Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Gray, TN
Life isn't easy. Throw in some anxiety, depression, life events, and a few relationship issues, and NOW it feels like the hard days outweigh the easy ones. You need space to breathe, to be heard, and to feel safe. Therapy offers that space—to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and gain practical tools to stay grounded. Together, we’ll build practical tools to keep you unfrazzled in the chaos that anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions endlessly create. If you’re ready for real change, I’d be honored to help you find your way to a calm, collected and connected self, no matter what life brings.
Life isn't easy. Throw in some anxiety, depression, life events, and a few relationship issues, and NOW it feels like the hard days outweigh the easy ones. You need space to breathe, to be heard, and to feel safe. Therapy offers that space—to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and gain practical tools to stay grounded. Together, we’ll build practical tools to keep you unfrazzled in the chaos that anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions endlessly create. If you’re ready for real change, I’d be honored to help you find your way to a calm, collected and connected self, no matter what life brings.
Hello and welcome! Starting therapy or even returning to therapy can be scary. It is not easy to be vulnerable and doing work in therapy can be hard, but when you find a good fit for a therapist it can be a lot less daunting and a lot more rewarding. If you are an adult and wanting a safe, inviting, and comforting space to cry, process, laugh and/or share good news, then I have the space for you! And if you are a coffee, tea, animal or plant lover then we already have something in common!
Hello and welcome! Starting therapy or even returning to therapy can be scary. It is not easy to be vulnerable and doing work in therapy can be hard, but when you find a good fit for a therapist it can be a lot less daunting and a lot more rewarding. If you are an adult and wanting a safe, inviting, and comforting space to cry, process, laugh and/or share good news, then I have the space for you! And if you are a coffee, tea, animal or plant lover then we already have something in common!
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I am originally from California, and have been practicing mental health therapy since 2014. I moved to East Tennessee in 2018, and fell in love with the beautiful mountains. I am licensed and can practice clinical psychology in both Tennessee and Virginia. Since 2021 I have been a caretaker to my elderly mother. I am now returning to work to once again provide therapy. My school background in psychology centered around children and young adults and neuropsychology (aka I'm the person who administers tests such as the WISC, WAIS, MMPI-2, MOCA, yep even the Rorschach test, and many more).
I am originally from California, and have been practicing mental health therapy since 2014. I moved to East Tennessee in 2018, and fell in love with the beautiful mountains. I am licensed and can practice clinical psychology in both Tennessee and Virginia. Since 2021 I have been a caretaker to my elderly mother. I am now returning to work to once again provide therapy. My school background in psychology centered around children and young adults and neuropsychology (aka I'm the person who administers tests such as the WISC, WAIS, MMPI-2, MOCA, yep even the Rorschach test, and many more).
My primary focus is working with ages 13 and up who are struggling with managing their mood/ behavior in their daily life. My approach is a mix of compassion, humour, and validation for what you're going through. I am a trained DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) provider. I have received training through Behavioral Tech using Marsha Linehan curriculum. I truly enjoy helping clients create their Life Worth Living by increasing their Mindfulness skills, to help regulate intense emotions and urges. I offer phone coaching for my existing clients to help them use their skills outside of sessions.
My primary focus is working with ages 13 and up who are struggling with managing their mood/ behavior in their daily life. My approach is a mix of compassion, humour, and validation for what you're going through. I am a trained DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) provider. I have received training through Behavioral Tech using Marsha Linehan curriculum. I truly enjoy helping clients create their Life Worth Living by increasing their Mindfulness skills, to help regulate intense emotions and urges. I offer phone coaching for my existing clients to help them use their skills outside of sessions.
Have you found yourself replaying old patterns of pain with yourself or in relationships? Do you make the same mistakes over and over only to get mad at yourself each time and then struggle to make lasting changes? Do you feel stuck in trauma and reactivity that tells an old story? I want to hear more about those stories, and I want to help you unpack that pain. In my work, I enjoy working with those who are struggling with eating disorders, body image, trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, substance use, and life stage transitions. These can be really complex curveballs, and sometimes we need help in navigating and healing them.
