Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Michigan

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Monarch Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Mason, MI 48854
Hello, and thank you for taking the time and having the courage to seek out a counselor! To help you find your best fit, I work with adults, as individuals, couples, and groups. I work with people dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, grief/loss, suicide/self-harm, parenting, self-esteem, and abuse/neglect. While I specialize in Christian Counseling, I also work with many people who prefer not to incorporate their faith in the therapeutic process. My style tends to lean toward Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping people overcome self-defeating thought patterns. I’ve been in private practice for 20 years.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time and having the courage to seek out a counselor! To help you find your best fit, I work with adults, as individuals, couples, and groups. I work with people dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, grief/loss, suicide/self-harm, parenting, self-esteem, and abuse/neglect. While I specialize in Christian Counseling, I also work with many people who prefer not to incorporate their faith in the therapeutic process. My style tends to lean toward Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping people overcome self-defeating thought patterns. I’ve been in private practice for 20 years.
(517) 940-8321 View (517) 940-8321
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Brian Scott Kitson
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Dearborn, MI 48124
I also specialize in depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideations, specifically in the LGBTQ population.
As I like to tell my clients, anyone at any stage of their lives can benefit from therapy. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or life stress, etc. Therapy helps by having someone to talk with, process the stress, and formulate a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs. Therapy works best as a collaborative process between the therapist and client, working together to achieve a positive and supportive workplace where mental and emotional health can thrive.
I also specialize in depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideations, specifically in the LGBTQ population.
As I like to tell my clients, anyone at any stage of their lives can benefit from therapy. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or life stress, etc. Therapy helps by having someone to talk with, process the stress, and formulate a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs. Therapy works best as a collaborative process between the therapist and client, working together to achieve a positive and supportive workplace where mental and emotional health can thrive.
(586) 554-2804 View (586) 554-2804
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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.
(586) 221-9569 View (586) 221-9569
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Sean Feehery
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
I am certified in the areas of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), motivational interviewing,EMDR, and suicide intervention and prevention.
I believe therapy should be tailored to what each individual client needs and should be a collaborative process in which clients find their ability to empower themselves and find ways to make positive changes in their life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, judgement free place where my clients can explore their lives and experiences to better understand themselves and their goals. I believe in applying a direct, integrative, and inclusive approach helping my clients identify their goals so I can support them on their journey to achieving them.
I am certified in the areas of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), motivational interviewing,EMDR, and suicide intervention and prevention.
I believe therapy should be tailored to what each individual client needs and should be a collaborative process in which clients find their ability to empower themselves and find ways to make positive changes in their life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, judgement free place where my clients can explore their lives and experiences to better understand themselves and their goals. I believe in applying a direct, integrative, and inclusive approach helping my clients identify their goals so I can support them on their journey to achieving them.
(517) 765-6906 View (517) 765-6906
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Melissa Muir
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, MLP
Verified Verified
Caledonia, MI 49316
If you or your child are living with strong emotions, suicide attempts, self-harming, hospitalizations, chronic relationship/behavioral issues, or roller coaster emotions; life is very tough. You may feel like you are held hostage by these emotions and have a difficult time imagining that a 'normal' or healthy life is even possible. As a therapist trained in the specialty of DBT therapy, I believe that EVERYONE is capable of creating a life worth living.
If you or your child are living with strong emotions, suicide attempts, self-harming, hospitalizations, chronic relationship/behavioral issues, or roller coaster emotions; life is very tough. You may feel like you are held hostage by these emotions and have a difficult time imagining that a 'normal' or healthy life is even possible. As a therapist trained in the specialty of DBT therapy, I believe that EVERYONE is capable of creating a life worth living.
(616) 499-4174 View (616) 499-4174
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Angela Johnson Mucha
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schoolcraft, MI 49087
Adults with complex trauma, anxiety , depression , suicidal ideations, and relationship issues can find a safe, receptive, and relatable practice , with experienced ( lived and learned ) and solution focused clinicians by your side.
Maybe this is the time to make the changes you have been contemplating? Sometimes having another perspective can help you find that direction, make those decisions and help you to feel a whole lot less overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, Trauma and Grief can affect your relationships, employment, and your general sense of wellbeing. Counseling can help balance hard things with compassionate care and practical strategies to help make life much more manageable. Therapeutic work with families and couples can empower discouraged partners and parents assisting them in creating relationships that are pleasant , healthy, and strong.
Adults with complex trauma, anxiety , depression , suicidal ideations, and relationship issues can find a safe, receptive, and relatable practice , with experienced ( lived and learned ) and solution focused clinicians by your side.
