Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Puyallup, WA
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.
My specialty areas include Depression/Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Relationship Issues, and Coping Skills.
HOPE is the only thing stronger than fear. Are you looking for a therapist to hope with you? I will. At the heart of all of my work as a therapist is a passion and desire to support and connect with you on your life journey. I will meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to go. You're reading this because you are ready for CHANGE! Learn how to apply LASTING SOLUTIONS to the issues in your life. I'll help you envision, fall in love with, and then create your best future. Aim for change. Hope with me. Let's get started!
My specialty areas include Depression/Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Relationship Issues, and Coping Skills.
HOPE is the only thing stronger than fear. Are you looking for a therapist to hope with you? I will. At the heart of all of my work as a therapist is a passion and desire to support and connect with you on your life journey. I will meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to go. You're reading this because you are ready for CHANGE! Learn how to apply LASTING SOLUTIONS to the issues in your life. I'll help you envision, fall in love with, and then create your best future. Aim for change. Hope with me. Let's get started!
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.
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.
You're someone who is looking to find just the right fit in a counselor. Maybe you are experiencing grief, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes. Perhaps you have a general sense of dissatisfaction with life, or have specific things you want to work through. Or, maybe you're feeling trapped by anxiety, or past trauma, and you want to feel a sense of hope; to be seen, heard, and understood. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy, and the things you may want to work on are important and unique.
You're someone who is looking to find just the right fit in a counselor. Maybe you are experiencing grief, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes. Perhaps you have a general sense of dissatisfaction with life, or have specific things you want to work through. Or, maybe you're feeling trapped by anxiety, or past trauma, and you want to feel a sense of hope; to be seen, heard, and understood. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy, and the things you may want to work on are important and unique.
I’ve spent my career supporting individuals navigating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and family dynamics. I offer a collaborative, grounded space focused on insight, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
I’ve spent my career supporting individuals navigating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and family dynamics. I offer a collaborative, grounded space focused on insight, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
Candace Hunsucker Therapeutic Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SUDP
Puyallup, WA 98372
I offer therapeutic sessions for individuals, couples, youth, and families. I help facilitate a process where people can develop insight and understanding of what may be holding them back from wellness, joy, and personal growth. Sometimes this may involve family patterns, behaviors that are not in line with one's values, or relationships that are no longer serving you. My job is to create safety for people to share their authentic selves, honoring strengths and navigating challenges together. My intention is to honor your gifts and to expand new ways of thinking or approaching situations to better meet your goals.
I offer therapeutic sessions for individuals, couples, youth, and families. I help facilitate a process where people can develop insight and understanding of what may be holding them back from wellness, joy, and personal growth. Sometimes this may involve family patterns, behaviors that are not in line with one's values, or relationships that are no longer serving you. My job is to create safety for people to share their authentic selves, honoring strengths and navigating challenges together. My intention is to honor your gifts and to expand new ways of thinking or approaching situations to better meet your goals.
What are your thoughts when you hear the words, “mental health.” Does it make you feel different, abnormal, or out of place with your family, friends, or your community? Better yet do you feel limited on the things you want to achieve with your life? Do you ever wonder the root causes of your anxiety, depression, or even your personality disorder? Well what we don’t hear enough is how trauma impacts not only our mental health but our overall health. If you answered yes or maybe to any of the questions above then you came to the right place!
What are your thoughts when you hear the words, “mental health.” Does it make you feel different, abnormal, or out of place with your family, friends, or your community? Better yet do you feel limited on the things you want to achieve with your life? Do you ever wonder the root causes of your anxiety, depression, or even your personality disorder? Well what we don’t hear enough is how trauma impacts not only our mental health but our overall health. If you answered yes or maybe to any of the questions above then you came to the right place!
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Many of the people I work with are navigating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or patterns like people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, and burnout. Others come to therapy feeling lost in their relationships, struggling with ADHD or OCD, or trying to better understand themselves and their past experiences. Together, we focus on understanding your experiences and building practical tools that fit your life, moving at a pace that feels supportive and manageable.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Many of the people I work with are navigating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or patterns like people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, and burnout. Others come to therapy feeling lost in their relationships, struggling with ADHD or OCD, or trying to better understand themselves and their past experiences. Together, we focus on understanding your experiences and building practical tools that fit your life, moving at a pace that feels supportive and manageable.
Accepting new clients to a wait list only.
