Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Charlotte, MI
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Nike Bethea
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone has a reason for what they feel and do. I find great value in helping you explore your own reasons and make meaning out of them so you can heal and be the best version of yourself possible. I love helping anyone who desires a better understanding of themselves but I have a particular interest in treating issues close to my heart. These include suicidal ideation, sexual assault and abuse, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.
Everyone has a reason for what they feel and do. I find great value in helping you explore your own reasons and make meaning out of them so you can heal and be the best version of yourself possible. I love helping anyone who desires a better understanding of themselves but I have a particular interest in treating issues close to my heart. These include suicidal ideation, sexual assault and abuse, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.
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Beginning therapy can be a scary process, but I invite you to be brave and take that first step. In my journey to becoming a counselor, I am struck by the profound intertwining of spiritual growth and emotional healing. Inspired by both my personal walk and the transformative power of therapy, I have committed myself to serve as a vessel — blending evidence-based therapeutic practices with redemptive grace and wisdom of Scripture.
Beginning therapy can be a scary process, but I invite you to be brave and take that first step. In my journey to becoming a counselor, I am struck by the profound intertwining of spiritual growth and emotional healing. Inspired by both my personal walk and the transformative power of therapy, I have committed myself to serve as a vessel — blending evidence-based therapeutic practices with redemptive grace and wisdom of Scripture.
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Brittiany Town
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, MI 48813
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, uncertain, or stressful and we can feel unsure about how to navigate through those next steps. Unfortunately, those feelings of stress and uncertainty don't discriminate based on age and even young children can feel the weight and effects of those challenges. My hope and goal is to be able to come alongside of you and join you and your child's support team as you learn to navigate those life stressors and challenges. I can provide counseling from a Christian perspective for those that are interested. I am client-centered and strengths-based.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, uncertain, or stressful and we can feel unsure about how to navigate through those next steps. Unfortunately, those feelings of stress and uncertainty don't discriminate based on age and even young children can feel the weight and effects of those challenges. My hope and goal is to be able to come alongside of you and join you and your child's support team as you learn to navigate those life stressors and challenges. I can provide counseling from a Christian perspective for those that are interested. I am client-centered and strengths-based.
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Expert Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT, CFAS, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
Are you ready to heal? Are you tired of unhelpful and seemingly unending symptoms and counseling? Then I invite you to take decisive steps towards recovery from most serious individual, couple, and family crises at Expert Therapy Services. You will be treated by a DOCTORAL level therapist who specializes simultaneously in multiple dimensions of mental, behavioral, and family health. A PhD therapist has at least twice the amount of academic education, clinical supervision experiences, and knowledge that is focused on helping you more effectively. Why settle for less?
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Dr. Debra J. Farrell
Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, CAADC, CRC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813
Compassionate, resourceful Ph.D level therapist assisting in areas of self, family, home, school, work, and community. Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Occupational Therapist in Michigan. Over 41 years of combined experience working in mental/behavioral health rehab, alcohol/drug rehab, medical/physical rehab, and industrial/vocational rehab. "Biopsychosocial-spiritual" approach to "heartache, loss, healing, recovery, and transformation" using conventional, non-traditional, and complementary approaches. I will help you tap into your personal resilience to overcome any barriers to your lifelong success and happiness.
Compassionate, resourceful Ph.D level therapist assisting in areas of self, family, home, school, work, and community. Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Occupational Therapist in Michigan. Over 41 years of combined experience working in mental/behavioral health rehab, alcohol/drug rehab, medical/physical rehab, and industrial/vocational rehab. "Biopsychosocial-spiritual" approach to "heartache, loss, healing, recovery, and transformation" using conventional, non-traditional, and complementary approaches. I will help you tap into your personal resilience to overcome any barriers to your lifelong success and happiness.