Have you found yourself replaying old patterns of pain with yourself or in relationships? Do you make the same mistakes over and over only to get mad at yourself each time and then struggle to make lasting changes? Do you feel stuck in trauma and reactivity that tells an old story? I want to hear more about those stories, and I want to help you unpack that pain. In my work, I enjoy working with those who are struggling with eating disorders, body image, trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, substance use, and life stage transitions. These can be really complex curveballs, and sometimes we need help in navigating and healing them.
The fact that you’re even here reading my bio is huge. For many, taking the step towards (re)entering counseling can feel scary and that is perfectly okay. My desire is to meet you wherever you are, because it is only then that we can begin taking the steps to move towards the person you want to be and creating the life you want to live.
Often times, we can get caught in a cycle of trying to rid ourselves of distressing thoughts, feelings, and emotions to no avail. Therefore, I like to take the approach of improving our relationships with our thoughts and feelings that way, whether they stay or go, we can create a fulfilling life!
The fact that you’re even here reading my bio is huge. For many, taking the step towards (re)entering counseling can feel scary and that is perfectly okay. My desire is to meet you wherever you are, because it is only then that we can begin taking the steps to move towards the person you want to be and creating the life you want to live.
Often times, we can get caught in a cycle of trying to rid ourselves of distressing thoughts, feelings, and emotions to no avail. Therefore, I like to take the approach of improving our relationships with our thoughts and feelings that way, whether they stay or go, we can create a fulfilling life!
It is so lovely to meet you! The minute you enter my office I will accept and EMBRACE you just as you are. We are humans. We are flawed, but beautifully flawed. I strongly believe healing begins with the therapeutic relationship and I will do my best to create a safe space for vulnerability. I am a therapist AND a social worker. I believe in holistic care that is tailored to the individual (s) as well as the power of networking, referrals, and continuity of care. I may challenge you to be the best version of yourself because you deserve the best that this short life has to offer.
It is so lovely to meet you! The minute you enter my office I will accept and EMBRACE you just as you are. We are humans. We are flawed, but beautifully flawed. I strongly believe healing begins with the therapeutic relationship and I will do my best to create a safe space for vulnerability. I am a therapist AND a social worker. I believe in holistic care that is tailored to the individual (s) as well as the power of networking, referrals, and continuity of care. I may challenge you to be the best version of yourself because you deserve the best that this short life has to offer.
I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and find healing—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I work to understand the “why” behind each person’s struggle and help create meaningful goals for growth. I specialize in supporting adults, couples, adolescents, and families facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and transitions, using an integrative approach most often rooted in CBT, the Gottman Method, Attachment Theory, EMDR, and Family Systems.
I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and find healing—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I work to understand the “why” behind each person’s struggle and help create meaningful goals for growth. I specialize in supporting adults, couples, adolescents, and families facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and transitions, using an integrative approach most often rooted in CBT, the Gottman Method, Attachment Theory, EMDR, and Family Systems.
Currently accepting virtual adult clients only! YOU are the expert of your own experience. I believe that all clients deserve to feel heard and supported, no matter what they are struggling with. While I specialize in trauma treatment, I find that the principles of trauma-informed care apply to most clients. I affirm clients of all religions, races, and sexual identities. Effective therapy is all about offering a safe space for clients to express their true selves and then helping them grow into the life they want.
Currently accepting virtual adult clients only! YOU are the expert of your own experience. I believe that all clients deserve to feel heard and supported, no matter what they are struggling with. While I specialize in trauma treatment, I find that the principles of trauma-informed care apply to most clients. I affirm clients of all religions, races, and sexual identities. Effective therapy is all about offering a safe space for clients to express their true selves and then helping them grow into the life they want.
I can also help with peripartum/postpartum mental health, behavioral concerns in children, and teens and young adults struggling with self harm and suicidal ideation.
Are you facing a big life change like becoming a mom or dad, grieving a death or divorce, or facing school, work, or parenting stress? Are your kids struggling with a big change, loss, trauma, or behavioral concerns? I'll help you clear the hurdles in your way and learn valuable skills to get you and your family where they want to be.
