Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Clare, MI
Valerie Austin at Willow Oak Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clare, MI 48617
Val has been honored to serve parents, couples, children, and individuals for over a decade in clinical practice. Her work has been in treating families and children with emotional impairments, attachment-based work around maternal/paternal trauma, maternal depression, and anxiety, and/or other factors that impact relationships in pregnancy, infancy and early childhood, and working with people who need help anchoring to a life worth living that have engaged in self-harm or suicidal ideation. She uses a range of practice tools and knowledge that include active participation, mindfulness practice, and validation in heavy doses.
Val has been honored to serve parents, couples, children, and individuals for over a decade in clinical practice. Her work has been in treating families and children with emotional impairments, attachment-based work around maternal/paternal trauma, maternal depression, and anxiety, and/or other factors that impact relationships in pregnancy, infancy and early childhood, and working with people who need help anchoring to a life worth living that have engaged in self-harm or suicidal ideation. She uses a range of practice tools and knowledge that include active participation, mindfulness practice, and validation in heavy doses.
Kellie Vincent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Clare, MI 48617 (Online Only)
This has looked like: career counseling, college success planning, thoughts of suicide, etc.
Taking the first step in getting support is a big one, and you've decided now is the right time. There's something big going on in your life, and is too overwhelming to handle on your own or maybe you just want someone to talk to free of judgement. Having someone safe who listens and can provide perspective, encouragement, feedback and coping skills can really help. Making changes is not easy, but we can go at your own pace, where you lead the conversation and what you'd like to focus on. I'm here to offer support and walk with you on your journey to achieving your goals and jumping over the hurdles life throws your way.
This has looked like: career counseling, college success planning, thoughts of suicide, etc.
Taking the first step in getting support is a big one, and you've decided now is the right time. There's something big going on in your life, and is too overwhelming to handle on your own or maybe you just want someone to talk to free of judgement. Having someone safe who listens and can provide perspective, encouragement, feedback and coping skills can really help. Making changes is not easy, but we can go at your own pace, where you lead the conversation and what you'd like to focus on. I'm here to offer support and walk with you on your journey to achieving your goals and jumping over the hurdles life throws your way.
Cherie LaLone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Clare, MI 48617
Clinically, I have worked in the Community Mental Health system and in a private practice prior to opening my own private practice. I am trained in 10+ evidenced-based practices like Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, used in treating PTSD, the Nurturing Parent Program (NPP), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). My passion is to help others to live life as the best version of themselves, regardless of their age or presenting issues. I believe that each of us is just one person away from reaching that goal of a happy life, and if I can be that for you then it is a win for us both.
Clinically, I have worked in the Community Mental Health system and in a private practice prior to opening my own private practice. I am trained in 10+ evidenced-based practices like Cognitive Behavior therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, used in treating PTSD, the Nurturing Parent Program (NPP), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). My passion is to help others to live life as the best version of themselves, regardless of their age or presenting issues. I believe that each of us is just one person away from reaching that goal of a happy life, and if I can be that for you then it is a win for us both.
Tanya R Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clare, MI 48617
You’ve maintained this far. You keep pushing: just one more dish, one more email, one more day until the weekend. You’re holding on by a thread and you feel ready to unravel. The typical things you do to ‘reboot’ aren’t working. You feel disconnected, off, worn incredibly thin, and are very aware that this feeling is just lurking under the surface. With years of experience in mental health and a passion for helping people regain their inner strength, you can escape that slow drowning feeling you are currently experiencing. You are the expert of your life, even if right now you feel anything but, and I can help you find that path.
You’ve maintained this far. You keep pushing: just one more dish, one more email, one more day until the weekend. You’re holding on by a thread and you feel ready to unravel. The typical things you do to ‘reboot’ aren’t working. You feel disconnected, off, worn incredibly thin, and are very aware that this feeling is just lurking under the surface. With years of experience in mental health and a passion for helping people regain their inner strength, you can escape that slow drowning feeling you are currently experiencing. You are the expert of your life, even if right now you feel anything but, and I can help you find that path.
Mandy L Wigren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC , NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clare, MI 48617
Hello friend. Do you have a minute? While I have you here, let's talk. Life can be super challenging. That's likely why you're scrolling on Psychology Today. Do you find yourself struggling with anxious feelings, confusion or just want to feel like YOU again? I am excited that you are ready to start your wellness journey. This is the first step towards learning how to love and care for yourself. And that, my friends, is what I can help you do. I use evidence based treatments to help you explore how to improve your being in this world. To teach you techniques to calm the swirl of the mind and silence the negative voices.
