Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Birmingham, MI
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Anthony Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The decision to begin seeking therapy can be a challenging one. It's not always easy, the idea of opening yourself up to a new person in such a vulnerable way, so kudo's for even being on this website right now. I encourage all potential clients to reach out to have that initial conversation. Finding the right therapist can be a bit of a process and the only way to start figuring out if someone might be a good fit is to have a chat. And if it's not, that's totally okay, let's find you someone who is. Everyone deserves to have the best support possible.

Suanne Zager, LMSW, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have found that people tend to seek therapy when they are experiencing some kind of stressful situation in their life. You may have found that you keep repeating bad patterns or that you feel stuck in your relationships or your job and you don't know what to do to get unstuck. We all need to find someone we can feel safe sharing our deepest concerns with and we want to feel understood. Whether the work is brief, or more long-term, I am passionate about helping you to develop behavior changes that will lead to healing and eventually to you fulfilling your potential.

Brian N. Jones
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
One of the most rewarding and beautiful things to witness is someone pushing beyond his or her barriers and experiencing life and the world in new ways. It's my belief that one of the ways this can be accomplished is in an atmosphere where we can feel safe, respected, and listened to while we tell our story. I strive to provide this type of environment for each client.

Sollars and Associates
Psychologist, PhD, License, Psychol
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
WE OFFER TELE-THERAPY - BOTH VIDEO AND TELEPHONE-BASED. Understanding and insight are key to growth and change. Some journeys are brief, others take more time. We are a group of Metro Detroit licensed psychotherapists who share a passion for helping others in their journey toward personal growth and change. Under the clinical direction of Franklin Sollars, PhD, LP, our therapists offer caring and confidential treatment for a variety of issues and concerns in 16 locations. We offer treatment to children, adolescents, adults and elders. We work together with clients to bring about healing, behavior change, and new perspectives.

Elizabeth Robbins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My role as a psychologist is to help people solve problems that are interfering with their daily lives. Through counseling, I help you assess your strengths and develop your optimal potential. I help you clarify your current problems and then discover ways to best cope with them. And I assist you in changing self-defeating behaviors and making positive choices. In addition, mindfulness based stress reduction is a great tool for people who are feeling overwhelmed.

Paula Christian Kliger
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified
Verified
We surround each person on a continuous basis, responsive to their ever evolving needs. Psych Assets leads the way by investing each day in life’s most important asset: PEOPLE. We believe in the power of the human mind to transform viewpoints and vision into new insights, attitudes, and behaviors. We believe that doing ‘what is right’ and ‘what is fair’ may feel hard at times but these are the ideals we follow with each connecting encounter. We value all human life, and in doing so we believe in the richness of cultures, human diversity and inclusion. We believe that transformation and change are always possible.

Deb Sheldon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
You do not have to be alone with troubling thoughts or feelings that keep you from being your best. I am experienced, easy to talk with, and willing to help you find solutions and regain your personal resilience. In a non-judgmental, safe space we can work together to unpack the experiences that are getting in the way of your feeling grounded and secure. Focusing on your strengths, we will reflect on the past and present, while keeping an eye to your future self.

Michelle C Hubert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
The more you understand yourself and your patterns of behavior the better you can make positive change. Do you have marital issues that you are struggling with and need an honest objective opinion? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety and can’t seem to get out of the cycle? Many times it is another set of ears that is needed to help bring objectivity and clarity to an issue of life's crossroads. I also enjoy helping people understand why they keep repeating negative patterns and behaviors. Therapy can be very positive and inspire you to make changes.

Sydney Reiter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified
Verified
Finding the best individual and marriage therapist for you can seem daunting. Talking to us, asking questions, paying attention to your feelings and intuition, all help. My 30 years experience as a compassionate, well-trained psychotherapist give me the background and skills to support you in achieving your goals, which might include: resolving immediate symptoms; recognizing and appreciating core strengths; developing deeper self awareness and acceptance; and learning the skills of empowered, effective communication. I am experienced in working with the newer spiritual growth paradigms, as in the work of Eckhart Tolle.

