Suicidal Ideation Therapists in New York, NY
Gillian Murphy, Ph.D.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
I have worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years, providing direct care through individual therapy and community-based crisis intervention, as well as the supervision and training of professionals in suicide assessment and intervention.
I am a NY, NJ, and CT licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I was born and raised in Ireland and received my BA in Psychology from University College Dublin. After coming to the US, I received both my MSW and Ph.D. from Columbia University School of Social Work. I am trained in CBT and DBT, both evidence-based approaches to the treatment of a range of mental health concerns. These therapeutic approaches provide flexible frameworks through which to view presenting issues and are practical and skill-based which allow for gains to be carried forward long after therapy has finished.
I have worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years, providing direct care through individual therapy and community-based crisis intervention, as well as the supervision and training of professionals in suicide assessment and intervention.
I am a NY, NJ, and CT licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I was born and raised in Ireland and received my BA in Psychology from University College Dublin. After coming to the US, I received both my MSW and Ph.D. from Columbia University School of Social Work. I am trained in CBT and DBT, both evidence-based approaches to the treatment of a range of mental health concerns. These therapeutic approaches provide flexible frameworks through which to view presenting issues and are practical and skill-based which allow for gains to be carried forward long after therapy has finished.
My diverse background has allowed me to help individuals around the world to reach their personal goals and guide them, step-by-step, to achieve higher levels of success. I am a psychotherapist specialized in helping those struggling with daily stressors, depression/anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, and problems associated (e.g. career, college) eating issues, substance abuse, as well as suicidal and non- suicidal self-injurious behaviors. I have particular expertise in working with individuals from a multicultural perspective, including but not limited to, LGBT populations and providing psychotherapy in Spanish"
My diverse background has allowed me to help individuals around the world to reach their personal goals and guide them, step-by-step, to achieve higher levels of success. I am a psychotherapist specialized in helping those struggling with daily stressors, depression/anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, and problems associated (e.g. career, college) eating issues, substance abuse, as well as suicidal and non- suicidal self-injurious behaviors. I have particular expertise in working with individuals from a multicultural perspective, including but not limited to, LGBT populations and providing psychotherapy in Spanish"
I provide evidence-based, effective, and collaborative psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and incorporate aspects of other behavioral therapies into my practice as appropriate. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and offer DBT-informed treatment. I have a particular interest in working with adolescents and young adults struggling with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, trauma, depression, suicidal ideation, non- suicidal self-injurious behaviors, and anxiety.
I provide evidence-based, effective, and collaborative psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and incorporate aspects of other behavioral therapies into my practice as appropriate. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and offer DBT-informed treatment. I have a particular interest in working with adolescents and young adults struggling with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, trauma, depression, suicidal ideation, non- suicidal self-injurious behaviors, and anxiety.
Have you suffered a loss from a divorce, lost a loved one in unexpected or traumatic circumstances or perhaps to suicide? I have particular expertise in those who have experienced divorce, survivors of trauma, and family members who have lost loved ones to suicide. I work with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment and find that clients are better able to openly explore their feelings in that way. I strive to understand the concerns my clients and couples come to me with and to empower them to effect change in their relationships and lives.
Have you suffered a loss from a divorce, lost a loved one in unexpected or traumatic circumstances or perhaps to suicide? I have particular expertise in those who have experienced divorce, survivors of trauma, and family members who have lost loved ones to suicide. I work with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment and find that clients are better able to openly explore their feelings in that way. I strive to understand the concerns my clients and couples come to me with and to empower them to effect change in their relationships and lives.
My expertise is in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and a cluster of symptoms that can often include: suicidal thinking, self-injury, impulsive behavior, difficulty concentrating or explaining why you get upset, eating or substance issues.
The decision to start therapy can be a difficult one. Therapy offers the chance to learn new ways to cope with emotional distress or challenges in life. It can help you identify and modify unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior, and supply you with effective coping skills. The goal is to work towards developing a more balanced and fulfilling life. I specialize in delivery of evidence-based psychotherapy, specifically CBT, DBT, and mindfulness meditation techniques. I provide individual therapy, family counseling, parenting skills, and weekly DBT skills group therapy.
My expertise is in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and a cluster of symptoms that can often include: suicidal thinking, self-injury, impulsive behavior, difficulty concentrating or explaining why you get upset, eating or substance issues.
The decision to start therapy can be a difficult one. Therapy offers the chance to learn new ways to cope with emotional distress or challenges in life. It can help you identify and modify unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior, and supply you with effective coping skills. The goal is to work towards developing a more balanced and fulfilling life. I specialize in delivery of evidence-based psychotherapy, specifically CBT, DBT, and mindfulness meditation techniques. I provide individual therapy, family counseling, parenting skills, and weekly DBT skills group therapy.
I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and self-harm.
Do you ever feel weighed down by feelings of sadness or anxiety? Do those feelings make it difficult to find the motivation to get through the day and positively interact with others? Do they cause you to miss out on the joys of life, which in turn, intensifies those negative feelings? Maybe you feel like you're standing in quick sand. No matter how hard you try, you find that you're still stuck. I am here to help you uncover the tools to free yourself and forge a path towards healing.
