Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
Offering help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, stress and burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.
Offering help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, stress and burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.
I was a high school teacher for 4 years, I partner with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and I was a counselor for Crisis Text Line.
ATTENTION PARENTS WHOSE CHILD IS STRUGGLING WITH DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, OR INTERPERSONAL ISSUES (AT SCHOOL OR AT HOME): You have a teenager who needs someone to talk to, but you aren’t sure who they will feel comfortable with. When your child shares their challenging experiences, you want someone who can RELATE. You’re looking for someone who has lived what your child is facing, and who MADE IT THROUGH. Someone who has a shared understanding of the struggles of being a teen, someone who can provide support and empathy, and someone who has already learned to manage and conquer what your adolescent is feeling.
I was a high school teacher for 4 years, I partner with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and I was a counselor for Crisis Text Line.
ATTENTION PARENTS WHOSE CHILD IS STRUGGLING WITH DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, OR INTERPERSONAL ISSUES (AT SCHOOL OR AT HOME): You have a teenager who needs someone to talk to, but you aren’t sure who they will feel comfortable with. When your child shares their challenging experiences, you want someone who can RELATE. You’re looking for someone who has lived what your child is facing, and who MADE IT THROUGH. Someone who has a shared understanding of the struggles of being a teen, someone who can provide support and empathy, and someone who has already learned to manage and conquer what your adolescent is feeling.
I am dedicated to providing psychotherapy services to Black and Brown men and Veterans. As a Black veteran myself, I deeply understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by these populations and I am committed to offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. I understand the complexities of identity, racism, and societal pressures that contribute to mental health challenges within these communities. I have developed a deep understanding of the specific struggles faced by Veterans, such as PTSD, transition difficulties, and reintegration challenges.
I am dedicated to providing psychotherapy services to Black and Brown men and Veterans. As a Black veteran myself, I deeply understand the unique challenges and experiences faced by these populations and I am committed to offering a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. I understand the complexities of identity, racism, and societal pressures that contribute to mental health challenges within these communities. I have developed a deep understanding of the specific struggles faced by Veterans, such as PTSD, transition difficulties, and reintegration challenges.
I view therapy as a journey to reconcile the story that we write for our life with the reality that exists. This inevitable disparity is where most of our tension in life exists. This may include grieving a loss of some kind or learning how to accept what we can actually control in life. My specialty is clinical addiction treatment, but my diverse experience in university counseling, community mental health, and college teaching allow me to offer unique expertise in a variety of areas. No matter how lost you feel, you can find find your true self again in treatment at Dobson Counseling Inc.
I view therapy as a journey to reconcile the story that we write for our life with the reality that exists. This inevitable disparity is where most of our tension in life exists. This may include grieving a loss of some kind or learning how to accept what we can actually control in life. My specialty is clinical addiction treatment, but my diverse experience in university counseling, community mental health, and college teaching allow me to offer unique expertise in a variety of areas. No matter how lost you feel, you can find find your true self again in treatment at Dobson Counseling Inc.
I’m passionate about helping adults navigate life’s most challenging emotional experiences. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative, and welcoming space where you can be open, explore what’s holding you back, and build the skills you need to move forward.
I work with adults navigating intense emotions, borderline personality disorder, PTSD/complex PTSD, and the pain that can come with those experiences. I’m a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician. I use a range of evidence-based approaches—including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), DBT for complex PTSD, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure.
I’m passionate about helping adults navigate life’s most challenging emotional experiences. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative, and welcoming space where you can be open, explore what’s holding you back, and build the skills you need to move forward.
I work with adults navigating intense emotions, borderline personality disorder, PTSD/complex PTSD, and the pain that can come with those experiences. I’m a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician. I use a range of evidence-based approaches—including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), DBT for complex PTSD, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure.
