Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA
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Mycah McNamara
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267
It can be challenging to ask for help, whether it is for yourself or someone you know. I am here to help make it easier. I work with kids, teens, and their families that are struggling to connect or understand one another amongst a wide range of other struggles. Some include depression, anxiety, trauma, impulsivity, anger, and defiance. My clients needs range from those struggling to clearly communicate to finding coping skills that work for their depression, suicide ideation, self-harm, anxiety, anger, and other intense emotions.
It can be challenging to ask for help, whether it is for yourself or someone you know. I am here to help make it easier. I work with kids, teens, and their families that are struggling to connect or understand one another amongst a wide range of other struggles. Some include depression, anxiety, trauma, impulsivity, anger, and defiance. My clients needs range from those struggling to clearly communicate to finding coping skills that work for their depression, suicide ideation, self-harm, anxiety, anger, and other intense emotions.
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Sarah Finch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I’m a patient, attentive, neurodivergent human, fueled by deep curiosity and compassion ready to walk with you through any life stage. Through my own personal work in depth therapy, 10+ years in the field, and formidable life experiences, I have learned that we’re all on a unique journey towards tending to parts of ourselves that have been mistreated or left behind by adverse past experiences. As an individual and a provider, I have a strong passion for healing. I believe in the power of restorative relationships, that everyone possesses the ability to rewrite unhelpful life narratives, and the strength to transform their life.
I’m a patient, attentive, neurodivergent human, fueled by deep curiosity and compassion ready to walk with you through any life stage. Through my own personal work in depth therapy, 10+ years in the field, and formidable life experiences, I have learned that we’re all on a unique journey towards tending to parts of ourselves that have been mistreated or left behind by adverse past experiences. As an individual and a provider, I have a strong passion for healing. I believe in the power of restorative relationships, that everyone possesses the ability to rewrite unhelpful life narratives, and the strength to transform their life.
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Bryan Sawlsville
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
I offer over 25 years' experience in Mental Health and Substance Use treatment services providing direct care across many settings & populations including adults, children, families and couples. While my style is based on presenting goals, attention to mindfulness, personal strengths and narratives are strong foundations to our work. I see people as being expert in themselves and want to honor their experiences in life to help guide treatment. I have success working with interpersonal and family issues, trauma, addiction, substance use, anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting, and crisis intervention.
I offer over 25 years' experience in Mental Health and Substance Use treatment services providing direct care across many settings & populations including adults, children, families and couples. While my style is based on presenting goals, attention to mindfulness, personal strengths and narratives are strong foundations to our work. I see people as being expert in themselves and want to honor their experiences in life to help guide treatment. I have success working with interpersonal and family issues, trauma, addiction, substance use, anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting, and crisis intervention.
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Some things about me: I have a conversational style, I'm comfortable and casual in the room and I'm not afraid to ask tough questions. I'm not the therapist for you if you are looking for a "blank slate." This is a team effort and I will do what it takes to get you the help you need. I have seen therapy work for a lot of people who thought it could never help them, so give me a call if you are unsure and we will figure it out together. It's time to take control back.
Some things about me: I have a conversational style, I'm comfortable and casual in the room and I'm not afraid to ask tough questions. I'm not the therapist for you if you are looking for a "blank slate." This is a team effort and I will do what it takes to get you the help you need. I have seen therapy work for a lot of people who thought it could never help them, so give me a call if you are unsure and we will figure it out together. It's time to take control back.
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Cristy Pareti
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I am passionate about helping clients raise their level of self-awareness and transform themselves and their relationships into the level they have always wanted. Whether anxiety, depression, past traumas or failed relationships are currently making you or your relationships feel stuck, I am dedicated to helping you discover new ways of challenging old patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You can create a renewed sense of empowerment and increase your overall sense of well-being.