I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and self-harm.
Do you ever feel weighed down by feelings of sadness or anxiety? Do those feelings make it difficult to find the motivation to get through the day and positively interact with others? Do they cause you to miss out on the joys of life, which in turn, intensifies those negative feelings? Maybe you feel like you're standing in quick sand. No matter how hard you try, you find that you're still stuck. I am here to help you uncover the tools to free yourself and forge a path towards healing.
David Diaz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
David incorporates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities, and he can conduct therapy sessions in English and Spanish. He is passionate in listening to a client’s story on who they were, and what story they would like to have today and tomorrow. He has vast experience working with people who are challenged by depression and/or anxiety and people who have a history of self-harm and suicidal ideation. David has experience and enjoys working with clients in overcoming sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, intergenerational and racial trauma within the Queer and LGBTQIA+ communities.
David incorporates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities, and he can conduct therapy sessions in English and Spanish. He is passionate in listening to a client’s story on who they were, and what story they would like to have today and tomorrow. He has vast experience working with people who are challenged by depression and/or anxiety and people who have a history of self-harm and suicidal ideation. David has experience and enjoys working with clients in overcoming sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, intergenerational and racial trauma within the Queer and LGBTQIA+ communities.
William Kuo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
Will is a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified DBT Clinician who also specializes in CBT and other treatments to help clients live more fulfilling and meaningful lives by reducing stress, improving relationships, and achieving professional goals. Will works with adults and couples in a warm and collaborative fashion, using personalized, research-supported methods to help clients identify and change ineffective thought patterns and behaviors. He helps people struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, OCD, and other emotional and behavioral difficulties.
Will is a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified DBT Clinician who also specializes in CBT and other treatments to help clients live more fulfilling and meaningful lives by reducing stress, improving relationships, and achieving professional goals. Will works with adults and couples in a warm and collaborative fashion, using personalized, research-supported methods to help clients identify and change ineffective thought patterns and behaviors. He helps people struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, OCD, and other emotional and behavioral difficulties.
Working with children, adults and families I am committed to foster a collaborative process tailored to fit your needs and style. I will help you work through challenges of coping with distressing emotions, difficulties in relationships, issues of transitions, identity development, and cultural diversity. I am also experienced working with those who struggle with suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors. I would like to be your guide as we work together to uncover the happiest version of yourself, your child, or your family — and help you to become it. All while developing the strength and flexibility of your mind.
Working with children, adults and families I am committed to foster a collaborative process tailored to fit your needs and style. I will help you work through challenges of coping with distressing emotions, difficulties in relationships, issues of transitions, identity development, and cultural diversity. I am also experienced working with those who struggle with suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors. I would like to be your guide as we work together to uncover the happiest version of yourself, your child, or your family — and help you to become it. All while developing the strength and flexibility of your mind.
As a DBT therapist, I work with individuals who may have struggled with suicidal ideation, self harm, substance abuse, emotion dysregulation, and difficulties with relationships. Often I see clients who identify as highly sensitive and have a hard time accepting this about themselves due to the intensity of their emotions. It is my goal to assist these individuals in understanding the absolute strength their sensitivity can be once they learn to not only self-regulate, but embrace this quality. I believe the most beautiful thing about DBT treatment is the primary goal of getting clients to live a life they truly find worth living.
As a DBT therapist, I work with individuals who may have struggled with suicidal ideation, self harm, substance abuse, emotion dysregulation, and difficulties with relationships. Often I see clients who identify as highly sensitive and have a hard time accepting this about themselves due to the intensity of their emotions. It is my goal to assist these individuals in understanding the absolute strength their sensitivity can be once they learn to not only self-regulate, but embrace this quality. I believe the most beautiful thing about DBT treatment is the primary goal of getting clients to live a life they truly find worth living.
Schneck specializes specifically in grief for suicide loss.
Noam Schneck, PhD, is a New York State licensed clinical psychologist and an assistant professor of psychology at Columbia University in the Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Schneck provides psychological treatments utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented therapy and mindfulness approaches within the context of a warm and caring relationship. His research work investigates the processes by which unwanted and painful thoughts come to mind and influence behavior and life functioning. He has a wide array of experience treating children, pre-adolescents, teenagers and adults.
Schneck specializes specifically in grief for suicide loss.
Noam Schneck, PhD, is a New York State licensed clinical psychologist and an assistant professor of psychology at Columbia University in the Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Schneck provides psychological treatments utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented therapy and mindfulness approaches within the context of a warm and caring relationship. His research work investigates the processes by which unwanted and painful thoughts come to mind and influence behavior and life functioning. He has a wide array of experience treating children, pre-adolescents, teenagers and adults.