I can also help with peripartum/postpartum mental health, behavioral concerns in children, and teens and young adults struggling with self harm and suicidal ideation.
Are you facing a big life change like becoming a mom or dad, grieving a death or divorce, or facing school, work, or parenting stress? Are your kids struggling with a big change, loss, trauma, or behavioral concerns? I'll help you clear the hurdles in your way and learn valuable skills to get you and your family where they want to be.
I specialize in working with clients who are ready to heal from all types of trauma, including emotional, physical, sexual, religious, etc, and addressing any negative core beliefs or core wounds that have been holding them back from handling this life in a healthier capacity. I look forward to working with those who are LGBTQIA+ and their families as an ally and protective mama bear myself. I have experience working with individuals or families of children/youth who have engaged in or been impacted by sexual abuse or problematic sexual behaviors, especially within the same family, and need to find a place of hope.
I specialize in working with clients who are ready to heal from all types of trauma, including emotional, physical, sexual, religious, etc, and addressing any negative core beliefs or core wounds that have been holding them back from handling this life in a healthier capacity. I look forward to working with those who are LGBTQIA+ and their families as an ally and protective mama bear myself. I have experience working with individuals or families of children/youth who have engaged in or been impacted by sexual abuse or problematic sexual behaviors, especially within the same family, and need to find a place of hope.
Whether you're looking for mental health counseling, sex therapy, or both, it would be my honor to work with you. As an AASECT certified Sex Therapist, I have experience working with a myriad of sexual difficulties as well as struggles with anxiety, depression, shame, identity, relationship issues and more. Using talk therapy, I take a unique approach to uniting many different parts of the self and helping clients create the life that they want without embarrassment or shame.
Whether you're looking for mental health counseling, sex therapy, or both, it would be my honor to work with you. As an AASECT certified Sex Therapist, I have experience working with a myriad of sexual difficulties as well as struggles with anxiety, depression, shame, identity, relationship issues and more. Using talk therapy, I take a unique approach to uniting many different parts of the self and helping clients create the life that they want without embarrassment or shame.
If we sweep things under the rug for too long, we eventually trip over the pile. If you feel like things have finally caught up to you, I provide a soft, calming place to land. My office is designed to be an inviting sanctuary where you can finally set down the weight you’ve been carrying. Together, we will move at your pace—unpacking that "pile" safely and without judgment. Healing starts with a relationship built on trust, and I am here to walk that path alongside you.
If we sweep things under the rug for too long, we eventually trip over the pile. If you feel like things have finally caught up to you, I provide a soft, calming place to land. My office is designed to be an inviting sanctuary where you can finally set down the weight you’ve been carrying. Together, we will move at your pace—unpacking that "pile" safely and without judgment. Healing starts with a relationship built on trust, and I am here to walk that path alongside you.
Are you going through a life transition, experiencing stress, and have feelings of anxiety or depression? Or do you struggle with an addiction? Life can be tough and the stress can be difficult deal with. It is not uncommon for this to make us feel isolated, alone, downhearted, and distressed. Imagine if you didn't have to feel this way. It can be a challenge, but people can feel healthy, happy, and "better".
Are you going through a life transition, experiencing stress, and have feelings of anxiety or depression? Or do you struggle with an addiction? Life can be tough and the stress can be difficult deal with. It is not uncommon for this to make us feel isolated, alone, downhearted, and distressed. Imagine if you didn't have to feel this way. It can be a challenge, but people can feel healthy, happy, and "better".
The clients I work with range in age from 14 and up. Most people really need someone who listens and understands them. My goal for you is to fully comprehend what you are dealing with, develop a plan to help you overcome it, and help you attain contentment.
The clients I work with range in age from 14 and up. Most people really need someone who listens and understands them. My goal for you is to fully comprehend what you are dealing with, develop a plan to help you overcome it, and help you attain contentment.
Hello and Welcome! It takes incredible courage to seek out help and I honor your decision to explore a new path of growth and healing. Growing up in a small rural town, I learned the power of community and belonging, but also the struggle of finding my own way within it. When I finally met with a therapist who truly saw me, I began to understand myself for the first time. That experience showed me the healing power of connection and acceptance, which I now bring to my work. I believe that healing happens in healthy relationships—with ourselves, with others, and within our communities. You deserve to be seen, valued, and connected.
