Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
I am here for you as you are right now. I can imagine that right now things may not be the way you want them. Do you find yourself feeling unsettled? Feeling stuck and just can't seem to make important changes? Find that powerful emotions keep taking you off track from what you truly want? Have you had painful events occur and have noticed you're not quite the same anymore? ... For 10+ years I've been helping people build a life full of meaning. Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance. This can mean resolving past painful events, boosting skills and/or resolving current problems.
I am here for you as you are right now. I can imagine that right now things may not be the way you want them. Do you find yourself feeling unsettled? Feeling stuck and just can't seem to make important changes? Find that powerful emotions keep taking you off track from what you truly want? Have you had painful events occur and have noticed you're not quite the same anymore? ... For 10+ years I've been helping people build a life full of meaning. Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance. This can mean resolving past painful events, boosting skills and/or resolving current problems.
I connect with individuals facing challenges in emotional regulation, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and criminal justice involvement.
I will help guide you through your journey to wellness to improve quality of life. I use active listening, validation, and empathy to create a safe space that is nonjudgmental to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I have advanced knowledge in helping individuals with criminal justice involvement or other legal issues.
I connect with individuals facing challenges in emotional regulation, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and criminal justice involvement.
I will help guide you through your journey to wellness to improve quality of life. I use active listening, validation, and empathy to create a safe space that is nonjudgmental to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I have advanced knowledge in helping individuals with criminal justice involvement or other legal issues.
Being human can be hard and we all need support sometimes. When life becomes overwhelming, and tasks (obligations and things you enjoy) are constantly piling up, it can feel impossible to get back on track. Constantly having uncomfortable emotions (maybe it's anxiety, dread, sadness, numbness, or some combination) can make it difficult to continue day to day. Counseling offers a space to acknowledge what you’re going through, what you’ve been through, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself.
Being human can be hard and we all need support sometimes. When life becomes overwhelming, and tasks (obligations and things you enjoy) are constantly piling up, it can feel impossible to get back on track. Constantly having uncomfortable emotions (maybe it's anxiety, dread, sadness, numbness, or some combination) can make it difficult to continue day to day. Counseling offers a space to acknowledge what you’re going through, what you’ve been through, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself.
Provident Behavioral Health values the unique needs of every person aged 2 to 102! We have over 30 therapists and five licensed mental health nurse practitioners on staff to provide in-person and telehealth counseling and medication management to individuals aged 2 and up (5+ for medication). We have specialized programs for caregivers and older adults and we accept many insurances, have a sliding fee scale, and have grant-funded services for some populations. Our Access Center is available for urgent counseling needs for only $5 per session. Call us to find the best fit for you.
Provident Behavioral Health values the unique needs of every person aged 2 to 102! We have over 30 therapists and five licensed mental health nurse practitioners on staff to provide in-person and telehealth counseling and medication management to individuals aged 2 and up (5+ for medication). We have specialized programs for caregivers and older adults and we accept many insurances, have a sliding fee scale, and have grant-funded services for some populations. Our Access Center is available for urgent counseling needs for only $5 per session. Call us to find the best fit for you.
Many of my clients engage in non- suicidal self-injurious behaviors, experience suicidal thoughts, dislike themselves, and participate in severe quality of life interfering behaviors.
I believe obstacles can be paths and hope to be of service to those who are struggling. The willingness to ask for help requires courage. I strive to provide guidance and support as we explore your inner strengths. I do not ask my clients to do anything that I would not do. I recognize my own fallibilities because I am human, too. Through collaborative work and a desire to push towards change, my goal is to aid in recognizing what you have control over in order to make the most of your time.
Many of my clients engage in non- suicidal self-injurious behaviors, experience suicidal thoughts, dislike themselves, and participate in severe quality of life interfering behaviors.
I believe obstacles can be paths and hope to be of service to those who are struggling. The willingness to ask for help requires courage. I strive to provide guidance and support as we explore your inner strengths. I do not ask my clients to do anything that I would not do. I recognize my own fallibilities because I am human, too. Through collaborative work and a desire to push towards change, my goal is to aid in recognizing what you have control over in order to make the most of your time.
