Suicidal Ideation Counselling in South East Queensland, QLD
Special interest areas: Parenting, attachment and relationships, self esteem and body image Jess is a registered psychologist & board approved supervisor who provides holistic client care with a non-judgemental approach to therapy. Jess has over 10 years’ experience within the childcare protection sector and private practice. Jess has experience working with childhood trauma, complex presentations including self-harm and suicide, relationship difficulties and issues with self esteem and self-worth. Jess is passionate about working with adolescents and adults and providing parenting support to help raise resilient happy children.
Special interest areas: Parenting, attachment and relationships, self esteem and body image Jess is a registered psychologist & board approved supervisor who provides holistic client care with a non-judgemental approach to therapy. Jess has over 10 years’ experience within the childcare protection sector and private practice. Jess has experience working with childhood trauma, complex presentations including self-harm and suicide, relationship difficulties and issues with self esteem and self-worth. Jess is passionate about working with adolescents and adults and providing parenting support to help raise resilient happy children.
As a frontline responder, a veteran, or as an individual experiencing trauma, a victim of crime, or suffering suicidal ideation, I have a unique set of skills and insight that you may find helpful. Prior to becoming a psychologist, I was an Australian Federal Police officer, for 31 years. I worked alongside Queensland Police, other police services across the world, ambulance services, firies, and our Defence personnel in Afghanistan. I was a nurse prior to joining the AFP. I was driven to psychology through my role as a police negotiator and through witnessing the adverse impact of what we do on too many and their mental health.
As a frontline responder, a veteran, or as an individual experiencing trauma, a victim of crime, or suffering suicidal ideation, I have a unique set of skills and insight that you may find helpful. Prior to becoming a psychologist, I was an Australian Federal Police officer, for 31 years. I worked alongside Queensland Police, other police services across the world, ambulance services, firies, and our Defence personnel in Afghanistan. I was a nurse prior to joining the AFP. I was driven to psychology through my role as a police negotiator and through witnessing the adverse impact of what we do on too many and their mental health.
Holistic Therapy and Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sunrise Beach, QLD 4567
I have experience supporting people with their mental health concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, parenting, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, sleep and much more. I aim to provide a positive experience within the mental health space, you will feel heard and seen, your story matters, you matter, and change is always possible.
I have experience supporting people with their mental health concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, parenting, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, sleep and much more. I aim to provide a positive experience within the mental health space, you will feel heard and seen, your story matters, you matter, and change is always possible.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with adolescents and adults who: experience strong emotions which escalate from 0- 100 resulting in distress, have difficulty in peer and family relationships, can't tolerate distress or criticism, and feel overwhelmed by everyday life including suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety and/or depression. My clients would like to better understand their situation and learn to manage strong emotions and difficult relationships. I also work with adults and families who are experiencing life changing difficulties or are requiring cognitive assessments for a learning difficulty or ADHD.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with adolescents and adults who: experience strong emotions which escalate from 0- 100 resulting in distress, have difficulty in peer and family relationships, can't tolerate distress or criticism, and feel overwhelmed by everyday life including suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety and/or depression. My clients would like to better understand their situation and learn to manage strong emotions and difficult relationships. I also work with adults and families who are experiencing life changing difficulties or are requiring cognitive assessments for a learning difficulty or ADHD.
I became a counselor because of my own mental health struggles with anxiety and suicidal thoughts.
Hi , I’m Kevin Chin, registered and insured counsellor based on the beautiful Gold Coast. With over 12 years of experience in supporting people with disability, mental health, and aged care in my role as a support worker, I’m here to listen and help out when you need it the most. Whether you’re an NDIS participant, navigating mental health issues, or just feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, I get it. Finding time to unwind and enjoy life can be tough, and I’m here to help you with that.
I became a counselor because of my own mental health struggles with anxiety and suicidal thoughts.
Hi , I’m Kevin Chin, registered and insured counsellor based on the beautiful Gold Coast. With over 12 years of experience in supporting people with disability, mental health, and aged care in my role as a support worker, I’m here to listen and help out when you need it the most. Whether you’re an NDIS participant, navigating mental health issues, or just feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, I get it. Finding time to unwind and enjoy life can be tough, and I’m here to help you with that.