Maybe this is the time to make the changes you have been contemplating? Sometimes having another perspective can help you find that direction, make those decisions and help you to feel a whole lot less overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, Trauma and Grief can affect your relationships, employment, and your general sense of wellbeing. Counseling can help balance hard things with compassionate care and practical strategies to help make life much more manageable. Therapeutic work with families and couples can empower discouraged partners and parents assisting them in creating relationships that are pleasant , healthy, and strong.
(269) 390-4594 View (269) 390-4594
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Stephanie Carney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fowlerville, MI 48836
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over ten years. In that time I have had the pleasure of helping many people with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal thoughts and many other life issues. I will always accept you for who you are and where you are, and will give you the tools to help you achieve your goals.
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over ten years. In that time I have had the pleasure of helping many people with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal thoughts and many other life issues. I will always accept you for who you are and where you are, and will give you the tools to help you achieve your goals.
(517) 765-6993 View (517) 765-6993
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Amy Will
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Alpena, MI 49707
Abundant Life Christian Guidance also facilitates suicide prevention trainings to any agency, business, or church who wishes to learn how to confidently intervene in a suicidal crisis.
Abundant Life Christian Guidance, PLLC - Where therapy and the scriptures converge. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, grief & loss, suicidology, and more. Currently taking new clients.
Abundant Life Christian Guidance also facilitates suicide prevention trainings to any agency, business, or church who wishes to learn how to confidently intervene in a suicidal crisis.
Abundant Life Christian Guidance, PLLC - Where therapy and the scriptures converge. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, grief & loss, suicidology, and more. Currently taking new clients.
(989) 282-9585 View (989) 282-9585
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Sarah Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Kentwood, MI 49508
I also have experience working with suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, as well as children and adolescents in a classroom and counseling setting.
Hello! My role as a therapist is to provide you with a non-judgmental, safe environment, that allows for personal growth. I believe that having a happy, healthy, fulfilling life is not only related to physical health, but is strongly intertwined with mental health as well. I acknowledge that every person is unique in their needs, as well as what is needed from a counseling relationship and adapt to your needs.
I also have experience working with suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, as well as children and adolescents in a classroom and counseling setting.
Hello! My role as a therapist is to provide you with a non-judgmental, safe environment, that allows for personal growth. I believe that having a happy, healthy, fulfilling life is not only related to physical health, but is strongly intertwined with mental health as well. I acknowledge that every person is unique in their needs, as well as what is needed from a counseling relationship and adapt to your needs.
(616) 201-0093 View (616) 201-0093
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Ellen R Eggerding
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
I have experience and training in depression, anxiety, panic, suicide, grief and loss, aging issues, and spiritual issues.
Thank you for reaching out. Sometimes life is hard and it can be difficult to know where to turn for the support and acceptance you need to handle the struggles. Anxiety and depression can impact our lives in many ways. Unacknowledged feelings of grief express themselves as irritability, chronic anxiety, low-grade depression, and a negative outlook on life. Come in to a safe place where we will work together to find solutions to help you live your life more fully.
I have experience and training in depression, anxiety, panic, suicide, grief and loss, aging issues, and spiritual issues.
Thank you for reaching out. Sometimes life is hard and it can be difficult to know where to turn for the support and acceptance you need to handle the struggles. Anxiety and depression can impact our lives in many ways. Unacknowledged feelings of grief express themselves as irritability, chronic anxiety, low-grade depression, and a negative outlook on life. Come in to a safe place where we will work together to find solutions to help you live your life more fully.
(616) 201-3025 View (616) 201-3025
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Abby Makris
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troy, MI 48084
Not accepting new clients
Aside from my experience as a licensed counselor, I have +15 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in areas of behavioral therapy (ABA), grief and loss, suicide awareness/prevention, disabilities and daily living skills, art/play therapy, and ASD.
As a mental health professional, I believe in creating a safe and genuine environment for a client to be free to acknowledge their most vulnerable self, without judgment. The client-counselor relationship is unique and collaborative, therefore the significance of a trusting bond cannot be overemphasized. I believe that the therapeutic relationship grows organically, with time, and at the client’s pace. Each client is unique, so I integrate approaches best suited to the individual and the situation–Psychodynamic, CBT, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness–but at the core of therapy is self-exploration.
Aside from my experience as a licensed counselor, I have +15 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in areas of behavioral therapy (ABA), grief and loss, suicide awareness/prevention, disabilities and daily living skills, art/play therapy, and ASD.
