Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Cape Town
I am a registered Christian Counselor, with a Masters Degree in counseling and a doctorate degree in Theology. I have been counseling for over twenty years, various cases relating to, divorce, relationships, marital issues, depression, grief, suicide, trauma, stress and emotional pain. I adapt various counseling techniques including CBT, in order to clear your life's pathway ahead from confusion and pain and empower you to cope and to overcome your challenges. I believe that when our soul is hurting it affect's our whole life. We aquire soul wounds in life when we experience any trauma, but we can receive inner healing and freedom
I am a registered Christian Counselor, with a Masters Degree in counseling and a doctorate degree in Theology. I have been counseling for over twenty years, various cases relating to, divorce, relationships, marital issues, depression, grief, suicide, trauma, stress and emotional pain. I adapt various counseling techniques including CBT, in order to clear your life's pathway ahead from confusion and pain and empower you to cope and to overcome your challenges. I believe that when our soul is hurting it affect's our whole life. We aquire soul wounds in life when we experience any trauma, but we can receive inner healing and freedom
An Online Only, Registered Counsellor. I have worked in various contexts, a multitude of varying cases, assisting clients from all walks of life, as well as LBGTQ. Presently, I work as a Mental Health Clinician, the company deals with major clinical cases, suicide, abuse, trauma, substance abuse and general Mental Health issues. No ideal client, confident in my ability to assist all who engage with me. I am currently only available for afternoon consultations.
An Online Only, Registered Counsellor. I have worked in various contexts, a multitude of varying cases, assisting clients from all walks of life, as well as LBGTQ. Presently, I work as a Mental Health Clinician, the company deals with major clinical cases, suicide, abuse, trauma, substance abuse and general Mental Health issues. No ideal client, confident in my ability to assist all who engage with me. I am currently only available for afternoon consultations.
I help adolescents and adults facing various challenges including low mood, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, grief, past trauma, difficult life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self-destructive habits as well as struggles related to identity.
My therapeutic style is gentle and warm, taking a special interest in forming a genuine connection with each person I work with. My intent is to create a safe environment where you feel empowered to show up as your most authentic self - supporting you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences and in healing the things that have been difficult to heal on your own.
I help adolescents and adults facing various challenges including low mood, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, grief, past trauma, difficult life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self-destructive habits as well as struggles related to identity.
My therapeutic style is gentle and warm, taking a special interest in forming a genuine connection with each person I work with. My intent is to create a safe environment where you feel empowered to show up as your most authentic self - supporting you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences and in healing the things that have been difficult to heal on your own.
Wild Hearts Counselling
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rondebosch 7700
I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey back home to yourself. I accompany people as they deal with life transitions, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, identity crises, suicide, burnout and trauma, from age 13 and up. To heal is to make whole again. It is calling back all the parts of ourselves that have been lost and exiled, tending to the old wounds, and coming alive to what we have inside of us. It is discovering all of who we are, and finding meaning in all of who we are.
I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey back home to yourself. I accompany people as they deal with life transitions, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, identity crises, suicide, burnout and trauma, from age 13 and up. To heal is to make whole again. It is calling back all the parts of ourselves that have been lost and exiled, tending to the old wounds, and coming alive to what we have inside of us. It is discovering all of who we are, and finding meaning in all of who we are.
Abeedah Hendricks-Lalla Cedar Psychology
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Somerset West 7130
Cedar Psychology was established to cater to different mental health needs within a safe, non-judgmental and containing environment. We all have our ups and downs, where support from family and friends can be enough to help us manage our stress. Sometimes we may feel that we need more. Some may enter therapy because they have felt sad, worried, confused, angry, or numb for a long time, or would like help processing their past. Others may enter therapy because of sudden life changes such as the loss of a loved one, work/school stressors or relationship difficulties. Whatever your reason may be, support is available.
Cedar Psychology was established to cater to different mental health needs within a safe, non-judgmental and containing environment. We all have our ups and downs, where support from family and friends can be enough to help us manage our stress. Sometimes we may feel that we need more. Some may enter therapy because they have felt sad, worried, confused, angry, or numb for a long time, or would like help processing their past. Others may enter therapy because of sudden life changes such as the loss of a loved one, work/school stressors or relationship difficulties. Whatever your reason may be, support is available.
