Self-Harming Therapists in Bremen, GA
![Photo of Katie Davis, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7f280b8c-c6c7-4875-935b-f6ae7a0a2f48/1/320x400.jpeg)
Change is hard, particularly when feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I want to help you overcome the feelings of fear, guilt, and shame that interfere with your ability to be present and have a vital, fulfilling life. I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults who have experienced trauma, or are struggling with issues related to mental health, including depression, anxiety, and post traumatic stress disorder. I help clients recognize their natural resources and potential they already possess. My ultimate goal is to help individuals and families find healing and wholeness.
Change is hard, particularly when feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I want to help you overcome the feelings of fear, guilt, and shame that interfere with your ability to be present and have a vital, fulfilling life. I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults who have experienced trauma, or are struggling with issues related to mental health, including depression, anxiety, and post traumatic stress disorder. I help clients recognize their natural resources and potential they already possess. My ultimate goal is to help individuals and families find healing and wholeness.
![Photo of Patricia Sleebos, MDiv, MAR, MAHCMF, BCCC, BCPC, Pastoral Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dfe77f75-a700-4c70-90c1-7856e2718629/1/320x400.jpeg)
Patricia Sleebos
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, MAR, MAHCMF, BCCC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Bremen, GA 30110
Wondering how to overcome the overwhelming? Are you having difficulty processing a life transition? Dealing with relationship issues? Do you have emotional or spiritual wounds? I am a board certified pastoral counselor who provides a values-based framework for analysis and therapeutic interventions that will move you forward into a place of healing. My counseling technique is unique and personable assisting you to receive your desired resolutions and solutions through a trustworthy client and counselor relationship. Collectively, we can discover what is holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Wondering how to overcome the overwhelming? Are you having difficulty processing a life transition? Dealing with relationship issues? Do you have emotional or spiritual wounds? I am a board certified pastoral counselor who provides a values-based framework for analysis and therapeutic interventions that will move you forward into a place of healing. My counseling technique is unique and personable assisting you to receive your desired resolutions and solutions through a trustworthy client and counselor relationship. Collectively, we can discover what is holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
![Photo of Nirala Bard, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f616ad7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Nirala Bard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bremen, GA 30110 (Online Only)
I am, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH a clinical psychotherapist with more than 19 years of experience in providing mental health services to adults, couple and families. A champion for the rights of those with mental illness, I have also served as the Director of New Jersey Mental Health Services for a few non – profit organizations, Hospital settings – ER, DETOX, Inpatient, IOP, outpatient services and have also worked with the Superior Courts of NJ advocating for the needs of children, adolescents young adults and families in crisis. The main psychotherapeutic models I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and systemic therapy.
I am, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH a clinical psychotherapist with more than 19 years of experience in providing mental health services to adults, couple and families. A champion for the rights of those with mental illness, I have also served as the Director of New Jersey Mental Health Services for a few non – profit organizations, Hospital settings – ER, DETOX, Inpatient, IOP, outpatient services and have also worked with the Superior Courts of NJ advocating for the needs of children, adolescents young adults and families in crisis. The main psychotherapeutic models I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and systemic therapy.
![Photo of Michael Charnley, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cfb282b7-980f-4af7-8a7c-799c304dc468/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Michael Charnley and I am licensed in the state of Georgia, LPC010672. Of course, over 26 years I have become quite eclectic in the therapies I use, but mostly I want to meet the client where they are. Let the session feel like a conversation between 2 acquaintances. Since worked in various agencies when I started I was able to experience a lot of different issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self-Esteem Issues, and since my clients were adolescents, Family Issues. I am also comfortable working with dual diagnosis issues attached to Addiction and Abuse issues.
My name is Michael Charnley and I am licensed in the state of Georgia, LPC010672. Of course, over 26 years I have become quite eclectic in the therapies I use, but mostly I want to meet the client where they are. Let the session feel like a conversation between 2 acquaintances. Since worked in various agencies when I started I was able to experience a lot of different issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self-Esteem Issues, and since my clients were adolescents, Family Issues. I am also comfortable working with dual diagnosis issues attached to Addiction and Abuse issues.
![Photo of Danyale Weems - Waves Counseling Services, LLC, LCSW, CCTP, RPT-S, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/473a0f11-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Waves Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bremen, GA 30110
You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.
You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.
