Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Middleville, MI
Life is like a ball of yarn. It starts wrapped up nicely in a neat fashion. As time goes on it becomes tangled, knotted, and difficult to unravel. My goal as a therapist is to help you unravel those difficult emotions and encourage you when it seems like the knot will never come undone. I use body work, mindfulness, and person-centered approaches in my practice. During sessions we may sit on the floor, move our bodies, grab a cozy blanket or have a warm cup of tea. My goal is to help you find a place of peace in life.
Life is like a ball of yarn. It starts wrapped up nicely in a neat fashion. As time goes on it becomes tangled, knotted, and difficult to unravel. My goal as a therapist is to help you unravel those difficult emotions and encourage you when it seems like the knot will never come undone. I use body work, mindfulness, and person-centered approaches in my practice. During sessions we may sit on the floor, move our bodies, grab a cozy blanket or have a warm cup of tea. My goal is to help you find a place of peace in life.
Circumstances are building and you fear that its weight will eventually grow to crush and consume you. You have so much to manage and yet you long to just let go of it all. You’re ready for a change, but it is terrifying. To face it may cause you to crumble, nevertheless, you will yourself to get through each day. If this sounds familiar and you wish to do more than get by, it is possible to flourish again. I aim to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
Circumstances are building and you fear that its weight will eventually grow to crush and consume you. You have so much to manage and yet you long to just let go of it all. You’re ready for a change, but it is terrifying. To face it may cause you to crumble, nevertheless, you will yourself to get through each day. If this sounds familiar and you wish to do more than get by, it is possible to flourish again. I aim to create a safe and empowering environment built upon a trusting therapeutic relationship so you can successfully heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and work toward thriving in your daily life.
Tara Blury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to work together, finding ways to help you improve your life & relationships, feel less anxious/depressed/provide clarity. Sharing your insecurities, fears, hurts, and struggles can be an intimidating experience. I strive to help each of my clients feel comfortable with the therapy process. I have extensive training to help individuals who have experienced many forms of trauma, abuse, grief and loss. I also have many clients who just feel "lost", "anxious", or "depressed" and they benefit greatly from counseling.I am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, Sensorimotor Processing, CBT, and other therapeutic interventions.
My goal is to work together, finding ways to help you improve your life & relationships, feel less anxious/depressed/provide clarity. Sharing your insecurities, fears, hurts, and struggles can be an intimidating experience. I strive to help each of my clients feel comfortable with the therapy process. I have extensive training to help individuals who have experienced many forms of trauma, abuse, grief and loss. I also have many clients who just feel "lost", "anxious", or "depressed" and they benefit greatly from counseling.I am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, Sensorimotor Processing, CBT, and other therapeutic interventions.
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I have experience and training in depression, anxiety, panic, suicide, grief and loss, aging issues, and spiritual issues.
Thank you for reaching out. Sometimes life is hard and it can be difficult to know where to turn for the support and acceptance you need to handle the struggles. Anxiety and depression can impact our lives in many ways. Unacknowledged feelings of grief express themselves as irritability, chronic anxiety, low-grade depression, and a negative outlook on life. Come in to a safe place where we will work together to find solutions to help you live your life more fully.
I have experience and training in depression, anxiety, panic, suicide, grief and loss, aging issues, and spiritual issues.
Thank you for reaching out. Sometimes life is hard and it can be difficult to know where to turn for the support and acceptance you need to handle the struggles. Anxiety and depression can impact our lives in many ways. Unacknowledged feelings of grief express themselves as irritability, chronic anxiety, low-grade depression, and a negative outlook on life. Come in to a safe place where we will work together to find solutions to help you live your life more fully.
Melissa Muir
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, MLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
If you or your child are living with strong emotions, suicide attempts, self-harming, hospitalizations, chronic relationship/behavioral issues, or roller coaster emotions; life is very tough.
Together, we can work through trauma, rage, uncontrolled emotions, depression, anxiety, while learning new skills to go through the world in a healthier way, cope with strong emotions, and build stronger, better, relationships.
