Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Cheltenham, PA

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Annie ( Anna) M Byrne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CDVRS, CCTP, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Populations that I have worked with include areas of trauma, grief, depression, self injurious behaviors, suicide Ideation, bullying, substance abuse, self esteem and includes Life Matters from Birth to death.
I utilize elements of psycho-education, trauma focused CBT, mindfulness, cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, solution focused, and the most importantly; processing with my patient to develop the right treatment plan throughout a collaborative process.
Populations that I have worked with include areas of trauma, grief, depression, self injurious behaviors, suicide Ideation, bullying, substance abuse, self esteem and includes Life Matters from Birth to death.
I utilize elements of psycho-education, trauma focused CBT, mindfulness, cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, solution focused, and the most importantly; processing with my patient to develop the right treatment plan throughout a collaborative process.
(215) 631-3602 View (215) 631-3602
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Stewart Hockenberry
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Each of us comes to psychotherapy for different reasons, and while no two psychotherapy journeys will be alike, we all require the same essential conditions of empathy, acceptance, and supportive encouragement to examine our lives with an attitude of curiosity and a creative vision for change. As a licensed psychologist with a wide-range of training and clinical experience, I am committed to establishing a therapeutic relationship that is dedicated toward understanding the circumstances that have brought you to this point in your life and in drawing upon your strengths and resources for taking your life in a new direction.
Each of us comes to psychotherapy for different reasons, and while no two psychotherapy journeys will be alike, we all require the same essential conditions of empathy, acceptance, and supportive encouragement to examine our lives with an attitude of curiosity and a creative vision for change. As a licensed psychologist with a wide-range of training and clinical experience, I am committed to establishing a therapeutic relationship that is dedicated toward understanding the circumstances that have brought you to this point in your life and in drawing upon your strengths and resources for taking your life in a new direction.
(215) 995-0098 View (215) 995-0098
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Daniel Snock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience helping people navigate life’s messier moments. I offer virtual therapy rooted in real talk, practical strategies, and a supportive partnership—because you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I believe therapy works best when it's a team effort. My approach is grounded in collaboration, transparency, and creating a space where you feel genuinely seen and supported.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience helping people navigate life’s messier moments. I offer virtual therapy rooted in real talk, practical strategies, and a supportive partnership—because you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I believe therapy works best when it's a team effort. My approach is grounded in collaboration, transparency, and creating a space where you feel genuinely seen and supported.
(717) 616-2902 View (717) 616-2902
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Serves Area
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
(267) 310-0898 View (267) 310-0898
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The Center for Family Empowerment
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you have a child or teen struggling with big emotions or fitting in with peers? Anxiety, depression, or self-harm? Self-esteem, confidence, or body image? Maybe something at home feels off, communication is lacking, frustrations are running high, and you're feeling lost as to the next best steps. As a team of highly specialized and skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and families in a variety of settings, we are equipped to support you as an individual, or your child, your teen, and your family.
Do you have a child or teen struggling with big emotions or fitting in with peers? Anxiety, depression, or self-harm? Self-esteem, confidence, or body image? Maybe something at home feels off, communication is lacking, frustrations are running high, and you're feeling lost as to the next best steps. As a team of highly specialized and skilled clinicians with extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and families in a variety of settings, we are equipped to support you as an individual, or your child, your teen, and your family.
(215) 613-4758 View (215) 613-4758
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Gary J DeVine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCPCC
Serves Area
DeVine Interventions Group, LLC is a general mental health practice in NW Philadelphia, offering in-person and video sessions. Hours are flexible. Gary DeVine is licensed, insured, and credentialed by insurance companies and EAP's. Treatment is evidence based, utilizing CBT, MI, ACT and Rogerian techniques. This practice is also faith-based, for those who are Christian.
DeVine Interventions Group, LLC is a general mental health practice in NW Philadelphia, offering in-person and video sessions. Hours are flexible. Gary DeVine is licensed, insured, and credentialed by insurance companies and EAP's. Treatment is evidence based, utilizing CBT, MI, ACT and Rogerian techniques. This practice is also faith-based, for those who are Christian.
