on your own life: my role is to help you strengthen that expertise with clarity and confidence. As a result, I work best with clients who are prepared to engage actively in the therapeutic process and apply these principles beyond sessions.
Life can look “fine” on the outside while inside you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or emotionally shut down. Serving the states of Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New Mexico & Massachusetts, I help adults who are dealing with anxiety, overthinking, and relationship strain get practical tools to feel more in control. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals and families. Together, we will identify what’s fueling your stress, learn emotional regulation skills, and create real changes that will show up in your daily life.
Life can look “fine” on the outside while inside you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or emotionally shut down. Serving the states of Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New Mexico & Massachusetts, I help adults who are dealing with anxiety, overthinking, and relationship strain get practical tools to feel more in control. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals and families. Together, we will identify what’s fueling your stress, learn emotional regulation skills, and create real changes that will show up in your daily life.
My passion is rooted in working with individuals who may find themselves faced with life challenges of depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as cultural specific barriers faced in the Black and POC community. I’m also a Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Counselors in the state of Florida. My approach focuses on guiding counselors through case conceptualization, exploring both therapy style and niche, along with preparing for licensure exam.
My passion is rooted in working with individuals who may find themselves faced with life challenges of depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as cultural specific barriers faced in the Black and POC community. I’m also a Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Counselors in the state of Florida. My approach focuses on guiding counselors through case conceptualization, exploring both therapy style and niche, along with preparing for licensure exam.
I am passionate about helping my clients feel better emotionally and make wiser choices to help them get their lives back on track to achieve better emotional and behavioral well-being. I have over 24 years of work experience in the mental health field. My treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play therapy techniques, and Psychoeducation. Motivational Interviewing, DBT, and Solution Focused clinical techniques.
I am passionate about helping my clients feel better emotionally and make wiser choices to help them get their lives back on track to achieve better emotional and behavioral well-being. I have over 24 years of work experience in the mental health field. My treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play therapy techniques, and Psychoeducation. Motivational Interviewing, DBT, and Solution Focused clinical techniques.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master Hypnotherapist. I provide a safe, non judgmental and down to earth environment for my clients to express themselves. I offer individual, couple and family therapy. I assist my clients in developing new coping skills to deal with their presenting issues. I believe that developing new, healthy ways of thinking and living can lead to a healthy mind and body. I incorporate nutrition and exercise consultation as related to mental health.I specialize but not limited to depression, anxiety,relationship issues, grief, child/adolescent issues,and eating disorders. I am fluent in Spanish.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master Hypnotherapist. I provide a safe, non judgmental and down to earth environment for my clients to express themselves. I offer individual, couple and family therapy. I assist my clients in developing new coping skills to deal with their presenting issues. I believe that developing new, healthy ways of thinking and living can lead to a healthy mind and body. I incorporate nutrition and exercise consultation as related to mental health.I specialize but not limited to depression, anxiety,relationship issues, grief, child/adolescent issues,and eating disorders. I am fluent in Spanish.
Bilingual Counseling of Florida, LLC es una clínica privada de terapias psicológicas estilo boutique “Boutique-Style Private Practice”. Proveemos servicios a niños, adolescentes y adultos. Las modalidades de servicios que ofrecemos son; terapia individual, terapia de pareja y familia y evaluaciones psicológicas, psicométricas y psicoeducativas, telehealth y meditación. Ofrecemos atención individualizada de alta calidad por profesionales calificados. Protegemos la confidencialidad y la privacidad de nuestros clientes. Nos aseguramos que nuestros clientes y familias se sientan escuchados y confiados. Precios accesibles
Bilingual Counseling of Florida, LLC es una clínica privada de terapias psicológicas estilo boutique “Boutique-Style Private Practice”. Proveemos servicios a niños, adolescentes y adultos. Las modalidades de servicios que ofrecemos son; terapia individual, terapia de pareja y familia y evaluaciones psicológicas, psicométricas y psicoeducativas, telehealth y meditación. Ofrecemos atención individualizada de alta calidad por profesionales calificados. Protegemos la confidencialidad y la privacidad de nuestros clientes. Nos aseguramos que nuestros clientes y familias se sientan escuchados y confiados. Precios accesibles
My ideal clients are individuals in Florida, Utah, Washington, or Massachusetts, struggling with OCD and anxiety disorders who feel trapped in cycles of intrusive thoughts, overthinking, reassurance seeking, or avoidance. Many worry about worst-case scenarios, feel stuck needing certainty, or spend hours trying to make things feel “just right.” These patterns can affect relationships, work, school, and daily life.
