Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
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Ellen M. Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
In addition to over 16 years of experience in
suicide
prevention and crisis intervention, I am also a Certified Olweus Bullying-Prevention (OBPP) Specialist.
If your child is hurting, imagine a life where hope enters in, allowing that pain to heal so your child can begin to feel whole again. With a strong background in crisis intervention,
suicide
prevention and adolescent depression and anxiety, I work with teens, tweens & young adults. I offer a client-centered, strength-based, philosophy. I work to quiet the mind, uncover resiliency & provide hope for healing. It is my privilege to walk beside a child who is struggling. I aim to provide an affirming space and help them uncover once again their inner strength, their unique gifts and their capacity to thrive.

Jennifer Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Sometimes life throws us a curveball or two. Some people have been dealt a difficult card from the start. I believe we all possess the tools needed to get through times of adversity, but at times, may need a little guidance. One of the many things I love about working as a social worker is the diversity and uniqueness of people I have met over the years, meeting them where they are in life and learning from their experiences. The majority of my career includes working with children, adolescents and adults in a school, hospital, and community mental health setting focusing on
suicide
prevention, depression, and anxiety.
Waitlist for new clients

Maggie McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have a background working with individuals living with severe mental illness and chronic
suicidal ideation
.
We are often our own worst critics. Though achievement and goal setting are important, we can neglect our relationships, hobbies, and health for things that feel more important. In the name of self-improvement, we miss the moments of pleasure and connection that give life meaning. I believe that therapy offers the space to slow down, to notice the goodness surrounding us, and to practice acceptance. We all have the capacity to achieve our goals without sacrificing the things that bring us joy.

Amy Yeskie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you or your teen struggling with stress, anxiety or social connections? I have vast experience working with children, teens and young adults struggling with different issues like anxiety, mood disorders,
suicidal ideation
, non
suicidal
self injury, life transitions and more. I truly believe that you are the expert of your own life, whether you are 9 or 92, and I use that as a foundation to our collaborative therapeutic relationship. You bring your own life experiences to the session and I bring an empathetic presence and client-centered, strengths-based approach to help you through whatever is on your mind.

Nishelle Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
If you want to heal from past trauma, depression,
suicidal
thoughts, find your purpose in life therapy maybe the answer for you.
Everyone deserves to have a place where they can just let it all out and not care one bit what the person across from them thinks. Clients often come to me with insecurities, low self-esteem, battling with depression, simply feeling beat up by life. I work to provide individuals, families and couples with a safe, confidential and empathetic environment where they can feel comfortable telling their truth. I am passionate about helping individuals identify the barriers preventing them from finding their life’s purpose and achieving goals they set for themselves. The therapeutic process is very difficult, as it presents many unknowns.

Marvin Steven Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I use a client-centered therapy approach to treat a wide range of conditions including: Depression and
suicidal
feelings,
Anxiety disorders,
obsessive-compulsive,
panic, and PTSD,
Drug and alcohol addictions,
Self-esteem and self-image problems,
Personality disorders,
Marital and relationship conflicts,
Family Therapy,
Psychotic disorders such as bipolar illness and schizophrenia.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in full-time private practice. I have experience working with patients from adolescence onward in individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy. In addition, I have experience with clients that are perpetrators of domestic abuse, incarcerated males and the elderly.
Waitlist for new clients

Marty C Lintvedt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified
Verified
Certifications held include:
suicide
intervention; post trauma; critical incident stress management and domestic violence.
I have enjoyed working as a partner in mental health and wellness for over 20 years. It is my hope that as I walk alongside the client he or she will recognize strengths, develop skills, and embrace healing. While I have specialized training in some complex issues, much of the work of a counselor is helping people deal with the everyday struggles most of us face on a daily basis.

Amy Lyons Burke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, PLPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I work with adults, adolescents and children who are experiencing anxiety, depression,
suicidal
thoughts, self-harm, and behavioral issues.
We all experience hardships in our personal lives, professional lives and relationships that can leave us feeling stressed, confused, isolated, anxious or depressed. Many people experience shame about seeing a therapist or feel they should handle emotional or mental issues on their own. I want to reassure you that we can all use a little help sometimes and we aren't meant to go through it alone. My goal in therapy is to create a safe space where my clients can work through the difficulties in life without judgment.

