Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Belfair, WA
Do you wake up wondering how life got so hard? Maybe your mind won’t slow down, anxiety keeps you on edge, or you feel stuck between where you are and where you want to be. If your past or fear of the future feels heavy, you’re not alone—and things can begin to feel different.
I help individuals struggling with anxiety, panic, OCD, trauma, and stress feel more grounded, supported, and in control. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s contributing to your distress and build practical tools you can use in daily life. I offer a warm, engaged approach rooted in empathy, honesty, and genuine care as we work toward meaningful change.
Do you wake up wondering how life got so hard? Maybe your mind won’t slow down, anxiety keeps you on edge, or you feel stuck between where you are and where you want to be. If your past or fear of the future feels heavy, you’re not alone—and things can begin to feel different.
I help individuals struggling with anxiety, panic, OCD, trauma, and stress feel more grounded, supported, and in control. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s contributing to your distress and build practical tools you can use in daily life. I offer a warm, engaged approach rooted in empathy, honesty, and genuine care as we work toward meaningful change.
Are these thoughts familiar: "Why...?" "I can't seem to get out of this rut!" "I'm so tired of being tired." "I'm not me anymore." "I can't concentrate. I can't sleep. I worry all the time."
Depression, anxiety, and grief are often the result of difficult events. The effects of trauma are forced upon us. Our body remembers and, over time, creates defenses that help us get through the experience.
Our body speaks to us, but most often we either do not listen or do not understand what it is saying. I'll work with you to learn your body's language, bring unconscious responses to the surface, and reframe them in meaningful terms.
Are these thoughts familiar: "Why...?" "I can't seem to get out of this rut!" "I'm so tired of being tired." "I'm not me anymore." "I can't concentrate. I can't sleep. I worry all the time."
Depression, anxiety, and grief are often the result of difficult events. The effects of trauma are forced upon us. Our body remembers and, over time, creates defenses that help us get through the experience.
Our body speaks to us, but most often we either do not listen or do not understand what it is saying. I'll work with you to learn your body's language, bring unconscious responses to the surface, and reframe them in meaningful terms.
Therapy is a unique journey for each individual.
My approach is eclectic and client-centered, grounded in the belief you are the expert of your own story—the traumas you've endured, the life you've lived. I’m here as a clinician who values walking alongside you, collaborating to create a plan that supports your growth, builds new skills, and helps you reconnect with the most authentic version of yourself.
I truly believe each of us has a purpose—a reason for being—that can sometimes be obscured by the weight we carry. Therapy, to me, is a space to gently unpack the heaviness, to breathe, and to learn how to move forward.
Therapy is a unique journey for each individual.
My approach is eclectic and client-centered, grounded in the belief you are the expert of your own story—the traumas you've endured, the life you've lived. I’m here as a clinician who values walking alongside you, collaborating to create a plan that supports your growth, builds new skills, and helps you reconnect with the most authentic version of yourself.
I truly believe each of us has a purpose—a reason for being—that can sometimes be obscured by the weight we carry. Therapy, to me, is a space to gently unpack the heaviness, to breathe, and to learn how to move forward.
It is my desire to work alongside individuals, couples, and families in moving toward your goals with rich insight, hope, and expectation. Whether you are an individual working on self improvement through a deeper personal understanding or navigating the stressors of today; a family or a single parent striving to balance and reach your optimal success; a couple making adjustments through communication and actions; a member of our military services; or someone who is working through the effects of crisis or trauma, we can find a way to reach your goals together.
It is my desire to work alongside individuals, couples, and families in moving toward your goals with rich insight, hope, and expectation. Whether you are an individual working on self improvement through a deeper personal understanding or navigating the stressors of today; a family or a single parent striving to balance and reach your optimal success; a couple making adjustments through communication and actions; a member of our military services; or someone who is working through the effects of crisis or trauma, we can find a way to reach your goals together.
