Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Centerville, OH

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Jacklyn Samuels
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, BA, MA, LPC
3 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Jacklyn is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with six years of experience supporting young adults and adults through life’s challenges. She uses a compassionate, down‑to‑earth approach. Jacklyn works with individuals navigating anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, trauma, relationship concerns, self‑esteem and body image struggles, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.
Jacklyn is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with six years of experience supporting young adults and adults through life’s challenges. She uses a compassionate, down‑to‑earth approach. Jacklyn works with individuals navigating anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, trauma, relationship concerns, self‑esteem and body image struggles, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.
(937) 862-0500 View (937) 862-0500
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Caleb Westley Exhem
Pre-Licensed Professional
Centerville, OH 45459
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
Ideal clients are those that are the ages of 13 - 77; I want these ranges because I feel I can best help them with their issues and needs which for me so far it has been about changing some aspect of themselves that they are having issues with dealing. From the limited exposure the goals are dependent on the client and what they want at the time, I have also learned that being flexible and fluid is the best way to help clients.
(937) 909-0742 View (937) 909-0742
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Savannah Rodriguez
LPC Intern, CT
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress-related concerns, and emotional challenges that may feel overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. Many clients come to therapy seeking support during life transitions, after traumatic experiences, or while coping with mood and anxiety disorders. As a counselor trainee, I strive to provide a compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive environment where clients feel heard, safe, and supported as they build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and work toward long-term healing and personal growth.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress-related concerns, and emotional challenges that may feel overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. Many clients come to therapy seeking support during life transitions, after traumatic experiences, or while coping with mood and anxiety disorders. As a counselor trainee, I strive to provide a compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive environment where clients feel heard, safe, and supported as they build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and work toward long-term healing and personal growth.
(937) 857-6365 View (937) 857-6365
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Jessica Owens
Counselor, MAEd, LPCC
Centerville, OH 45459
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have facilitated several groups including topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, social skills, and creative journaling. I believe in tailoring therapy to each unique individual, drawing from a wide range of theories. I work collaboratively to identify what my clients want out of therapy and develop strength based goals. Using my creativity, I design interventions that will benefit clients in achieving their goals as well as have a little fun. Various forms of art and play are often incorporated into sessions.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have facilitated several groups including topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, social skills, and creative journaling. I believe in tailoring therapy to each unique individual, drawing from a wide range of theories. I work collaboratively to identify what my clients want out of therapy and develop strength based goals. Using my creativity, I design interventions that will benefit clients in achieving their goals as well as have a little fun. Various forms of art and play are often incorporated into sessions.
(937) 679-4173 View (937) 679-4173
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Emily C. Martineau
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45458
Waitlist for new clients
If you're seeking support to manage a mental health condition, make positive changes, process the past, or improve your self-care or relationships I would be honored to assist you. I believe in the inherent worth of each individual regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, sexuality, belief system, or educational or employment status. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Whether struggling with mental health, relationship challenges, life transition, healing from trauma, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to do it alone. I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices.
If you're seeking support to manage a mental health condition, make positive changes, process the past, or improve your self-care or relationships I would be honored to assist you. I believe in the inherent worth of each individual regardless of gender, race or ethnicity, sexuality, belief system, or educational or employment status. I believe each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Whether struggling with mental health, relationship challenges, life transition, healing from trauma, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to do it alone. I work with minors and adults using evidence based practices.
(937) 821-6602 View (937) 821-6602
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Jen Smith
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Online Only
While I have experience working with a wide variety of clients and issues, particular emphasis areas include: young adults, navigating life changes, managing academic and/or work stress, improving relationships, identity development and integration, queer and gender diverse experiences, impact of
While I have experience working with a wide variety of clients and issues, particular emphasis areas include: young adults, navigating life changes, managing academic and/or work stress, improving relationships, identity development and integration, queer and gender diverse experiences, impact of
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Alison Chabut Eskander
Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW
Centerville, OH 45459
Hi! My name is Ali and I am a licensed independent social worker and the owner of Heron Mental Health Ltd. I am located in Centerville, OH, and I see clients ages 18+, both in person and virtually. I currently accept Anthem, Aetna, and Cigna. I will also see private-pay clients on a sliding fee scale. Clients that are the "right fit" for me are clients that are ready to feel heard, ready to be gently challenged in their thought processes, and ready to make necessary changes to reach their personal goals. My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, ADHD, coming-of-age struggles, and grief.