(267) 331-4847 View (267) 331-4847
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Hannah Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Imagine a space where you can express yourself in many different forms as you feel most comfortable; where you can try out new ways of being in your life and in your relationships. I strive to provide a space like this; where your thoughts, feelings and most tender parts can be revealed, nurtured, heard and seen. I enjoy the limitless diversity of brain chemistries, ethnicities, sexualities and gender expressions that exist among us. I also appreciate the diversity of life experience that each of us holds, and believe that there is wisdom and expertise within each of us to enable healing, but we don't always know how to access it.
Imagine a space where you can express yourself in many different forms as you feel most comfortable; where you can try out new ways of being in your life and in your relationships. I strive to provide a space like this; where your thoughts, feelings and most tender parts can be revealed, nurtured, heard and seen. I enjoy the limitless diversity of brain chemistries, ethnicities, sexualities and gender expressions that exist among us. I also appreciate the diversity of life experience that each of us holds, and believe that there is wisdom and expertise within each of us to enable healing, but we don't always know how to access it.
(267) 754-8020 View (267) 754-8020

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Dustin N Kurtek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Exton, PA 19341
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is my goal in partnering with clients in navigating through life's twists and turns, being a guide towards a middle path of acceptance and change. My focus is to empower clients to transform coping strategies into skills of daily living, identify and release themselves from self-destructive patterns that led them to treatment, doing so in an environment that encourages growth and development.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is my goal in partnering with clients in navigating through life's twists and turns, being a guide towards a middle path of acceptance and change. My focus is to empower clients to transform coping strategies into skills of daily living, identify and release themselves from self-destructive patterns that led them to treatment, doing so in an environment that encourages growth and development.
(570) 541-4511 View (570) 541-4511
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Danielle White
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy is a gift. It is transformative. It is empowering. And empowering others through warmth, support, compassion, evidence-based therapeutic practices, and psychoeducation is what gets my blood pumping. My fundamental goal is to help you discover the strength and agency within yourself to make important choices which espouse positive change. Emotions can be difficult to navigate. I firmly and emphatically believe that, together, we can identify and employ effective tools which serve as a catalyst for allowing you to experience improved wellness and enjoy an enduringly elevated quality of life.
Therapy is a gift. It is transformative. It is empowering. And empowering others through warmth, support, compassion, evidence-based therapeutic practices, and psychoeducation is what gets my blood pumping. My fundamental goal is to help you discover the strength and agency within yourself to make important choices which espouse positive change. Emotions can be difficult to navigate. I firmly and emphatically believe that, together, we can identify and employ effective tools which serve as a catalyst for allowing you to experience improved wellness and enjoy an enduringly elevated quality of life.
(610) 510-8545 View (610) 510-8545
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Michele Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I have deep experience supporting college students, young adults, people exploring identity & people living with self-harm or suicidal thoughts.
You’re doing a lot for everyone, and at the same time you’re trying to hold on to who you are. Maybe you’re figuring out adulthood, balancing school or work, managing relationships, or trying to feel like “yourself” while also being there for other people. Big changes — starting college, career shifts, breakups, becoming a parent, identity changes — can feel overwhelming, lonely, or like a loss. You don’t have to sort it out alone. This is a space to say what’s really going on, without having to minimize it or make it sound okay.
I have deep experience supporting college students, young adults, people exploring identity & people living with self-harm or suicidal thoughts.
You’re doing a lot for everyone, and at the same time you’re trying to hold on to who you are. Maybe you’re figuring out adulthood, balancing school or work, managing relationships, or trying to feel like “yourself” while also being there for other people. Big changes — starting college, career shifts, breakups, becoming a parent, identity changes — can feel overwhelming, lonely, or like a loss. You don’t have to sort it out alone. This is a space to say what’s really going on, without having to minimize it or make it sound okay.