I work with people who struggle with intense emotions, have difficulty regulating their mood, and experience challenges in maintaining stable relationships. This often includes individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder or high emotional complexity. What can help are practical tools and support to manage emotional highs and lows, decrease distress, and build resilience. Our goals in therapy are to gain better control over our reactions, improve our sense of self, and develop healthier ways of coping. We all want to feel understood and supported so we can work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I work with people who struggle with intense emotions, have difficulty regulating their mood, and experience challenges in maintaining stable relationships. This often includes individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder or high emotional complexity. What can help are practical tools and support to manage emotional highs and lows, decrease distress, and build resilience. Our goals in therapy are to gain better control over our reactions, improve our sense of self, and develop healthier ways of coping. We all want to feel understood and supported so we can work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Do you want to understand yourself & your relationships better? Are you interested in personalized coping skills to improve your life? Do you feel chronically disempowered from society & need an open, supportive space to express yourself? If so, lets talk!
Do you want to understand yourself & your relationships better? Are you interested in personalized coping skills to improve your life? Do you feel chronically disempowered from society & need an open, supportive space to express yourself? If so, lets talk!
Elaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
6 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Waitlist for new clients
While I have experience with a variety of populations and presenting concerns, I specialize in supporting individuals with complex trauma, as well as individuals navigating self-harm, thoughts of suicide, or moments of crisis.
My approach is rooted in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for trauma and PTSD, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I have received specialized post-graduate training in each of these modalities.
While I have experience with a variety of populations and presenting concerns, I specialize in supporting individuals with complex trauma, as well as individuals navigating self-harm, thoughts of suicide, or moments of crisis.
My approach is rooted in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for trauma and PTSD, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I have received specialized post-graduate training in each of these modalities.
Many of the people who work with us are trying to find ways of controlling the emotions swirling around them, but it just feels like trying to grasp at sand in a sandstorm - the particles smacking them in the face, blurring their vision of the world, and causing them to flail about in futile attempts to stop the storm. Emotions similarly can cloud judgment and lead us to lash out in futile attempts to stop the pain. The more we try to control the whipping winds, the more energy we waste. We believe the key to surviving the storm is to accept its existence and skillfully cope with it.
Many of the people who work with us are trying to find ways of controlling the emotions swirling around them, but it just feels like trying to grasp at sand in a sandstorm - the particles smacking them in the face, blurring their vision of the world, and causing them to flail about in futile attempts to stop the storm. Emotions similarly can cloud judgment and lead us to lash out in futile attempts to stop the pain. The more we try to control the whipping winds, the more energy we waste. We believe the key to surviving the storm is to accept its existence and skillfully cope with it.
We spend a lot of our lives trying to be who others want us to be or who we imagine ourselves to be. But if we put aside those expectations, who are we? Who can we become? I consider it a great privilege to sit with clients and help them peel back the layers of themselves. This can be a painful process. It can also lead to a more enriching present and future.
We spend a lot of our lives trying to be who others want us to be or who we imagine ourselves to be. But if we put aside those expectations, who are we? Who can we become? I consider it a great privilege to sit with clients and help them peel back the layers of themselves. This can be a painful process. It can also lead to a more enriching present and future.
I also completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
In my sessions, I help people with anxiety, depression, identify crisis, relationship issues, and more. I empower them to feel more in control of their life, and I truly love what I do! My therapy style is warm, down-to-earth, and always centered on your needs.
If you’re finding things harder than usual, you don’t have to go through it alone. Feel free to reach out to schedule a consultation call—I’m here to listen.
I also completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
In my sessions, I help people with anxiety, depression, identify crisis, relationship issues, and more. I empower them to feel more in control of their life, and I truly love what I do! My therapy style is warm, down-to-earth, and always centered on your needs.
If you’re finding things harder than usual, you don’t have to go through it alone. Feel free to reach out to schedule a consultation call—I’m here to listen.
Feel stuck? Misunderstood? Like you are longing for something, but do not know what? Not only are your questions and frustrations valuable, they let us in on the experience of what led you to getting stuck.
Feel stuck? Misunderstood? Like you are longing for something, but do not know what? Not only are your questions and frustrations valuable, they let us in on the experience of what led you to getting stuck.
Are you in need of someone who can provide a listening ear? Whether you are looking for counseling for yourself, significant other, or family member, I am here to listen. It is my goal to help clients move past difficult life events, whether grief, loss, anxiety, depression, or trauma, by building a counseling relationship based on trust in a non-judgmental atmosphere. We will work on this together using various methods including but not limited to Mindfulness (self awareness), DBT (short term therapy), and Person Centered Approach (self-guided therapy).
Are you in need of someone who can provide a listening ear? Whether you are looking for counseling for yourself, significant other, or family member, I am here to listen. It is my goal to help clients move past difficult life events, whether grief, loss, anxiety, depression, or trauma, by building a counseling relationship based on trust in a non-judgmental atmosphere. We will work on this together using various methods including but not limited to Mindfulness (self awareness), DBT (short term therapy), and Person Centered Approach (self-guided therapy).