Psych-ed Psychology / Sandy Ogier
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220
We offer 100% customised treatment plan, combining specific self-exploration and mindfulness, with the result of feeling less stuck and being able to move forward in life using inner strengths long term. A powerful new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research into how the human mind works (3rd wave CBT), called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT, is used to create a meaningful life (perspectives and values) and skills. It has been clinically proven to be successful in a wide range of psychological problems such as Anxiety, trauma, self/shame, depression, stress, bullying, emotions/anger/grief, sleep, and suicidal thoughts.
We offer 100% customised treatment plan, combining specific self-exploration and mindfulness, with the result of feeling less stuck and being able to move forward in life using inner strengths long term. A powerful new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research into how the human mind works (3rd wave CBT), called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT, is used to create a meaningful life (perspectives and values) and skills. It has been clinically proven to be successful in a wide range of psychological problems such as Anxiety, trauma, self/shame, depression, stress, bullying, emotions/anger/grief, sleep, and suicidal thoughts.
Liz Saolotoga
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217 (Online Only)
Other areas I counsel in are; survivors of sexual abuse, women suffering with endometriosis, anger, complex trauma, anxieties, depression, grief and loss, family and cultural expectations' and obligations, school concerns (bullying, career guidance) suicidal ideation & self-harming behavior's, infertility and IVF pathway.
My counselling approach is to find the critic voices within and bring them to the fore. Whether your dealing with anxiety, anger, depression, an addiction to pornography, infidelity or you just need a bit of guidance to find you again, we can work through those together. Life loves to throw a million curve balls and sometimes we don't have the capacity or tools to handle them. Or sometimes we think we are doing the right thing and handle it the best way we know how but then we make it worse. It becomes exhausting. I get it, have been there more than a few times myself. I invite you to Book an appointment today via my website link.
Other areas I counsel in are; survivors of sexual abuse, women suffering with endometriosis, anger, complex trauma, anxieties, depression, grief and loss, family and cultural expectations' and obligations, school concerns (bullying, career guidance) suicidal ideation & self-harming behavior's, infertility and IVF pathway.
My counselling approach is to find the critic voices within and bring them to the fore. Whether your dealing with anxiety, anger, depression, an addiction to pornography, infidelity or you just need a bit of guidance to find you again, we can work through those together. Life loves to throw a million curve balls and sometimes we don't have the capacity or tools to handle them. Or sometimes we think we are doing the right thing and handle it the best way we know how but then we make it worse. It becomes exhausting. I get it, have been there more than a few times myself. I invite you to Book an appointment today via my website link.
Face-to-face appointments are available on the Sunshine Coast or telehealth for other locations. I am a compassionate, trauma-informed and strength-based psychologist with a background in Mental Health, Functional Recovery, Disabilities and Behaviour Support. I am able to assist with difficulties across a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, emotional regulation, neurodiversity and relationship difficulties. I offer in-home, in-clinic, and telehealth appointments from Tuesday to Saturday.
Face-to-face appointments are available on the Sunshine Coast or telehealth for other locations. I am a compassionate, trauma-informed and strength-based psychologist with a background in Mental Health, Functional Recovery, Disabilities and Behaviour Support. I am able to assist with difficulties across a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, emotional regulation, neurodiversity and relationship difficulties. I offer in-home, in-clinic, and telehealth appointments from Tuesday to Saturday.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost or like an outsider. Sometimes the people around us don’t understand how we feel or don’t know how to support us. Whatever is going on for you right now, there is a way through. I know that within you is an innate wisdom. I enjoy helping people connect to their inner selves and find their own answers through exploration, honesty and with courage. It takes courage to see someone and discuss your inner life, it is an honour to be part of that journey and I don’t take the privilege lightly.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost or like an outsider. Sometimes the people around us don’t understand how we feel or don’t know how to support us. Whatever is going on for you right now, there is a way through. I know that within you is an innate wisdom. I enjoy helping people connect to their inner selves and find their own answers through exploration, honesty and with courage. It takes courage to see someone and discuss your inner life, it is an honour to be part of that journey and I don’t take the privilege lightly.
