Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Surf City, NC
The Anxious Owl, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surf City, NC 28445 (Online Only)
You've been thinking too much, unable to resolve the problems you're facing. It feels like the more you think, the worse you feel. You might have thought that if you just went to sleep and didn't wake up, it would be okay. Perhaps, you believe it would be better for everyone if you weren't here. You hate feeling this way and know something needs to change. You're ready to find solutions that work. I help motivated, insightful adults overcome their current situations and live a life worth living.
You've been thinking too much, unable to resolve the problems you're facing. It feels like the more you think, the worse you feel. You might have thought that if you just went to sleep and didn't wake up, it would be okay. Perhaps, you believe it would be better for everyone if you weren't here. You hate feeling this way and know something needs to change. You're ready to find solutions that work. I help motivated, insightful adults overcome their current situations and live a life worth living.
Lydia Elyse Shively
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ATR, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Surf City, NC 28445
Does your busy life have you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, or like you're not connecting to your true self anymore? My passion is to help others, especially through art. My 13 years of combined experience as an art teacher and a school counselor and my credentials can help you in your life journey to your best self.
Does your busy life have you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, or like you're not connecting to your true self anymore? My passion is to help others, especially through art. My 13 years of combined experience as an art teacher and a school counselor and my credentials can help you in your life journey to your best self.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working in the Wilmington NC area. I see adults, children, couples and families. I also work with Autism Spectrum adults and children. I am credentialed with most insurance companies which I can help you with when you schedule an appointment.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working in the Wilmington NC area. I see adults, children, couples and families. I also work with Autism Spectrum adults and children. I am credentialed with most insurance companies which I can help you with when you schedule an appointment.
Alicia Chinlund
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LPA, CHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Surf City, NC 28445
Congratulations! You've finally made the important decision to seek professional support. Search no further. As an experienced and compassionate therapist, I've spent the past 35 years in successful clinical practice, building strong relationships with clients who trust me to listen respectfully and intervene effectively as we work together to resolve their problems. Skilled in diagnosis and treatment of the full range of psychiatric disorders, I also provide non-medical treatment such as relationship counseling, stress management, parent education, and skill-building across a full spectrum of everyday life concerns.
Congratulations! You've finally made the important decision to seek professional support. Search no further. As an experienced and compassionate therapist, I've spent the past 35 years in successful clinical practice, building strong relationships with clients who trust me to listen respectfully and intervene effectively as we work together to resolve their problems. Skilled in diagnosis and treatment of the full range of psychiatric disorders, I also provide non-medical treatment such as relationship counseling, stress management, parent education, and skill-building across a full spectrum of everyday life concerns.
Linda Whitlock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Surf City, NC 28445
Waitlist for new clients
"Only in an open non judgmental space can we acknowledge what we are feeling. Only in an open space where we're not caught up in our own version of reality can we see and hear and feel who others really are, which allows us to be with them and communicate with them properly." This quote by Pema Chodron, an American Buddhist Nun expresses the atmosphere I hope to create for clients seeking counseling services from me. For more than 30 years I have attempted to provide, through a collaborative dialogue services that will improve each clients quality of life.
"Only in an open non judgmental space can we acknowledge what we are feeling. Only in an open space where we're not caught up in our own version of reality can we see and hear and feel who others really are, which allows us to be with them and communicate with them properly." This quote by Pema Chodron, an American Buddhist Nun expresses the atmosphere I hope to create for clients seeking counseling services from me. For more than 30 years I have attempted to provide, through a collaborative dialogue services that will improve each clients quality of life.
Marki Brooke Sulzbach
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Surf City, NC 28445 (Online Only)
The everyday stressors of life can become overwhelming. Emotions and behaviors often are too much and it feels like what has worked before isn't working anymore. As your therapist, you and I will seek to discover attainable goals, strive after a healthier, more grounded sense of self, and work towards finding a more fulfilling and hopeful future. I would be honored to help you manage whatever life throws your way. Life is hard, but it doesn't have to be. Together, we will discover the root of the problem and face it head-on. You don't have to be alone in this anymore. Allow me (and my in-office service dog ZIGGY) to help.
The everyday stressors of life can become overwhelming. Emotions and behaviors often are too much and it feels like what has worked before isn't working anymore. As your therapist, you and I will seek to discover attainable goals, strive after a healthier, more grounded sense of self, and work towards finding a more fulfilling and hopeful future. I would be honored to help you manage whatever life throws your way. Life is hard, but it doesn't have to be. Together, we will discover the root of the problem and face it head-on. You don't have to be alone in this anymore. Allow me (and my in-office service dog ZIGGY) to help.