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Complex trauma isn’t a diagnosis, but rather a concept that describes how chronic upsetting, dangerous, and humiliating experiences impact people during childhood. Whatever happened to you matters! Your life experiences will never be trivialized in the therapy space that we create together. "Trauma necessitates survival strategies, but what we need to survive in any given moment may not be the same things that we ultimately need to heal". (T. Zimmerman)
Complex trauma isn’t a diagnosis, but rather a concept that describes how chronic upsetting, dangerous, and humiliating experiences impact people during childhood. Whatever happened to you matters! Your life experiences will never be trivialized in the therapy space that we create together. "Trauma necessitates survival strategies, but what we need to survive in any given moment may not be the same things that we ultimately need to heal". (T. Zimmerman)
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Holly Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, MI 48813 (Online Only)
Everyone experiences ups and downs in life. When it's difficult to recover from the hard times, the best thing you can do for yourself is to allow others to help you through it. It is my privilege to help you realize your strengths and abilities while encouraging you to break down and remove the barriers that interfere with you living your best life. I walk along side my clients to help them develop targeted tools to manage difficult emotions and behaviors. My goal is to empower my clients to boldly believe in themselves, so they can overcome any obstacle they may face.
Everyone experiences ups and downs in life. When it's difficult to recover from the hard times, the best thing you can do for yourself is to allow others to help you through it. It is my privilege to help you realize your strengths and abilities while encouraging you to break down and remove the barriers that interfere with you living your best life. I walk along side my clients to help them develop targeted tools to manage difficult emotions and behaviors. My goal is to empower my clients to boldly believe in themselves, so they can overcome any obstacle they may face.
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Selena J Lovejoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potterville, MI 48876
In these troubling times we are now offering Face to face or Telehealth giving you more options to take care of your mental health. Are you feeling unmotivated, low self worth? Does your anxiety keep you from doing the things that you would like to do? Are your moods causing conflict within your home or school? This can change through therapy techniques and life as you know it can become positive and secure. Having someone that will listen and guide you in a difficult time is the key to gaining control of your thoughts and feelings and giving you hope for the future.
In these troubling times we are now offering Face to face or Telehealth giving you more options to take care of your mental health. Are you feeling unmotivated, low self worth? Does your anxiety keep you from doing the things that you would like to do? Are your moods causing conflict within your home or school? This can change through therapy techniques and life as you know it can become positive and secure. Having someone that will listen and guide you in a difficult time is the key to gaining control of your thoughts and feelings and giving you hope for the future.
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As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorders, sleep disorders, and occupational burnout. With a Ph.D. in psychology, I have expertise in anxiety, PTSD, depression, relationship problems, and sleep disorders. I am fluent in American Sign Language, providing direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Choose me as your therapist for personalized support in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
Online Therapists
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Finn Asterión (Marcks)
LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Waitlist for new clients
Finn works with people who are struggling with Gender Identity, Complex Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Domestic Violence, families that struggle with LGBTQIA+ acceptance, and many aspects of Neurodiversity.
Finn Marcks (he/they) is a queer, trans, nonbinary therapist who believes in providing a safe, affirming, healing environment for people who are hurting. Finn’s main passion is working with LGBTQIA+ clients, and making gender-affirming care more accessible. Finn believes therapy is about the relationship between therapist and client, founded on trust and connection. Finn’s therapeutic lens is shaped by both his lived experiences and his work in LGBTQIA+ education and advocacy, as well as youth residential mental health and community mental health.
Finn works with people who are struggling with Gender Identity, Complex Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal Ideation, Domestic Violence, families that struggle with LGBTQIA+ acceptance, and many aspects of Neurodiversity.
Finn Marcks (he/they) is a queer, trans, nonbinary therapist who believes in providing a safe, affirming, healing environment for people who are hurting. Finn’s main passion is working with LGBTQIA+ clients, and making gender-affirming care more accessible. Finn believes therapy is about the relationship between therapist and client, founded on trust and connection. Finn’s therapeutic lens is shaped by both his lived experiences and his work in LGBTQIA+ education and advocacy, as well as youth residential mental health and community mental health.
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I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation/self-harm, grief/loss, and trauma.
