Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Knoxville, TN
I’m drawn to working with adolescents, families, and couples, as well as those navigating suicidal thoughts and self-harm, perfectionism, grief, or the lasting impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
It takes courage to begin again, and that doesn’t go unnoticed. In our work together, we’ll create a space where your healing can unfold softly, creatively, and in your own way. Honoring each step of the way, this process is interactive and thoughtful, grounded in somatic and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches. I show up with warmth, genuineness, and an attuned presence—paying close attention to what’s said and unsaid—so that the space feels steady, supportive, and safe enough for you to be fully yourself.
I’m drawn to working with adolescents, families, and couples, as well as those navigating suicidal thoughts and self-harm, perfectionism, grief, or the lasting impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
It takes courage to begin again, and that doesn’t go unnoticed. In our work together, we’ll create a space where your healing can unfold softly, creatively, and in your own way. Honoring each step of the way, this process is interactive and thoughtful, grounded in somatic and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches. I show up with warmth, genuineness, and an attuned presence—paying close attention to what’s said and unsaid—so that the space feels steady, supportive, and safe enough for you to be fully yourself.
I strive to support children and teens between the ages of 10 to 18, who are navigating depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, identity exploration, life changes, and other behavioral challenges.
I help children and teens understand big feelings, tough moments, and identity questions. Using a trauma‑informed blend of CBT and solution‑focused, client‑centered care, I offer a safe, calm space to explore emotions. I use creative, engaging approaches to help even the most hesitant clients build confidence and coping skills.
I strive to support children and teens between the ages of 10 to 18, who are navigating depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, identity exploration, life changes, and other behavioral challenges.
I help children and teens understand big feelings, tough moments, and identity questions. Using a trauma‑informed blend of CBT and solution‑focused, client‑centered care, I offer a safe, calm space to explore emotions. I use creative, engaging approaches to help even the most hesitant clients build confidence and coping skills.
Elizabeth A Woodward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCMHSP, ATR-P
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults, teens, preteens, and children starting at 6 years old. Many of my clients are looking for coping skills to aid with mood disorders, conduct issues, or impulse-control disorders, such as anxiety, depression, behavior problems, and ADHD. Some want to work through trauma or grief. Others have less common problems. However, all are looking to make a change, but they do not know how to or do not want to do it on their own.
I work with adults, teens, preteens, and children starting at 6 years old. Many of my clients are looking for coping skills to aid with mood disorders, conduct issues, or impulse-control disorders, such as anxiety, depression, behavior problems, and ADHD. Some want to work through trauma or grief. Others have less common problems. However, all are looking to make a change, but they do not know how to or do not want to do it on their own.
Imagine a life full of joy, presence, and gratitude. Life can be hard at times with all of its troubles. It may feel like you're no longer a driver, but a passenger in your own life. You have difficulty seeing beyond the here and now, unable to find solutions, and you can't come back to a sense of self because everything else seems to be keeping you from peace. You are wanting to take control and live a life you've been dreaming of. I work specifically with depression, anxiety, substance use, and general life transitions.
Imagine a life full of joy, presence, and gratitude. Life can be hard at times with all of its troubles. It may feel like you're no longer a driver, but a passenger in your own life. You have difficulty seeing beyond the here and now, unable to find solutions, and you can't come back to a sense of self because everything else seems to be keeping you from peace. You are wanting to take control and live a life you've been dreaming of. I work specifically with depression, anxiety, substance use, and general life transitions.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want to acknowledge your courage for beginning this journey. I've worked in the mental health field for over 20 years in outpatient, PHP, and IOP settings; specializing in navigating trauma, depression, addiction, anxiety, and life transitions. I utilize a collaborative and client-centered approach to tailor sessions to your unique needs. I welcome you to reach out when you feel ready to begin, and I'm here to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to heal and grow".