![Photo of Mark F Wagemaker - Transitions Counseling, LPC, BC-NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ecb95d0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Transitions Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-NCC
Verified Verified
Bremen, GA 30110 (Online Only)
I am only working online virtually with the app Zoom (HIPPA security), available for cell/tablets, it can be accessed directly on your PC. If you send you your email I’ll send you an activation link. I work with anyone that wants to create change in their life! Anyone that is choosing to move on to a more fulfilling life, it doesn’t matter where that motivation comes from! It could be from deep inside them or someone else helping them to see the need. I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy and hypnotherapy as primary tools for trauma, PTSD, and adverse childhood events (ACE).
I am only working online virtually with the app Zoom (HIPPA security), available for cell/tablets, it can be accessed directly on your PC. If you send you your email I’ll send you an activation link. I work with anyone that wants to create change in their life! Anyone that is choosing to move on to a more fulfilling life, it doesn’t matter where that motivation comes from! It could be from deep inside them or someone else helping them to see the need. I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy and hypnotherapy as primary tools for trauma, PTSD, and adverse childhood events (ACE).
![Photo of Maritza Pitelli, M Ed, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c38f048-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Maritza Pitelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bremen, GA 30110
My clinical focus is bodily, emotional recovery from trauma, adverse childhood experience, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I believe in the possibilities for my clients to discover a second life...balance & renewal they couldn’t imagine at the depths of despair/struggle/change. "Maybe we will find a new purpose. Dedicate to an old dream. Maybe we will soften. Meet God. Taste the vast reservoir of our resiliency and strength. Find beauty and meaning in the simple things—like a cup of tea with a loved one while watching a yellow-tinged leaf dance into a puddle. Maybe we will find dancing or painting or writing or art or science
My clinical focus is bodily, emotional recovery from trauma, adverse childhood experience, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I believe in the possibilities for my clients to discover a second life...balance & renewal they couldn’t imagine at the depths of despair/struggle/change. "Maybe we will find a new purpose. Dedicate to an old dream. Maybe we will soften. Meet God. Taste the vast reservoir of our resiliency and strength. Find beauty and meaning in the simple things—like a cup of tea with a loved one while watching a yellow-tinged leaf dance into a puddle. Maybe we will find dancing or painting or writing or art or science
![Photo of Danielle R. Bonich - Chapelhill Counseling Center, LCSW, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6c4423fa-2245-4ea4-be50-af62a065ebc4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Chapelhill Counseling Center is a faith-sensitive counseling practice featuring fully licensed clinicians who accept most forms of insurance. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective all the while maintaining an ethical position where the views of the counselors are not imposed upon the client. For clients that choose to integrate their Christian faith into the therapeutic process, they will find our counselors more than equipped to do so.
Chapelhill Counseling Center is a faith-sensitive counseling practice featuring fully licensed clinicians who accept most forms of insurance. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective all the while maintaining an ethical position where the views of the counselors are not imposed upon the client. For clients that choose to integrate their Christian faith into the therapeutic process, they will find our counselors more than equipped to do so.
![Photo of Mary L Godard, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b109b432-0884-45eb-97aa-3ab16da42a4f/2/320x400.jpeg)
I see you. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even feel like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexuality? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever.
I see you. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even feel like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexuality? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever.
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![Photo of Andrea Brock, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a464a82-9692-4784-904b-69b4bb8403c4/1/320x400.png)
Andrea Brock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in group homes, hospitals, crisis centers, and outpatient clinics. She enjoys working with preteens, teens, and adults of all ages. Andrea specializes in the treatment of anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, life transitions, and issues of identity. She is an LGBTQ+ affirming provider and is excited to help individuals become more comfortable with their true selves. Andrea uses an eclectic therapy style to offer her clients the most appropriate evidence-based practices to suit their needs.
Andrea Brock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in group homes, hospitals, crisis centers, and outpatient clinics. She enjoys working with preteens, teens, and adults of all ages. Andrea specializes in the treatment of anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, life transitions, and issues of identity. She is an LGBTQ+ affirming provider and is excited to help individuals become more comfortable with their true selves. Andrea uses an eclectic therapy style to offer her clients the most appropriate evidence-based practices to suit their needs.
![Photo of Thletha Yates, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0b0797cf-702a-4493-98d3-a0c458105211/1/320x400.png)
Hello, My name is Thletha Yates. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a National Certified Counselor, and a Clinical Supervisor. I offer psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, families, youth, and young and older adults. This includes all ages between 13 and up to centenarians. As a psychotherapist, I use a range of modalities that can assist with managing mental health and wellness in a healthy way. I am skilled and experienced at helping with emotional challenges and some challenging psychiatric disorders.
Hello, My name is Thletha Yates. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a National Certified Counselor, and a Clinical Supervisor. I offer psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, families, youth, and young and older adults. This includes all ages between 13 and up to centenarians. As a psychotherapist, I use a range of modalities that can assist with managing mental health and wellness in a healthy way. I am skilled and experienced at helping with emotional challenges and some challenging psychiatric disorders.
