Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Seattle, WA
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Tracey Lynn Pierce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
Clients I work with are often experiencing chronic and acute illness,
suicidal ideation
, end of life issues, trauma, grief and loss.
There are so many reasons to seek therapy – depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, grief and loss. You might have developed coping mechanisms that are no longer working and you’re feeling disconnected from friends, family and your sense of self. Together, we will create a safe space for explorations of these difficult emotions.
Waitlist for new clients
Tobi N Goering (Life Compass Counseling)
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy is hard, not getting therapy is harder. Taking the first step to wellness can be the most difficult and I will gladly help you navigate though life's challenges via TeleMental Health sessions. I became a counselor to help others find hope and their potential in life. I have experience working with civilian/veteran clients who have been diagnosed with a personality disorder, anxiety/panic, depression, PTSD, adjustment disorders, and who have
suicidal ideation
, attempts, and/or self-harming behaviors. While we diagnose in order to "name it to tame it," I view us all as human beings who need extra help along the path of life.
Fredric Matteson
Counselor, CMHC
Verified
Verified
For 25 years I worked with over 16,000
suicidal
patients on the mental health unit of St. Francis Hospital with my office partner, Psychiatrist Dr. Sunida Bintasan, From observing their common patterns, I created an educational program (for persons with issues of deep despair, hopelessness, depression, feeling "LOST" & "TRAPPED" & "STUCK", and often with recurrent
suicidal
thinking) called Contextual-Conceptual Therapy (CCT). Combining expressive arts techniques, education, and therapy using "maps, models, & metaphors", it helps clients discover the roots of their deep despair, feeling trapped & lost, and/or
suicidal
thinking.
Not accepting new clients
Madeline Nicole Schmitt
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
My experience equipped me to support an array of challenges including depression,
suicidal ideation
, autism, anxiety, and ADHD.
I’m a mental health counselor who believes in getting to know you and your interests first, then the healing can begin. I provide counseling services to teens and adults via telehealth or in person in Seattle, WA. I believe that being fun and interest-oriented is going to help find where you are now, so we can build the future you want to achieve-people never fail, plans fail, so let's make a new plan. You are the expert of your own life; I’m only here to help remember strengths that may have been forgotten or build new supports if helpful.
Waitlist for new clients
Nicole Devine Rixen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
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 have worked in the Social Work field for almost ten years. I have worked 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.
Not accepting new clients
Lisa Bancroft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in anxiety, depression,
suicidal ideation
, grief, trauma, relationship problems, and other issues that cause personal and family distress.
It can be difficult to reach out for help. I hope to make this easier by providing a warm, inviting experience without unnecessary pressure. I believe in allowing my clients to drive their own healing processes through new insight into their problem areas, and by helping them build skills for lasting results. I particularly enjoy working with clients who have never experienced the benefits of therapy. My current clientele is largely made up of young adults, but I also work with teens and older adults.
Not accepting new clients
Kaitlyn Sheridan
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
We live in an absurd world, running into expected narratives about how life should be and how we should feel and think. These experiences can lead to suffering: overwhelm, feelings of isolation, meaninglessness, and permanence, leaving us feeling broken. We cannot change our experiences, but we can change our relationship with those experiences, what they mean, and how we approach them. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents, identity difficulties, motherhood, spiritual and existential concerns,
suicidal
thoughts and feelings, LGBTQIA+ challenges, domestic violence, neurodiversity, and behavioral concerns
Charlie Health
Verified
Verified
Charlie Health is the largest virtual provider of mental healthcare for youth and families in crisis. We are here to meet you exactly where you are, whether you are struggling with PTSD, major depression, panic attacks,
suicide
ideation, traumatic brain injury, or any other number of high acuity mental health issues, Charlie Health's team of masters-level clinicians and care team are ready to help you start the journey toward sustainable healing.
Waitlist for new clients
Lizzie Mendus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in anxiety, depression, neurological disorders,
suicidal ideation
, identity-forming, gender/sexuality explorations, trauma and stress-related disorders, and conflicts within families and couples.
Hello and welcome to Courageous Healing, PLLC! My name is Lizzie (she/her/hers) and I'm an associate independent clinical social worker (LSWAIC). Engaging in therapy takes strength, bravery, and courage. My therapeutic approach is guided through relational and person-centered practices, which involve seeing clients as complex, intricate people rather than diagnoses or “problems.” My intention as a therapist is to ensure my clients feel seen, heard, and understood, all of which I believe are of the utmost importance to healing.
Jenna Kae Laube
Counselor, LMHC, CDP-IT
Verified
Verified
As a psychotherapist I believe in creating a safe and welcoming environment for people to feel and express their emotions and dialogue about their realities. Meeting the client where they are at and working together to build insight and awareness towards creating a more fulfilled life is my main goal in therapy. I assist clients who are facing a wide range of issues including:
suicidal ideation
, grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, and spiritual concerns in taking steps towards healing.
Alexis Kimball
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Promote healing collective and intergenerational trauma and its rippling affects causing anxiety, PTSD, depression,
suicidal ideation
, and more.
