Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Wichita, KS
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Open Doors Counseling and Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You're tired of feeling stuck, unsure why the same patterns keep showing up. Rage. Anxiety.
Suicidal
thinking. Disconnected relationships. You're unsure why your past, and trauma continue cycling through your life. With over 20 years' experience in the field, I welcome the opportunity to assist you in OPENing DOORS to your personal healing. Now offering EMDR to assist in healing from traumatic experiences. Call or text to schedule a free 15 min consultation.
Waitlist for new clients
Tara Lancelot
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Tara has focused her practice on working with anxiety, depression, survivors of
suicide
, attachment injury, and familial patterns.
Tara works as a therapist to service individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. She earned her Master’s degree from Friends University in Marriage and Family Therapy. She began her career working at South Central Mental Health in Andover, KS, before transitioning into private practice in 2013.
Sarah Post
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
These difficulties may cause feelings of depression and anxiety, relationship conflict,
suicidal
thoughts, or self harm.
When human beings experience severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. It can be easy for emotions to feel out of control. My passion is bringing healing to people who have been through stressful and traumatic experiences. I help adults and adolescents find peace and acceptance while making necessary changes to improve quality of life. No single approach is the right fit for everyone, and so I have trained in a range of modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Exposure Therapy.
Shawnta Smith(Tae) Smith
LMSW, QMHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Shawnta earned her Bachelor of Social work from Wichita State University & her Master of Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University. For more than 10 years she has worked with individuals from various backgrounds & in various settings including schools, long term care, acute inpatient geriatric psychiatric care, middle aged adults, & adolescents. Shawnta has received training in Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, & Motivational Interviewing. She is the founder of The A.R.T. Project, LLC which is geared towards
suicide
prevention & mental health awareness with the use of self-created art & therapy.
Todd Hawkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, BFA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Desperate, don’t know where to go. Thinking about
suicide
or harming yourself? Maybe it seems like no one will actually hear what you have to say about your pain. Maybe you’re tired of being judged? Todd Hawkins can provide you with a safe place to talk about your wounds, your emptiness, your struggles, your fears, all without judgment. For Todd, understanding where you’re coming from is the most important aspect to therapy.
Not accepting new clients
Mary B Chapman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified
Verified
I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, for people who struggle with mood regulation, impulsivity, self-harming and
suicidal ideation
.
Feeling overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, or anxious? Do you want to get better, but wonder if you can and where to start? It's hard when you feel like a situation has become more than you can handle, or what you have been doing to cope isn't working anymore. You are not alone and I'm here to help. Our work together can help you improve your relationships, gain new perspectives, feel better about yourself, develop healthier coping, and stabilize your mood. One of my greatest joys is witnessing growth and change. I provide a safe and confidential space, and I would be honored to collaborate with you to help you meet your personal goals.
Valerie Kreger, LCMFT, LCAC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LCAC
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, for those that might struggle with self-harming and
suicidal
thoughts.
Everyone can use someone to talk to once in a while. I would love the opportunity to collaborate with you in finding a way to solve what's troubling you and keeping you from a fuller life. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, relational issues, substance abuse, trauma as well as many other life issues. My down-to-earth approach and humor have been vital in the success of my clients. I am an EMDRIA approved EMDR therapist, which helps clients that feel "stuck" with a certain trauma emotions/phobias to move forward.
Not accepting new clients
Lyndee Trease
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Whether you're working through depression,
suicidal
thinking, anxiety or conflict, allow me to help you in your journey toward wellness.
Lyndee sees individuals, couples, and families ages 12 and up.
Cathleen Ramirez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified
Verified
Whatever road you are walking, help is available. My therapeutic focus is on the difficulties of life; Stress, anxiety, trauma, victims of crime and domestic violence, childhood trauma in adults, divorce,
suicide
death of a family member, grief after a death, hospice, end of life issues, traumatic brain injury, struggles with identity and goal setting.
Kate Cunningham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am trained in couples communication, Prepare Enrich, trauma-informed care,
suicide
intervention and risk/safety assessment, sandtray therapy, and various other modalities.
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change... - Carl Rogers.
Regina Hafner-Stout
LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Regina is a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience in assessing, diagnosing, and engagement in patient centered treatment planning. Regina is familiar with treatment modalities in suicidality for achievement of recovery goals within the least restrictive setting. Regina utilizes a strengths and solution-focused approach to support adults in improving their lives. Regina works within a collaborative team to ensure quality care and overall well-being through ANew Mental Health.
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Meghan Iacuzzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am aware many aspects of life can easily become overwhelming and difficult to manage alone. It's normal. Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. experience a mental illness during their lifetime.
Emily Lynn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Life comes in frustrating waves that are difficult to overcome alone at times, leaving you feeling alone and vulnerable. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, lost, or confused on what to do next in this journey we call life.
Waitlist for new clients
Carrie D Couture
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RPT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a Licensed Clinical Specialist Social Worker, Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy Certified Practitioner, and Registered Play Therapist my training enables me to treat trauma, depression, anxiety and variety of other clinical issues. Honoring each person's unique perspective, I work with clients to help guide them as they learn to manage difficult feelings, enhance their ability to cope with stress, change destructive patterns, grieve loss of all kinds, adjust to life transitions, and find a renewed sense of hope in their lives.
Shawna Latimer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Daytime availability. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe space for my clients. My idea of therapy is to join my clients where they are and walk along with them and help find the path they are searching for. Change in our lives is a process but growth and healing can occur. I enjoy working with all people through all situations and will work at your pace.
Rebecca Ramm
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
“Emotional pain is not something that should be hidden away and never spoken about. There is truth in your pain, there is growth in your pain, but only if it’s first brought out into the open.” — Steven Aitchisons.
The Transition House
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMAC(T), NP
Verified
Verified
The Transition House of Kansas, Inc. is a comprehensive, full-spectrum community health center, licensed by the State of Kansas Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, that provides in-office and tele-health psychiatric care, individualized mental health and substance use counseling to meet your recovery needs. We take a holistic approach to help empower you to lead a more successful and productive life. We offer medication management, mental health and substance use evaluations and people of all ages.
Shelby Batt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a LSCSW (Licensed Clinical Master Social Worker), my clinical training enables me to treat a variety of clinical issues such as, but not limited to; anxiety, depression, child behavioral problems, anger, trauma, ADHD as well as relational issues involving couples and families. Honoring each person's unique perspective, I seek to help children, adolescents, adults, couples and families work through difficult feelings, enhance their ability to cope with stress, change destructive patterns, adjust to change, and find a renewed sense of belonging in life, work, and relationships.
Maggie B Hatfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, ACHT
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
It's hard to go through something and feel like you can't talk about it. It is not a requirement for things to be so difficult and to struggle in silence. Maggie is passionate about helping people through their struggle to obtain peace, acceptance and understanding. She utilizes past events to provide profound growth and healing, thereby highlighting your individual strengths. Using multiple methods, Maggie tailors to your pace and learning style. We can't change what has happened, but we can help with right now.
Samantha Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RPT
Verified
Verified
Is your adolescent or teen struggling? Have you ever felt frustrated and unsure about how to help your child address the challenges and stresses of his or her life while managing your own? You are not alone. I would like to help you and your child through these challenging times and give you the support you need to live your best lives. It can be frightening to make a change or ask for help. When you are ready, we can begin the process together.
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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.