![Photo of Norie Cescutti Rogers, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7c610137-69f5-42f5-a874-ced5ebb583fd/2/320x400.jpeg)
Norie Cescutti Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Carrollton, GA 30117
Not accepting new clients
You are over-whelmed, tired, and simply sick of being tired. Nothing seems to bring happiness or lasting joy anymore. Your health is suffering and you're scared. Life is passing you by, sifting through your finger tips. You don't know where or how you "lost the light." You wish you could enjoy life like everyone else. You feel "heavy" and burdened by this fast-paced culture. You want to slow down and have a moment of peace. Maybe you have never had a moment of peace. You wonder if you are destined to stay miserable. You don't know where to begin on picking up the pieces. You can't go on "carrying the weight of the world" any longer.
You are over-whelmed, tired, and simply sick of being tired. Nothing seems to bring happiness or lasting joy anymore. Your health is suffering and you're scared. Life is passing you by, sifting through your finger tips. You don't know where or how you "lost the light." You wish you could enjoy life like everyone else. You feel "heavy" and burdened by this fast-paced culture. You want to slow down and have a moment of peace. Maybe you have never had a moment of peace. You wonder if you are destined to stay miserable. You don't know where to begin on picking up the pieces. You can't go on "carrying the weight of the world" any longer.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Craig Washington, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/311ee88b-3e49-40c2-9383-1baf0a451b69/2/320x400.jpeg)
Craig Washington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30305
We all want to be heard and accepted. Do you find it hard to fit in, to feel accepted or accept yourself as you are? Do you struggle with focus, motivation, or confidence? Do you frequently regret the past and worry about the future? I would like to help you gain more clarity about your needs and make the change you desire. I work with those who have felt alone or less than enough because of addiction, depression, anxiety, unclear thoughts, or because of who they are or whom they love. Clients include Gay Men, HIV+, Couples; Individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Self-Harming behaviors.
We all want to be heard and accepted. Do you find it hard to fit in, to feel accepted or accept yourself as you are? Do you struggle with focus, motivation, or confidence? Do you frequently regret the past and worry about the future? I would like to help you gain more clarity about your needs and make the change you desire. I work with those who have felt alone or less than enough because of addiction, depression, anxiety, unclear thoughts, or because of who they are or whom they love. Clients include Gay Men, HIV+, Couples; Individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Self-Harming behaviors.
![Photo of Ann Guzman, LPC, MEd, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/77f5dc15-fe5e-4353-9095-6594d0a8403d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Ann Guzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
*Intensively Trained DBT Therapist* Deciding to begin therapy can be an anxiety provoking decision. That is why I provide an ease about coming to therapy and attempt to make my clients feel comfortable beginning this process. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults helping them get through difficult transitions in their lives. I do a lot of work challenging people to explore their aggression, self-harming behaviors, drugs and alcohol use, suicidal ideations, depression and anxiety. I also enjoy working with adults dealing with life transitions and helping them improve their moods and perspectives on life.
*Intensively Trained DBT Therapist* Deciding to begin therapy can be an anxiety provoking decision. That is why I provide an ease about coming to therapy and attempt to make my clients feel comfortable beginning this process. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults helping them get through difficult transitions in their lives. I do a lot of work challenging people to explore their aggression, self-harming behaviors, drugs and alcohol use, suicidal ideations, depression and anxiety. I also enjoy working with adults dealing with life transitions and helping them improve their moods and perspectives on life.
![Photo of Alicia Allison Porter, MS, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42b22ed2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Alicia Allison Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
My expertise lies in treating anxiety disorders, OCD as well as working with clients facing depression, grief, childhood trauma, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation and parent-child interactions.
I believe in helping people discover their ability to be resilient and how to live in the present moment. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming with too many expectations from school, work, friends, etc. Anxiety is normal, until it becomes unmanageable and begins to restrict your ability to function in your daily life. I can help you push back on your anxiety and learn to feel better equipped to set boundaries with anxiety.
My expertise lies in treating anxiety disorders, OCD as well as working with clients facing depression, grief, childhood trauma, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation and parent-child interactions.
I believe in helping people discover their ability to be resilient and how to live in the present moment. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming with too many expectations from school, work, friends, etc. Anxiety is normal, until it becomes unmanageable and begins to restrict your ability to function in your daily life. I can help you push back on your anxiety and learn to feel better equipped to set boundaries with anxiety.
