Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Lubbock County, TX
Lauren Strickland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79424
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping those who may be struggling with dissociation, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, trauma, and difficult life transitions.
I am currently trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR, and have clinical experience implementing these for the treatment of depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, and complex trauma issues.
I specialize in helping those who may be struggling with dissociation, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, trauma, and difficult life transitions.
I am currently trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR, and have clinical experience implementing these for the treatment of depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, and complex trauma issues.
Online Sessions Only...Yep, life sure can feel heavy sometimes! Does it seem as though you are in a constant wrestling- match with your feelings, or battling an emotional tug-of-war? Are the daily pressures weighing you down, leaving you discouraged, exhausted or hopeless? Maybe you are fighting to control your racing thoughts & restless energy. Struggling to contain or manage your frustration, disappointment, anger, fear or sadness can feel impossible, even pointless, at times. The stress of it all might even be causing you to disconnect or isolate from those you love in order to shield them from what you are going through.
Online Sessions Only...Yep, life sure can feel heavy sometimes! Does it seem as though you are in a constant wrestling- match with your feelings, or battling an emotional tug-of-war? Are the daily pressures weighing you down, leaving you discouraged, exhausted or hopeless? Maybe you are fighting to control your racing thoughts & restless energy. Struggling to contain or manage your frustration, disappointment, anger, fear or sadness can feel impossible, even pointless, at times. The stress of it all might even be causing you to disconnect or isolate from those you love in order to shield them from what you are going through.
My ideal client ranges from adolescents to adults who are ready to improve their life and well-being. They may be facing grief, depression, anxiety, or trauma and want practical coping strategies, emotional support, and structured guidance. My practice welcomes children, teens, and adults. I specialize in building self-esteem, assertiveness, and recovery from emotional trauma, childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, and codependency. Therapy with me feels like talking with an old friend in a safe, supportive space where you're free to be yourself.
My ideal client ranges from adolescents to adults who are ready to improve their life and well-being. They may be facing grief, depression, anxiety, or trauma and want practical coping strategies, emotional support, and structured guidance. My practice welcomes children, teens, and adults. I specialize in building self-esteem, assertiveness, and recovery from emotional trauma, childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, and codependency. Therapy with me feels like talking with an old friend in a safe, supportive space where you're free to be yourself.
Congratulations! You are taking the first step in becoming a better version of yourself. I specialize in empowering children and adults who struggle with their brain health. I am here to walk alongside your journey and equip you with tools to help you live a more abundant life. My goal is to help each client identify their strengths and help each individual overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, anger, or grief. I've helped clients gain a healthier perspective toward healing by equipping them with tools to overcome obstacles.
Congratulations! You are taking the first step in becoming a better version of yourself. I specialize in empowering children and adults who struggle with their brain health. I am here to walk alongside your journey and equip you with tools to help you live a more abundant life. My goal is to help each client identify their strengths and help each individual overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, anger, or grief. I've helped clients gain a healthier perspective toward healing by equipping them with tools to overcome obstacles.
When life feels heavy and unsteady, having a place to process and reconnect with yourself can make a meaningful difference. I work with people who are adjusting to difficult life changes, looking for better coping strategies, processing stressful events, and improving their relationships with self and others. I aim to make authentic connections with my clients and encourage them to reflect on how day-to-day challenges show up during session.
When life feels heavy and unsteady, having a place to process and reconnect with yourself can make a meaningful difference. I work with people who are adjusting to difficult life changes, looking for better coping strategies, processing stressful events, and improving their relationships with self and others. I aim to make authentic connections with my clients and encourage them to reflect on how day-to-day challenges show up during session.
Natalie Shumway Benavides
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
3 Endorsed
Lubbock, TX 79423
Do you feel hopeless in your romantic relationship? Do you feel like you are stuck in endless arguments with your partner? Do you wonder if you can ever trust your partner again? Maybe you worried that you and your partner don't know how to communicate effectively to work through the issues that keep coming up. You don't have to navigate that alone. I can be that safe space for you and your partner. I love watching couples reconnect and build an even stronger relationship, and that is possible!
Do you feel hopeless in your romantic relationship? Do you feel like you are stuck in endless arguments with your partner? Do you wonder if you can ever trust your partner again? Maybe you worried that you and your partner don't know how to communicate effectively to work through the issues that keep coming up. You don't have to navigate that alone. I can be that safe space for you and your partner. I love watching couples reconnect and build an even stronger relationship, and that is possible!
Do you feel like you are wearing a mask, smiling on the outside while trying to cope with overwhelming sadness, fear, regret, or loneliness on the inside? Have you experienced a difficult life transition, crisis, or traumatic event that has lead to you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Does it seem like you are sinking in quicksand under the weight of life? Do you feel like others will not understand what you are going through? You are not alone. I would love to help you more deeply understand your emotions and experiences while developing ways to cope with your current struggles.