As parents, we can feel overwhelmed by the task of raising successful, happy children and life these days sure doesn't make it any easier. My goal as a therapist is to provide kids, teens, and adults with tools to not only heal, but to thrive.
I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation/self-harm, grief/loss, and trauma.
As parents, we can feel overwhelmed by the task of raising successful, happy children and life these days sure doesn't make it any easier. My goal as a therapist is to provide kids, teens, and adults with tools to not only heal, but to thrive.
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Falon Shepeck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with youth, adolescents and their families as well as adults with issues such as depression, behavioral issues, anxiety/stress, trauma, suicidal ideation, self-harm, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, family issues, emotional disturbance, ADHD, bullying, school, social issues, sexuality, mood disorders, ODD, grief and anger.
I am passionate about helping clients discover their goals for themselves and learn healthy new coping skills and behavioral techniques to reach those goals. I will join you in your journey of change and personal growth while providing you with support, encouragement, compassion and empathy. My goal is to help all who step into my office to build resilience and improve their mental health. There is strength in realizing we can do hard things, and encouragement in seeing ourselves do them with support!
I specialize in working with youth, adolescents and their families as well as adults with issues such as depression, behavioral issues, anxiety/stress, trauma, suicidal ideation, self-harm, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, family issues, emotional disturbance, ADHD, bullying, school, social issues, sexuality, mood disorders, ODD, grief and anger.
I am passionate about helping clients discover their goals for themselves and learn healthy new coping skills and behavioral techniques to reach those goals. I will join you in your journey of change and personal growth while providing you with support, encouragement, compassion and empathy. My goal is to help all who step into my office to build resilience and improve their mental health. There is strength in realizing we can do hard things, and encouragement in seeing ourselves do them with support!
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I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am committed to supporting individuals as they navigate difficulties with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship/peer conflict, anger, behavioral issues, life transitions/life skills, gender/sexual/racial identity, self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am motivated to work alongside clients as they grapple with the intersections of their racial, gender, sexual, and spiritual identities. I am invested in clients who are willing to be uncomfortable as side effect of their lifetime journey of healing and personal growth.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am committed to supporting individuals as they navigate difficulties with mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationship/peer conflict, anger, behavioral issues, life transitions/life skills, gender/sexual/racial identity, self-harm and suicidal ideation. I am motivated to work alongside clients as they grapple with the intersections of their racial, gender, sexual, and spiritual identities. I am invested in clients who are willing to be uncomfortable as side effect of their lifetime journey of healing and personal growth.
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Leonard Uchendu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, M, S, W
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mason, MI 48854 (Online Only)
I understand the daunting task of seeking help. I commend you for your courage to reach out to me for help. You desire therapy because you may be experiencing the following problems: Trauma, Depression,Anxiety, Addiction, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, suicide/self-injurious behaviors, interpersonal conflicts and othe psychological difficulties. Certainly, you would like to get to the bottom of your feelings, gain insights, deepen sense of self and self-integration. My therapy room will provide you a safe space to be yourself. I will meet you where you with zero judgment, empathetic ear and evidence based practice.
I understand the daunting task of seeking help. I commend you for your courage to reach out to me for help. You desire therapy because you may be experiencing the following problems: Trauma, Depression,Anxiety, Addiction, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, suicide/self-injurious behaviors, interpersonal conflicts and othe psychological difficulties. Certainly, you would like to get to the bottom of your feelings, gain insights, deepen sense of self and self-integration. My therapy room will provide you a safe space to be yourself. I will meet you where you with zero judgment, empathetic ear and evidence based practice.
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Karen A Borruso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Some of the concerns I have addressed with clients include self-harm, history of trauma and abuse, marital and family conflict, depression and suicidal thought, addiction and anxiety.
There are days when the fear feels so big that there is no room in your chest for breath. Some mornings, it seems like sleeping forever would be much easier than getting out of bed. It may seem like a herculean task to get through the day, or you may simply know that life can be better than it is. You wonder if you are worthy of happiness. Perhaps you think that your friends and family are tired of listening to your struggles or that support groups have not provided the help you need. You may feel the need for additional insight or for significant support in dealing with personal demons.