Hello friend. Do you have a minute? While I have you here, let's talk. Life can be super challenging. That's likely why you're scrolling on Psychology Today. Do you find yourself struggling with anxious feelings, confusion or just want to feel like YOU again? I am excited that you are ready to start your wellness journey. This is the first step towards learning how to love and care for yourself. And that, my friends, is what I can help you do. I use evidence based treatments to help you explore how to improve your being in this world. To teach you techniques to calm the swirl of the mind and silence the negative voices.
Jessika Evelyn Doyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Clare, MI 48617 (Online Only)
Hello, thank you for checking out my profile. Looking for a therapist or seeking out help can be very challenging. I appreciate your willingness to take this first step. My goal is to be your advocate, brainstormer and person who helps you realize all of your potential. My hope when meeting with my clients is that every time they leave their therapy session, they have found some insight, discovered a new skill and feel more confident in dealing with the many challenges we all face in our lives.
Hello, thank you for checking out my profile. Looking for a therapist or seeking out help can be very challenging. I appreciate your willingness to take this first step. My goal is to be your advocate, brainstormer and person who helps you realize all of your potential. My hope when meeting with my clients is that every time they leave their therapy session, they have found some insight, discovered a new skill and feel more confident in dealing with the many challenges we all face in our lives.
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Patty Jo Hovey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rosebush, MI 48878 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a masters level therapist with over 15 years of experience working with children and adults from all walks of life, struggling with a wide variety of emotional, behavioral, and mental health conditions. I have training in multiple trauma related treatments and evidence based therapies. I truly love helping individuals bust through feelings of worthlessness and low self-esteem, and am generally comfortable working with any treatment need. At this time, I offer telehealth services only.
Welcome! I am a masters level therapist with over 15 years of experience working with children and adults from all walks of life, struggling with a wide variety of emotional, behavioral, and mental health conditions. I have training in multiple trauma related treatments and evidence based therapies. I truly love helping individuals bust through feelings of worthlessness and low self-esteem, and am generally comfortable working with any treatment need. At this time, I offer telehealth services only.
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Kari Spatafore
Counselor, MS, LLC
Verified Verified
Lapeer, MI 48446
I have been trained to work with the following presenting issues: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, intimate partner violence, suicide, trauma, crisis counseling, PTSD, life transitions, human sexuality, and life skills/career counseling.
I implement a straight- forward holistic approach to care, while maintaining a nurturing, non-judgmental, and empathetic therapeutic environment. I believe achieving a greater level of wellness and fulfillment through self-awareness and acceptance helps to contribute to individual and relational growth, along with positively impacting the creation of a happy, healthy lifestyle. Further, I bring real-life experiences coupled with professional knowledge and expertise into the clinical setting, which helps to create a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients.
I have been trained to work with the following presenting issues: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, intimate partner violence, suicide, trauma, crisis counseling, PTSD, life transitions, human sexuality, and life skills/career counseling.
I implement a straight- forward holistic approach to care, while maintaining a nurturing, non-judgmental, and empathetic therapeutic environment. I believe achieving a greater level of wellness and fulfillment through self-awareness and acceptance helps to contribute to individual and relational growth, along with positively impacting the creation of a happy, healthy lifestyle. Further, I bring real-life experiences coupled with professional knowledge and expertise into the clinical setting, which helps to create a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients.
Liz Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Attica, MI 48412 (Online Only)
I'm strong in trauma, suicidal ideation, Bipolar and sexual abuse.
I'm a psychotherapist with a passion for helping people change their lives. I'm an author and podcaster. I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, menopause, family, women's issues, and weight loss. I myself have been in recovery for over 21 years from alcohol. I help people with the goal of living happy fulfilling lives. I believe that everyone deserves happiness and that laughter is a great healer. I'm spiritual, I practice meditation and exercise daily. I feel animals are beneficial to healing all people. I was in the addiction field for many years specializing in opiate dependency.
I'm strong in trauma, suicidal ideation, Bipolar and sexual abuse.
I'm a psychotherapist with a passion for helping people change their lives. I'm an author and podcaster. I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, menopause, family, women's issues, and weight loss. I myself have been in recovery for over 21 years from alcohol. I help people with the goal of living happy fulfilling lives. I believe that everyone deserves happiness and that laughter is a great healer. I'm spiritual, I practice meditation and exercise daily. I feel animals are beneficial to healing all people. I was in the addiction field for many years specializing in opiate dependency.
