Suicidal Ideation Treatment Centers in The Woodlands, TX
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment to Adolescents and Adults who are in crisis. Our programs are designed to help individuals and their families overcome the challenges that come from mental health or substance abuse issues. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can help you develop the tools you need to effectively cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health issues. We have facilities that are conveniently located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. Our programs are ideal for individuals who need more than once per week therapy, but who don't require inpatient hospitalization. If you or someone you know is in crisis because of a mental health or substance abuse issue, New Dimensions can help.
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment to Adolescents and Adults who are in crisis. Our programs are designed to help individuals and their families overcome the challenges that come from mental health or substance abuse issues. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can help you develop the tools you need to effectively cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health issues. We have facilities that are conveniently located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. Our programs are ideal for individuals who need more than once per week therapy, but who don't require inpatient hospitalization. If you or someone you know is in crisis because of a mental health or substance abuse issue, New Dimensions can help.
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment to Adolescents and Adults who are in crisis. Our programs are designed to help individuals and their families overcome the challenges that come from mental health or substance abuse issues. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can help you develop the tools you need to effectively cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health issues. We have facilities that are conveniently located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. Our programs are ideal for individuals who need more than once per week therapy, but who don't require inpatient hospitalization. If you or someone you know is in crisis because of a mental health or substance abuse issue, New Dimensions can help.
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment to Adolescents and Adults who are in crisis. Our programs are designed to help individuals and their families overcome the challenges that come from mental health or substance abuse issues. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can help you develop the tools you need to effectively cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health issues. We have facilities that are conveniently located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. Our programs are ideal for individuals who need more than once per week therapy, but who don't require inpatient hospitalization. If you or someone you know is in crisis because of a mental health or substance abuse issue, New Dimensions can help.
The Menninger Clinic
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
For 98 years, The Menninger Clinic has been a leader in providing accurate diagnosis and the best treatment for patients suffering from severe and complex mental illness, substance use and related conditions. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Menninger among the nation's best in psychiatry for 30 straight years. Our nursing staff has earned three consecutive Pathways to Excellence designations, the first independent psychiatric hospital to do so. Menninger offers comprehensive outpatient and inpatient assessments for all ages, specialty hospital programs plus transitional and outpatient services. Using these four gold-standard assessments, adult patients report that their mental health symptoms improved while being treated at Menninger and that they maintained these gains throughout their first year after discharge. Evidence-based therapies and genetic testing for medications allow personalized treatment. Many patients have not made desired progress from previous hospitalizations and multiple caregivers, and experience severe depression, anxiety, trauma or personality disorders, substance use, self-harm or suicidal thoughts. See our treatment outcomes at www.MenningerClinic.org.
For 98 years, The Menninger Clinic has been a leader in providing accurate diagnosis and the best treatment for patients suffering from severe and complex mental illness, substance use and related conditions. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Menninger among the nation's best in psychiatry for 30 straight years. Our nursing staff has earned three consecutive Pathways to Excellence designations, the first independent psychiatric hospital to do so. Menninger offers comprehensive outpatient and inpatient assessments for all ages, specialty hospital programs plus transitional and outpatient services. Using these four gold-standard assessments, adult patients report that their mental health symptoms improved while being treated at Menninger and that they maintained these gains throughout their first year after discharge. Evidence-based therapies and genetic testing for medications allow personalized treatment. Many patients have not made desired progress from previous hospitalizations and multiple caregivers, and experience severe depression, anxiety, trauma or personality disorders, substance use, self-harm or suicidal thoughts. See our treatment outcomes at www.MenningerClinic.org.
The Woodlands Behavioral Health and Wellness
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Our unique integrated treatment approach uses a multidisciplinary treatment team and a wide range of treatment services to assesses and treat the whole client and their significant others. An individualized treatment plan is customized for each client to address their specific treatment needs. Our treatment team which includes psychologists, psychiatrists, licensed professional and chemical dependency counselors, family and marital therapists, executive, social and life skill coaches, educational diagnostician, reading specialist and a health psychologist are all under the same roof. Members of the team assigned to implement the client's treatment plan collaborate informally and formally in weekly treatment meetings to monitor the client's treatment progress in meeting their treatment goals. Client self-management is the primary treatment goal for each client to ensure that through education and skills training the client understands and is able to take responsibility for managing their mental health issues in partnership with their treatment providers.