If you or your child are living with strong emotions, suicide attempts, self-harming, hospitalizations, chronic relationship/behavioral issues, or roller coaster emotions; life is very tough.
Together, we can work through trauma, rage, uncontrolled emotions, depression, anxiety, while learning new skills to go through the world in a healthier way, cope with strong emotions, and build stronger, better, relationships.
Kreg Westergren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Byron Center, MI 49315
Kreg supports teens and adults through life’s complex challenges, trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and major life transitions.
Kreg’s therapy style is warm, real, and collaborative. He tailors sessions to each client’s unique goals and values, blending practical coping strategies with emotional depth and mindfulness. He supports those working through grief, anger, relationship issues, general mental health, and identity concerns.
Kreg supports teens and adults through life’s complex challenges, trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and major life transitions.
Kreg’s therapy style is warm, real, and collaborative. He tailors sessions to each client’s unique goals and values, blending practical coping strategies with emotional depth and mindfulness. He supports those working through grief, anger, relationship issues, general mental health, and identity concerns.
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Suicide Prevention CBT.
I work with people who want to better understand and express their feelings and thoughts to make better decisions; also, with people who want to move forward after a life event. I also work with children and youth and their parents / guardians who want to better communicate with each other.
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Suicide Prevention CBT.
I work with people who want to better understand and express their feelings and thoughts to make better decisions; also, with people who want to move forward after a life event. I also work with children and youth and their parents / guardians who want to better communicate with each other.
I have a particular passion for working with clients who may be experiencing thoughts of suicide or engaging in suicidal behavior.
My approach is person-centered, compassionate, non-judgmental, and tailored to your unique needs. I employ existential and narrative therapy techniques to help us explore your past, present, and future experiences. I believe that even in our darkest moments, there is hope and the potential for growth.
I have a particular passion for working with clients who may be experiencing thoughts of suicide or engaging in suicidal behavior.
My approach is person-centered, compassionate, non-judgmental, and tailored to your unique needs. I employ existential and narrative therapy techniques to help us explore your past, present, and future experiences. I believe that even in our darkest moments, there is hope and the potential for growth.
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.
Strategies include mindfulness to focus on the present, gaining awareness of harmful thought patterns, examining what triggers particular behaviors and perspectives, developing new ways of experiencing the world, forming new ideas about who we can be within the world, and learning to use creativity, nature, and purposeful choices to grow one's wellbeing.
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.
Strategies include mindfulness to focus on the present, gaining awareness of harmful thought patterns, examining what triggers particular behaviors and perspectives, developing new ways of experiencing the world, forming new ideas about who we can be within the world, and learning to use creativity, nature, and purposeful choices to grow one's wellbeing.
I have worked with clients struggling with a multitude of issues, including: depression; anxiety; suicidal/self-harm ideation; mood disorders; personality disorders.
Hello, my name is Emily. Thank you for taking the time to read my page. It’s very likely you’ve read several therapists’ bios. The process of choosing a therapist can be daunting, and you’re likely already feeling very overwhelmed. I would like to ease this process for you. That doesn’t mean you won’t encounter periods of discomfort, or times of challenge. Whether you are looking to cope with stress in a more healthy manner, better regulate your emotions, or improve relationships with others, I can work with you to discover what strategies will work best for you and assist you in exercising these strategies in practical ways.
I have worked with clients struggling with a multitude of issues, including: depression; anxiety; suicidal/self-harm ideation; mood disorders; personality disorders.
Hello, my name is Emily. Thank you for taking the time to read my page. It’s very likely you’ve read several therapists’ bios. The process of choosing a therapist can be daunting, and you’re likely already feeling very overwhelmed. I would like to ease this process for you. That doesn’t mean you won’t encounter periods of discomfort, or times of challenge. Whether you are looking to cope with stress in a more healthy manner, better regulate your emotions, or improve relationships with others, I can work with you to discover what strategies will work best for you and assist you in exercising these strategies in practical ways.