Jessica Rae Weits
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I’ve worked in in the mental health field for nearly 25 years, in inpatient and residential settings, as well as in the community. I’ve worked with diverse populations, primarily with adults of all ages, and also have experience working with adolescents who’ve experienced significant trauma. I’ve worked extensively with individuals diagnosed with severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation (and attempts), mood disorders, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, as well as intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental differences. I believe mental health services should be accessible to all and seek to make that a reality.
I’ve worked in in the mental health field for nearly 25 years, in inpatient and residential settings, as well as in the community. I’ve worked with diverse populations, primarily with adults of all ages, and also have experience working with adolescents who’ve experienced significant trauma. I’ve worked extensively with individuals diagnosed with severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation (and attempts), mood disorders, psychosis, borderline personality disorder, as well as intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental differences. I believe mental health services should be accessible to all and seek to make that a reality.
Jonelle Tunney
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Life is difficult, and sometimes challenges can overwhelm us. In over 20 years of counseling, I have gained a wealth of experience in helping people achieve meaningful growth and a greater sense of well-being. I feel called to help others through periods of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse, divorce, disability, trauma, abuse, and issues related to gender identity and sexuality. And as someone who identifies as a transgender female, I am naturally a strong advocate and ally for all those within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Life is difficult, and sometimes challenges can overwhelm us. In over 20 years of counseling, I have gained a wealth of experience in helping people achieve meaningful growth and a greater sense of well-being. I feel called to help others through periods of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse, divorce, disability, trauma, abuse, and issues related to gender identity and sexuality. And as someone who identifies as a transgender female, I am naturally a strong advocate and ally for all those within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Heather Dannison
Psychologist, PhD, LPC, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
I have particular interest and expertise in helping folks with concerns related to gender identity and sexual orientation, as well as anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.
Join me and jump in! My job is to guide and support you as you build a life worth living. I work with motivated individuals, couples, and families to go after their dreams, make life's difficult decisions, and move forward. I work with clients holistically and collaboratively. I believe that the core of therapy should be the relationship that we form during our work together. I will work hard to know and understand you. Using evidence-based techniques and therapies, I hope to help you make a difference in your life.
I have particular interest and expertise in helping folks with concerns related to gender identity and sexual orientation, as well as anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.
Join me and jump in! My job is to guide and support you as you build a life worth living. I work with motivated individuals, couples, and families to go after their dreams, make life's difficult decisions, and move forward. I work with clients holistically and collaboratively. I believe that the core of therapy should be the relationship that we form during our work together. I will work hard to know and understand you. Using evidence-based techniques and therapies, I hope to help you make a difference in your life.
Trisha Waun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (Online Only)
I warmly welcome adults, adolescent youth and families with a wide variety of symptoms, challenges and diagnoses to therapy. I have expertise in providing care for those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, self-harm and suicidal ideation, relationship issues and adjustment related concerns. Regardless of where you find yourself in life or what you might be facing, I'm here to hold safe space for you and whatever you might need. We will work together to build trust, set achievable goals and help you towards healing and growth.
I warmly welcome adults, adolescent youth and families with a wide variety of symptoms, challenges and diagnoses to therapy. I have expertise in providing care for those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, self-harm and suicidal ideation, relationship issues and adjustment related concerns. Regardless of where you find yourself in life or what you might be facing, I'm here to hold safe space for you and whatever you might need. We will work together to build trust, set achievable goals and help you towards healing and growth.
Megan Flier
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Most of the people who work with me range from adolescents to adults and generally experience depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, have a history of suicide, trauma, and/or general trouble adjusting to changes in life. However, I also have experience working with grief and loss, family adjustment to autism diagnosis, general family concerns, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I am trained in S.A.F.E. EMDR, integrative medicine for mental health, CBT, and TF-CBT. I have additional knowledge of sand tray, IFS, narrative therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology and draw on these in my therapy.
Most of the people who work with me range from adolescents to adults and generally experience depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, have a history of suicide, trauma, and/or general trouble adjusting to changes in life. However, I also have experience working with grief and loss, family adjustment to autism diagnosis, general family concerns, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I am trained in S.A.F.E. EMDR, integrative medicine for mental health, CBT, and TF-CBT. I have additional knowledge of sand tray, IFS, narrative therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology and draw on these in my therapy.
Joel Burnett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Okemos, MI 48864
Everybody gets stressed or overwhelmed from time to time. I am here to help. I am open to working with all sorts of people, genders, sexual orientations, and races. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor. I have specialized training in alcohol and drug abuse (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor), and suicide (CAMS trained). I have also studied DBT, ACT, CBT, MI, EMDR and the Strengthening Families Program.