Our unique integrated treatment approach uses a multidisciplinary treatment team and a wide range of treatment services to assesses and treat the whole client and their significant others. An individualized treatment plan is customized for each client to address their specific treatment needs. Our treatment team which includes psychologists, psychiatrists, licensed professional and chemical dependency counselors, family and marital therapists, executive, social and life skill coaches, educational diagnostician, reading specialist and a health psychologist are all under the same roof. Members of the team assigned to implement the client's treatment plan collaborate informally and formally in weekly treatment meetings to monitor the client's treatment progress in meeting their treatment goals. Client self-management is the primary treatment goal for each client to ensure that through education and skills training the client understands and is able to take responsibility for managing their mental health issues in partnership with their treatment providers.
Lone Star Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77354
In order to begin the process of recovery, you need to feel safe; safe from triggers, safe from others and, at times, safe from yourself. Everyone is at a different stage of recovery and at LSBH we understand that. We offer a small 22 bed inpatient facility that is there for those tougher moments in life, as well as a growing PHP program located at our beautiful 168-acre outpatient campus in Tomball, Texas. Our biggest goal is to help you find stability and utilize resources to prepare for the road to recovery. We do this by paying special attention to our clients. This is done through our incredible team of psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, and psychiatric technicians who are trained to identify needs, establish goals & provide treatment for recovery.
In order to begin the process of recovery, you need to feel safe; safe from triggers, safe from others and, at times, safe from yourself. Everyone is at a different stage of recovery and at LSBH we understand that. We offer a small 22 bed inpatient facility that is there for those tougher moments in life, as well as a growing PHP program located at our beautiful 168-acre outpatient campus in Tomball, Texas. Our biggest goal is to help you find stability and utilize resources to prepare for the road to recovery. We do this by paying special attention to our clients. This is done through our incredible team of psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, and psychiatric technicians who are trained to identify needs, establish goals & provide treatment for recovery.
Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77354
Elevation Behavioral Health is a premier private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
Elevation Behavioral Health is a premier private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
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Evolve Teen Depression Residential Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Spring, TX 77379
Evolve Residential Treatment Centers offers the highest caliber of evidence-based care in the nation for adolescents 12-17 struggling with mental health and addiction issues. We specialize in teens battling depression, anxiety, trauma, emotion dysregulation, high-risk/self-harm behaviors, ADHD, addiction, suicidal ideation, and other emotional/behavioral issues. Evolve treats teens—and teens only. Our goal is genuine recovery that lasts long after your child leaves treatment. Our treatment approach emphasizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with other evidence-based modalities such as Seeking Safety for trauma, Relapse Prevention, Behavioral Activation, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and 12-Step support programs. Evolve’s robust residential program includes individual and family therapy, psychiatry, group therapy, experiential therapies (e.g. equine, surf, art, music, drama, yoga, etc.) and 24/7 skills-coaching. For out-of-state families, we offer family therapy via HIPAA-compliant video conferencing. We also provide daily academic support to keep teens on track with school.
Evolve Residential Treatment Centers offers the highest caliber of evidence-based care in the nation for adolescents 12-17 struggling with mental health and addiction issues. We specialize in teens battling depression, anxiety, trauma, emotion dysregulation, high-risk/self-harm behaviors, ADHD, addiction, suicidal ideation, and other emotional/behavioral issues. Evolve treats teens—and teens only. Our goal is genuine recovery that lasts long after your child leaves treatment. Our treatment approach emphasizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with other evidence-based modalities such as Seeking Safety for trauma, Relapse Prevention, Behavioral Activation, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and 12-Step support programs. Evolve’s robust residential program includes individual and family therapy, psychiatry, group therapy, experiential therapies (e.g. equine, surf, art, music, drama, yoga, etc.) and 24/7 skills-coaching. For out-of-state families, we offer family therapy via HIPAA-compliant video conferencing. We also provide daily academic support to keep teens on track with school.