Do you feel like you are wearing a mask, smiling on the outside while trying to cope with overwhelming sadness, fear, regret, or loneliness on the inside? Have you experienced a difficult life transition, crisis, or traumatic event that has lead to you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Does it seem like you are sinking in quicksand under the weight of life? Do you feel like others will not understand what you are going through? You are not alone. I would love to help you more deeply understand your emotions and experiences while developing ways to cope with your current struggles.
If you are having difficulties and would like some support, I would like to help. I work with a broad range of issues but have a great deal of experience working with people who have experienced different kinds of trauma including childhood abuse and sexual assault, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns (romantic/social/family). I also have interests in working with issues related to identity in a minority population (racial/ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious). It is important to me to provide a safe, accepting, and multiculturally competent environment for my clients as they explore challenging issues.
If you are having difficulties and would like some support, I would like to help. I work with a broad range of issues but have a great deal of experience working with people who have experienced different kinds of trauma including childhood abuse and sexual assault, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns (romantic/social/family). I also have interests in working with issues related to identity in a minority population (racial/ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious). It is important to me to provide a safe, accepting, and multiculturally competent environment for my clients as they explore challenging issues.
Current evening and Saturday availability. I want to say to those reading this that there is hope and a way out of the darkness. Many need help overcoming the struggles and pain caused by life experiences. I have worked in the behavioral health field for over 17 years. I have specialized experience with first responders and their families.
Current evening and Saturday availability. I want to say to those reading this that there is hope and a way out of the darkness. Many need help overcoming the struggles and pain caused by life experiences. I have worked in the behavioral health field for over 17 years. I have specialized experience with first responders and their families.
Struggling to connect with loved ones? Feeling weighed down by difficult memories or ongoing challenges? You're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it all by yourself. I work with individuals, children/adolescents, couples, and families with a particular passion for the LGBTQIA+ community. In our work together, you’ll always have a safe, affirming space to express, explore, and reconnect with your uniquely wonderful self.
Struggling to connect with loved ones? Feeling weighed down by difficult memories or ongoing challenges? You're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it all by yourself. I work with individuals, children/adolescents, couples, and families with a particular passion for the LGBTQIA+ community. In our work together, you’ll always have a safe, affirming space to express, explore, and reconnect with your uniquely wonderful self.
Do you find it hard to focus or manage stress when life feels overwhelming? Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, or the impact of past experiences that keep you from moving forward? My ideal client is someone seeking healing and support, ready to work toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. You may want to regain focus, cope with stress, and create lasting change. Taking this first step toward seeking help is an act of courage, and I’m here to guide you on your journey to growth and empowerment. Together, we can build the tools you need to thrive.
Do you find it hard to focus or manage stress when life feels overwhelming? Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, or the impact of past experiences that keep you from moving forward? My ideal client is someone seeking healing and support, ready to work toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. You may want to regain focus, cope with stress, and create lasting change. Taking this first step toward seeking help is an act of courage, and I’m here to guide you on your journey to growth and empowerment. Together, we can build the tools you need to thrive.
Are you feeling like you aren't yourself lately? Maybe you're wondering why everything seems like so much effort or you don't find joy like you use to. Or perhaps anxiety is keeping you from living the life you want. Maybe life has thrown you one too many curve balls and you're feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. You may feel alone in your experience or feel stuck, perhaps believing you are a failure, unlovable, or not good enough. Self-doubt, sadness, and anxiety are part of the human experience. Sometimes, though, it feels like they take control and keep us from living the life we want.
Are you feeling like you aren't yourself lately? Maybe you're wondering why everything seems like so much effort or you don't find joy like you use to. Or perhaps anxiety is keeping you from living the life you want. Maybe life has thrown you one too many curve balls and you're feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. You may feel alone in your experience or feel stuck, perhaps believing you are a failure, unlovable, or not good enough. Self-doubt, sadness, and anxiety are part of the human experience. Sometimes, though, it feels like they take control and keep us from living the life we want.
I’m an LPC-Associate supervised by Dr. Nicole Black, and I help young adults and individuals of all ages navigate depression, anxiety, life transitions, and identity development. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I integrate a variety of evidence-based approaches to ensure therapy fits your unique needs, background, and lived experience.
I’m an LPC-Associate supervised by Dr. Nicole Black, and I help young adults and individuals of all ages navigate depression, anxiety, life transitions, and identity development. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I integrate a variety of evidence-based approaches to ensure therapy fits your unique needs, background, and lived experience.
Hey y’all! I’m glad you’re here.
