Suicidal Ideation Therapists in 02655

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Bob Fournier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Osterville, MA 02655
My primary focus in psychotherapy is to help persons who are suffering the effects of undo stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or risk-for-harm. I work with my clients to help them address the physical, psychological, social, or spiritual issues that impede their well-being. My intent and hope is to help you be the best you can be.
My primary focus in psychotherapy is to help persons who are suffering the effects of undo stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or risk-for-harm. I work with my clients to help them address the physical, psychological, social, or spiritual issues that impede their well-being. My intent and hope is to help you be the best you can be.
(508) 213-8000 View (508) 213-8000
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Brendan Kennedy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Osterville, MA 02655  (Online Only)
Use the website link on this page to book a session. As a therapist, I understand the importance of providing individualized, holistic care to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. My goal is to empower my clients to overcome these challenges and improve their overall well-being. To achieve this, I utilize a combination of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and an eclectic approach that takes into account each client's unique circumstances and needs. CBT is a highly effective therapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
Use the website link on this page to book a session. As a therapist, I understand the importance of providing individualized, holistic care to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. My goal is to empower my clients to overcome these challenges and improve their overall well-being. To achieve this, I utilize a combination of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and an eclectic approach that takes into account each client's unique circumstances and needs. CBT is a highly effective therapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
(508) 625-7894 View (508) 625-7894
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Glen A Freiband
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Osterville, MA 02655
I have been a human being for 64 years, a practicing psychotherapist for 22. I invite you to stand shoulder to shoulder with me in our journey to ease your suffering and achieve your goals. Therapy offers many possibilities- seeing old problems in a new and open way, being more alive in the world, celebrating the possibility of wonder, or learning more effective strategies for relating. This means exploring and addressing various kinds of dilemmas and pain. It may simply mean support with your creative process, or more commonly, with the feeling that you are “stuck”.
I have been a human being for 64 years, a practicing psychotherapist for 22. I invite you to stand shoulder to shoulder with me in our journey to ease your suffering and achieve your goals. Therapy offers many possibilities- seeing old problems in a new and open way, being more alive in the world, celebrating the possibility of wonder, or learning more effective strategies for relating. This means exploring and addressing various kinds of dilemmas and pain. It may simply mean support with your creative process, or more commonly, with the feeling that you are “stuck”.
(774) 316-7564 View (774) 316-7564
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Cargill Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Osterville, MA 02655
Not accepting new clients
I am Psychologist with extensive experience treating many psychological issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger, and weight management as well as other common psychological issues. I rely on a combination of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-oriented therapies to more insight oriented personality/interpersonal approaches. I see more adults than children but do treat children ages six and above for anxiety and depression. I also treat adolescents, couples and include family members in treatment.
I am Psychologist with extensive experience treating many psychological issues. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger, and weight management as well as other common psychological issues. I rely on a combination of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-oriented therapies to more insight oriented personality/interpersonal approaches. I see more adults than children but do treat children ages six and above for anxiety and depression. I also treat adolescents, couples and include family members in treatment.
(978) 384-0983 View (978) 384-0983

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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.