As a mental health professional, I believe in creating a safe and genuine environment for a client to be free to acknowledge their most vulnerable self, without judgment. The client-counselor relationship is unique and collaborative, therefore the significance of a trusting bond cannot be overemphasized. I believe that the therapeutic relationship grows organically, with time, and at the client’s pace. Each client is unique, so I integrate approaches best suited to the individual and the situation–Psychodynamic, CBT, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness–but at the core of therapy is self-exploration.
(248) 243-4916 View (248) 243-4916
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Dr. Jennifer Korenchuk
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Troy, MI 48084
Is your child or teenager experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide, behavioral issues, or post traumatic stress? Are these behaviors negatively impacting their family relationships, friendships, academic achievement, attendance, safety, or overall emotional wellbeing? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to support your child in navigating these struggles? Together, we can partner in a plan to create symptom relief and wellness for your whole family. By partnering with children, teens, and their parents, I am able to foster change, healing, and strong family relationships.
Is your child or teenager experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide, behavioral issues, or post traumatic stress? Are these behaviors negatively impacting their family relationships, friendships, academic achievement, attendance, safety, or overall emotional wellbeing? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to support your child in navigating these struggles? Together, we can partner in a plan to create symptom relief and wellness for your whole family. By partnering with children, teens, and their parents, I am able to foster change, healing, and strong family relationships.
(947) 222-4215 View (947) 222-4215
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Path to Resilience LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Not accepting new clients
As of 2/3/24, I am full and unable to accept new clients. My passion is working with adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in Trauma Informed Assessment and Crisis Counseling and provide a safe, open, non-judgmental environment. Together we identify your strengths and focus on your desired outcomes of therapy. I provide proven treatment methods for depression; anxiety; trauma, past and present; PTSD; suicide and suicidal ideation; family conflict; and more. Please visit my website for more details and information: www.pathtoresiliencellc.com.
As of 2/3/24, I am full and unable to accept new clients. My passion is working with adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in Trauma Informed Assessment and Crisis Counseling and provide a safe, open, non-judgmental environment. Together we identify your strengths and focus on your desired outcomes of therapy. I provide proven treatment methods for depression; anxiety; trauma, past and present; PTSD; suicide and suicidal ideation; family conflict; and more. Please visit my website for more details and information: www.pathtoresiliencellc.com.
(734) 890-5789 View (734) 890-5789
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Gigi A Colombini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I and my colleagues at the Institute for Hope and Human Flourishing understand that living with trauma, depression or anxiety, or having thoughts of suicide, means that a person is in a lot of pain and it's hard to see through the pain to find solutions that might help.
Sometimes life is so painful that even remembering reasons to stay alive can be very difficult. Life situations, such as grief or traumatic events, can cause day to day functioning to feel insurmountable. Finding coping skills and solutions happens when you have the freedom to talk about anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and suicide with the help of a skilled clinician who is comfortable working with it all -- and who understands, when working with youth, the importance of coaching parents so that they feel prepared to help their child through an emotionally difficult time.
I and my colleagues at the Institute for Hope and Human Flourishing understand that living with trauma, depression or anxiety, or having thoughts of suicide, means that a person is in a lot of pain and it's hard to see through the pain to find solutions that might help.
Sometimes life is so painful that even remembering reasons to stay alive can be very difficult. Life situations, such as grief or traumatic events, can cause day to day functioning to feel insurmountable. Finding coping skills and solutions happens when you have the freedom to talk about anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and suicide with the help of a skilled clinician who is comfortable working with it all -- and who understands, when working with youth, the importance of coaching parents so that they feel prepared to help their child through an emotionally difficult time.
(248) 430-6421 View (248) 430-6421
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Amelia Fettig Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, TIST
Verified Verified
Petoskey, MI 49770
Welcome! I understand contacting a stranger to share your most intimate details can be overwhelming and frightening. With this knowledge my job is to gain your trust, make you feel comfortable, and walk with you as you gain new tools to help you navigate your life better. I work with adults navigating traumas aftermath of symptoms, struggling with traits of a personality disorder or suffering with high suicidal ideation.
Welcome! I understand contacting a stranger to share your most intimate details can be overwhelming and frightening. With this knowledge my job is to gain your trust, make you feel comfortable, and walk with you as you gain new tools to help you navigate your life better. I work with adults navigating traumas aftermath of symptoms, struggling with traits of a personality disorder or suffering with high suicidal ideation.
(231) 201-3506 View (231) 201-3506
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Steven Jahnke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hudsonville, MI 49426
In settings ranging from face to face in my office through talking to actively suicidal individuals on the phone.