I offer counseling to heal from grief and loss, find freedom from depression and anxiety, overcome addictions, work through suicidal ideation, process and find breakthrough from past trauma, adapt and grow while dealing with life transitions, adjust to cross-cultural challenges, resolve marital difficulties, set healthy boundaries in relationships.
Life can be overwhelming and at times, unbelievably hard! I believe that no matter what we go through, all of us are created with a potential for incredible resilience and that with the right kind of compassionate support and guidance, people can bounce back from the worst of circumstances. I am passionate about helping people find healing, growth and freedom no matter what difficulties they are going through. My approach includes forming a trusting relationship through empathy and compassion, clear goal setting, and creating a roadmap together with the client to achieve these goals in a reasonable time frame.
I offer counseling to heal from grief and loss, find freedom from depression and anxiety, overcome addictions, work through suicidal ideation, process and find breakthrough from past trauma, adapt and grow while dealing with life transitions, adjust to cross-cultural challenges, resolve marital difficulties, set healthy boundaries in relationships.
Life can be overwhelming and at times, unbelievably hard! I believe that no matter what we go through, all of us are created with a potential for incredible resilience and that with the right kind of compassionate support and guidance, people can bounce back from the worst of circumstances. I am passionate about helping people find healing, growth and freedom no matter what difficulties they are going through. My approach includes forming a trusting relationship through empathy and compassion, clear goal setting, and creating a roadmap together with the client to achieve these goals in a reasonable time frame.
Mark Douglas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
My style of therapy works well with relational issues (codependency, abuse) suicidal ideation, depression and anxiety.
Welcome to the start of your mental health journey! I view it as one of my life's greatest privileges to witness a variety of human experiences and to hold a space for self-acceptance to grow.
My style of therapy works well with relational issues (codependency, abuse) suicidal ideation, depression and anxiety.
Welcome to the start of your mental health journey! I view it as one of my life's greatest privileges to witness a variety of human experiences and to hold a space for self-acceptance to grow.
Jessica Rae Weits
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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 every person has unique strengths and gifts and those should be celebrated and built upon. I aim to provide a safe space where you will be seen and heard, met with compassion, yet also be challenged to grow and move forward. I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based approach, while currently training in DBT and CBT such that I can best serve.
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 every person has unique strengths and gifts and those should be celebrated and built upon. I aim to provide a safe space where you will be seen and heard, met with compassion, yet also be challenged to grow and move forward. I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based approach, while currently training in DBT and CBT such that I can best serve.
I have extensive experience working with Children (4+), Teens, and Adults struggling with things such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Problematic Sexual Behaviors, Self-harm and Suicide and Grief and Loss.
Let’s face it, when life gets tough, it can be helpful to know you have someone to walk alongside you in your journey; to have a place where you can feel heard, valued, and supported. A place where you can express your honest feelings and develop strategies to improve your overall well being. To know that you are not alone. Whether you are looking for counseling for yourself, or your child, I am confident you will find our time together as an invaluable experience, where you have a deep-felt sense of support and understanding, where you feel confident in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.
I have extensive experience working with Children (4+), Teens, and Adults struggling with things such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Problematic Sexual Behaviors, Self-harm and Suicide and Grief and Loss.
Let’s face it, when life gets tough, it can be helpful to know you have someone to walk alongside you in your journey; to have a place where you can feel heard, valued, and supported. A place where you can express your honest feelings and develop strategies to improve your overall well being. To know that you are not alone. Whether you are looking for counseling for yourself, or your child, I am confident you will find our time together as an invaluable experience, where you have a deep-felt sense of support and understanding, where you feel confident in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.
I have experience working with children and adults with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, ADHD, child welfare issues, and suicidal ideation. I have specialty training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the practice and use of mindfulness strategies. I have seen and experienced the process of trauma recovery and can understand the various levels trauma can impact people's lives. Nurturing a healthy thought-life is a helpful tool towards building resilience and strength in trauma and various other mental health needs.