Everybody gets stressed or overwhelmed from time to time. I am here to help. I am open to working with all sorts of people, genders, sexual orientations, and races. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor. I have specialized training in alcohol and drug abuse (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor), and suicide (CAMS trained). I have also studied DBT, ACT, CBT, MI, EMDR and the Strengthening Families Program.
Christine Clute
Counselor, MA, LLP, LPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686 (Online Only)
Grief and loss, survivors of suicide, anxiety and depression are areas of expertise.
The power to have the quality life and relationships that you desire is in your hands. It just takes courage to take the first step. If you feel lost in a maze that keeps ending up where you started, maybe you need a good guide who can help you arrive at a more satisfying destination. I can help you navigate through the challenges in life so that you end up with more positive results. ( PLEASE NOTE: I only work with individuals 20yrs+ old.)
Grief and loss, survivors of suicide, anxiety and depression are areas of expertise.
The power to have the quality life and relationships that you desire is in your hands. It just takes courage to take the first step. If you feel lost in a maze that keeps ending up where you started, maybe you need a good guide who can help you arrive at a more satisfying destination. I can help you navigate through the challenges in life so that you end up with more positive results. ( PLEASE NOTE: I only work with individuals 20yrs+ old.)
Stephanie Carney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fowlerville, MI 48836
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over ten years. In that time I have had the pleasure of helping many people with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal thoughts and many other life issues. I will always accept you for who you are and where you are, and will give you the tools to help you achieve your goals.
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over ten years. In that time I have had the pleasure of helping many people with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal thoughts and many other life issues. I will always accept you for who you are and where you are, and will give you the tools to help you achieve your goals.
Cassandra Jessee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Howell, MI 48843
Waitlist for new clients
Anxiety? Panic? Depression? Trauma? Is the world just too much lately? Do you want to feel heard and enjoy life? My therapy dog Timon and I would love to guide and help you. Following a critical illness in my life, I started a quest for purpose and devoted myself to an educational journey to create synergy with my own life experiences. My interest is trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, suicide ideation, past sexual abuse, relationship issues coupled with focus on how interpersonal, cognitive thinking and environmental factors play a part in helping people to change.
Anxiety? Panic? Depression? Trauma? Is the world just too much lately? Do you want to feel heard and enjoy life? My therapy dog Timon and I would love to guide and help you. Following a critical illness in my life, I started a quest for purpose and devoted myself to an educational journey to create synergy with my own life experiences. My interest is trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, suicide ideation, past sexual abuse, relationship issues coupled with focus on how interpersonal, cognitive thinking and environmental factors play a part in helping people to change.
Lianne Lindner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Online Only)
I work with young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, and life transitions.
Taking the first step toward therapy takes strength and courage. Life is full of challenges; no challenge is too big or too small for therapy. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or a life transition, that may benefit from additional support. My hope is to create a space free of judgement, built on trust and compassion, where we can work together toward your individual goals. In this space, I am committed to listening to your unique story and coming alongside you as you journey through healing, wholeness, and hope.
I work with young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, and life transitions.
Taking the first step toward therapy takes strength and courage. Life is full of challenges; no challenge is too big or too small for therapy. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or a life transition, that may benefit from additional support. My hope is to create a space free of judgement, built on trust and compassion, where we can work together toward your individual goals. In this space, I am committed to listening to your unique story and coming alongside you as you journey through healing, wholeness, and hope.
Kimberly D. Stratton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
I specialize in working with adolescence and adults who suffer with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders, self-injury, and suicidal depression.
I have a passion for working with people from various backgrounds, cultures, and age groups from adolescence all the way through end of life. I enjoy assisting individuals and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, eating disorders, life transition, and self-esteem concerns. I also have several years of experience walking alongside clients who struggle with thoughts of suicide, irrational thought patterns, and self-injury. My goal is to improve the quality of life, by focusing on past and present painful situations and trauma, to eliminate road blocks to a happier life.
I specialize in working with adolescence and adults who suffer with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders, self-injury, and suicidal depression.
I have a passion for working with people from various backgrounds, cultures, and age groups from adolescence all the way through end of life. I enjoy assisting individuals and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, eating disorders, life transition, and self-esteem concerns. I also have several years of experience walking alongside clients who struggle with thoughts of suicide, irrational thought patterns, and self-injury. My goal is to improve the quality of life, by focusing on past and present painful situations and trauma, to eliminate road blocks to a happier life.
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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.