I aim to provide a supportive, judgement free environment. As my client, your wants and needs will become a priority. As a team we will work together to reach your goals. I work hard to understand my clients worldview while also maintaining the ability to share outside perspective. I believe that with the right support everyone has the ability to live a fulfilling life. If you are searching for support, healing, understanding, perspective, or challenge I would love to help you with your journey.
Accepting new clients to a wait list only.
I aim to provide a supportive, judgement free environment. As my client, your wants and needs will become a priority. As a team we will work together to reach your goals. I work hard to understand my clients worldview while also maintaining the ability to share outside perspective. I believe that with the right support everyone has the ability to live a fulfilling life. If you are searching for support, healing, understanding, perspective, or challenge I would love to help you with your journey.
Emotions and significant life stressors can leave a person feeling stuck or helpless. Finding a safe place to process emotions and address questions of shame, normalcy, and acceptance can be challenging. Without being able to process emotions and trauma, we can get stuck while the emotions stay in our bodies. Processing emotions not only provides mental relief, but can also transform a person’s connectedness to their bodies and relieve some physical manifestations of stressors. I hope to help people find hope which allows space for life to be messy and things to still be okay.
Emotions and significant life stressors can leave a person feeling stuck or helpless. Finding a safe place to process emotions and address questions of shame, normalcy, and acceptance can be challenging. Without being able to process emotions and trauma, we can get stuck while the emotions stay in our bodies. Processing emotions not only provides mental relief, but can also transform a person’s connectedness to their bodies and relieve some physical manifestations of stressors. I hope to help people find hope which allows space for life to be messy and things to still be okay.
Do you feel lost? What is your identity - your sense of self? Are you your own person, ,or are you someone else's? I hope in partnership with you to define who you are at your core. Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or any other mental health symptom; our humanity is not just physical, but emotional as well. Thus, It is necessary for us to direct our attention to the wound in that child-self, an emotional wound that informs our mental health challenges. I will use the tools i have to bring an understanding into yourself, and to build coping and boundary-setting skills to put to practice that insight.
Do you feel lost? What is your identity - your sense of self? Are you your own person, ,or are you someone else's? I hope in partnership with you to define who you are at your core. Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or any other mental health symptom; our humanity is not just physical, but emotional as well. Thus, It is necessary for us to direct our attention to the wound in that child-self, an emotional wound that informs our mental health challenges. I will use the tools i have to bring an understanding into yourself, and to build coping and boundary-setting skills to put to practice that insight.
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98371
Today is your first step on the pathway to change and together we will make the transformation you are seeking in your life. Pathway to Change is unique in that we offer several therapists to choose from who can work collaboratively with you to accomplish the change you want to see. With over 40 years of combined therapy experience each therapist offers a different approach within the therapeutic relationship. We are excited to now offer Life Coaching through our partnership with Simply You LLC.
Today is your first step on the pathway to change and together we will make the transformation you are seeking in your life. Pathway to Change is unique in that we offer several therapists to choose from who can work collaboratively with you to accomplish the change you want to see. With over 40 years of combined therapy experience each therapist offers a different approach within the therapeutic relationship. We are excited to now offer Life Coaching through our partnership with Simply You LLC.
Would it surprise you to know that nearly every client I have ever worked with has asked me the same question? It's true. "Am I crazy?" I tell them all the same thing: "No. Crazy is a feeling--not a diagnosis. You can feel crazy, act crazy, look crazy, do something crazy--but you cannot BE crazy. Maybe you have been wondering if you are crazy? Or if perhaps you are "losing your mind"? I would like to be the therapist who gets to know you, and helps reassure you that you are not crazy or losing your mind, and to help you feel better in general.
Would it surprise you to know that nearly every client I have ever worked with has asked me the same question? It's true. "Am I crazy?" I tell them all the same thing: "No. Crazy is a feeling--not a diagnosis. You can feel crazy, act crazy, look crazy, do something crazy--but you cannot BE crazy. Maybe you have been wondering if you are crazy? Or if perhaps you are "losing your mind"? I would like to be the therapist who gets to know you, and helps reassure you that you are not crazy or losing your mind, and to help you feel better in general.
Andrea is experienced working with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, groups, and families who are navigating: adjustment issues, low self-esteem, family relationships, compassion fatigue, work stressors, relationship conflicts, trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional), suicidal thoughts, grief and loss, substance use stressors, medical diagnoses/health concerns impacting mental health & well-being, and feeling anxious/down/unsure of how you are feeling.