If parenting feels harder than it should… or your child is struggling and you’re not sure what to do next… you’re in the right place.
I work with kids, teens, and parents to understand what’s really going on beneath behavior, especially when big emotions, anxiety, or disconnection take over.
I’m a bit of a neurobiology nerd, so we’ll look at how the brain and nervous system are driving the patterns you’re seeing. When that starts to make sense, things begin to shift in a way that actually lasts.
Hey y’all! I’m glad you’re here.
If parenting feels harder than it should… or your child is struggling and you’re not sure what to do next… you’re in the right place.
I work with kids, teens, and parents to understand what’s really going on beneath behavior, especially when big emotions, anxiety, or disconnection take over.
I’m a bit of a neurobiology nerd, so we’ll look at how the brain and nervous system are driving the patterns you’re seeing. When that starts to make sense, things begin to shift in a way that actually lasts.
Relationships shape so much of our well-being, and many people come to therapy longing for a deeper connection with themselves, their partners, their families, or the world around them, but aren’t sure where to start. My role is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and non-judgment, helping you make sense of what you’re carrying and move toward a more grounded, authentic version of yourself. I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, identity concerns, and feeling “stuck.”
Relationships shape so much of our well-being, and many people come to therapy longing for a deeper connection with themselves, their partners, their families, or the world around them, but aren’t sure where to start. My role is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and non-judgment, helping you make sense of what you’re carrying and move toward a more grounded, authentic version of yourself. I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, identity concerns, and feeling “stuck.”
Jonathan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Prevention Specialist, and a co-founder of a publishing company. He has a Masters Degree in Counseling from Texas Tech University. Jonathan has experience working with counseling teens, incarcerated adults and youth who have been in the foster care system. He has a passion for helping individuals to take the necessary steps forward in their personnel development. In session, Jonathan likes to create a judgement free zone in order to create a safe environment for clients to share their concerns.
Jonathan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Prevention Specialist, and a co-founder of a publishing company. He has a Masters Degree in Counseling from Texas Tech University. Jonathan has experience working with counseling teens, incarcerated adults and youth who have been in the foster care system. He has a passion for helping individuals to take the necessary steps forward in their personnel development. In session, Jonathan likes to create a judgement free zone in order to create a safe environment for clients to share their concerns.
Are you feeling stuck in life, overwhelmed, tired, not feeling like yourself, or simply needing support? After 28 years of providing therapy/counseling services, we have truly found that there is “healing in the telling.” If you don't hear anything else from what we have said here, please hear or remember this "There is HOPE!"
We truly understand that life's challenges can feel overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief/loss, anger, relationship issues, or any other issue, we're here to help. We will walk alongside of you to help guide you to a better you. Get relief and feel better today!
Are you feeling stuck in life, overwhelmed, tired, not feeling like yourself, or simply needing support? After 28 years of providing therapy/counseling services, we have truly found that there is “healing in the telling.” If you don't hear anything else from what we have said here, please hear or remember this "There is HOPE!"
We truly understand that life's challenges can feel overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, grief/loss, anger, relationship issues, or any other issue, we're here to help. We will walk alongside of you to help guide you to a better you. Get relief and feel better today!
Life is a journey, and we all struggle with challenges and setbacks. I love helping clients realize that they are not defined by their struggles. I love working with clients who want to see themselves as a work in progress.
Life is a journey, and we all struggle with challenges and setbacks. I love helping clients realize that they are not defined by their struggles. I love working with clients who want to see themselves as a work in progress.
It’s a privilege to support individuals and couples navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and substance use. You don’t have to face these difficulties alone. In a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space, we’ll work together to clarify your goals, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change. My focus is helping you feel more balanced, connected, and empowered to live a healthier, more fulfilling life.
It’s a privilege to support individuals and couples navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and substance use. You don’t have to face these difficulties alone. In a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space, we’ll work together to clarify your goals, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change. My focus is helping you feel more balanced, connected, and empowered to live a healthier, more fulfilling life.
My clients often feel weighed down by stress, disconnection, or old patterns that no longer serve them. They long for clarity, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of self. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stuck, or you want to show up differently in your life and relationships. I provide a collaborative, compassionate space where we explore your story, honor your strengths, and work toward the change and connection you’re seeking. The courage to seek change is already a sign of your strength. Therapy is the space to honor that courage and step into your becoming.
My clients often feel weighed down by stress, disconnection, or old patterns that no longer serve them. They long for clarity, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of self. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stuck, or you want to show up differently in your life and relationships. I provide a collaborative, compassionate space where we explore your story, honor your strengths, and work toward the change and connection you’re seeking. The courage to seek change is already a sign of your strength. Therapy is the space to honor that courage and step into your becoming.
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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.