Josh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who provides an affirming therapeutic space to all people he works with. He has a keen interest in a wide range of psychological problems, with a passion for working with PTSD and trauma-related conditions. Josh strives to empower individuals to access their innate inner resources, and to walk alongside them on a path of healing & growth. Josh primarily works with individuals (age 14+) experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, anger, stress, and emotion dysregulation difficulties. He also has a keen interest in men’s mental health & ADHD.
Josh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who provides an affirming therapeutic space to all people he works with. He has a keen interest in a wide range of psychological problems, with a passion for working with PTSD and trauma-related conditions. Josh strives to empower individuals to access their innate inner resources, and to walk alongside them on a path of healing & growth. Josh primarily works with individuals (age 14+) experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, anger, stress, and emotion dysregulation difficulties. He also has a keen interest in men’s mental health & ADHD.
Life can be challenging sometimes, and I want to let you know that you don't have to do it alone. Whether you are facing stress, anxiety or mood problems, I am ready to listen and support you through this tough time. My approach is non-judgemental and person-centred, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Life can be challenging sometimes, and I want to let you know that you don't have to do it alone. Whether you are facing stress, anxiety or mood problems, I am ready to listen and support you through this tough time. My approach is non-judgemental and person-centred, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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We all experience varying degrees of anxiety or depression, but when those feelings become debilitating, life can lose its colour. You are not alone. I invite you to come and tell your story in a safe space where you can process what you are going through, and begin to move towards a lifestyle that aligns with your values. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship difficulties, identity issues, major life changes, grief and loss, work/study problems, addiction or maybe you just want to connect with your best self, my door is open.
We all experience varying degrees of anxiety or depression, but when those feelings become debilitating, life can lose its colour. You are not alone. I invite you to come and tell your story in a safe space where you can process what you are going through, and begin to move towards a lifestyle that aligns with your values. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship difficulties, identity issues, major life changes, grief and loss, work/study problems, addiction or maybe you just want to connect with your best self, my door is open.
Will Drotsky is a clinical, forensic and counselling psychologist in private practice on the Gold Coast. He is the founder and the principal psychologist of the psychology practice, PsychologyCare in Mudgeeraba, Coomera and Miami on the Gold Coast. Will is also the Director of the Bond University Psychology Clinic. A trained specialist in various therapeutic treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), he incorporates an holistic and integrative approach to best meet the needs of his clients. Will also provides supervision to Master and Doctorate students and is an experienced supervisor for Clinical endorsement.
Will Drotsky is a clinical, forensic and counselling psychologist in private practice on the Gold Coast. He is the founder and the principal psychologist of the psychology practice, PsychologyCare in Mudgeeraba, Coomera and Miami on the Gold Coast. Will is also the Director of the Bond University Psychology Clinic. A trained specialist in various therapeutic treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), he incorporates an holistic and integrative approach to best meet the needs of his clients. Will also provides supervision to Master and Doctorate students and is an experienced supervisor for Clinical endorsement.
Are your emotions telling you something is up? Depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol use could be a sign that some things in your life just aren't where you'd like them to be. Maybe a relationship is unfulfilling or in conflict. Perhaps someone close is using family violence or narcissistic abuse. Perhaps you have lost someone close.
Are your emotions telling you something is up? Depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol use could be a sign that some things in your life just aren't where you'd like them to be. Maybe a relationship is unfulfilling or in conflict. Perhaps someone close is using family violence or narcissistic abuse. Perhaps you have lost someone close.
Emily has a strong interest in trauma-related presentations, including PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders, and psychological assessment. Additionally, she works with neurodevelopmental disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and a range of anxiety and mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. She offers psychological assessments for clients of all ages and presentations (e.g., ADHD, ASD, personality, intellectual, etc.).
Emily has a strong interest in trauma-related presentations, including PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders, and psychological assessment. Additionally, she works with neurodevelopmental disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and a range of anxiety and mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. She offers psychological assessments for clients of all ages and presentations (e.g., ADHD, ASD, personality, intellectual, etc.).