My approach counseling is to promote hope, healing, contentment, and lasting growth, for the clients I have the privilege of serving. My mission is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental, and empathetic space, to dive deeper into the inevitable ebb and flow of our collective human experience. While at the same time, I'll introduce tools to help you enhance your strengths and uncover your greatest potential to evolve and heal from within. I'll utilize contextual, historical, intersectional, and cross-cultural techniques, in order to uniquely foster sustainable and transformative change to achieve and maintain holistic wellness.
AWE Counseling PLLC
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC
Verified
Verified
My experience is heavily rooted in Forensic Mental Health. I've spent a total of 8 years working between the court and jail. The last 5 years were spent in King County Correctional Facility as a Psychiatric Evaluation Specialist. I was the primary clinician responsible for the treatment of the incarcerated women on the psych unit. I did a significant amount of work with our
suicidal
unit and was responsible for conducting the 4 hour
suicide
trainings assigned to all new staff and officers in the jail. I value the complexity of the human experience and strive to provide a safe non judgmental space for clients to heal.
Not accepting new clients
Jason Moran
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Some of the issues I specialize in the treatment of are: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief and Loss, Codependency and Chemical Dependency, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Spiritual Abuse, Anger Management,
Suicidal Ideation
and more.
Currently I'm not accepting new clients, as soon as I'm able I will update this site, sorry about any inconvenience. Please be good to you, on your journey. As your therapist, I will help you use the emotional and relational challenges in your life as opportunities for personal growth. Together, we will remove the psychological barriers that keep you stuck, which will help you gain insight, hope, and stability. We will then work to rediscover the inner wisdom, strength and clear vision within you. Leading you back to enjoying your life and having a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others.
Marilyn T McCUNE
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Areas of interest and experience include working with clients experiencing challenging life transitions, relationship or family discord, difficulties with anger or emotional regulation, symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, managing
suicidal
ideas, co-occurring disorders, and coping with severe psychiatric disorders.
Marilyn McCune, MA, LMHC, Ph.D. Candidate, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing psychotherapy services to preteens, adolescents, and adults. I currently have openings for telehealth only for adult clients that can do morning sessions 9am til Noon. Marilyn McCune holds Masters degrees in Cognitive Science from University College Dublin, Ireland, and Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA, and she is a Ph.D. Candidate (2022) in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University.
Amy Mezulis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My clients are typically adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, disordered eating, self-injury,
suicidal ideation
, substance use, or trauma. I focus on helping my clients identify and achieve their personal goals to improve their daily functioning and overall well-being.
Not accepting new clients
Alex Tarasar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, self-harm,
suicidal ideation
, and oppositional behaviors.
Just like every client is different, every therapist is different, and it's important to find someone who you like working with. We could be a good fit if it's important to you that you can talk to your therapist about anything and not feel judged. We might be a good match if you are someone who is willing to try new things, as a lot of therapy is thinking about things in a different way. Also we might be a good match if you enjoy humor in your sessions. Therapy shouldn't be all miserable. I aim for 25% miserable, tops.
Laura Weinstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, CMHS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It's safe to say there is no one-size-fits-all way to come of age during a global pandemic and Youth Mental Health Crisis. As a youth and family art therapist, I am here to help, young adults, teens, and preteens learn to harness their strengths and turn them into coping skills they can use everyday to maintain emotional balance during these exceptionally stressful times. I am experienced in the full range of challenges facing young clients, but have particular expertise with depression / anxiety/ bi-polar disorder, major life transitions and stress,
suicidal
thoughts, gender exploration, PTSD, and chronic illness/ pain/ disability.
Not accepting new clients
Johanna Wender
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified
Verified
Welcome to Bravura Counseling. I proudly specialize in mental health wellness for active duty and retired first responders, as well as military members and veterans, and their family members, throughout Washington State. I focus on providing counseling that addresses some of the most urgent mental health conditions affecting our first responder and military communities, including: PTSD, Anxiety, Depression,
Suicide
Prevention, Burnout/Workplace Stress, Secondary Trauma/Vicarious Trauma, and Impact of Work on Family and Life Balance.
Nicole Davis
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or trying to make changes in life. Adept at working with diverse individuals, I build an environment of trust and security. I have an expertise in substance use disorders, whether individuals are exploring abstinence or establishing harm reduction changes in their life. Having worked many years in crisis mental health, I am adept at working with those experiencing episodes of acute mental health and
suicidal ideation
.
Mark R Hoagland
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT, MHP
Verified
Verified
I have facilitated over 200 groups for those who have lost someone to
suicide
.
I provide therapy to people who wish to make lasting positive changes in their lives in a warm, safe environment. I have extensive experience working with people who have loved ones who have completed
suicide
and/or are working through other complicated grief issues. I am a certified hypnotherapist and EMDR trained for PTSD and trauma. I am experienced helping with self-esteem, personal development, marriage or premarital counseling, depression, anxiety and divorce recovery. Other areas I work with are Crisis Management, Anger Management, Traumas, Adult ADD/ADHD, Sleep Disturbance, Career Counseling, Social Discomfort and cultural issues.
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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.