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My name is Mary Hanley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Long Island, New York. I have over 6 years of experience working with people affected by cancer and other chronic illnesses, people who are grieving, and those affected by mood disorders. Most of my clinical work involves a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Mindfulness and somatic experiencing are often features of this work. In my previous experience with clients facing a terminal illness and/or experiencing suicidal thoughts, Existential Therapy was an approach I often used as well.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CAC, CSAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, grief, substance use, suicide care, and life transitions.
My clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions or struggles with substance use. They may be striving for perfection, adjusting to a new culture, or seeking a safe space within the LGBTQ+ community. They are looking for more than just a quick fix—they want to understand themselves, find peace, and create lasting change. In our work together, I offer compassionate support in a non-judgmental space where they can explore emotions, work through challenges, and gain clarity to live authentically.
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, grief, substance use, suicide care, and life transitions.
My clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions or struggles with substance use. They may be striving for perfection, adjusting to a new culture, or seeking a safe space within the LGBTQ+ community. They are looking for more than just a quick fix—they want to understand themselves, find peace, and create lasting change. In our work together, I offer compassionate support in a non-judgmental space where they can explore emotions, work through challenges, and gain clarity to live authentically.
Sybil A Young
LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
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I have succesfully engaged with individuals, families and couples, as well as children, that have had personal struggles with depression, suicide, family conflict, domestic violence, drugs and alcohol, including a range of other life issues.
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I have succesfully engaged with individuals, families and couples, as well as children, that have had personal struggles with depression, suicide, family conflict, domestic violence, drugs and alcohol, including a range of other life issues.
Have you come to the point in your life where you desire to see a change? You've come to the right place. Begin your journey toward change, where you will have the opportunity to be heard, supported and encouraged to discover your own personal strength to achieve a sense of normalcy in your life. Come to an environment where you can feel free to express feelings of fear, insecurity, loneliness, anger, pain, sadness, etc. The time for change has come.....
I am a licensed creative arts therapist who works with adults and adolescents in helping them resolve their mental health issues. I specialize in PTSD, anger management, grief, depression, suicidal prevention and relationship problems using creative arts modalities. My approach to therapy involves creating a safe space for clients to express their inner feelings/conflicts freely. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults at a psychiatric inpatient unit in a New York City hospital. I am currently accepting new clients and am available on weekdays and Saturdays for therapy sessions. I am bilingual in English and Korean.
I am a licensed creative arts therapist who works with adults and adolescents in helping them resolve their mental health issues. I specialize in PTSD, anger management, grief, depression, suicidal prevention and relationship problems using creative arts modalities. My approach to therapy involves creating a safe space for clients to express their inner feelings/conflicts freely. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults at a psychiatric inpatient unit in a New York City hospital. I am currently accepting new clients and am available on weekdays and Saturdays for therapy sessions. I am bilingual in English and Korean.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, Student, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10013
I offer structured, evidence-based support while staying flexible to your unique needs. I’m passionate about working with individuals who are queer, those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or traits of BPD, as well as those experiencing emotion dysregulation, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and those at the intersection of these identities and challenges.
I offer structured, evidence-based support while staying flexible to your unique needs. I’m passionate about working with individuals who are queer, those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or traits of BPD, as well as those experiencing emotion dysregulation, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and those at the intersection of these identities and challenges.
Our mental health practice includes online psychiatry, mental health therapy, and care for patients who have suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
My goal as a therapist is to help you make meaningful changes. I specialize in working with adolescents, offering guidance and tools tailored to the unique experiences and needs they may face during this stage of life.
Our mental health practice includes online psychiatry, mental health therapy, and care for patients who have suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
My goal as a therapist is to help you make meaningful changes. I specialize in working with adolescents, offering guidance and tools tailored to the unique experiences and needs they may face during this stage of life.
Her clinical experience is working with clients presenting with issues associated depression, suicidal Ideation, anxiety, PTSD/ trauma, psychotic disorders, substance abuse disorders, grief/loss, and community reintegration.
A compassionate person by nature, Whitney has a strong desire to make a positive difference in others’ lives. She works to provide a trusting atmosphere that encourages development, while utilizing multiple techniques and intervention strategies to best serve her clients.
Her clinical experience is working with clients presenting with issues associated depression, suicidal Ideation, anxiety, PTSD/ trauma, psychotic disorders, substance abuse disorders, grief/loss, and community reintegration.
A compassionate person by nature, Whitney has a strong desire to make a positive difference in others’ lives. She works to provide a trusting atmosphere that encourages development, while utilizing multiple techniques and intervention strategies to best serve her clients.
Valerie Nivar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10044 (Online Only)
Our mental health practice includes online psychiatry, mental health therapy, and care for patients who have suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
Your wellbeing matters, and I’m here to support you in navigating the challenges that may be standing in the way of your happiness and fulfillment.Through our work together, we’ll focus on understanding what may be holding you back and finding ways to move forward with clarity and purpose.
Our mental health practice includes online psychiatry, mental health therapy, and care for patients who have suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
Your wellbeing matters, and I’m here to support you in navigating the challenges that may be standing in the way of your happiness and fulfillment.Through our work together, we’ll focus on understanding what may be holding you back and finding ways to move forward with clarity and purpose.
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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.