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Eric Guendner
Psychological Associate, LPA, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling with the effects of emotion dysregulation, suicidal thoughts, self harm, substance use and trauma in your life, there is a way to build a life worth living and I would like to assist you in building it.
I use the specialist rather than the generalist model of care. I am board certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and certified in Prolonged Exposure for PTSD and maintain up to date continuing education, seek any needed supervision, and keep up with relevant research findings in those areas. As such, I am particularly qualified to work with clients who seek treatment for issues related to Borderline Personality Disorder, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Substance Use Disorders and PTSD.. I believe that if you are suffering from a specific issue, you deserve to receive the appropriate care for that issue.
If you are struggling with the effects of emotion dysregulation, suicidal thoughts, self harm, substance use and trauma in your life, there is a way to build a life worth living and I would like to assist you in building it.
I use the specialist rather than the generalist model of care. I am board certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and certified in Prolonged Exposure for PTSD and maintain up to date continuing education, seek any needed supervision, and keep up with relevant research findings in those areas. As such, I am particularly qualified to work with clients who seek treatment for issues related to Borderline Personality Disorder, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Substance Use Disorders and PTSD.. I believe that if you are suffering from a specific issue, you deserve to receive the appropriate care for that issue.
Typically, I see client's ranging from ages 10-30. I enjoy helping clients work on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healthy relationships, family dynamics, life transitions, suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors. I believe in walking alongside clients while providing a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
Typically, I see client's ranging from ages 10-30. I enjoy helping clients work on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healthy relationships, family dynamics, life transitions, suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors. I believe in walking alongside clients while providing a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
Heidi Richardson
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 (Online Only)
I provide marriage, family counseling, and individual counseling for adults, adolescents, and children. I address a variety of concerns including: parenting skills, marital issues, pre-marital counseling, addictions, trauma, mood disorders, thought disorders, career concerns, anxiety, adjustment disorders and much more.
I provide marriage, family counseling, and individual counseling for adults, adolescents, and children. I address a variety of concerns including: parenting skills, marital issues, pre-marital counseling, addictions, trauma, mood disorders, thought disorders, career concerns, anxiety, adjustment disorders and much more.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with depression, or finding it hard to navigate life's transitions? You're not alone, and there's no need to face these challenges by yourself. As a dedicated counselor intern specializing in helping young adolescents, children, and young adults, I offer a compassionate and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, develop coping strategies, and achieve a sense of balance and well-being. Whether you're dealing with trauma, communication issues, or self-esteem concerns, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards healing and personal growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with depression, or finding it hard to navigate life's transitions? You're not alone, and there's no need to face these challenges by yourself. As a dedicated counselor intern specializing in helping young adolescents, children, and young adults, I offer a compassionate and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, develop coping strategies, and achieve a sense of balance and well-being. Whether you're dealing with trauma, communication issues, or self-esteem concerns, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards healing and personal growth.
Viviana Houser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with military veterans, active duty, first responders and their families. The unique circumstances of these types of jobs affect families and loved ones, understanding the dilemas and how to overcome is part of the therapeutic process.
I have extensive experience working with military veterans, active duty, first responders and their families. The unique circumstances of these types of jobs affect families and loved ones, understanding the dilemas and how to overcome is part of the therapeutic process.
Holly McKoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
If you or your child are struggling with identity, ADHD, anger, depression, or anxiety, I would love to help you using creative, artistic interventions, evidenced based modalities, and humor! I also embrace the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities and welcome clients of all backgrounds! I work with clients aged 6-36.
If you or your child are struggling with identity, ADHD, anger, depression, or anxiety, I would love to help you using creative, artistic interventions, evidenced based modalities, and humor! I also embrace the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities and welcome clients of all backgrounds! I work with clients aged 6-36.
Taking new clients. For the last several years, I've worked with military service members and their families. I'm a Veteran myself, though I've worked with a wide variety of people. I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents and school age children. Areas of specific expertise are trauma, addictions (addicts and their families including adult children of alcoholics) GLBTQIA issues and parenting. I focus on empowerment, helping you to find the strength to accomplish your goals.
Taking new clients. For the last several years, I've worked with military service members and their families. I'm a Veteran myself, though I've worked with a wide variety of people. I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents and school age children. Areas of specific expertise are trauma, addictions (addicts and their families including adult children of alcoholics) GLBTQIA issues and parenting. I focus on empowerment, helping you to find the strength to accomplish your goals.
Jess Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Are you ready to see mental health and therapy in a new light? Do you wish for a better relationship with yourself and those around you? It is easy to get caught up in the day to day and expectations of today’s world. Taking time to work on yourself, talk it out, and find the best version of yourself is one of the most important things a person can do. Therapy doesn’t have to be hard or scary - and I am here to break down barriers and end the stigma of mental health and therapy!