Healing is hard. It takes time and has its ups and downs; healing is not linear. I am here to be with you through all of those times and help guide you through change. I specialize in young adults and adolescents. I enjoy helping my clients untangle their thoughts and recognize intense emotions. Transitions aren't easy at any age, and I'm here to help with that!
Healing is hard. It takes time and has its ups and downs; healing is not linear. I am here to be with you through all of those times and help guide you through change. I specialize in young adults and adolescents. I enjoy helping my clients untangle their thoughts and recognize intense emotions. Transitions aren't easy at any age, and I'm here to help with that!
I have five years of clinical experience working with clients with differing mental health difficulties from trauma, suicidal ideation, crisis management, life transitions, and more.
In the first session together, clients can expect a brief introduction to begin building therapeutic rapport and start discussing goals for therapy in future sessions. We will review material from the intake paperwork and discuss any further areas of life relevant to the client's unique presenting concerns.
I have five years of clinical experience working with clients with differing mental health difficulties from trauma, suicidal ideation, crisis management, life transitions, and more.
In the first session together, clients can expect a brief introduction to begin building therapeutic rapport and start discussing goals for therapy in future sessions. We will review material from the intake paperwork and discuss any further areas of life relevant to the client's unique presenting concerns.
I provide trauma-informed treatment for individuals who have experienced cumulative trauma through childhood and adulthood. Our sessions can be a place to navigate depression, anxiety, fears and worries, relationship struggles, identity, life transitions, and more. For many of us, we are trying to process a variety of past and current stressors; our time together can be used to practice resetting the nervous system. With a focus on understanding the impact of trauma and personal experiences, I can help you gain a better sense of identity and compassion for self. I value creating a safe environment where you feel seen and accepted.
I provide trauma-informed treatment for individuals who have experienced cumulative trauma through childhood and adulthood. Our sessions can be a place to navigate depression, anxiety, fears and worries, relationship struggles, identity, life transitions, and more. For many of us, we are trying to process a variety of past and current stressors; our time together can be used to practice resetting the nervous system. With a focus on understanding the impact of trauma and personal experiences, I can help you gain a better sense of identity and compassion for self. I value creating a safe environment where you feel seen and accepted.
Trauma and PTSD can affect every part of life, including anxiety, depression, dissociation, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.
Are you asking yourself, "Why can't I get past this?" or thinking, "I want the pain to stop and get my life back." You may be struggling with trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD (CPTSD), childhood trauma, nightmares, anxiety, shame, or feeling like what happened was your fault. Perhaps you feel alone and wonder if anyone could truly understand. If you feel stuck reliving the worst moments of your life, trauma therapy can help you heal. You deserve to feel safe, worthy, and genuinely happy again.
Trauma and PTSD can affect every part of life, including anxiety, depression, dissociation, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.
Are you asking yourself, "Why can't I get past this?" or thinking, "I want the pain to stop and get my life back." You may be struggling with trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD (CPTSD), childhood trauma, nightmares, anxiety, shame, or feeling like what happened was your fault. Perhaps you feel alone and wonder if anyone could truly understand. If you feel stuck reliving the worst moments of your life, trauma therapy can help you heal. You deserve to feel safe, worthy, and genuinely happy again.
One Sensible Solution offers office based and virtual therapy. All therapists through One Sensible Solution are masters level and vary in backgrounds and specialties. We have three locations in the Indianapolis area. We are confident we can match you with a therapist to meet your specific needs and help you and your family have a fulfilling life.
One Sensible Solution offers office based and virtual therapy. All therapists through One Sensible Solution are masters level and vary in backgrounds and specialties. We have three locations in the Indianapolis area. We are confident we can match you with a therapist to meet your specific needs and help you and your family have a fulfilling life.
Seriously, there is nothing wrong with you! What you perceive as overreaction and self-destruction is your psyche trying to tell you something; they are misguided attempts to protect you from more pain. You have within you what you need to heal. My work is focused on helping people with trauma including CPTSD, disassociation and people with transgender identities. If you are working on understanding yourself and your identity, working through childhood trauma, or searching for relief from anxiety and depression, let's take this journey together!