![Photo of Marylynn M P Mohr, MS, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d91fe8e8-7135-4f5c-8491-b861a884c0c0/1/320x400.png)
Marylynn M P Mohr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Peachtree City, GA 30269
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with eight years of experience. I work with a wide array of clients; from survivors of trauma to those struggling with anxiety, coping skills, depression, obsessive-compulsive (OCD), stress, trauma and PTSD, adolescents/teens, dual diagnosis, life transitions, self-esteem, and self-harming. I utilize a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I also offer parenting assistance to parents struggling with their children's behaviors. I believe the whole family benefits from progress in therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with eight years of experience. I work with a wide array of clients; from survivors of trauma to those struggling with anxiety, coping skills, depression, obsessive-compulsive (OCD), stress, trauma and PTSD, adolescents/teens, dual diagnosis, life transitions, self-esteem, and self-harming. I utilize a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I also offer parenting assistance to parents struggling with their children's behaviors. I believe the whole family benefits from progress in therapy.
![Photo of Sydney Lawson, MA, LPC, ATR-BC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/12e58752-a86c-481f-b45f-1ce73c42de9f/2/320x400.jpeg)
As an Art Therapist and Counselor, I am equipped to work with a variety of individuals in a myriad of ways. I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to understand and assist people through their struggles. I am able to provide 'traditional' counseling services as well as art therapy, behavior change approaches and EMDR to help you deal with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, life transitions and self-esteem struggles. I am direct, creative and open-minded and love working with people ages 10 and up.
As an Art Therapist and Counselor, I am equipped to work with a variety of individuals in a myriad of ways. I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to understand and assist people through their struggles. I am able to provide 'traditional' counseling services as well as art therapy, behavior change approaches and EMDR to help you deal with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, life transitions and self-esteem struggles. I am direct, creative and open-minded and love working with people ages 10 and up.
![Photo of Misha Kerr, APC, NCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b1dbf48d-0513-42fc-a7a5-953d86196c9c/1/320x400.png)
As a therapist, I am passionate about helping children and adolescents conquer challenging obstacles in their life. I have always wanted to be the bridge to help clients express their thoughts and feelings. I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgemental environment for clients to feel supported and respected for who they are. I specialize in working with mental needs connected to ADHD, anxiety, self- esteem, adjustment, school issues, anger/aggression and self harming.
As a therapist, I am passionate about helping children and adolescents conquer challenging obstacles in their life. I have always wanted to be the bridge to help clients express their thoughts and feelings. I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgemental environment for clients to feel supported and respected for who they are. I specialize in working with mental needs connected to ADHD, anxiety, self- esteem, adjustment, school issues, anger/aggression and self harming.
![Photo of Joan Michelle Coles, MS, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0be4b8bd-2769-4c75-9e2a-a855edd7b9a1/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a licensed professional counselor I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where my clients can explore and overcome their challenges. My practice is grounded in a deep respect for each person’s unique journey, with a focus on working with neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, suicidal, and self harming clients. I find working with 'tough cookies'—clients who meet life's challenges with a strong and determined spirit—especially rewarding. Whether my client is a kiddo with big feelings and behavioral issues or a young adult struggling to find a reason to keep going, I am happy to join with them as they work towards recovery.
As a licensed professional counselor I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where my clients can explore and overcome their challenges. My practice is grounded in a deep respect for each person’s unique journey, with a focus on working with neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, suicidal, and self harming clients. I find working with 'tough cookies'—clients who meet life's challenges with a strong and determined spirit—especially rewarding. Whether my client is a kiddo with big feelings and behavioral issues or a young adult struggling to find a reason to keep going, I am happy to join with them as they work towards recovery.
![Photo of Stacy Blalock, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50e836f9-2849-44fb-bf7b-c84d36f6e98a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Stacy Blalock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conyers, GA 30094
), and self-harm ( cutting, etc.
As an experienced, licensed counselor, I understand what steps are needed to make real healing possible. Just like the physical body, healing for the mind and spirit requires time and it is important to know at the onset that the counseling process will be a journey, rather than a sprint. I provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental space in which to share their story, helping them take their first steps on the path to lasting health. As a trauma-informed, source-focused counselor, I prioritize addressing the root source of a problem rather than its symptoms.
), and self-harm ( cutting, etc.
As an experienced, licensed counselor, I understand what steps are needed to make real healing possible. Just like the physical body, healing for the mind and spirit requires time and it is important to know at the onset that the counseling process will be a journey, rather than a sprint. I provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental space in which to share their story, helping them take their first steps on the path to lasting health. As a trauma-informed, source-focused counselor, I prioritize addressing the root source of a problem rather than its symptoms.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.