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Counseling provides a safe place to explore beliefs, thoughts, emotions and patterns of behavior interfering with functioning and well being. Emphasis is solution focused to improve quality of life. Specific training over the last 18 years has included suicidal thoughts, self harm, adolescent and teen transitions, pregnancy, postpartum transitions and depression, chronic trauma/invalidation and its effect on the individual throughout the lifespan. CBT, DBT skills and developmental theory influence my interventions.
Counseling provides a safe place to explore beliefs, thoughts, emotions and patterns of behavior interfering with functioning and well being. Emphasis is solution focused to improve quality of life. Specific training over the last 18 years has included suicidal thoughts, self harm, adolescent and teen transitions, pregnancy, postpartum transitions and depression, chronic trauma/invalidation and its effect on the individual throughout the lifespan. CBT, DBT skills and developmental theory influence my interventions.
My background includes crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
I work well with young adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and relationship and communication challenges. Clients may feel stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by life transitions, or impacted by past experiences affecting connection and trust. I help to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space to build emotional regulation skills, improve communication, repair relationships, and create greater stability.
My background includes crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
I work well with young adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and relationship and communication challenges. Clients may feel stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by life transitions, or impacted by past experiences affecting connection and trust. I help to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space to build emotional regulation skills, improve communication, repair relationships, and create greater stability.
On the outside, you’re a success- but on the inside, you're secretly miserable. Your emotional reactions are unpredictable, extreme, or out of control. You feel helpless to change and you worry that you will feel this way for the rest of your life. You may have felt depressed, anxious, or both, for years - or have a history of trauma that still affects you.
On the outside, you’re a success- but on the inside, you're secretly miserable. Your emotional reactions are unpredictable, extreme, or out of control. You feel helpless to change and you worry that you will feel this way for the rest of your life. You may have felt depressed, anxious, or both, for years - or have a history of trauma that still affects you.
Hi, I'm Yi-Lun (ee-LOON), a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals and families across diverse settings. I believe therapy works best when you can be real—no performing or saying all the "right" things. I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, and IFS-informed approaches. I work with neurodivergent individuals, provide gender-affirming care, and offer therapy in Mandarin. Your path is unique, and you're not here to be "fixed." I bring genuine care, cultural humility, and humor when the moment calls for it.
Hi, I'm Yi-Lun (ee-LOON), a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals and families across diverse settings. I believe therapy works best when you can be real—no performing or saying all the "right" things. I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, and IFS-informed approaches. I work with neurodivergent individuals, provide gender-affirming care, and offer therapy in Mandarin. Your path is unique, and you're not here to be "fixed." I bring genuine care, cultural humility, and humor when the moment calls for it.
I strive to see the unseen. As a trans man, I understand the importance of having a therapist who is not only an ally but a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Oftentimes, people in our community come to therapy with a host of interconnected struggles that all tie together somehow. The ideal client is someone who comes to therapy with an open mind, willingness to talk and explore the issues they struggle with - be it issues with gender dysphoria, sexuality, depression, anxiety, or any other issue they struggle with in life.
I strive to see the unseen. As a trans man, I understand the importance of having a therapist who is not only an ally but a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Oftentimes, people in our community come to therapy with a host of interconnected struggles that all tie together somehow. The ideal client is someone who comes to therapy with an open mind, willingness to talk and explore the issues they struggle with - be it issues with gender dysphoria, sexuality, depression, anxiety, or any other issue they struggle with in life.
I work with busy professionals navigating stress, burnout, and life transitions, along with deeper emotional and relational challenges. With over 10 years in crisis and behavioral health, I understand both high-pressure moments and the demands of everyday life. I often work with caregivers, helping professionals, and first responders who are used to putting others first. I aim to meet you where you are and help you find a path forward that feels sustainable and real.
I work with busy professionals navigating stress, burnout, and life transitions, along with deeper emotional and relational challenges. With over 10 years in crisis and behavioral health, I understand both high-pressure moments and the demands of everyday life. I often work with caregivers, helping professionals, and first responders who are used to putting others first. I aim to meet you where you are and help you find a path forward that feels sustainable and real.