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want to acknowledge your courage for beginning this journey. I've worked in the mental health field for over 20 years in outpatient, PHP, and IOP settings; specializing in navigating trauma, depression, addiction, anxiety, and life transitions. I utilize a collaborative and client-centered approach to tailor sessions to your unique needs. I welcome you to reach out when you feel ready to begin, and I'm here to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to heal and grow".
For the past decade, I have helped thousands of people emerge from hopelessness, suicidal ideation and the burden of unbearable pain into a life that they love using Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
DBT is the gold standard for overcoming suicide and treating BPD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more. As a leading DBT expert, I’ve created resources like my acclaimed book "DBT for Life", the Suffering Optional podcast, and my online community. I also offer traditional DBT groups that are a powerful way to supplement your individual therapy.
For the past decade, I have helped thousands of people emerge from hopelessness, suicidal ideation and the burden of unbearable pain into a life that they love using Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
DBT is the gold standard for overcoming suicide and treating BPD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more. As a leading DBT expert, I’ve created resources like my acclaimed book "DBT for Life", the Suffering Optional podcast, and my online community. I also offer traditional DBT groups that are a powerful way to supplement your individual therapy.
Amanda Matthews Teeter
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, C-DBT
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37909
Waitlist for new clients
Not currently accepting new clients but please join the waitlist! Have you found yourself thinking "something has to change"? I think we all have from time to time. Whether you are struggling with stress associated with life changes, trouble managing anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, grief, or persistent mental illness; I am here to walk beside you in your journey to wellness. I offer a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere to get to know one another and explore the best individualized methods to reaching your goals.
Not currently accepting new clients but please join the waitlist! Have you found yourself thinking "something has to change"? I think we all have from time to time. Whether you are struggling with stress associated with life changes, trouble managing anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, grief, or persistent mental illness; I am here to walk beside you in your journey to wellness. I offer a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere to get to know one another and explore the best individualized methods to reaching your goals.
There are many challenges we face throughout our lives that can impact our ability to function in various ways. They may affect our personal self-care, interpersonal and family relationships, and work/academic responsibilities. These difficulties can leave us feeling confused, anxious, and isolated. In these seasons, it's especially important to feel a sense of safety and understanding, and to know you are not alone. As a therapist, I want to walk alongside you and provide the support needed to help on your journey towards healing and find what works best for you.
There are many challenges we face throughout our lives that can impact our ability to function in various ways. They may affect our personal self-care, interpersonal and family relationships, and work/academic responsibilities. These difficulties can leave us feeling confused, anxious, and isolated. In these seasons, it's especially important to feel a sense of safety and understanding, and to know you are not alone. As a therapist, I want to walk alongside you and provide the support needed to help on your journey towards healing and find what works best for you.
Life can confront us with unbearable pain and overwhelming obstacles, leaving us feeling lost, discouraged, and questioning our worth. These experiences weigh us down, creating a pain that feels impossible to escape. In response, we summon strength and try to "brush it off" and "keep moving," often invalidating our emotions and experiences in the process. Over time, unprocessed pain seeps into our present, overshadowing joy and eroding our sense of self. The future feels unreachable, the past ever-present, and we lose connection to who we truly are. Even in the darkness, there is hope for healing.
Life can confront us with unbearable pain and overwhelming obstacles, leaving us feeling lost, discouraged, and questioning our worth. These experiences weigh us down, creating a pain that feels impossible to escape. In response, we summon strength and try to "brush it off" and "keep moving," often invalidating our emotions and experiences in the process. Over time, unprocessed pain seeps into our present, overshadowing joy and eroding our sense of self. The future feels unreachable, the past ever-present, and we lose connection to who we truly are. Even in the darkness, there is hope for healing.
Life is often difficult, and especially so during transitions. It is helpful to have a safe, secure place to sort through those transitions as you make changes, whether planned or unexpected, with school, work, or family situations. Change can bring with it growth, accompanied by anxiety, fear, and sadness, and it affects everyone in your circle. While anxiety, fear and sadness are normal responses to life events, they can become overwhelming. If you are struggling with life and the changes it sometimes brings, do not hesitate to reach out for support to help you grow through it.