If you're looking for a run of the mill counsellor or mental health professional to assist with your mental health queries, feel free to contact one of my very capable colleagues. I look at life through a different lens, with a transpersonal -even spiritual- mindfulness-based filter. Expect to see life from a broader perspective, while still being very practical. Expect to work from the inside out: YOU will change, and then your circumstances will. Understanding how you (and your brain) operate will help you manage your emotions and behaviour more effectively. This, in turn, will make you less sensitive to (negative) emotion-shifts.
If you're looking for a run of the mill counsellor or mental health professional to assist with your mental health queries, feel free to contact one of my very capable colleagues. I look at life through a different lens, with a transpersonal -even spiritual- mindfulness-based filter. Expect to see life from a broader perspective, while still being very practical. Expect to work from the inside out: YOU will change, and then your circumstances will. Understanding how you (and your brain) operate will help you manage your emotions and behaviour more effectively. This, in turn, will make you less sensitive to (negative) emotion-shifts.
Lakeside Rooms is a highly regarded and prominent practice of Psychologists and Psychiatrists. Practitioners and support staff have been working together since 2000 to provide a safe, private, and welcoming environment for the community of the Gold Coast and the surrounds. Lakeside Practitioners believe the right match is important and good rapport is critical. Each Practitioner operates their practice independently from the Lakeside Rooms space, ensuring the balance of confidentiality and collaboration in the best interests of the client.
Lakeside Rooms is a highly regarded and prominent practice of Psychologists and Psychiatrists. Practitioners and support staff have been working together since 2000 to provide a safe, private, and welcoming environment for the community of the Gold Coast and the surrounds. Lakeside Practitioners believe the right match is important and good rapport is critical. Each Practitioner operates their practice independently from the Lakeside Rooms space, ensuring the balance of confidentiality and collaboration in the best interests of the client.
Core Counselling & Consultancy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Noosa Heads, QLD 4567
I provide individual services and therapies to clients 14 years and older. My focus is on building strength, confidence, and connections to improve quality of life and minimise the impact of unstable mental health. I aim to work together with my client and their support network to achieve their goals.
I provide individual services and therapies to clients 14 years and older. My focus is on building strength, confidence, and connections to improve quality of life and minimise the impact of unstable mental health. I aim to work together with my client and their support network to achieve their goals.
Hey there! Have you ever considered something different to 'talk' therapy? Perhaps you've tried traditional counselling but didn't get the results you were hoping for. Maybe you feel you need some help but struggle with what to say or how to express yourself. Is the time right to try something new? As every client is unique and the expert of their life, bringing their personal goals and lived experiences, I adjust my methods and modalities to ‘tailor make’ each new session. My main goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental space so that we can explore any emotional, behavioural and interpersonal challenges together!
Hey there! Have you ever considered something different to 'talk' therapy? Perhaps you've tried traditional counselling but didn't get the results you were hoping for. Maybe you feel you need some help but struggle with what to say or how to express yourself. Is the time right to try something new? As every client is unique and the expert of their life, bringing their personal goals and lived experiences, I adjust my methods and modalities to ‘tailor make’ each new session. My main goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental space so that we can explore any emotional, behavioural and interpersonal challenges together!
Mind Care Mental Health Services
Psychologist, MBBS, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
At Mind Care Mental Health Services, we understand that life can present us with challenges, and may be socially and emotionally. That’s why we are here to support people who are affected by range of mental health conditions and/or disabilities. Our mission is to empower you to overcome your struggles and lead a fulfilling life by equipping you with the skills and tools. with a range of evidence-based, practical, and personalised strategies to help you live your best life. In addition, Mind Care Mental Health Services proudly collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of skilled in-house therapists.
At Mind Care Mental Health Services, we understand that life can present us with challenges, and may be socially and emotionally. That’s why we are here to support people who are affected by range of mental health conditions and/or disabilities. Our mission is to empower you to overcome your struggles and lead a fulfilling life by equipping you with the skills and tools. with a range of evidence-based, practical, and personalised strategies to help you live your best life. In addition, Mind Care Mental Health Services proudly collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of skilled in-house therapists.
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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.