I am a Clinical Psychologist offering online psychotherapy. I offer short and long-term psychotherapy and psychological assessments to adolescents, adults and families dealing with psychological distress or clinical conditions. I also offer psychotherapy to facilitate personal growth during life transitions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist offering online psychotherapy. I offer short and long-term psychotherapy and psychological assessments to adolescents, adults and families dealing with psychological distress or clinical conditions. I also offer psychotherapy to facilitate personal growth during life transitions.
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
I am trained as a clinical social worker and provide individual psychotherapy support to adolescents and adults. I create a soft, sacred, and confidential space where my clients can explore their experiences, emotions, behaviours, and relationships.
I am trained as a clinical social worker and provide individual psychotherapy support to adolescents and adults. I create a soft, sacred, and confidential space where my clients can explore their experiences, emotions, behaviours, and relationships.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice offering therapy and assessment to adults, adolescents and couples. I work with all forms psychological distress and clinical disorders as well as those who wish to gain increased self knowledge and growth through the psychotherapeutic relationship. I also provide supervision for other professionals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice offering therapy and assessment to adults, adolescents and couples. I work with all forms psychological distress and clinical disorders as well as those who wish to gain increased self knowledge and growth through the psychotherapeutic relationship. I also provide supervision for other professionals.
Are you experiencing your own silent struggle? Let me support you on your journey to restoration – be it from trauma, loss & bereavement, stress, anxiety and depression or other health related issues. I am able to offer you a safe space, unconditional support, and a place to learn empowering self-care skills to assist you in managing psychological distress. Prioritising your mental health is integral to your overall well-being; the ultimate objective is to enable you to restore yourself to a state of being where you can thrive, rather than merely surviving.
Are you experiencing your own silent struggle? Let me support you on your journey to restoration – be it from trauma, loss & bereavement, stress, anxiety and depression or other health related issues. I am able to offer you a safe space, unconditional support, and a place to learn empowering self-care skills to assist you in managing psychological distress. Prioritising your mental health is integral to your overall well-being; the ultimate objective is to enable you to restore yourself to a state of being where you can thrive, rather than merely surviving.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out and fatigued, you may need professional support. With over 8 yrs experience in the field, my counselling approach, at Palm Arbor Counselling, is rooted in empathy, understanding, collaboration and a down-to-earth spirit. I believe that everyone has the potential to overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives if we have the right support and skills. Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child; a teen seeking guidance through the modern world's twists and turns; or an adult aiming to improve your mental health, I am here alongside you on your journey to mental wellness.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out and fatigued, you may need professional support. With over 8 yrs experience in the field, my counselling approach, at Palm Arbor Counselling, is rooted in empathy, understanding, collaboration and a down-to-earth spirit. I believe that everyone has the potential to overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives if we have the right support and skills. Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child; a teen seeking guidance through the modern world's twists and turns; or an adult aiming to improve your mental health, I am here alongside you on your journey to mental wellness.
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It is a natural thing to strive towards becoming the best version of ourselves. But life happens, which often leads to emotional distress. Allow me to take you on a transformational journey where you are able to resolve issues causing distress and work towards a better you.
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Deciding to start counselling is a very courageous first step on the road to dealing with mental health problems. I believe that it is privilege to be able to provide psychological counselling or assess clients when I meet them and bearing witness to their unique therapeutic journeys.
Deciding to start counselling is a very courageous first step on the road to dealing with mental health problems. I believe that it is privilege to be able to provide psychological counselling or assess clients when I meet them and bearing witness to their unique therapeutic journeys.
How can someone feeling unheard within their relationships, family or the workplace navigate these challenges effectively...
How can someone feeling unheard within their relationships, family or the workplace navigate these challenges effectively...
I offer a respectful, informal and comfortable but confidential space for individuals, families or groups to explore what is unsaid. The explorations can be in Afrikaans, English or Xhosa. I get on well with a wide spread of people from young to mature and from any gender.