As a Native American and spouse of an Army veteran I am dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally appropriate, and professional care to my clients. When it comes to counseling I want to figure out what it is that the individual is needing or wanting and then work with them to break through those barriers and obtain that feeling of happiness and fulfillment. Working with individuals, couples, or families to help them find happiness, peace, and their direction in life is what matters most.
As a Native American and spouse of an Army veteran I am dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally appropriate, and professional care to my clients. When it comes to counseling I want to figure out what it is that the individual is needing or wanting and then work with them to break through those barriers and obtain that feeling of happiness and fulfillment. Working with individuals, couples, or families to help them find happiness, peace, and their direction in life is what matters most.
They may be dealing with trauma, suicidal thoughts, ADHD, or identity questions and do not want to be treated like a problem to fix.
I help teens, young adults, and high-performing professionals navigate trauma, suicidality, ADHD, and major life changes. Together we map patterns, build safety and nervous-system skills, and make concrete changes in school, work, and relationships so life feels more livable and aligned with your values.
They may be dealing with trauma, suicidal thoughts, ADHD, or identity questions and do not want to be treated like a problem to fix.
I help teens, young adults, and high-performing professionals navigate trauma, suicidality, ADHD, and major life changes. Together we map patterns, build safety and nervous-system skills, and make concrete changes in school, work, and relationships so life feels more livable and aligned with your values.
I work through a holistic, integrative lens. Whether I’m completing an evaluation or providing therapy, it's not one size fits all. Clients most often express appreciation for my ability to validate and push for change at the same time. Sometimes I work with interns, primarily providing evaluation/assessment services, such as violence and sexual risk, forensic mitigation, personality, cognitive, adaptive functioning, etc. I do offer individual therapy and sometimes group, though it may be with a Master’s or Doctorate level intern under my supervision. I specialize in working with older teenage to older adult persons.
I work through a holistic, integrative lens. Whether I’m completing an evaluation or providing therapy, it's not one size fits all. Clients most often express appreciation for my ability to validate and push for change at the same time. Sometimes I work with interns, primarily providing evaluation/assessment services, such as violence and sexual risk, forensic mitigation, personality, cognitive, adaptive functioning, etc. I do offer individual therapy and sometimes group, though it may be with a Master’s or Doctorate level intern under my supervision. I specialize in working with older teenage to older adult persons.
For 25 years I worked with over 16,000 suicidal patients on the mental health unit of St.
Clients come to me often feeling "trapped, stuck, and lost." Initially, they look at the CCT Questionnaire posted on my CCT website (www.SuicideTherapy.com) and. If they can circle 5 or more statements as "True", then chances are we will be a good fit. I offer a creative approach using expressive arts to ask new questions to solve the underlying problem.
For 25 years I worked with over 16,000 suicidal patients on the mental health unit of St.
Clients come to me often feeling "trapped, stuck, and lost." Initially, they look at the CCT Questionnaire posted on my CCT website (www.SuicideTherapy.com) and. If they can circle 5 or more statements as "True", then chances are we will be a good fit. I offer a creative approach using expressive arts to ask new questions to solve the underlying problem.
If you are struggling with multiple complex issues and haven't been able to figure out where to start or which end is up, we can work together to figure out how it all connects and what you would like to address . I appreciate the interconnection between physical and mental health issues, relationship struggles and the complications of addictions and habits. At our initial appointment, I will take some basic history, learn more about your current situation and your goals and then introduce the Cognitive Behavior Therapy TEAM model that I utilize to structure treatment. Check out feelinggood.com for more information and resources.
If you are struggling with multiple complex issues and haven't been able to figure out where to start or which end is up, we can work together to figure out how it all connects and what you would like to address . I appreciate the interconnection between physical and mental health issues, relationship struggles and the complications of addictions and habits. At our initial appointment, I will take some basic history, learn more about your current situation and your goals and then introduce the Cognitive Behavior Therapy TEAM model that I utilize to structure treatment. Check out feelinggood.com for more information and resources.
I also completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
In my sessions, I help people with anxiety, depression, identify crisis, relationship issues, and more. I empower them to feel more in control of their life, and I truly love what I do! My therapy style is warm, down-to-earth, and always centered on your needs.