I assist my clients work through difficult times in their lives. I provide guidance and empathy to help you develop tools that can allow you to find peace and acceptance in your current situation. I believe in your strength and ability to thrive.
For new professionals, I am able to provide clinical supervision for those seeking their clinical social work license in Illinois or in Missouri.
I assist my clients work through difficult times in their lives. I provide guidance and empathy to help you develop tools that can allow you to find peace and acceptance in your current situation. I believe in your strength and ability to thrive.
For new professionals, I am able to provide clinical supervision for those seeking their clinical social work license in Illinois or in Missouri.
Welcome!
I’m here to support individuals who are ready to improve their well-being and take meaningful steps toward personal growth. My approach to therapy is holistic, recognizing the connection between how we live, think, feel, and learn—and how all of these influence our daily functioning.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and seeking support is a courageous first step. Whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or simply seeking better balance, I offer a compassionate, judgement-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Welcome!
I’m here to support individuals who are ready to improve their well-being and take meaningful steps toward personal growth. My approach to therapy is holistic, recognizing the connection between how we live, think, feel, and learn—and how all of these influence our daily functioning.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and seeking support is a courageous first step. Whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or simply seeking better balance, I offer a compassionate, judgement-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered.
With a strong background in crisis intervention, suicide prevention and adolescent depression and anxiety, I work with children, teens, adults and parents.
Within my 25+ years of experience, I've discovered an unexpected, yet natural and valuable niche of providing support not only to teens, but also to adults whose own needs may have been unmet, perhaps even neglected, during their childhood/adolescence. I welcome all. I consider it a privilege to walk beside you, providing both hope and skills for healing.
With a strong background in crisis intervention, suicide prevention and adolescent depression and anxiety, I work with children, teens, adults and parents.
Within my 25+ years of experience, I've discovered an unexpected, yet natural and valuable niche of providing support not only to teens, but also to adults whose own needs may have been unmet, perhaps even neglected, during their childhood/adolescence. I welcome all. I consider it a privilege to walk beside you, providing both hope and skills for healing.
Depression, anxiety and even thoughts of suicide can get better with therapy.
If you are experiencing a crisis and feel alone in the world. I can help you find hope for your future. I believe in the power of change through building a trusting relationship with someone who meets you where you are and leads you where you want to go.
Depression, anxiety and even thoughts of suicide can get better with therapy.
If you are experiencing a crisis and feel alone in the world. I can help you find hope for your future. I believe in the power of change through building a trusting relationship with someone who meets you where you are and leads you where you want to go.
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.
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.
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Healing is possible—and it can start today. I’m LaKetia Carrell, M.Ed., LPC, offering a safe, supportive space for those facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and the emotional toll of chronic pain. I specialize in intergenerational trauma and health-related stress because emotional pain often shows up in the body. Together, we’ll explore the root of your struggles and build tools to ease symptoms, improve daily functioning, and support more fulfilling, connected relationships. I welcome private-pay clients and select insurances. If therapy’s been on your mind, this is your sign—reach out today.
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Healing is possible—and it can start today. I’m LaKetia Carrell, M.Ed., LPC, offering a safe, supportive space for those facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and the emotional toll of chronic pain. I specialize in intergenerational trauma and health-related stress because emotional pain often shows up in the body. Together, we’ll explore the root of your struggles and build tools to ease symptoms, improve daily functioning, and support more fulfilling, connected relationships. I welcome private-pay clients and select insurances. If therapy’s been on your mind, this is your sign—reach out today.
Hello, my name is Peter and I provide general purpose mental health counseling. My goal is to help you restore emotional control of your life. I firmly believe that you are capable of positive change, that you can overcome distress, and that you will emerge a stronger person from your ordeal. Whether your struggles are temporary or more chronic in nature, I would be honored to listen to you, provide feedback, assist you in designing a treatment plan, and be your support throughout the process. I recognize your uniqueness as an individual and I will always respect your right to make decisions regarding treatment.
Hello, my name is Peter and I provide general purpose mental health counseling. My goal is to help you restore emotional control of your life. I firmly believe that you are capable of positive change, that you can overcome distress, and that you will emerge a stronger person from your ordeal. Whether your struggles are temporary or more chronic in nature, I would be honored to listen to you, provide feedback, assist you in designing a treatment plan, and be your support throughout the process. I recognize your uniqueness as an individual and I will always respect your right to make decisions regarding treatment.
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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.