Center For Discovery, Cypress
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Spring, TX 77379
At Center for Discovery, we have built a legacy that has helped thousands of patients in eating disorder recovery. Since 1997, our continuum of care takes treatment out of hospitals and into real-life settings. Our evidence-based and trauma-informed treatments give our patients the coping skills and encouragement they need to navigate real-life recovery. Our team gets to the heart of why patients have a disorder—this means asking questions and providing therapies that reveal the root causes, all in a space that is filled with compassion and security. From the moment our patients step through the doors, they’ll begin developing the tools needed for everyday life after treatment.
At Center for Discovery, we have built a legacy that has helped thousands of patients in eating disorder recovery. Since 1997, our continuum of care takes treatment out of hospitals and into real-life settings. Our evidence-based and trauma-informed treatments give our patients the coping skills and encouragement they need to navigate real-life recovery. Our team gets to the heart of why patients have a disorder—this means asking questions and providing therapies that reveal the root causes, all in a space that is filled with compassion and security. From the moment our patients step through the doors, they’ll begin developing the tools needed for everyday life after treatment.
Kinghaven Counseling Group, Inc
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Spring, TX 77373
Established in 2003, Kinghaven Counseling Group, Inc. is a full outpatient service mental health agency offering a complete range of behavioral health services. These include medication management by our psychiatry department, comprehensive psychological evaluation for each person with home and office based therapy for children, teens, adults, couples and families. The Licensed psychologists, of Kinghaven Counseling Group, Inc., have extensive testing and assessment backgrounds. The licensed clinicians have master and doctorate levels of education in counseling and social work fields with their respective licenses in Texas. Individual, Family and Group therapy are available according to the person's need. Services also provided include substance abuse treatment program.
Established in 2003, Kinghaven Counseling Group, Inc. is a full outpatient service mental health agency offering a complete range of behavioral health services. These include medication management by our psychiatry department, comprehensive psychological evaluation for each person with home and office based therapy for children, teens, adults, couples and families. The Licensed psychologists, of Kinghaven Counseling Group, Inc., have extensive testing and assessment backgrounds. The licensed clinicians have master and doctorate levels of education in counseling and social work fields with their respective licenses in Texas. Individual, Family and Group therapy are available according to the person's need. Services also provided include substance abuse treatment program.
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New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77450
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment to Adolescents and Adults who are in crisis. Our programs are designed to help individuals and their families overcome the challenges that come from mental health or substance abuse issues. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can help you develop the tools you need to effectively cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health issues. We have facilities that are conveniently located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. Our programs are ideal for individuals who need more than once per week therapy, but who don't require inpatient hospitalization. If you or someone you know is in crisis because of a mental health or substance abuse issue, New Dimensions can help.
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment to Adolescents and Adults who are in crisis. Our programs are designed to help individuals and their families overcome the challenges that come from mental health or substance abuse issues. Our team of therapists and psychiatrists can help you develop the tools you need to effectively cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health issues. We have facilities that are conveniently located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. Our programs are ideal for individuals who need more than once per week therapy, but who don't require inpatient hospitalization. If you or someone you know is in crisis because of a mental health or substance abuse issue, New Dimensions can help.
Alexander Jewish Family Service
Treatment Center, PhD, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77025
Jewish Family Service is a non-profit human service agency for people of all ages and all walks of life. Our goal is to provide light, hope and help to individuals struggling with life challenges. JFS's professional, highly credentialed staff offers mental health and support counseling for individuals and families including a specialized program for individuals who live with persistent and pervasive mental illness. JFS also provides disability services, senior adult services and case management, employment services, Jewish chaplaincy services at area hospitals, community outreach, financial assistance programs and volunteer opportunities.
Jewish Family Service is a non-profit human service agency for people of all ages and all walks of life. Our goal is to provide light, hope and help to individuals struggling with life challenges. JFS's professional, highly credentialed staff offers mental health and support counseling for individuals and families including a specialized program for individuals who live with persistent and pervasive mental illness. JFS also provides disability services, senior adult services and case management, employment services, Jewish chaplaincy services at area hospitals, community outreach, financial assistance programs and volunteer opportunities.
