Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Auburn, ME
I am a mental health counseling professional dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive, and client-centered care. I have a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Southern Maine. An immigrant myself of 12 years to the United States, I'm originally from Ecuador. I'm able to provide teletherapy in English and/or Spanish.
My style is integrative. I am dedicated to seeing the person holistically and not only as symptoms or as a diagnosis.
I am a mental health counseling professional dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive, and client-centered care. I have a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Southern Maine. An immigrant myself of 12 years to the United States, I'm originally from Ecuador. I'm able to provide teletherapy in English and/or Spanish.
My style is integrative. I am dedicated to seeing the person holistically and not only as symptoms or as a diagnosis.
Thank you for your interest in learning about my practice. Are you feeling stuck in life's ruts and unsure of a way out? Together, we will build a safe partnership and work toward a greater sense of clarity and balance. I will strive to better understand how your challenges and conflicts interfere with your daily functioning. Using my person-centered approach, I will help you explore, rediscover your strengths, resources and goals and how th can be channeled to help you feel more in control and confident.
Thank you for your interest in learning about my practice. Are you feeling stuck in life's ruts and unsure of a way out? Together, we will build a safe partnership and work toward a greater sense of clarity and balance. I will strive to better understand how your challenges and conflicts interfere with your daily functioning. Using my person-centered approach, I will help you explore, rediscover your strengths, resources and goals and how th can be channeled to help you feel more in control and confident.
Currently accepting new clients. Accepting Mainecare and Medicare. Therapy doesn’t have to be a drag, and therapists aren’t all cut from the same cloth. If you’re wondering whether this could actually help you build a richer, more fulfilling life, you’re in good company.
The key is finding someone you can relate to, be yourself around, and even share a laugh with—laughter is still great medicine. Alongside practical ways to bring mindfulness into a busy life, I use evidence-based treatments tailored strictly to your goals.
Currently accepting new clients. Accepting Mainecare and Medicare. Therapy doesn’t have to be a drag, and therapists aren’t all cut from the same cloth. If you’re wondering whether this could actually help you build a richer, more fulfilling life, you’re in good company.
The key is finding someone you can relate to, be yourself around, and even share a laugh with—laughter is still great medicine. Alongside practical ways to bring mindfulness into a busy life, I use evidence-based treatments tailored strictly to your goals.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Are you struggling with indecision regarding your life's purpose or your next steps? Many individuals experience anxiety concerning relationships, social skills, or setting healthy boundaries. It can be difficult to find objective guidance when it feels like others may have their own agendas.
Working with a therapist can help you find your own best answers and navigate your path forward. If these concerns are impacting your well-being, please reach out to get support. We have immediate openings.
Are you struggling with indecision regarding your life's purpose or your next steps? Many individuals experience anxiety concerning relationships, social skills, or setting healthy boundaries. It can be difficult to find objective guidance when it feels like others may have their own agendas.
Working with a therapist can help you find your own best answers and navigate your path forward. If these concerns are impacting your well-being, please reach out to get support. We have immediate openings.
Actively Accepting New Patients! 07/21/25:
At Twin Suns Therapy, we offer practical, compassionate support for people looking to make meaningful changes in their lives. We provide online therapy across Maine and specialize in treating individuals dealing with a range of challenges, including Borderline Personality disorder, substance abuse, teen issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and emotion regulation. Our goal is to create a space where you can feel safe, supported, and understood—without judgment.
Actively Accepting New Patients! 07/21/25:
At Twin Suns Therapy, we offer practical, compassionate support for people looking to make meaningful changes in their lives. We provide online therapy across Maine and specialize in treating individuals dealing with a range of challenges, including Borderline Personality disorder, substance abuse, teen issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and emotion regulation. Our goal is to create a space where you can feel safe, supported, and understood—without judgment.
I’m a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health. I trained at Goddard College, earned my doctorate in public health from Tulane University, and am licensed to practice in both Maine and Vermont. I work with individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. My approach is grounded in an existential perspective, which means I help clients explore questions of meaning, identity, connection, and how their environments shape their wellbeing. My goal is to offer a thoughtful, supportive space where clients can reflect, heal, and make meaningful change.