(267) 656-7056 View (267) 656-7056
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Erin Cullen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Exton, PA 19341
Life can feel overwhelming at times. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported—exactly where you are in your journey. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or the weight of past experiences, you don’t have to carry it alone. I am trained in EMDR and bring many years of experience from both intensive treatment settings and outpatient counseling. This means I can adapt our work together to meet your unique needs, whether you’re looking for practical tools to manage daily stress or deeper healing from past hurt.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported—exactly where you are in your journey. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or the weight of past experiences, you don’t have to carry it alone. I am trained in EMDR and bring many years of experience from both intensive treatment settings and outpatient counseling. This means I can adapt our work together to meet your unique needs, whether you’re looking for practical tools to manage daily stress or deeper healing from past hurt.
(717) 807-7311 View (717) 807-7311
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reNEW YOU Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
4 Endorsed
Royersford, PA 19468
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
There is help for you, your child, teen, young adult, and family! We passionately serve all of our clients with the goal to help them reach their highest potential. We believe in early intervention and supporting people through their feelings, thoughts, transitions, and adversities as early as possible in order to reduce the onset of more serious psychopathology in later years. We also believe in compassionately supporting the family system and educating parents on childhood development, parenting strategies, healthier ways to manage their own emotions, breaking generational trauma, and learn healthier communication and connection.
(484) 593-7979 View (484) 593-7979
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Growth Minded Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
When life's challenges feel overwhelming, burdensome, confusing, uncertain, hopeless, or difficult to imagine changed, it can make all the difference to find the right support to guide you or your loved one to a renewed sense of strength.
When life's challenges feel overwhelming, burdensome, confusing, uncertain, hopeless, or difficult to imagine changed, it can make all the difference to find the right support to guide you or your loved one to a renewed sense of strength.
(484) 285-4874 View (484) 285-4874
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Taylor Sczymecki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome to my practice. I'm Margaret Hoyne Brown, LMFT, a seasoned clinician dedicated to providing a compassionate and supportive space for your personal growth and healing journey. With a blend of authentic empathy, good humor, and imaginative yet pragmatic approaches, I tailor therapy sessions to suit your unique needs. I specialize in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Oriented Therapy, which have been proven to deliver optimal clinical results and foster rapid improvement.
Welcome to my practice. I'm Margaret Hoyne Brown, LMFT, a seasoned clinician dedicated to providing a compassionate and supportive space for your personal growth and healing journey. With a blend of authentic empathy, good humor, and imaginative yet pragmatic approaches, I tailor therapy sessions to suit your unique needs. I specialize in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Oriented Therapy, which have been proven to deliver optimal clinical results and foster rapid improvement.
(215) 608-3327 View (215) 608-3327
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Lexie Kremp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a trauma-informed, attachment-based therapist, I’m not interested in fixing you. I am interested in simply getting to know you. That’s it. Of course, we will be working together on YOU. But our relationship will be the center of the work. I ask that you show up each session as yourself, as much as you can that day, and we will take it from there. If showing up as yourself sounds scary, I totally understand. I will always work to show up as myself, too. You can expect me to tell you about my cat, or the coffee place I’ve tried recently, or to talk about whatever book I am reading. My goal is for therapy to be a conversation.
As a trauma-informed, attachment-based therapist, I’m not interested in fixing you. I am interested in simply getting to know you. That’s it. Of course, we will be working together on YOU. But our relationship will be the center of the work. I ask that you show up each session as yourself, as much as you can that day, and we will take it from there. If showing up as yourself sounds scary, I totally understand. I will always work to show up as myself, too. You can expect me to tell you about my cat, or the coffee place I’ve tried recently, or to talk about whatever book I am reading. My goal is for therapy to be a conversation.
(215) 714-4300 View (215) 714-4300
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Dr. Ellen C Bronder
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Offering help for depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, stress & burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.
Offering help for depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, stress & burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.