Tana Steffens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have specialized training in a variety of trauma modalities, identity exploration, self-injury, and
suicidal ideation
.
I frequently work with people who have a lot of moving parts in their lives. Whether you’re navigating traumatic experiences, exploring components of identity, or wading through overwhelming seasons of life in other ways, my goal is to help you sift through it all and provide support to process at your own pace. I'm comfortable navigating many of the other pieces that come with trauma or overwhelm - managing episodes of depression, mitigating anxiety, and creating spaces that make life feel worth living.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
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Jill Carron
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Jill Carron, MS, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression,
suicidal ideation
, self-harm behaviors, relationships, anger management, ADHD, trauma, and family conflict. Jill uses various types of therapy in her sessions including Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Gabrielle Kunar-Macias
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, OCD, specific phobias, trauma,
suicidal ideation
, building secure attachments, family conflicts, and parenting.
Life can be beautiful, but let’s be honest, it can also be stressful! From our very first session, you can expect to feel safe, validated, and at ease. I use humor and a strengths-based approach to create a space where we can be our authentic selves. My style is integrative, trauma-informed, and I tailor our work to meet your individual needs, goals, and interest. I incorporate art, play, reading, mindfulness, inner child, and parts work into our sessions. I can also communicate and collaborate with you or your child’s other providers (school counselors, teachers, physicians, etc.) to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach.
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Aya B Kawasaki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, LLM
Verified
Verified
Personal experience: Lost sister to
suicide
, adopted a daughter from China, born in Japan.
I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors. In home, in school services are available. Clients are encouraged to have specific goals in order to have a personalized treatment plan. I also like to incorporate relaxation exercise.

Amanda Bittner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC, CCMHC, ACS
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling miserable, stressed, or just dissatisfied? I will assist you in building your life worth living. I work very well with those who feel like things are falling apart... to be more present, tolerate your distress, improve relationship satisfaction, and regulate your emotions. I specialize in those with chronic emotional dysregulation who may be trying to cope through self-injury, considering
suicide
, or other destructive means. Many of my clients have experienced abuse or trauma, and many are working on addressing codependency by learning to set boundaries.
Waitlist for new clients

Katie Francis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have worked extensively with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, self-harm,
suicidal ideation
, trauma, parenting issues, relationship problems, and more.
I often say, counseling can be a bit like cleaning out a closet. You have to take things out, go through and organize them, and then put them back where they need to go. In a similar fashion, counseling can be messy, but with time and hard work, can lead to healthier, more enjoyable living. Throughout this life, we all have our individual struggles and hardships, but we weren't meant to carry them alone. No matter who you are or what you've been through, there is hope. In our sessions together, I strive to come alongside you in the pursuit of that hope and restorative healing.
Waitlist for new clients

Julie Walters - Ellie Mental Health Concord Mo
Pre-Licensed Professional, M Ed, PLPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic style caters sessions to each person individually. I have a passion for creating a warm, open space for clients to experience significant change in their lives, and find healing. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients, including children, adolescents and adults within agency, group practice and school settings. My main treatment specializations include depression, anxiety, trauma, C-PTSD, life adjustment issues,
suicidal ideation
and self-harm. I use therapeutic techniques drawn from CBT, strength-based therapy and play therapy. I welcome the opportunity to help you in your mental health journey!

Amanda Schuermann Ellie Mental Health Concord Mo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome to Ellie Mental Health in South County. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ individuals, post traumatic stress disorders, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, self harm behaviors,
suicidal ideation
and attempts, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, boarderline personality disorder, and substance use disorders. I provide a safe space for individuals in the therapeutic setting.
Not accepting new clients

Robin Giden-Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am extremely passionate with working with pre-teens and teens in helping them navigate academic and social pressures, anxiety, depression,
suicide
prevention, as well as gender and racial identity. My work with youth is guided by my person centered, solution focused and strengths based perspective where gaining confidence, promoting resiliency and identifying healthy coping strategies are just a few of the ways that I hope to help. I find that my biggest strength involves my keen relatability to youth that makes it easy for them to connect with me and form a strong, trusting relationship.

Sherri Ardekani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, DBT-LBC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Accepting CA clients. Are you feeling overwhelmed with life's daily stressors? Do you find that you are not where you want to be in you life? Do you sometimes find yourself anxious, depressed or feeling hopeless and out of balance? A history of trauma, addictions, compulsions,
suicidal
thoughts, self-harm and other life-interfering behaviors can do that. Together, we will work on removing the emotional, cognitive and behavioral barriers that keep you from achieving your personal goals. My mission is to help you achieve your best self by helping you identify where you are now and create a plan to work towards where you want to be.
Not accepting new clients

Angela Tate
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
That work could include topics such as grief, mental health,
suicide
prevention, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, or issues in your marriage, relationships or family.
I consider being able to work with you a privilege. I believe our work together is sacred and have respect for you. Your needs and goals are priority number one.

Kristina Kersting
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I wrote my dissertation on
Suicide
and the Family System.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are motivated to see change in their lives. I believe that humor is an important part of the therapeutic process. I want people to feel safe in my office while also understanding that it is ok to not always need to feel everything in a way that hurts. Growth can be scary but it does not have to always be painful.
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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.