Hi! My name is Ali and I am a licensed independent social worker and the owner of Heron Mental Health Ltd. I am located in Centerville, OH, and I see clients ages 18+, both in person and virtually. I currently accept Anthem, Aetna, and Cigna. I will also see private-pay clients on a sliding fee scale. Clients that are the "right fit" for me are clients that are ready to feel heard, ready to be gently challenged in their thought processes, and ready to make necessary changes to reach their personal goals. My specialty areas include depression, anxiety, ADHD, coming-of-age struggles, and grief.
(937) 632-1599 View (937) 632-1599
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Ammy L Nienaber
Counselor, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
I enjoy helping people ages 8 and up from all walks of life with a variety of mental health concerns, like depression, anxiety, difficult life changes, or those struggling with loss. I will connect with you where you are and work with you to meet your goals.
I enjoy helping people ages 8 and up from all walks of life with a variety of mental health concerns, like depression, anxiety, difficult life changes, or those struggling with loss. I will connect with you where you are and work with you to meet your goals.
(937) 882-2037 View (937) 882-2037
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Jenny Epling
Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Centerville, OH 45459
My personal life, professional training and work experience has truly enabled me to assist and support individuals and couples in a caring atmosphere without judgment or prejudice. I am passionate to help you unravel the issues that you want resolved in your life and move on while learning about your strengths and resilience in this process. We all have challenges and encounter road blocks but I believe that I can help you be your own strong advocate to implement effective ways to manage such challenges.
My personal life, professional training and work experience has truly enabled me to assist and support individuals and couples in a caring atmosphere without judgment or prejudice. I am passionate to help you unravel the issues that you want resolved in your life and move on while learning about your strengths and resilience in this process. We all have challenges and encounter road blocks but I believe that I can help you be your own strong advocate to implement effective ways to manage such challenges.
(937) 634-1322 View (937) 634-1322
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Kaitlyn Clinard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Centerville, OH 45459
Waitlist for new clients
I am a therapist who works primarily with adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, social challenges, and identity development. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and developmentally sensitive, with a strong emphasis on helping clients feel safe, understood, and respected in the therapy space. I believe therapy works best when clients are met where they are, not where they are “supposed” to be. I focus on building genuine rapport and trust, often using creative, conversational, and experiential strategies—such as shared interests, and narrative exploration to reduce anxiety.
I am a therapist who works primarily with adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, social challenges, and identity development. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and developmentally sensitive, with a strong emphasis on helping clients feel safe, understood, and respected in the therapy space. I believe therapy works best when clients are met where they are, not where they are “supposed” to be. I focus on building genuine rapport and trust, often using creative, conversational, and experiential strategies—such as shared interests, and narrative exploration to reduce anxiety.
(937) 749-9381 View (937) 749-9381
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Natalie Bressman
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, LICDC
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
My name is Dr. Natalie Bressman, and I am a Postdoctoral Fellow with almost a decade of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy as a LPC and LICDC. I work with people of all ages with the oldest client having been 103 years old.
My name is Dr. Natalie Bressman, and I am a Postdoctoral Fellow with almost a decade of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy as a LPC and LICDC. I work with people of all ages with the oldest client having been 103 years old.
(937) 563-4150 x28 View (937) 563-4150 x28
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Polaris Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Centerville, OH 45459
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
At Polaris Counseling Group, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Many of our clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD or other major life transitions—seeking clarity, healing, and direction. They’re ready to better understand themselves and build healthier patterns in their relationships, emotions, and identity.
(513) 905-4491 View (513) 905-4491
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Lisa Helm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Centerville, OH 45459
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
(937) 606-3147 View (937) 606-3147
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Paige Erdman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
At Ellie Mental Health, we strive to transform the culture of mental health by making care more accessible and providing individualized care that meets the client where they are. I work with clients 14 years and older, helping by walking alongside them in their journeys of finding their strengths and taking back control of their life. I have experience working with individuals presenting with challenges such as depression, anxiey, trauma, OCD, life transition issues, grief, among many others.