Acera Health - Residential Mental Health Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
At Acera Health, we believe that everyone has the potential to create a life that they love. However, sometimes life can get in the way, and it can be challenging to know where to turn. That's where we come in. We offer a range of services to help restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life. Whether you're looking for individual counseling, group therapy, or a more holistic approach, we can tailor our services to meet your needs. We believe in providing compassionate care that empowers you to make lasting change. If you're ready to take the first step towards creating a life you love, contact us today. We're here to help you every step of the way.
At Acera Health, we believe that everyone has the potential to create a life that they love. However, sometimes life can get in the way, and it can be challenging to know where to turn. That's where we come in. We offer a range of services to help restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life. Whether you're looking for individual counseling, group therapy, or a more holistic approach, we can tailor our services to meet your needs. We believe in providing compassionate care that empowers you to make lasting change. If you're ready to take the first step towards creating a life you love, contact us today. We're here to help you every step of the way.
the Montrose Center
Treatment Center, MCP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
Clients include a spectrum of mental health concerns – depression, anxiety, substance use, sexual health in recovery, psychiatric medication management, trauma, interpersonal violence, adjustment to medical problems, and others. Our primary client base is made up of members of the LGBTQ+ community but others are welcome. Many of our clients have met with stigma and discrimination when they have sought help from other providers. Many of our clients are members of the LGBTQ+ community and have faced many difficulties in “coming out” to family, friends, and important others.
Clients include a spectrum of mental health concerns – depression, anxiety, substance use, sexual health in recovery, psychiatric medication management, trauma, interpersonal violence, adjustment to medical problems, and others. Our primary client base is made up of members of the LGBTQ+ community but others are welcome. Many of our clients have met with stigma and discrimination when they have sought help from other providers. Many of our clients are members of the LGBTQ+ community and have faced many difficulties in “coming out” to family, friends, and important others.
UHCL Psychological Services Clinic
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
The Psychological Services Clinic at University of Houston-Clear Lake is a training clinic for graduate programs in clinical psychology, family therapy, and school psychology. The clinic serves the community by providing sliding-scale mental health services to individuals (adults, teens, and children), families, and couples. We treat a variety of disorders, with expertise in depression, anxiety, and behavior problems for children and adults. Our student clinicians are supervised by doctoral-level therapists to provide evidence-supported treatments. We treat individuals with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, etc. We also provide assessments for ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, as well as diagnostic purposes.
The Psychological Services Clinic at University of Houston-Clear Lake is a training clinic for graduate programs in clinical psychology, family therapy, and school psychology. The clinic serves the community by providing sliding-scale mental health services to individuals (adults, teens, and children), families, and couples. We treat a variety of disorders, with expertise in depression, anxiety, and behavior problems for children and adults. Our student clinicians are supervised by doctoral-level therapists to provide evidence-supported treatments. We treat individuals with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, etc. We also provide assessments for ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, as well as diagnostic purposes.
Next Step Behavioral Houston
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Houston, TX 77004
Next Step Behavioral Houston is a 24/7 residential treatment facility for Adults 18 and older with severe mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Our primary focus of care is mental illness. We provide short term (90 days or less) and long-term (life care) for our clients, which is based on their individual needs. Our client are individuals that have a history of going in and out of the hospital, have misdemeanors, and behavioral concerns.
Next Step Behavioral Houston is a 24/7 residential treatment facility for Adults 18 and older with severe mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Our primary focus of care is mental illness. We provide short term (90 days or less) and long-term (life care) for our clients, which is based on their individual needs. Our client are individuals that have a history of going in and out of the hospital, have misdemeanors, and behavioral concerns.
Jones Wellness Center
Treatment Center, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
Jones Wellness Center is a mental health Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program. Our treatment approach nurtures the mind-body connection in our patients, understands the intricate role of the nervous system, and utilizes a multidisciplinary therapeutic model that restores the whole individual. Our center seamlessly interweaves modern neuroscience with psychotherapeutic and holistic body-based treatment modalities in a clinical practice.