I have experience working with children and adults with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, ADHD, child welfare issues, and suicidal ideation. I have specialty training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the practice and use of mindfulness strategies. I have seen and experienced the process of trauma recovery and can understand the various levels trauma can impact people's lives. Nurturing a healthy thought-life is a helpful tool towards building resilience and strength in trauma and various other mental health needs.
Shayne McNichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
I am also available to train in suicide prevention and various mental health topics at your organization.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of life, find their voice, and embrace their journey toward healing and growth. I believe that every person has the potential to lead a fulfilling life, & I am committed to supporting you in uncovering that potential. I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I understand that the path to healing can be challenging, but I believe that it is also a transformative opportunity.
I am also available to train in suicide prevention and various mental health topics at your organization.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of life, find their voice, and embrace their journey toward healing and growth. I believe that every person has the potential to lead a fulfilling life, & I am committed to supporting you in uncovering that potential. I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I understand that the path to healing can be challenging, but I believe that it is also a transformative opportunity.
I am skilled at treating topics such as stress, anxiety, depression, men's issues, trauma, adoption, grief, relationship issues, psychosis, suicidal thoughts, infertility, coping with health issues, older adults, and dementia.
Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.
I am skilled at treating topics such as stress, anxiety, depression, men's issues, trauma, adoption, grief, relationship issues, psychosis, suicidal thoughts, infertility, coping with health issues, older adults, and dementia.
Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is a mindset of moving forward despite the fear because something else is more important. You are reading this page because you already realized your wellbeing is more important than whatever emotions or challenges are trying to hold you back from your full potential. You taking this first step of seeking help is truly a courageous act and a sign of inner strength. As your counselor, I will help you develop a new mindset of courage and resilience to confidently face life’s challenges. My goal is to create a safe place for you to reevaluate your lived experiences, emotions, and thinking.
Bekah Gentry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I have experience with clients with trauma, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
I specialize in counseling adolescents (ages 12-18) and adults. Within these populations, I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma, and I utilize EMDR and TFCBT.
I have experience with clients with trauma, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
I specialize in counseling adolescents (ages 12-18) and adults. Within these populations, I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma, and I utilize EMDR and TFCBT.
I work with clients battling depression, suicidal ideation, divorce, grief, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, incarceration, and mandated clients.
Hello! As a therapist, it is my goal is to support individuals in reaching their fullest potential in all areas of life that feel unsatisfactory. I will create a safe space to share conversations and together we will work to reconcile any discomfort. I am humbled to be chosen to walk beside you on this journey and I commend you for taking the first step towards healing. I believe everyone can use extra support at various points in life and therapy can provide a method to learn new tools to have in your arsenal.
I work with clients battling depression, suicidal ideation, divorce, grief, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, incarceration, and mandated clients.
Hello! As a therapist, it is my goal is to support individuals in reaching their fullest potential in all areas of life that feel unsatisfactory. I will create a safe space to share conversations and together we will work to reconcile any discomfort. I am humbled to be chosen to walk beside you on this journey and I commend you for taking the first step towards healing. I believe everyone can use extra support at various points in life and therapy can provide a method to learn new tools to have in your arsenal.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults who struggle with trauma, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and urges, borderline personality disorder, and anxiety.
As a Master’s level clinician I strive to help clients improve their lives and learn new skills, techniques, ways of viewing themselves, and the world around them in a way that may reduce pain and suffering. I frequently use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to help empower and guide individuals in their healing journey. I believe we are all capable of finding relief, strength, and a new way of perceiving ourselves and our environment, despite the difficult and unique challenges we face.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults who struggle with trauma, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and urges, borderline personality disorder, and anxiety.
As a Master’s level clinician I strive to help clients improve their lives and learn new skills, techniques, ways of viewing themselves, and the world around them in a way that may reduce pain and suffering. I frequently use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to help empower and guide individuals in their healing journey. I believe we are all capable of finding relief, strength, and a new way of perceiving ourselves and our environment, despite the difficult and unique challenges we face.
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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.