If you’re finding things harder than usual, you don’t have to go through it alone. Feel free to reach out to schedule a consultation call—I’m here to listen.
I also completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
In my sessions, I help people with anxiety, depression, identify crisis, relationship issues, and more. I empower them to feel more in control of their life, and I truly love what I do! My therapy style is warm, down-to-earth, and always centered on your needs.
If you’re finding things harder than usual, you don’t have to go through it alone. Feel free to reach out to schedule a consultation call—I’m here to listen.
I specialize in working with adults, teens (13+), and their families who are experiencing suicidal and self-harm behaviors, intense emotions, interpersonal difficulties, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depressed mood, and parenting challenges, as well as clients struggling to navigate the intersection of mental health concerns and their religious faith.
I have been providing DBT (individual therapy and skills group) and other CBT-oriented interventions for 15+ years. I am board certified in DBT by the Linehan Board of Certification, and have been providing supervision and training in DBT for 13+ years. I work alongside a team of providers at S-T-A-A-R DBT, who may also have openings.
I specialize in working with adults, teens (13+), and their families who are experiencing suicidal and self-harm behaviors, intense emotions, interpersonal difficulties, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depressed mood, and parenting challenges, as well as clients struggling to navigate the intersection of mental health concerns and their religious faith.
I have been providing DBT (individual therapy and skills group) and other CBT-oriented interventions for 15+ years. I am board certified in DBT by the Linehan Board of Certification, and have been providing supervision and training in DBT for 13+ years. I work alongside a team of providers at S-T-A-A-R DBT, who may also have openings.
My clinical expertise includes addressing issues connected to anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma experiences and adjustment, self-esteem, relationship distress, family-of-origin experiences, suicidal ideation and self harm.
I worked in the Social Work field for almost ten years with a breadth of clients, including youth and families, survivors of domestic violence and assault, and individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma, and more. I believe clients are leaders of their stories and support them through psychodynamic care, tools, and goal utilization. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Thank you for trusting me in sharing your story. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
My clinical expertise includes addressing issues connected to anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma experiences and adjustment, self-esteem, relationship distress, family-of-origin experiences, suicidal ideation and self harm.
I worked in the Social Work field for almost ten years with a breadth of clients, including youth and families, survivors of domestic violence and assault, and individuals with anxiety, depression, and trauma, and more. I believe clients are leaders of their stories and support them through psychodynamic care, tools, and goal utilization. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Thank you for trusting me in sharing your story. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or even thoughts of suicide, but still find a spark of hope for change within you, know that you are not alone.
As your therapist, I bring several years of experience supporting individuals and families through crisis, healing, and transformation. My background spans emergency departments, inpatient care, child welfare, hospice, and community mental health—each setting has shaped my trauma-informed, solution-focused, and client-centered approach.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or even thoughts of suicide, but still find a spark of hope for change within you, know that you are not alone.
As your therapist, I bring several years of experience supporting individuals and families through crisis, healing, and transformation. My background spans emergency departments, inpatient care, child welfare, hospice, and community mental health—each setting has shaped my trauma-informed, solution-focused, and client-centered approach.
Sometimes life feels, and is, harder than it looks from the outside. Old wounds show up in unexpected ways: through self-doubt, strained relationships, or just that sense of bracing yourself all the time. It’s exhausting, and even when things are “fine,” it can feel like you’re never fully at ease. Underneath it all is a desire for more steadiness, clarity, and a chance to actually enjoy life instead of just pushing through it. That's where therapy can make a difference. It can enable self trust and self worth that creates endless resilience.
Sometimes life feels, and is, harder than it looks from the outside. Old wounds show up in unexpected ways: through self-doubt, strained relationships, or just that sense of bracing yourself all the time. It’s exhausting, and even when things are “fine,” it can feel like you’re never fully at ease. Underneath it all is a desire for more steadiness, clarity, and a chance to actually enjoy life instead of just pushing through it. That's where therapy can make a difference. It can enable self trust and self worth that creates endless resilience.
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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.