I am passionate about helping clients raise their level of self-awareness and transform themselves and their relationships into the level they have always wanted. Whether anxiety, depression, past traumas or failed relationships are currently making you or your relationships feel stuck, I am dedicated to helping you discover new ways of challenging old patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You can create a renewed sense of empowerment and increase your overall sense of well-being.
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Shelley Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Everyone has their own unique story. I believe that being present for you to share your story is a privilege. I will help you explore and process your life experiences and set goals. I will be dedicated to helping you reconcile your past and overcome your fears. If you are struggling due to trauma, difficult relationships, workplace stress, depression, anxiety, transitions in your life, or you have a specific difficult situation that you need help with, I can help you.Together we will address issues that are causing you distress and that may be interfering with other areas of your life.
Everyone has their own unique story. I believe that being present for you to share your story is a privilege. I will help you explore and process your life experiences and set goals. I will be dedicated to helping you reconcile your past and overcome your fears. If you are struggling due to trauma, difficult relationships, workplace stress, depression, anxiety, transitions in your life, or you have a specific difficult situation that you need help with, I can help you.Together we will address issues that are causing you distress and that may be interfering with other areas of your life.
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Amie Love Callon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Waitlist for new clients
Hello. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, couples and families. I can help you find relief. Together we can face the challenges in your life in a way that will empower you and open the doors to greater possibilities. My private practice offers a safe and open atmosphere, free of judgement, and grounded in authenticity. Here you can experience heightened self-awareness and understanding, self-acceptance, enhanced mind-body health, personal growth, and freedom.
Hello. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, couples and families. I can help you find relief. Together we can face the challenges in your life in a way that will empower you and open the doors to greater possibilities. My private practice offers a safe and open atmosphere, free of judgement, and grounded in authenticity. Here you can experience heightened self-awareness and understanding, self-acceptance, enhanced mind-body health, personal growth, and freedom.
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I believe that people heal best by forming meaningful relationships. So, in therapy, I always seek to develop a genuine and trusting relationship with the person in front of me. I believe that a person’s true self emerges through this type of connection and knowing ourselves gives us the confidence we need to experience more joy and make significant changes in our lives. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, loss, grief, troubled self-esteem, trauma, addiction, and relationship issues. I work with adults, couples, families, children, and adolescents.
I believe that people heal best by forming meaningful relationships. So, in therapy, I always seek to develop a genuine and trusting relationship with the person in front of me. I believe that a person’s true self emerges through this type of connection and knowing ourselves gives us the confidence we need to experience more joy and make significant changes in our lives. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, loss, grief, troubled self-esteem, trauma, addiction, and relationship issues. I work with adults, couples, families, children, and adolescents.
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Domonick K Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
We all experience challenges in life. When those challenges seem insurmountable it’s beneficial to seek professional assistance. My passion & purpose is to help others set and attain their individual positive life goals. I've utilized a variety of therapeutic approaches to assist clients in finding healthier perceptions of themselves and strengthening positive relationships.
We all experience challenges in life. When those challenges seem insurmountable it’s beneficial to seek professional assistance. My passion & purpose is to help others set and attain their individual positive life goals. I've utilized a variety of therapeutic approaches to assist clients in finding healthier perceptions of themselves and strengthening positive relationships.
CBT Treatment Center, A Psychological Corporation
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Seeing your child struggle is such a helpless feeling. You wish you could find the right words that would fix it all, but nothing that you say, and no amount of logic that you use seems to help. Perhaps you have even tried therapy before, with little progress or success, and you're not sure if this is even a fixable problem. Your child's struggles have become the focus of the entire family. You just want your happy little boy or girl back and to have normalcy restored at home.
Seeing your child struggle is such a helpless feeling. You wish you could find the right words that would fix it all, but nothing that you say, and no amount of logic that you use seems to help. Perhaps you have even tried therapy before, with little progress or success, and you're not sure if this is even a fixable problem. Your child's struggles have become the focus of the entire family. You just want your happy little boy or girl back and to have normalcy restored at home.