Chris Brady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Life can be difficult, but I believe that with the aid of therapy people can obtain a deeper understanding of themselves, and find ways to overcome their obstacles. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and have experience with treating mood and personality disorders, anxiety, behavioral problems, relationship/marital conflicts, and parental/family issues. I believe every person is unique, therefore I utilize a variety of treatment approaches, including- Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Family Systems.

Cally Kantarian
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, MLP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
EVERY human deserves a place in which they can feel safe, un-judged, and respected. Within that safety comes true growth, understanding, realization and acceptance for yourself and your story. I hope to walk with you on your personal journey in finding the grace and compassion to find your authentic self.
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Haley Sztykiel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical social worker, providing individual therapy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I use an empathic, client-centered focus to help each individual work to make positive life changes. My areas of interest include working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma related issues, and life transitions. I strive to help each individual client find the power within, in order to become the best version of themselves.

Valerie Luxon
Psychologist, PsyD, CEDS-S
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you ready to make sustainable life changes? Do you want to change your relationship with food and your body? Are you in need of changing your critical internal voice? Can you imagine a life free of judgement and fear? What will you spend your time, energy and focus on once free of self-destructive, critical, and demeaning self-talk and behaviors? While it can feel impossible to imagine a life without these behaviors it is possible. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist I utilize DBT, CBT and ACT philosophies to help you create change.

Katie Neubert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Treating patients (adolescents, teens, and adults) suffering from symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, aggression, mood dysregulation, trauma, behavioral difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Treatment is provided to patients and their families who are seeking improvement in their daily functioning, including work, school, relationships, and family dynamics. Patients are the experts on themselves, and should be willing and able to actively participate in the therapeutic process, which may include the exploration and practice of alternative coping skills.

Michael Stein
Limited Licensed Psychologist, Mike Stein, MA, LLP
Verified
Verified
I have been practicing for 19 years, working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and families with a variety of mental health issues. These include issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, loss, trauma, and other mental health issues that interfere with daily functioning and enjoyment.
Dr. Mira Cely
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
Dr. Cely is a Fully Licensed Psychologist who holds a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Detroit Mercy. Her clinical interests include anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma, adjustment and identity related issues, relationship difficulties, parent management, women’s issues, family planning difficulties, LGBTQIA+, diversity issues, and crisis intervention.

Pamela H. Minelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Client needs are my FIRST priority. I am a specialist in evidence-based treatments (EBT), which radically improves my client's success rates, increases effectiveness of treatment, and gets results quickly. The majority of my client's report improvements, within the first session: life-functioning (work- home-school-relationships) and report immediate reduction in symptoms. Reducing anxiety/panic, decreasing depression, developing stronger coping strategies to stress and balancing mood dysregulation are my specialty, as symptoms can result from adjustment challenges to sudden life changes: parenthood/divorce/grief/college. We collaborate on thinking traps, tracking triggers, modifying behavior, successful coping skills and strengthening resiliency.

Kaitlin Anne Bronstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Master's level clinical social worker, providing one-on-therapy who has experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I use a client-centered focus to help each person build self-esteem and feel important. My areas of interest include individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and need support in their peer relationships.

Aspen Behavioral Health, PC
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
What do patients say about Eric Pihlgren, PhD, owner of Aspen Behavioral Health, PC? Here are some comments from online reviews: "Very dedicated and thorough. Effectively teaches the methods of DBT"..."He made me feel comfortable and knew so much about the issues I needed help with...best Psychologist in Oakland County!!!"..."He's really good at what he does." Dr. Pihlgren is a fully-licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in the treatment of adolescents and adults with moderate to severe psychological disorders. Through his extensive educational, training and work experience, Dr. Pihlgren is uniquely qualified to provide psychotherapy to treat a broad range of problems.

Rochelle Anixt Gold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, MA
Verified
Verified
Shall we talk about the issues you face? You may not be sure how to deal with them on your own. We could talk them through and consider the best solutions that would ease your mind by removing worrisome thoughts. Learning how to resolve some of these issues with people you relate to all the time will increase their understanding of you.
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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.