Hello and Welcome! It takes incredible courage to seek out help and I honor your decision to explore a new path of growth and healing. Growing up in a small rural town, I learned the power of community and belonging, but also the struggle of finding my own way within it. When I finally met with a therapist who truly saw me, I began to understand myself for the first time. That experience showed me the healing power of connection and acceptance, which I now bring to my work. I believe that healing happens in healthy relationships—with ourselves, with others, and within our communities. You deserve to be seen, valued, and connected.
I am an LCSW providing in-person and telehealth sessions to individuals (14+) and couples navigating the lasting effects of trauma, grief, relational problems, and major life transitions. However your troubles manifest in your life, we can find the root causes and tackle the anxiety, depression, or other hardships they bring. My approach is trauma-focused and integrative, using evidenced-based modalities to help your brain and body process difficult experiences, identify patterns that no longer serve you, and develop coping strategies for increased self-mastery and emotional health.
I am an LCSW providing in-person and telehealth sessions to individuals (14+) and couples navigating the lasting effects of trauma, grief, relational problems, and major life transitions. However your troubles manifest in your life, we can find the root causes and tackle the anxiety, depression, or other hardships they bring. My approach is trauma-focused and integrative, using evidenced-based modalities to help your brain and body process difficult experiences, identify patterns that no longer serve you, and develop coping strategies for increased self-mastery and emotional health.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 16 years of experience providing trauma-informed psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma-related stress, identity concerns, and major life transitions. I often work with clients who feel stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences, chronic stress, or relational challenges and are seeking greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 16 years of experience providing trauma-informed psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma-related stress, identity concerns, and major life transitions. I often work with clients who feel stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences, chronic stress, or relational challenges and are seeking greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
The Middle Path. Intensive Outpatient
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, C-DBT
14 Endorsed
Kingsport, TN 37664
Growing up and not learning how to regulate your emotions may cause misery and suffering. We offer intensive Group, DBT and holistic therapy, 3 days a week, 3 hours a day of DBT group therapy virtual or in person from ages 11-65+, for 7.5 weeks (24 sessions). Located in East Tennessee in the cities of Knoxville, Chattanooga and Tri-Cities -Kingsport We teach the Four Core Skills of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. "DBT" which is an evidenced based treatment that teaches step by step to reduce impulsivity and reactivity. Our groups take place in a comfortable, home environment. You may self-refer on our "contact us" on our website.
Growing up and not learning how to regulate your emotions may cause misery and suffering. We offer intensive Group, DBT and holistic therapy, 3 days a week, 3 hours a day of DBT group therapy virtual or in person from ages 11-65+, for 7.5 weeks (24 sessions). Located in East Tennessee in the cities of Knoxville, Chattanooga and Tri-Cities -Kingsport We teach the Four Core Skills of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. "DBT" which is an evidenced based treatment that teaches step by step to reduce impulsivity and reactivity. Our groups take place in a comfortable, home environment. You may self-refer on our "contact us" on our website.
My clients are people who are tired of just surviving — and ready to actually understand why life keeps feeling so hard. They come in carrying depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, substance use struggles, mood disorders, and sometimes the weight of facing the end of a life — their own or someone they love. What they share is a desire for more than symptom relief. They want clarity. They want to finally make sense of what they're feeling and why. Some have tried therapy before and felt like something was missing. Others are coming for the first time, unsure where to begin. Wherever they start, I help them move forward by bui
My clients are people who are tired of just surviving — and ready to actually understand why life keeps feeling so hard. They come in carrying depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, substance use struggles, mood disorders, and sometimes the weight of facing the end of a life — their own or someone they love. What they share is a desire for more than symptom relief. They want clarity. They want to finally make sense of what they're feeling and why. Some have tried therapy before and felt like something was missing. Others are coming for the first time, unsure where to begin. Wherever they start, I help them move forward by bui
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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.