I help clients break these cycles using evidence-based treatment, building skills to tolerate uncertainty, face fears gradually, and regain confidence so anxiety no longer controls their choices.
My ideal clients are individuals in Florida, Utah, Washington, or Massachusetts, struggling with OCD and anxiety disorders who feel trapped in cycles of intrusive thoughts, overthinking, reassurance seeking, or avoidance. Many worry about worst-case scenarios, feel stuck needing certainty, or spend hours trying to make things feel “just right.” These patterns can affect relationships, work, school, and daily life.
I help clients break these cycles using evidence-based treatment, building skills to tolerate uncertainty, face fears gradually, and regain confidence so anxiety no longer controls their choices.
In therapy, we get to understand our individual stories and work towards writing the future we envision for ourselves. I recognize that each person has a unique perception of the world and these differences should be embraced in a supportive and judgement free environment. In my therapeutic practice, I use cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing techniques in conjunction with solution focused interventions to problem solve solutions to develop practical and individualized coping strategies for depression, anxiety, substance use, and other severe and persistent mental health issues.
In therapy, we get to understand our individual stories and work towards writing the future we envision for ourselves. I recognize that each person has a unique perception of the world and these differences should be embraced in a supportive and judgement free environment. In my therapeutic practice, I use cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing techniques in conjunction with solution focused interventions to problem solve solutions to develop practical and individualized coping strategies for depression, anxiety, substance use, and other severe and persistent mental health issues.
Hello, hi, heyy, wut up, hola! My name is Kortney Ploski. I am the owner and lead therapist at Resilience Mental Health Services, Tampa. I am a qualified mental health professional and Licensed Registered Mental Health Intern, with over 7 years of mental health experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. I graduated my masters level education with honors granted from International Honors Society of Psychology at Nova Southeastern University.
Hello, hi, heyy, wut up, hola! My name is Kortney Ploski. I am the owner and lead therapist at Resilience Mental Health Services, Tampa. I am a qualified mental health professional and Licensed Registered Mental Health Intern, with over 7 years of mental health experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. I graduated my masters level education with honors granted from International Honors Society of Psychology at Nova Southeastern University.
You may appear to be managing life well, yet still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or not quite yourself. I work with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, substance use, or life transitions who want greater clarity, balance, and self-understanding.
You may appear to be managing life well, yet still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or not quite yourself. I work with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, substance use, or life transitions who want greater clarity, balance, and self-understanding.
I firmly believe in the power of therapeutic intervention to guide individuals, couples, and families towards healthier, more fulfilling lives. I understand the pain involved in dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and couples’ relationships. My goal is to create a safe, judgement-free, and collaborative environment that gives you the freedom to express yourself and establish goals. My ultimate goal is to be a catalyst for transformation and healing, fostering stronger, more harmonious relationships and for individuals to find the support and understanding they need to lead happier and healthier lives.
I firmly believe in the power of therapeutic intervention to guide individuals, couples, and families towards healthier, more fulfilling lives. I understand the pain involved in dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and couples’ relationships. My goal is to create a safe, judgement-free, and collaborative environment that gives you the freedom to express yourself and establish goals. My ultimate goal is to be a catalyst for transformation and healing, fostering stronger, more harmonious relationships and for individuals to find the support and understanding they need to lead happier and healthier lives.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
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Tampa, FL 33603
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Being more connected to ourselves or the important people in our lives is central to living a healthy, fulfilled life. When we feel out of alignment with ourselves or disconnected to those we love, our life may feel out of control. When this happens, it can lead to unhealthy choices for both our physical and mental wellness. I work alongside my clients to help re-establish those connections that seemed to have weakened over time. Like a GPS navigation, I assist my clients in finding the direction in life that is most suitable to resolving their problems. It is a collaborative process between the client and me.
Being more connected to ourselves or the important people in our lives is central to living a healthy, fulfilled life. When we feel out of alignment with ourselves or disconnected to those we love, our life may feel out of control. When this happens, it can lead to unhealthy choices for both our physical and mental wellness. I work alongside my clients to help re-establish those connections that seemed to have weakened over time. Like a GPS navigation, I assist my clients in finding the direction in life that is most suitable to resolving their problems. It is a collaborative process between the client and me.