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Mimi Kent
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, M Ed
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Supervised by Dr. Crystal Quarry, PsyD PSY29982. At Q Psychology Group, I partner with clients to support your healing, growth, and positive transformation. I create an intimate space infused with empathy and curiosity, but not without directness, authenticity and challenge. I have successfully helped clients reframe and address depression, anxiety, trauma, and shame, offering immediate relief from painful symptoms and limiting mindsets.
Supervised by Dr. Crystal Quarry, PsyD PSY29982. At Q Psychology Group, I partner with clients to support your healing, growth, and positive transformation. I create an intimate space infused with empathy and curiosity, but not without directness, authenticity and challenge. I have successfully helped clients reframe and address depression, anxiety, trauma, and shame, offering immediate relief from painful symptoms and limiting mindsets.
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Jack Lam
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
You have been living through a stressful and exhausting time. A global pandemic is constantly changing your relationships and the way you live your life. You have also been exposed to an unprecedented amount of collective trauma both within your communities, and on a larger global scale. You're finding it harder to get a good night's rest, and you struggle to find meaning in a world that seems overwhelmingly painful to exist in. You want things to be different, but you don't know how.
You have been living through a stressful and exhausting time. A global pandemic is constantly changing your relationships and the way you live your life. You have also been exposed to an unprecedented amount of collective trauma both within your communities, and on a larger global scale. You're finding it harder to get a good night's rest, and you struggle to find meaning in a world that seems overwhelmingly painful to exist in. You want things to be different, but you don't know how.
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Seeing your child struggle with anxiety is such a helpless feeling. Your daughter is paralyzed with fear about what others may think of her, and nothing that you say can comfort her. Your son freezes on homework and tests, feeling that everything must be perfect, and you feel guilty, as you wonder if you've passed these anxious thoughts down to him. Sunday night comes and they're preoccupied with the thought of the impending school week, and no matter how rational you are with them, they can't shake the dread that comes with going to school.
Seeing your child struggle with anxiety is such a helpless feeling. Your daughter is paralyzed with fear about what others may think of her, and nothing that you say can comfort her. Your son freezes on homework and tests, feeling that everything must be perfect, and you feel guilty, as you wonder if you've passed these anxious thoughts down to him. Sunday night comes and they're preoccupied with the thought of the impending school week, and no matter how rational you are with them, they can't shake the dread that comes with going to school.
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Catherine Vu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
I am an Asian-American therapist seeking to create a healing and culturally affirming environment for Children, Teens, and Young Adults. Life as a POC can be confusing to navigate as we can have traditions, values, and obligations that oppose our American cultural upbringing. This therapeutic space will be a safe container for those looking to explore their identity, purpose, and authenticity.
I am an Asian-American therapist seeking to create a healing and culturally affirming environment for Children, Teens, and Young Adults. Life as a POC can be confusing to navigate as we can have traditions, values, and obligations that oppose our American cultural upbringing. This therapeutic space will be a safe container for those looking to explore their identity, purpose, and authenticity.
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Jenny Seradilla
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Do you ever get the feeling of wanting to go home, only to realize you're already there? Or live with a persistent weight on your chest and a dark cloud shadowing your every move? This isn't the life you want, but maybe you're unsure where to start or whom to turn to. I'm glad you're here taking that first step! Imagine greeting each day with enthusiasm and peace instead of hopelessness and dread; let's make that your reality.
Do you ever get the feeling of wanting to go home, only to realize you're already there? Or live with a persistent weight on your chest and a dark cloud shadowing your every move? This isn't the life you want, but maybe you're unsure where to start or whom to turn to. I'm glad you're here taking that first step! Imagine greeting each day with enthusiasm and peace instead of hopelessness and dread; let's make that your reality.
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William Charles Conner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Being seen and supported for who you are is vital to feeling comfortable with your therapist. I strive to provide an affirming space for all individuals, especially gay, lesbian, bi, transgender, and non-binary individuals and couples. Heteronormative societal pressures often force sexual minorities to think of themselves in a non-affirming language, creating internal conflict and self-doubt. Crafting therapy with a language that reflects your lifestyle and beliefs is a hallmark of my therapeutic approach, and we craft that language together in a safe and collaborative space.