I’m a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health. I trained at Goddard College, earned my doctorate in public health from Tulane University, and am licensed to practice in both Maine and Vermont. I work with individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. My approach is grounded in an existential perspective, which means I help clients explore questions of meaning, identity, connection, and how their environments shape their wellbeing. My goal is to offer a thoughtful, supportive space where clients can reflect, heal, and make meaningful change.
Michael Scheib
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT, MS Ed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My practice (Twin Suns Therapy) is accepting patients, but I have a waitlist 9/2/25
Hello! I am glad you have taken a step to better your mental health! I am primarily working with Adults at this time, but will work with children 14+. I use goal-oriented therapy that involves the individual in every step of the process. The modalities of therapy I use, are evidence-based (CBT, ACT, DBT, etc.), which aim to decrease interfering thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as well as increase happiness and success in life. We will work together holistically to ensure we are addressing all aspects of your life that could affect mental health!
My practice (Twin Suns Therapy) is accepting patients, but I have a waitlist 9/2/25
Hello! I am glad you have taken a step to better your mental health! I am primarily working with Adults at this time, but will work with children 14+. I use goal-oriented therapy that involves the individual in every step of the process. The modalities of therapy I use, are evidence-based (CBT, ACT, DBT, etc.), which aim to decrease interfering thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as well as increase happiness and success in life. We will work together holistically to ensure we are addressing all aspects of your life that could affect mental health!
My name is Mary Beth Walters and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults from a strengths-based, person-in-environment perspective meaning I value you and the journey that brought you here today and I'm honored to join you on your path.
My name is Mary Beth Walters and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults from a strengths-based, person-in-environment perspective meaning I value you and the journey that brought you here today and I'm honored to join you on your path.
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I mainly work with adults however, I am open to working with adolescents. I find myself using person centered therapy which involves meeting individuals where they are at. The client is in the driver's seat so to speak. I also use Internal Family Systems therapy which involves looking at how family factors and relationships are connected to presenting issues the client may be struggling with. I have found family factors to be very relevant in a lot of cases. I use trauma focused therapy to help individuals learn how to process past and present trauma. I collaborate with the client to feel out what pace is the best approach.
Hello,
I mainly work with adults however, I am open to working with adolescents. I find myself using person centered therapy which involves meeting individuals where they are at. The client is in the driver's seat so to speak. I also use Internal Family Systems therapy which involves looking at how family factors and relationships are connected to presenting issues the client may be struggling with. I have found family factors to be very relevant in a lot of cases. I use trauma focused therapy to help individuals learn how to process past and present trauma. I collaborate with the client to feel out what pace is the best approach.
Having difficulty with relationships, getting through difficult times or struggling to get through your day to day anxieties? I am here to help. Hi, my name is Lori and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I, too, have had my journey of ups and downs with the help of professionals along the way. Sometimes we may just need a place to be heard. Or a caring and understanding person to confide in to work out your troubles. My approach is eclectic, direct, caring and provides a safe and open space for you to open up and process what's on your mind.
Having difficulty with relationships, getting through difficult times or struggling to get through your day to day anxieties? I am here to help. Hi, my name is Lori and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I, too, have had my journey of ups and downs with the help of professionals along the way. Sometimes we may just need a place to be heard. Or a caring and understanding person to confide in to work out your troubles. My approach is eclectic, direct, caring and provides a safe and open space for you to open up and process what's on your mind.
In my calm, safe office, I am currently offering HIPAA secure Online video sessions using a HIPPA-compliant secure platform, in-person meetings or phone consultations. My 30 years of clinical experience have taught me about the courage those facing complex life difficulties bring to psychotherapy. Adults, children and adolescents are given help finding solutions. Mindfulness techniques which I have discovered the value of through a 25+ year meditation practice are also of benefit to clients who are looking to make life changes. CDC guidelines are followed in the office.