First of all; I'd like to say I'm sorry if you are dealing with something that feels like more then you can handle on your own. Second, I would like to compliment your willingness to reach out for support, it can be a daunting process. The truth is that these problems rarely exist in a vacuum, nor do they have a straight forward. A number of variables come together and cause us to feel like were not the person we want to be. If your willing, I'd like to help.
In settings ranging from face to face in my office through talking to actively suicidal individuals on the phone.
First of all; I'd like to say I'm sorry if you are dealing with something that feels like more then you can handle on your own. Second, I would like to compliment your willingness to reach out for support, it can be a daunting process. The truth is that these problems rarely exist in a vacuum, nor do they have a straight forward. A number of variables come together and cause us to feel like were not the person we want to be. If your willing, I'd like to help.
(616) 552-4139 View (616) 552-4139
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Kimberly D. Stratton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with adolescence and adults who suffer with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders, self-injury, and suicidal depression.
I have a passion for working with people from various backgrounds, cultures, and age groups from adolescence all the way through end of life. I enjoy assisting individuals and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, eating disorders, life transition, and self-esteem concerns. I also have several years of experience walking alongside clients who struggle with thoughts of suicide, irrational thought patterns, and self-injury. My goal is to improve the quality of life, by focusing on past and present painful situations and trauma, to eliminate road blocks to a happier life.
I specialize in working with adolescence and adults who suffer with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders, self-injury, and suicidal depression.
I have a passion for working with people from various backgrounds, cultures, and age groups from adolescence all the way through end of life. I enjoy assisting individuals and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, eating disorders, life transition, and self-esteem concerns. I also have several years of experience walking alongside clients who struggle with thoughts of suicide, irrational thought patterns, and self-injury. My goal is to improve the quality of life, by focusing on past and present painful situations and trauma, to eliminate road blocks to a happier life.
(616) 208-2160 View (616) 208-2160
Amee Briney
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
I have 10 years of experience working in substance abuse, mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc., grief, trauma, abuse, relationship conflict, criminal justice, communication, anger management, forgiveness, suicide assessment and prevention, domestic violence, and sexual abuse both offender and victim.
I have 10 years of experience working in substance abuse, mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc., grief, trauma, abuse, relationship conflict, criminal justice, communication, anger management, forgiveness, suicide assessment and prevention, domestic violence, and sexual abuse both offender and victim.
(586) 488-0793 View (586) 488-0793
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Elizabeth McGee
Counselor, MA , LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
I can help people with their own personal conflict, self-esteem, life transitions, struggles in school, career, grief/loss, critical incident, stress management, anxiety, depression, suicide, time management, ADHD organization, and behavior modification.
I believe that counseling helps understand who you are and where you want to go today and in the future. As a counselor, I will provide you with an understanding of coping skills and tools as well as how to utilize them. Together, we will navigate through life's journeys. I have worked with individuals and families in a variety of settings for 10 years using various treatment modalities that promise self-care, self-recognition, and future self. I have worked with adolescents, young adults, adults, and the geriatric population through different transitions in life.
I can help people with their own personal conflict, self-esteem, life transitions, struggles in school, career, grief/loss, critical incident, stress management, anxiety, depression, suicide, time management, ADHD organization, and behavior modification.
I believe that counseling helps understand who you are and where you want to go today and in the future. As a counselor, I will provide you with an understanding of coping skills and tools as well as how to utilize them. Together, we will navigate through life's journeys. I have worked with individuals and families in a variety of settings for 10 years using various treatment modalities that promise self-care, self-recognition, and future self. I have worked with adolescents, young adults, adults, and the geriatric population through different transitions in life.
(269) 257-2291 View (269) 257-2291
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Diana Monaco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ALCIST, CAADC, ADS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Not accepting new clients
I have experience working with depression, suicidal ideations, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, substance abuse, grief and loss, family issues, physical health challenges, financial hardships and legal problems.
TELEHEALTH sessions are offered. I am a fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Advanced Schema Therapist and an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist holding over 12 years of experience working with substance related problems and mental health challenges. I understand the courage it takes to make this first step in seeking help and hope to make it a beneficial and life changing event. I provide a compassionate and comfortable environment and use a variety of therapy techniques to educate and build on your skills and strengths.
I have experience working with depression, suicidal ideations, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, substance abuse, grief and loss, family issues, physical health challenges, financial hardships and legal problems.
TELEHEALTH sessions are offered. I am a fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Advanced Schema Therapist and an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist holding over 12 years of experience working with substance related problems and mental health challenges. I understand the courage it takes to make this first step in seeking help and hope to make it a beneficial and life changing event. I provide a compassionate and comfortable environment and use a variety of therapy techniques to educate and build on your skills and strengths.
(586) 623-4429 View (586) 623-4429
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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.