Some of the concerns I have addressed with clients include self-harm, history of trauma and abuse, marital and family conflict, depression and suicidal thought, addiction and anxiety.
There are days when the fear feels so big that there is no room in your chest for breath. Some mornings, it seems like sleeping forever would be much easier than getting out of bed. It may seem like a herculean task to get through the day, or you may simply know that life can be better than it is. You wonder if you are worthy of happiness. Perhaps you think that your friends and family are tired of listening to your struggles or that support groups have not provided the help you need. You may feel the need for additional insight or for significant support in dealing with personal demons.
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I have extensive experience working with Children (4+), Teens, and Adults struggling with things such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Problematic Sexual Behaviors, Self-harm and Suicide and Grief and Loss.
Let’s face it, when life gets tough, it can be helpful to know you have someone to walk alongside you in your journey; to have a place where you can feel heard, valued, and supported. A place where you can express your honest feelings and develop strategies to improve your overall well being. To know that you are not alone. Whether you are looking for counseling for yourself, or your child, I am confident you will find our time together as an invaluable experience, where you have a deep-felt sense of support and understanding, where you feel confident in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.
I have extensive experience working with Children (4+), Teens, and Adults struggling with things such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Problematic Sexual Behaviors, Self-harm and Suicide and Grief and Loss.
Let’s face it, when life gets tough, it can be helpful to know you have someone to walk alongside you in your journey; to have a place where you can feel heard, valued, and supported. A place where you can express your honest feelings and develop strategies to improve your overall well being. To know that you are not alone. Whether you are looking for counseling for yourself, or your child, I am confident you will find our time together as an invaluable experience, where you have a deep-felt sense of support and understanding, where you feel confident in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.
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We are looking to help individuals with suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, grief, work stress, or life changes. Email or call to make a appointment.
We are looking to help individuals with suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, grief, work stress, or life changes. Email or call to make a appointment.
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Lauren Bongiorno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, MI 48094
I am a speaker in the Metro Detroit area, specifically talking to teens regarding suicide, cutting, addictions, and grief and loss.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is apart of the national certified counselors association. My specialties include working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, identity issues, adjustment issues, trauma, and the effects of these in our daily lives.
I am a speaker in the Metro Detroit area, specifically talking to teens regarding suicide, cutting, addictions, and grief and loss.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is apart of the national certified counselors association. My specialties include working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, identity issues, adjustment issues, trauma, and the effects of these in our daily lives.
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I currently specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults. As a native Spanish speaker, I am also able to provide clients with bilingual counseling sessions. This allows me to bridge the gap between many individuals who struggle with finding the appropriate services due to a language barrier. Additionally, during my career I’ve worked with clients to treat a variety of disorders including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and depressive disorders. I have additionally worked with clients facing varying challenges including self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma
I currently specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults. As a native Spanish speaker, I am also able to provide clients with bilingual counseling sessions. This allows me to bridge the gap between many individuals who struggle with finding the appropriate services due to a language barrier. Additionally, during my career I’ve worked with clients to treat a variety of disorders including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and depressive disorders. I have additionally worked with clients facing varying challenges including self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma
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Dana Agrusa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Macomb, MI 48044 (Online Only)
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in working with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Self-harming Behaviors, Suicidal Ideation and Major Life Events. I’m trained in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I'm able to incorporate my techniques on a client to client basis to help make each session a unique, comfortable and safe place. My goal as a therapist is to guide others in identifying their barriers and create healthy coping mechanisms in order for them to achieve their best quality of life.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in working with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Self-harming Behaviors, Suicidal Ideation and Major Life Events. I’m trained in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I'm able to incorporate my techniques on a client to client basis to help make each session a unique, comfortable and safe place. My goal as a therapist is to guide others in identifying their barriers and create healthy coping mechanisms in order for them to achieve their best quality of life.
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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.