Life is often difficult, and especially so during transitions. It is helpful to have a safe, secure place to sort through those transitions as you make changes, whether planned or unexpected, with school, work, or family situations. Change can bring with it growth, accompanied by anxiety, fear, and sadness, and it affects everyone in your circle. While anxiety, fear and sadness are normal responses to life events, they can become overwhelming. If you are struggling with life and the changes it sometimes brings, do not hesitate to reach out for support to help you grow through it.
I currently provide telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a variety of presenting problems to improve their interpersonal relationships. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Restoration Therapy to diagnose and treat generalize anxiety, clinical depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, family problems, relational problems, and other adjustment disorders. I hope to help you regain greater self-control, inner peace, and power over anxiety, depression, and trauma to increase your emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills to improve your quality of life and relationships.
I currently provide telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a variety of presenting problems to improve their interpersonal relationships. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Restoration Therapy to diagnose and treat generalize anxiety, clinical depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, family problems, relational problems, and other adjustment disorders. I hope to help you regain greater self-control, inner peace, and power over anxiety, depression, and trauma to increase your emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills to improve your quality of life and relationships.
Welcome! It is my privilege to meet with others as they seek to address issues that prevent them from living a full and meaningful life. Symptoms of distress that we can address from a bottom-up (Somatic), Attachment Theory, and polyvagal-informed lens include: Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Addictions, Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex/Developmental Trauma, Personality Disorders, Eating and Substance Use Disorders. Collaborative, compassionate, and integrated care is my intention. I am also a Certified Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP) Provider.
Welcome! It is my privilege to meet with others as they seek to address issues that prevent them from living a full and meaningful life. Symptoms of distress that we can address from a bottom-up (Somatic), Attachment Theory, and polyvagal-informed lens include: Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Addictions, Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex/Developmental Trauma, Personality Disorders, Eating and Substance Use Disorders. Collaborative, compassionate, and integrated care is my intention. I am also a Certified Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP) Provider.
I enjoy working with individual adults who are looking for a space to heal, grow, and better understand themselves. My clients may be navigating the impact of trauma, struggling with emotional regulation, or simply feeling stuck. They’re seeking support, clarity, and practical tools to create meaningful change in their lives. I approach each person as a unique individual and tailor counseling to fit their specific goals, needs, and pace.
I enjoy working with individual adults who are looking for a space to heal, grow, and better understand themselves. My clients may be navigating the impact of trauma, struggling with emotional regulation, or simply feeling stuck. They’re seeking support, clarity, and practical tools to create meaningful change in their lives. I approach each person as a unique individual and tailor counseling to fit their specific goals, needs, and pace.
As a current school based therapist, I empower children to transform their "busy" brains to spaces that feel more controlled and safe. I am taking new clients for the summer months only. My hope is to bridge the gap for children who may need more support before entering their next school year. Using CBT, Play Therapy, and DBT skills, I help kids navigate the obstacles that come from managing ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, ASD, etc. I am experienced in helping neurodivergent children navigate relationships and social situations. I am excited to open my scope this summer to some amazing children!
As a current school based therapist, I empower children to transform their "busy" brains to spaces that feel more controlled and safe. I am taking new clients for the summer months only. My hope is to bridge the gap for children who may need more support before entering their next school year. Using CBT, Play Therapy, and DBT skills, I help kids navigate the obstacles that come from managing ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, ASD, etc. I am experienced in helping neurodivergent children navigate relationships and social situations. I am excited to open my scope this summer to some amazing children!
Eden Batista
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37918
Waitlist for new clients
I find that I work best with those who are not interested in an overly sterile therapy experience and who may lovingly self-label as freaks/outcasts/weirdos. I believe therapy shouldn't feel hierarchical, nor alienating. You and I are collaborating to help you reach a point in your life where you feel stable and content. I’m not here to judge you or tell you what to do, but rather to work as a friendly voice to help you connect missing pieces and wade through life’s challenges with more confidence.