(216) 299-3810 View (216) 299-3810
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Dese'Rae L. Stage
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Using an eclectic approach, mainly rooted in relational and attachment-based work, alongside some CBT techniques and DBT skills training, I work with teens and adults experiencing suicidal ideation & self-injury, grief/traumatic loss, ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood & personality disorders, queer and gender issues, fertility challenges (especially for those who are visibly queer), queer family-building, and pregnancy loss—many of which I have personal experience with.
It’s important to me to be transparent about my positionality, in terms of my identity and lived experiences, as well as being someone who seeks mental health services, myself—I know what it's like to be in the therapy chair and sitting across from it. To that end, I come to my work as a partner and a support, rather than an expert.
Using an eclectic approach, mainly rooted in relational and attachment-based work, alongside some CBT techniques and DBT skills training, I work with teens and adults experiencing suicidal ideation & self-injury, grief/traumatic loss, ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood & personality disorders, queer and gender issues, fertility challenges (especially for those who are visibly queer), queer family-building, and pregnancy loss—many of which I have personal experience with.
It’s important to me to be transparent about my positionality, in terms of my identity and lived experiences, as well as being someone who seeks mental health services, myself—I know what it's like to be in the therapy chair and sitting across from it. To that end, I come to my work as a partner and a support, rather than an expert.
(215) 631-8350 View (215) 631-8350
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Gabriella (Ella) Arsuaga
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
1 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
I have several years of experience helping teens and adults with depression, anxiety, and suicidal feelings.
Hi, I’m Ella, a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating the messy parts of life—whether that is anxiety, depression, identity questions, big transitions, or a deep sense of “I just don’t feel like myself lately.” Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward—especially when they have been trying to hold it all together for a long time. My role is not to fix you (you're not broken). It is to walk with you through the fog, help you untangle what’s beneath the surface, and find a way forward.
I have several years of experience helping teens and adults with depression, anxiety, and suicidal feelings.
Hi, I’m Ella, a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating the messy parts of life—whether that is anxiety, depression, identity questions, big transitions, or a deep sense of “I just don’t feel like myself lately.” Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward—especially when they have been trying to hold it all together for a long time. My role is not to fix you (you're not broken). It is to walk with you through the fog, help you untangle what’s beneath the surface, and find a way forward.
(484) 324-4218 View (484) 324-4218
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Nicholas G DeMaria
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Malvern, PA 19355
Do you feel like you need to take a closer look at your life? Maybe something doesn't feel quite right, and you're looking for guidance to identify and overcome that challenge. Therapy with me is a process which involves examining your feelings and experiences to illuminate a path to a better quality of life. Getting the help you need through therapy can be courageous and empowering. It would be my privilege to help light the way forward for you.
Do you feel like you need to take a closer look at your life? Maybe something doesn't feel quite right, and you're looking for guidance to identify and overcome that challenge. Therapy with me is a process which involves examining your feelings and experiences to illuminate a path to a better quality of life. Getting the help you need through therapy can be courageous and empowering. It would be my privilege to help light the way forward for you.
(610) 600-6461 View (610) 600-6461
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Opal DBT
Psychologist, PsyD
Berwyn, PA 19312
DBT has been demonstrated to improve the functioning of people who struggle to manage thoughts, feelings, and urges (including self-harm and suicidal thoughts/gestures).
OPAL is a treatment program offering Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teens, young adults, families, and parents. Comprehensive DBT is a treatment approach that incorporates multiple modalities, including individual therapy, group skills training, and support between sessions in the form of on-call phone coaching. We also offer the following skills groups: Multifamily, Young Adult, and Dialectical Parenting.
DBT has been demonstrated to improve the functioning of people who struggle to manage thoughts, feelings, and urges (including self-harm and suicidal thoughts/gestures).
OPAL is a treatment program offering Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teens, young adults, families, and parents. Comprehensive DBT is a treatment approach that incorporates multiple modalities, including individual therapy, group skills training, and support between sessions in the form of on-call phone coaching. We also offer the following skills groups: Multifamily, Young Adult, and Dialectical Parenting.
(484) 214-2766 View (484) 214-2766

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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.