Seriously, there is nothing wrong with you! What you perceive as overreaction and self-destruction is your psyche trying to tell you something; they are misguided attempts to protect you from more pain. You have within you what you need to heal. My work is focused on helping people with trauma including CPTSD, disassociation and people with transgender identities. If you are working on understanding yourself and your identity, working through childhood trauma, or searching for relief from anxiety and depression, let's take this journey together!
Are you fighting and in survival mode, living what you feel is a mundane life, or feeling a deeper sense of depression and sadness that keeps you from being fully present. Do you sense there is more to who you are and how you want to walk through life? Searching for clarity or support to get there? I specialize in helping you navigate trauma, anxiety, identity questions, or a major life transition. Many carry wounds we have never fully spoken out loud. Some of us are highly functioning on the outside and quietly struggling on the inside. What we share is a willingness to do real work and a readiness to be the architect of your life.
Are you fighting and in survival mode, living what you feel is a mundane life, or feeling a deeper sense of depression and sadness that keeps you from being fully present. Do you sense there is more to who you are and how you want to walk through life? Searching for clarity or support to get there? I specialize in helping you navigate trauma, anxiety, identity questions, or a major life transition. Many carry wounds we have never fully spoken out loud. Some of us are highly functioning on the outside and quietly struggling on the inside. What we share is a willingness to do real work and a readiness to be the architect of your life.
NOT accepting NEW clients! Feeling disconnected from yourself or those closest to you? Not sure why? Are you ready to get more out of life, sex, and relationships? I’m here to help you do just that. Let’s unpack what’s not working for you, while also identifying and building on your strengths. Together, we’ll guide you towards new ways of thinking, feeling, and acting that align with your true self. I specialize in helping thoughtful, self-aware individuals like you discover your path to pleasure, agency, and love, leading to sincere and fulfilling connections.
NOT accepting NEW clients! Feeling disconnected from yourself or those closest to you? Not sure why? Are you ready to get more out of life, sex, and relationships? I’m here to help you do just that. Let’s unpack what’s not working for you, while also identifying and building on your strengths. Together, we’ll guide you towards new ways of thinking, feeling, and acting that align with your true self. I specialize in helping thoughtful, self-aware individuals like you discover your path to pleasure, agency, and love, leading to sincere and fulfilling connections.
My ideal client is a high-achieving individual who has faced significant challenges or setbacks, often stemming from past trauma or systemic barriers. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, or feelings of overwhelm as they navigate demanding professional and personal environments. These individuals are driven by a deep desire to not only achieve external success - whether advancing in their careers, building thriving businesses, or reaching financial milestones - but also to find inner peace and balance.They recognize the importance of investing in their well-being to unlock their full potential and live authentically.
My ideal client is a high-achieving individual who has faced significant challenges or setbacks, often stemming from past trauma or systemic barriers. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, or feelings of overwhelm as they navigate demanding professional and personal environments. These individuals are driven by a deep desire to not only achieve external success - whether advancing in their careers, building thriving businesses, or reaching financial milestones - but also to find inner peace and balance.They recognize the importance of investing in their well-being to unlock their full potential and live authentically.
I will be starting in person sessions on 6/6! Areas of focus: trauma (sexual, physical, mental/emotional, and religious), borderline personality disorder/traits, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, self-harming, building & setting boundaries in relationships, identity exploration, and adjustment to life changes. Our goals: improving use of health coping strategies, interpersonal/intrapersonal functioning, and improve your quality of life. I am LGBTQ+ affirming. I strive to be educated on social injustice and systemic issues to best assist my clients in navigating their life experiences with the goal of being anti-racist.