I find that I work best with those who are not interested in an overly sterile therapy experience and who may lovingly self-label as freaks/outcasts/weirdos. I believe therapy shouldn't feel hierarchical, nor alienating. You and I are collaborating to help you reach a point in your life where you feel stable and content. I’m not here to judge you or tell you what to do, but rather to work as a friendly voice to help you connect missing pieces and wade through life’s challenges with more confidence.
I have over 20 years of experience specializing in the complex needs of both children and adults in a variety of settings. I have a passion for helping people learn to help themselves. My training and experience brings a level of confidence and skill that ensures clients will have a safe, secure, non judgmental and caring environment to create opportunities for growth and change. If it's time for you to consider professional support allow me to assist you on your journey and help you "Start Your Tomorrow Today"
I have over 20 years of experience specializing in the complex needs of both children and adults in a variety of settings. I have a passion for helping people learn to help themselves. My training and experience brings a level of confidence and skill that ensures clients will have a safe, secure, non judgmental and caring environment to create opportunities for growth and change. If it's time for you to consider professional support allow me to assist you on your journey and help you "Start Your Tomorrow Today"
My work centers around creating an inclusive and safe environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as queer, LGBTQ, transgender, and non-religious. I also welcome everyone regardless of their identity or experience, as we all deserve to heal and be well. Naturally, I treat mental illness, but also focus on human strengths, flourishing, and experiencing joy even when life is difficult. My primary goal is to foster a space for healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of personalized support tailored to your needs.
My work centers around creating an inclusive and safe environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as queer, LGBTQ, transgender, and non-religious. I also welcome everyone regardless of their identity or experience, as we all deserve to heal and be well. Naturally, I treat mental illness, but also focus on human strengths, flourishing, and experiencing joy even when life is difficult. My primary goal is to foster a space for healing and self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of personalized support tailored to your needs.
My name is Bryce Schalk and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Knoxville, Tennessee and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions, social pressures or dealing with previous trauma. This can often take the form of depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I work to help my clients navigate through difficult issues and to build the skills needed to help them feel better and be successful.
My name is Bryce Schalk and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Knoxville, Tennessee and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions, social pressures or dealing with previous trauma. This can often take the form of depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I work to help my clients navigate through difficult issues and to build the skills needed to help them feel better and be successful.
Providing therapy has given me the privilege of meeting amazing people and being a part of their healing journey. I enjoy learning with and from every client I meet. I work with teens (13+) and adults who are struggling with life changes, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and the effects of domestic violence. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can gain insight, face fears with confidence, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Providing therapy has given me the privilege of meeting amazing people and being a part of their healing journey. I enjoy learning with and from every client I meet. I work with teens (13+) and adults who are struggling with life changes, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and the effects of domestic violence. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can gain insight, face fears with confidence, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
I view therapy (and the world) through an intersectional, social justice, trauma- and attachment-informed lens. I believe that a diagnosis does not define who people are, have been, or will become and I prefer to work collaboratively to determine what works best in regard to the therapeutic process. My approach is informed by a variety of philosophies and models including Internal Family Systems, somatic practices, and Buddhist/mindfulness philosophy. I provide psychoeducation and support for building resilience, learning effective communication, understanding emotions, and being fully present and embodied.
I view therapy (and the world) through an intersectional, social justice, trauma- and attachment-informed lens. I believe that a diagnosis does not define who people are, have been, or will become and I prefer to work collaboratively to determine what works best in regard to the therapeutic process. My approach is informed by a variety of philosophies and models including Internal Family Systems, somatic practices, and Buddhist/mindfulness philosophy. I provide psychoeducation and support for building resilience, learning effective communication, understanding emotions, and being fully present and embodied.
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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.