Jones Wellness Center is a mental health Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program. Our treatment approach nurtures the mind-body connection in our patients, understands the intricate role of the nervous system, and utilizes a multidisciplinary therapeutic model that restores the whole individual. Our center seamlessly interweaves modern neuroscience with psychotherapeutic and holistic body-based treatment modalities in a clinical practice.
Ethos Wellness Lovett
Treatment Center, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
Ethos Wellness - Lovett is a beautiful healing space that houses the largest group of specialized therapists anywhere in the Greater Houston Area. Clinicians at The Lovett Center are equipped to treat substance use issues, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, grief, relationship issues, as well as other mental and emotional issues through individual, group, and family therapy. The Lovett Center also operates Pathos, an integrative mental health Intensive Outpatient Program.
Ethos Wellness - Lovett is a beautiful healing space that houses the largest group of specialized therapists anywhere in the Greater Houston Area. Clinicians at The Lovett Center are equipped to treat substance use issues, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, grief, relationship issues, as well as other mental and emotional issues through individual, group, and family therapy. The Lovett Center also operates Pathos, an integrative mental health Intensive Outpatient Program.
Grief Recovery Center
Treatment Center, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77018
Grief Recovery Center is a private outpatient mental health counseling practice located in Houston, Texas. We are a team of licensed Mental Health Professionals in Houston dedicated to providing confidential counseling services and compassionate care. We serve all ages, provide counseling, and offer The Grief Recovery Program. Our office is in Houston, but we provide online therapy throughout the state of Texas. Our vision is a world where no one is afraid to seek mental health help, regardless of background. We believe that everyone deserves healing, hope, and compassionate mental health care.
Grief Recovery Center is a private outpatient mental health counseling practice located in Houston, Texas. We are a team of licensed Mental Health Professionals in Houston dedicated to providing confidential counseling services and compassionate care. We serve all ages, provide counseling, and offer The Grief Recovery Program. Our office is in Houston, but we provide online therapy throughout the state of Texas. Our vision is a world where no one is afraid to seek mental health help, regardless of background. We believe that everyone deserves healing, hope, and compassionate mental health care.
Petoskey Center - Intensive Outpatient Program
Treatment Center, PhD, MEd, CGP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77024
Petoskey Center provides patients with the opportunity to experience intensive treatment without the need for inpatient or residential psychiatric hospitalization. They can continue meeting their responsibilities (as much as possible) in their communities while diving more deeply into treatment. Petoskey Center's intensive outpatient program (IOP) gives clients a safe place to: Explore the reasons behind their psychological struggles; learn and practice new skills for coping, managing, and preventing emotional crises; identify a path forward in terms of education, career, family, lifestyle; and practice implementing real change both in and outside the therapy environment. We are focused on mental health issues and do not work with patients struggling with addiction as their primary difficulty.
Petoskey Center provides patients with the opportunity to experience intensive treatment without the need for inpatient or residential psychiatric hospitalization. They can continue meeting their responsibilities (as much as possible) in their communities while diving more deeply into treatment. Petoskey Center's intensive outpatient program (IOP) gives clients a safe place to: Explore the reasons behind their psychological struggles; learn and practice new skills for coping, managing, and preventing emotional crises; identify a path forward in terms of education, career, family, lifestyle; and practice implementing real change both in and outside the therapy environment. We are focused on mental health issues and do not work with patients struggling with addiction as their primary difficulty.
Westpark Springs
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Richmond, TX 77407
Westpark Springs is a leading provider of high-quality behavioral healthcare services. Our engaged and mission-driven team is dedicated to Changing People's Lives through a patient-centric approach to delivering superior outcomes. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide quality, compassionate treatment of mental illness and addiction, offering a broad scope of inpatient and outpatient services for our diverse patient population.
Westpark Springs is a leading provider of high-quality behavioral healthcare services. Our engaged and mission-driven team is dedicated to Changing People's Lives through a patient-centric approach to delivering superior outcomes. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide quality, compassionate treatment of mental illness and addiction, offering a broad scope of inpatient and outpatient services for our diverse patient population.
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Suicidal Ideation Treatment Centers
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.