I will be starting in person sessions on 6/6! Areas of focus: trauma (sexual, physical, mental/emotional, and religious), borderline personality disorder/traits, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, self-harming, building & setting boundaries in relationships, identity exploration, and adjustment to life changes. Our goals: improving use of health coping strategies, interpersonal/intrapersonal functioning, and improve your quality of life. I am LGBTQ+ affirming. I strive to be educated on social injustice and systemic issues to best assist my clients in navigating their life experiences with the goal of being anti-racist.
Carlin Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
The mission of this practice is to work together to help best understand yourself, as well as the deconstruction of the systems around you that may be impacting you. I work specifically with the LGBTQIA+ population on navigating life changes and managing the stress of living in our late-stage capitalistic society. I also enjoy helping clients navigate past traumas and understand how these experiences continue to show up today.
The mission of this practice is to work together to help best understand yourself, as well as the deconstruction of the systems around you that may be impacting you. I work specifically with the LGBTQIA+ population on navigating life changes and managing the stress of living in our late-stage capitalistic society. I also enjoy helping clients navigate past traumas and understand how these experiences continue to show up today.
I am so excited to announce that I have added a new service to my practice.
I have developed a four-week program to teach you the skills and provide the support, structure, and accountability to make these changes. In four weeks, you will have the ability and foundational skills to challenge your negative belief systems, discontinue the use of maladaptive coping skills, and develop and implement new coping skills and a new belief system that will allow you to thrive in your environment and address any challenges you face in life with confidence.
This program is FSA/HSA eligible.
I am so excited to announce that I have added a new service to my practice.
I have developed a four-week program to teach you the skills and provide the support, structure, and accountability to make these changes. In four weeks, you will have the ability and foundational skills to challenge your negative belief systems, discontinue the use of maladaptive coping skills, and develop and implement new coping skills and a new belief system that will allow you to thrive in your environment and address any challenges you face in life with confidence.
This program is FSA/HSA eligible.
Does your anxiety make your day-to-day life difficult? Does your depression control your life and the decisions you make? Does your daily stress feel unbearable, and just need someone to talk to? If so, you came to the right place. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and help you on your healing journey, whether that is due to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or trauma. I understand how defeating this can feel, and I will be with you every step of the way!
Does your anxiety make your day-to-day life difficult? Does your depression control your life and the decisions you make? Does your daily stress feel unbearable, and just need someone to talk to? If so, you came to the right place. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and help you on your healing journey, whether that is due to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or trauma. I understand how defeating this can feel, and I will be with you every step of the way!
Have you been called sensitive? Experience the pain of poor body image or disordered eating? Use substances, shopping, scrolling or other behaviors to cope? Tend to isolate or withdraw from close relationships? Have trouble trusting others? Are afraid something may be deeply wrong with you? Often wonder who you really are? Maybe you have been to multiple therapists looking for answers but have yet to find yours. Or you've tried different medications and none of them seem to do the trick for very long. Perhaps the solutions previously offered are leaving you frustrated. If your answer is yes, come hang out with me for a while.
Have you been called sensitive? Experience the pain of poor body image or disordered eating? Use substances, shopping, scrolling or other behaviors to cope? Tend to isolate or withdraw from close relationships? Have trouble trusting others? Are afraid something may be deeply wrong with you? Often wonder who you really are? Maybe you have been to multiple therapists looking for answers but have yet to find yours. Or you've tried different medications and none of them seem to do the trick for very long. Perhaps the solutions previously offered are leaving you frustrated. If your answer is yes, come hang out with me for a while.
Are you someone who takes care of everyone else but yourself? If you constantly feel weighted down by deep-seated shame, self-doubt, and a relentless sense of inadequacy, I understand how isolating that can feel. With advanced credentials as a Shame Treatment Specialist, I am uniquely equipped to guide you in untangling the beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck.
Are you someone who takes care of everyone else but yourself? If you constantly feel weighted down by deep-seated shame, self-doubt, and a relentless sense of inadequacy, I understand how isolating that can feel. With advanced credentials as a Shame Treatment Specialist, I am uniquely equipped to guide you in untangling the beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck.
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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.