I offer a respectful, informal and comfortable but confidential space for individuals, families or groups to explore what is unsaid. The explorations can be in Afrikaans, English or Xhosa. I get on well with a wide spread of people from young to mature and from any gender.
You have been going through a lot in your life right now. Nothing seem to be making sense. You have somehow lost your self-esteem and cannot make sense of life. I can help you understand what you are experiencing and help you find ways to resolve your problems in your own way. Call or contact me via - email. I create a non threatening environment where you feel safe to talk to me . I make sure whatever you say is respected and kept confidential. I understand that we live in difficult times where finances are a challenge. I therefore negotiate fees. Your mental health become a priority to me.
You have been going through a lot in your life right now. Nothing seem to be making sense. You have somehow lost your self-esteem and cannot make sense of life. I can help you understand what you are experiencing and help you find ways to resolve your problems in your own way. Call or contact me via - email. I create a non threatening environment where you feel safe to talk to me . I make sure whatever you say is respected and kept confidential. I understand that we live in difficult times where finances are a challenge. I therefore negotiate fees. Your mental health become a priority to me.
Tharwat Julius
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Grassy Park 7941
Mental and emotional health can have interpersonal, and social impacts; I aim to provide evidenced-based mental, emotional and behavioral health interventions within the context of families, communities and larger systems, to children, adolescents and adults. During counselling we will develop a collaborative relationship where each client feels empowered to act as an expert in developing effective coping skills, manage anxiety, depression, navigate difficult life transitions, and enhance communication skills and relationships.
Mental and emotional health can have interpersonal, and social impacts; I aim to provide evidenced-based mental, emotional and behavioral health interventions within the context of families, communities and larger systems, to children, adolescents and adults. During counselling we will develop a collaborative relationship where each client feels empowered to act as an expert in developing effective coping skills, manage anxiety, depression, navigate difficult life transitions, and enhance communication skills and relationships.
Liesl Eliastam
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Camps Bay 8040 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is working with clients who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. My ideal client is someone who has experienced great difficulty in life, whether it's an issue that persists from childhood or is more a recent trauma or setback; someone who understands that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring.
My passion is working with clients who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. My ideal client is someone who has experienced great difficulty in life, whether it's an issue that persists from childhood or is more a recent trauma or setback; someone who understands that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring.
My clients tend to have various life challenges. These can range from stress, anxiety, depression and suicidality to loss/grief, life transitions, coping with chronic diagnosis, couples counselling, career counselling and more. The need tends to be to address the challenges, promote self-discovery and mental health, find a collaborative support structure and to find ways of developing tools that will assist them beyond the counselling space. In the end counselling is about trying to find a way to reshape your life/approach/perspective to something that better fits who you are as a person and to gain a sense of personal well-being.
My clients tend to have various life challenges. These can range from stress, anxiety, depression and suicidality to loss/grief, life transitions, coping with chronic diagnosis, couples counselling, career counselling and more. The need tends to be to address the challenges, promote self-discovery and mental health, find a collaborative support structure and to find ways of developing tools that will assist them beyond the counselling space. In the end counselling is about trying to find a way to reshape your life/approach/perspective to something that better fits who you are as a person and to gain a sense of personal well-being.
If you are seeking clarity and direction in your personal/professional/academic life; or struggle with learning difficulties; or neurodiversity or cognitive challenges - that affect your academic, educational, or workplace performance; or feel stuck in your career, unsure of your next steps, or need insight into your strengths and areas for growth? If these are your challenges, or you'd simply like to understand yourself better - then I, together with my clinical team at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates, provide informed, experienced and expert assessment, treatment and intervention plans tailor-made for your unique needs.
If you are seeking clarity and direction in your personal/professional/academic life; or struggle with learning difficulties; or neurodiversity or cognitive challenges - that affect your academic, educational, or workplace performance; or feel stuck in your career, unsure of your next steps, or need insight into your strengths and areas for growth? If these are your challenges, or you'd simply like to understand yourself better - then I, together with my clinical team at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates, provide informed, experienced and expert assessment, treatment and intervention plans tailor-made for your unique needs.
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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors
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 behavioural 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 behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour 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.