In my calm, safe office, I am currently offering HIPAA secure Online video sessions using a HIPPA-compliant secure platform, in-person meetings or phone consultations. My 30 years of clinical experience have taught me about the courage those facing complex life difficulties bring to psychotherapy. Adults, children and adolescents are given help finding solutions. Mindfulness techniques which I have discovered the value of through a 25+ year meditation practice are also of benefit to clients who are looking to make life changes. CDC guidelines are followed in the office.
Are you experiencing conflict with your teen? With other family members? Are you feeling misunderstood, unheard, or unappreciated in your relationships? I enjoy helping families and young individuals improve communication, understand each another, and resolve conflict effectively. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I use a collaborative (yes..you'll have to work hard, too!) approach to help my clients improve their relationship quality with others and improve the relationship they have with themselves.
Are you experiencing conflict with your teen? With other family members? Are you feeling misunderstood, unheard, or unappreciated in your relationships? I enjoy helping families and young individuals improve communication, understand each another, and resolve conflict effectively. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I use a collaborative (yes..you'll have to work hard, too!) approach to help my clients improve their relationship quality with others and improve the relationship they have with themselves.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being and personal growth. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and healing, where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe, non-judgmental environment. It's a collaborative process that empowers you to navigate life's challenges, uncover your inner strengths, and foster resilience.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being and personal growth. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and healing, where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe, non-judgmental environment. It's a collaborative process that empowers you to navigate life's challenges, uncover your inner strengths, and foster resilience.
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We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
If you find yourself struggling to communicate, feeling misunderstood by those around you, or invalidated by the world, I create a space that is emotionally safe, validating, and holds opportunity for change. Nothing is static; everything is always changing, even when it doesn’t feel like it. I believe strongly that we are all doing the best we can but that with the right support, we can learn to do and feel better. Together, we can find strategies to safely cope with and soothe difficult emotions, while reducing patterns that may make life more painful or keep you feeling stuck.
If you find yourself struggling to communicate, feeling misunderstood by those around you, or invalidated by the world, I create a space that is emotionally safe, validating, and holds opportunity for change. Nothing is static; everything is always changing, even when it doesn’t feel like it. I believe strongly that we are all doing the best we can but that with the right support, we can learn to do and feel better. Together, we can find strategies to safely cope with and soothe difficult emotions, while reducing patterns that may make life more painful or keep you feeling stuck.
In an ever-changing landscape of tension and unprecedented levels of stress, people just want to be heard and try to make some sense of the world around them.
In an ever-changing landscape of tension and unprecedented levels of stress, people just want to be heard and try to make some sense of the world around them.
In a time when there are so many potential threats, how do we learn to feel safe enough? How do we not only cope but have meaningful experiences in this chaotic world? My values as a therapist are not to deny the trying times we are in, but to create a space for authenticity, play, rest, and connection. Our goal together is to explore the interiors of the mind and body in order to be aware of the ways we can close off from ourselves and others, in order to create a more free and authentic future. I take an integrative approach, blending my background in psychodynamic and somatic modalities.
In a time when there are so many potential threats, how do we learn to feel safe enough? How do we not only cope but have meaningful experiences in this chaotic world? My values as a therapist are not to deny the trying times we are in, but to create a space for authenticity, play, rest, and connection. Our goal together is to explore the interiors of the mind and body in order to be aware of the ways we can close off from ourselves and others, in order to create a more free and authentic future. I take an integrative approach, blending my background in psychodynamic and somatic modalities.
We are living through a collective trauma. This rapidly shifting sociopolitical environment raises existential concerns, challenges security, and calls priorities into question.
We are living through a collective trauma. This rapidly shifting sociopolitical environment raises existential concerns, challenges security, and calls priorities into question.
Since 2003, I have dedicated my career to working with children, teens, young adults, and families, and I have been providing individualized and family mental health counseling since 2018. My practice is deeply rooted in building safe, collaborative, and authentic relationships—ensuring that you feel heard, valued, and supported every step of the way.
Since 2003, I have dedicated my career to working with children, teens, young adults, and families, and I have been providing individualized and family mental health counseling since 2018. My practice is deeply rooted in building safe, collaborative, and authentic relationships—ensuring that you feel heard, valued, and supported every step of the way.
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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.