Andrea provides strength based, solution focused, trauma informed care, cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and dialectal behavior therapy techniques to support our work together. Also, she supports ALL individuals, including those who identify as BIPOC and LBGTQ+ . Provides telehealth and in-person therapy. Washington approved supervisor
Andrea is experienced working with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, groups, and families who are navigating: adjustment issues, low self-esteem, family relationships, compassion fatigue, work stressors, relationship conflicts, trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional), suicidal thoughts, grief and loss, substance use stressors, medical diagnoses/health concerns impacting mental health & well-being, and feeling anxious/down/unsure of how you are feeling.
Andrea provides strength based, solution focused, trauma informed care, cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and dialectal behavior therapy techniques to support our work together. Also, she supports ALL individuals, including those who identify as BIPOC and LBGTQ+ . Provides telehealth and in-person therapy. Washington approved supervisor
I work with LGBTQIA2S+ adults (couples, families, and individuals) navigating trauma, identity, neurodivergence, recovery, or major life transitions—especially folks impacted by systems like foster care, housing instability, or healthcare. They may feel guarded, burned out, or unsure who to trust, but want to better understand themselves and create meaningful change. They’re looking for a therapist who moves at their pace, honors their autonomy, and offers a collaborative, nonjudgmental space to heal and grow.
I work with LGBTQIA2S+ adults (couples, families, and individuals) navigating trauma, identity, neurodivergence, recovery, or major life transitions—especially folks impacted by systems like foster care, housing instability, or healthcare. They may feel guarded, burned out, or unsure who to trust, but want to better understand themselves and create meaningful change. They’re looking for a therapist who moves at their pace, honors their autonomy, and offers a collaborative, nonjudgmental space to heal and grow.
Often, when we feel blocked by experiencing overwhelming negative thoughts and emotions, it can make one feel trapped with no way out. Anger, frustration, sadness and worry can easily pound down confidence and push away people we care about in our lives. My passion is helping you break free from what I call the "dictatorship" of anxiety, anger, depression, past hurts, and work with you to find your personal strength to start living your life on your terms and strengthen connections with others.
Often, when we feel blocked by experiencing overwhelming negative thoughts and emotions, it can make one feel trapped with no way out. Anger, frustration, sadness and worry can easily pound down confidence and push away people we care about in our lives. My passion is helping you break free from what I call the "dictatorship" of anxiety, anger, depression, past hurts, and work with you to find your personal strength to start living your life on your terms and strengthen connections with others.
If you're seeking a compassionate, creative space to explore your story, you're in the right place. I work with adolescents and adults navigating life transitions, identity exploration, grief, anxiety, trauma, and burnout. Whether you're coming out later in life, exploring neurodivergence after a new diagnosis, or simply feeling stuck, I offer a grounding, affirming space to reconnect with your values, creativity, and resilience.
If you're seeking a compassionate, creative space to explore your story, you're in the right place. I work with adolescents and adults navigating life transitions, identity exploration, grief, anxiety, trauma, and burnout. Whether you're coming out later in life, exploring neurodivergence after a new diagnosis, or simply feeling stuck, I offer a grounding, affirming space to reconnect with your values, creativity, and resilience.
We all experience difficulties and have barriers in our lives that keep us from experiencing the fullness of freedom we desire. Whether you are having difficulties with a relationship, wrestling through identity and family of origin questions, or healing from a trauma or painful loss, I want WELL Counseling to be a safe and peaceful place for you to process and begin your healing.
We all experience difficulties and have barriers in our lives that keep us from experiencing the fullness of freedom we desire. Whether you are having difficulties with a relationship, wrestling through identity and family of origin questions, or healing from a trauma or painful loss, I want WELL Counseling to be a safe and peaceful place for you to process and begin your healing.
We each have a unique story and it shapes how we interact with ourselves and the world around us. Parts of it can feel liberating and joyous while others trapping and disempowering which impacts how we show up for ourselves and others. By bringing an awareness to both our strengths and our wounds we can heal what feels burdening and create an updated compass to navigating our internal world and our relationships. I would be honored to bear witness to your story and support you.
We each have a unique story and it shapes how we interact with ourselves and the world around us. Parts of it can feel liberating and joyous while others trapping and disempowering which impacts how we show up for ourselves and others. By bringing an awareness to both our strengths and our wounds we can heal what feels burdening and create an updated compass to navigating our internal world and our relationships. I would be honored to bear witness to your story and support you.
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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.