Being seen and supported for who you are is vital to feeling comfortable with your therapist. I strive to provide an affirming space for all individuals, especially gay, lesbian, bi, transgender, and non-binary individuals and couples. Heteronormative societal pressures often force sexual minorities to think of themselves in a non-affirming language, creating internal conflict and self-doubt. Crafting therapy with a language that reflects your lifestyle and beliefs is a hallmark of my therapeutic approach, and we craft that language together in a safe and collaborative space.
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One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. Given that each individual is unique, and no one issue is ever the same among different people, my approach is integrative and tailored to meet the needs of the person, not the "problem". I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgemental environment for patients to learn, grow, explore, challenge, and to live the life they want to be living. I specialize in working with adults - individual, couples, and family - with anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, relationship problems, substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, and LGBTQ issues.
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. Given that each individual is unique, and no one issue is ever the same among different people, my approach is integrative and tailored to meet the needs of the person, not the "problem". I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgemental environment for patients to learn, grow, explore, challenge, and to live the life they want to be living. I specialize in working with adults - individual, couples, and family - with anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, relationship problems, substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, and LGBTQ issues.
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You might be looking for support to manage a challenge that has come your way. This is a wise and life affirming choice. I find that obstacles arise as a way of offering an invitation to develop as human beings. It definitely doesn’t look and feel that way at first, but, as we look back on experiences, we know this is so. Meeting that invitation head on by having the neutral and clear guidance of a trained third party can make all the difference.
You might be looking for support to manage a challenge that has come your way. This is a wise and life affirming choice. I find that obstacles arise as a way of offering an invitation to develop as human beings. It definitely doesn’t look and feel that way at first, but, as we look back on experiences, we know this is so. Meeting that invitation head on by having the neutral and clear guidance of a trained third party can make all the difference.
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Alison Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MPS, ATR-BC, AEDP II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
It’s hard to tune out those inner critics that leave us feeling not good enough, alone, and hopeless. Sometimes we have difficult thoughts and experiences we have never shared with anyone that also leave us feeling nervous, disconnected and depleted. What if you could take all that negativity and use it to fuel creativity? A kind of creativity that offers healing and liberation from the hurt- one that allows movement when we are stuck. In therapy with me you will express yourself with more than just talk. My approach is empathic, gender affirming, culturally humble, LGBTQIA+ celebrating, radically accepting, and direct.
It’s hard to tune out those inner critics that leave us feeling not good enough, alone, and hopeless. Sometimes we have difficult thoughts and experiences we have never shared with anyone that also leave us feeling nervous, disconnected and depleted. What if you could take all that negativity and use it to fuel creativity? A kind of creativity that offers healing and liberation from the hurt- one that allows movement when we are stuck. In therapy with me you will express yourself with more than just talk. My approach is empathic, gender affirming, culturally humble, LGBTQIA+ celebrating, radically accepting, and direct.
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Judy Clingman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
My specialties include couples counseling, alcohol,drug,sex and love addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues,depression, sexual abuse, and spiritual issues. I am extremely skilled at helping clients who have very difficult people in their lives ( partners/ ex-partners, bosses etc with Borderline and Narcissistic Personality Disorders). I have 30 years of experience working with both adults and teens I genuinely LOVE what I do.I accept all PPO Insurance Plans and do the insurance billing on line for you.
My specialties include couples counseling, alcohol,drug,sex and love addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues,depression, sexual abuse, and spiritual issues. I am extremely skilled at helping clients who have very difficult people in their lives ( partners/ ex-partners, bosses etc with Borderline and Narcissistic Personality Disorders). I have 30 years of experience working with both adults and teens I genuinely LOVE what I do.I accept all PPO Insurance Plans and do the insurance billing on line for you.
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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.