Are you having difficulty communicating with your spouse or partner? Do you feel unheard or alone in your relationship? Maybe it feels like you are having the same fight over and over? If so you, you are in good company. The number one issue couples report is ineffective communication. Interestingly, research suggests most issues couples face are perpetual. The good news is solving these issues is not as important as learning how to have respectful communication about them. The better news is helping couples communicate more effectively about tough issues is my specialty.
Are you having difficulty communicating with your spouse or partner? Do you feel unheard or alone in your relationship? Maybe it feels like you are having the same fight over and over? If so you, you are in good company. The number one issue couples report is ineffective communication. Interestingly, research suggests most issues couples face are perpetual. The good news is solving these issues is not as important as learning how to have respectful communication about them. The better news is helping couples communicate more effectively about tough issues is my specialty.
At first, my career was focused on advocacy and mobilizing communities around social injustice. I then decided to shift my focus to clinical work and since becoming licensed I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds. It is important to me to start where my clients are and provide a safe collaborative relationship to work towards their goals. Treating my clients with a trauma-informed lens is vital to create a safe space to allow for healing. I use a variety of modalities to best identify my client's needs and provide an individualized treatment plan.
At first, my career was focused on advocacy and mobilizing communities around social injustice. I then decided to shift my focus to clinical work and since becoming licensed I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds. It is important to me to start where my clients are and provide a safe collaborative relationship to work towards their goals. Treating my clients with a trauma-informed lens is vital to create a safe space to allow for healing. I use a variety of modalities to best identify my client's needs and provide an individualized treatment plan.
Hello, I’m Star. I am a Licensed Mental Health and Addictions Counselor and am currently returning to school to pursue a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, to holistically integrate mental and physical well-being. I graduated from the University of Colorado in 2016 with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health.
I began my counseling career working and volunteering in drug rehabilitation centers and community mental health centers and later gained experience within the criminal justice system through work in county jails and the Colorado state prison system, where I have been practicing since 2016
Hello, I’m Star. I am a Licensed Mental Health and Addictions Counselor and am currently returning to school to pursue a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, to holistically integrate mental and physical well-being. I graduated from the University of Colorado in 2016 with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health.
I began my counseling career working and volunteering in drug rehabilitation centers and community mental health centers and later gained experience within the criminal justice system through work in county jails and the Colorado state prison system, where I have been practicing since 2016
I believe that every individual is capable of change. I understand that change can be scary and it takes courage to make the first step in asking for help. I believe building rapport and being met with compassion is essential to creating a healing environment to empower you to be the best you. Sometimes we get held back by maladaptive behavioral or thought patterns, we feel overwhelmed with distressing thoughts and emotions, or we experience constant worry/anxiety over past or future events. With my support, we will fill your toolbox with skills to reach your full potential, overcome obstacles, and live the life that you want!
I believe that every individual is capable of change. I understand that change can be scary and it takes courage to make the first step in asking for help. I believe building rapport and being met with compassion is essential to creating a healing environment to empower you to be the best you. Sometimes we get held back by maladaptive behavioral or thought patterns, we feel overwhelmed with distressing thoughts and emotions, or we experience constant worry/anxiety over past or future events. With my support, we will fill your toolbox with skills to reach your full potential, overcome obstacles, and live the life that you want!
I am interested in helping clients with a range of concerns from those wanting a space to process their thoughts and emotions to those suffering from extensive trauma. Perhaps your mind has been filled with anxious thoughts that keep you up at night or you have been losing interest in the things that used to motivate and excite you. Maybe you feel trapped in the past and find yourself triggered at inconvenient times. If you are looking for a safe space to process your feelings and are hoping to change the way you think and feel, you are looking in the right place!
I am interested in helping clients with a range of concerns from those wanting a space to process their thoughts and emotions to those suffering from extensive trauma. Perhaps your mind has been filled with anxious thoughts that keep you up at night or you have been losing interest in the things that used to motivate and excite you. Maybe you feel trapped in the past and find yourself triggered at inconvenient times. If you are looking for a safe space to process your feelings and are hoping to change the way you think and feel, you are looking in the right place!
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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.