At Ellie Mental Health, we strive to transform the culture of mental health by making care more accessible and providing individualized care that meets the client where they are. I work with clients 14 years and older, helping by walking alongside them in their journeys of finding their strengths and taking back control of their life. I have experience working with individuals presenting with challenges such as depression, anxiey, trauma, OCD, life transition issues, grief, among many others.
(937) 858-6992 View (937) 858-6992
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Michaela Kronenberger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Centerville, OH 45458
I believe that beginning therapy is a brave and meaningful step toward healing. I’m honored to support individuals, children, families, and couples as they navigate challenges and move toward growth. My approach is grounded in a humanistic perspective, creating a compassionate space where your story is valued and you can explore your emotions without judgment. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to meet you with warmth, respect, and support. Healing takes courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I am a ADHD trained, I have advanced training in treating ADHD helping clients manage emotional and behavioral challenges.
I believe that beginning therapy is a brave and meaningful step toward healing. I’m honored to support individuals, children, families, and couples as they navigate challenges and move toward growth. My approach is grounded in a humanistic perspective, creating a compassionate space where your story is valued and you can explore your emotions without judgment. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to meet you with warmth, respect, and support. Healing takes courage, and you don’t have to do it alone. I am a ADHD trained, I have advanced training in treating ADHD helping clients manage emotional and behavioral challenges.
(937) 365-9961 View (937) 365-9961
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Carla Urbanas
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LICDC
2 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
(937) 719-0612 View (937) 719-0612
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Beth Collins
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You are at a crossroads in life - maybe feeling unsettled, maybe feeling like you're about to go under for the last time. It's time for a change. You've done your best on your own, but you need someone else on your side. You are the expert in your life, and I have experience walking with others as they find new direction. I offer Christian counseling and coaching services, believing we are each unique expressions of God's love. I can help you clarify your goals, and partner with you to make them a reality.
You are at a crossroads in life - maybe feeling unsettled, maybe feeling like you're about to go under for the last time. It's time for a change. You've done your best on your own, but you need someone else on your side. You are the expert in your life, and I have experience walking with others as they find new direction. I offer Christian counseling and coaching services, believing we are each unique expressions of God's love. I can help you clarify your goals, and partner with you to make them a reality.
(937) 528-1075 View (937) 528-1075
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Emily Underwood
Counselor, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Seeking support takes courage, and I admire that you're here. I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for those who are navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship issues, grief, identity exploration, and/or life transitions. My style is a mix of compassionate support and insightful exploration, rooted in empathy and genuine connection. I believe in the transformative power of self-discovery and tend to work best with curious individuals who seek a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.
Seeking support takes courage, and I admire that you're here. I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for those who are navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship issues, grief, identity exploration, and/or life transitions. My style is a mix of compassionate support and insightful exploration, rooted in empathy and genuine connection. I believe in the transformative power of self-discovery and tend to work best with curious individuals who seek a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.
(937) 807-4293 View (937) 807-4293
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Elaine Pritchett
Counselor, MS, LPCC, S
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
With Compassion and understanding I focus on helping clients find positive pathways to better their lives and overcome obstacles that stand in their way. I have a practical, laid back approach to therapy and help clients see different choices and begin achieving their goals. Using evidence based treatment my therapeutic approach is to provide support and give practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.
With Compassion and understanding I focus on helping clients find positive pathways to better their lives and overcome obstacles that stand in their way. I have a practical, laid back approach to therapy and help clients see different choices and begin achieving their goals. Using evidence based treatment my therapeutic approach is to provide support and give practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.
(937) 634-7434 View (937) 634-7434
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Dr. Daniel Bush
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, PhD, MA, MDiv, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
Do you feel like you’re just surviving, rather than truly living? Life’s challenges can often keep us at the surface, but deep within, there's a longing for more—a transformation that touches the soul. I don’t just help you manage anxiety, anger, or relationship issues. I walk alongside you, guiding you toward the heart of your struggles to uncover the patterns and beliefs that have shaped your journey. Together, we’ll unlock a more authentic version of yourself, allowing you to experience life with newfound freedom and purpose. If you're ready to embrace growth and live with greater intention, let’s take this step together.
(859) 209-6427 View (859) 209-6427

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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.