Are you ready to see mental health and therapy in a new light? Do you wish for a better relationship with yourself and those around you? It is easy to get caught up in the day to day and expectations of today’s world. Taking time to work on yourself, talk it out, and find the best version of yourself is one of the most important things a person can do. Therapy doesn’t have to be hard or scary - and I am here to break down barriers and end the stigma of mental health and therapy!
Crystal Fussell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Have you found yourself struggling with difficult adjustments, finding the strength to move forward after a challenging or traumatic experience, or finding the motivation to keep up with daily tasks? I’m here to help and offer insight and guidance during these times.
Have you found yourself struggling with difficult adjustments, finding the strength to move forward after a challenging or traumatic experience, or finding the motivation to keep up with daily tasks? I’m here to help and offer insight and guidance during these times.
Maggie Vester
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hampstead, NC 28443
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like each day is a struggle? Maybe your anxiety, depression or past traumas make you feel like you are drowning? I know that anxiety, depression and trauma can make you feel like you are not in control of your own life. I am here to guide you through these challenges so that you can become the best version of yourself. I want to help you feel empowered to make the changes necessary to get there. I can help you in identifying the “why” or the root of your thoughts and behaviors. We can process your pain and move forward with your life trauma.
Do you feel like each day is a struggle? Maybe your anxiety, depression or past traumas make you feel like you are drowning? I know that anxiety, depression and trauma can make you feel like you are not in control of your own life. I am here to guide you through these challenges so that you can become the best version of yourself. I want to help you feel empowered to make the changes necessary to get there. I can help you in identifying the “why” or the root of your thoughts and behaviors. We can process your pain and move forward with your life trauma.
Heather Fleuriet, MA, LPA is a Licensed Psychological Associate who received her Master’s in Psychology from University of North Carolina Wilmington. Heather’s background and experience includes working with children and adolescents in the community-based and in home settings; working with college students on a university campus; as well as working with adults in an outpatient setting. Although Heather treats a variety of psychological problems, she is trained in EMDR and specializes in working with individuals with trauma.
Heather Fleuriet, MA, LPA is a Licensed Psychological Associate who received her Master’s in Psychology from University of North Carolina Wilmington. Heather’s background and experience includes working with children and adolescents in the community-based and in home settings; working with college students on a university campus; as well as working with adults in an outpatient setting. Although Heather treats a variety of psychological problems, she is trained in EMDR and specializes in working with individuals with trauma.
Elisabeth Troy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCASA
Verified Verified
Hampstead, NC 28443
There are a lot of therapeutic modalities out there! My approach is to cater to what you need. I like to take time to get to know each of my clients and gain an understanding of what your needs are. I view my approach as collaborative, person centered and goal oriented. I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults. My specialties include using dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to gain understanding and coping with intense emotions. I am also certified in providing eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This type of modality can help in processing experiences that might be holding you back!
There are a lot of therapeutic modalities out there! My approach is to cater to what you need. I like to take time to get to know each of my clients and gain an understanding of what your needs are. I view my approach as collaborative, person centered and goal oriented. I have experience working with children, teenagers and adults. My specialties include using dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to gain understanding and coping with intense emotions. I am also certified in providing eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This type of modality can help in processing experiences that might be holding you back!
Megan Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCAS, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
Have you ever avoided emotions because they’re uncomfortable? Have you ever had to face consequences for choices you made to survive? Do you feel like you’re repeatedly making poor decisions and you’re not sure why? Humans don’t like discomfort, and without training ourselves to deal with discomfort - we will do anything to get out of it. We will work on building self-confidence and trust in yourself. Having confidence to say no, feel emotions, connect your mind and body, find your purpose and be able to heal and break free from trauma. We will spend time learning, regulating, and connecting our emotions to FEEL. DEAL. and HEAL.
Have you ever avoided emotions because they’re uncomfortable? Have you ever had to face consequences for choices you made to survive? Do you feel like you’re repeatedly making poor decisions and you’re not sure why? Humans don’t like discomfort, and without training ourselves to deal with discomfort - we will do anything to get out of it. We will work on building self-confidence and trust in yourself. Having confidence to say no, feel emotions, connect your mind and body, find your purpose and be able to heal and break free from trauma. We will spend time learning, regulating, and connecting our emotions to FEEL. DEAL. and HEAL.
Jennifer G. Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Hello! I’m Jennifer Walker, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for guiding individuals and families through life's challenges. I bring 30 years of experience across various settings to my practice. My work in nonprofits, child advocacy, juvenile crime prevention, and social services demonstrate my compassion and commitment to improving the lives of those in our community. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore your goals and work towards growth and healing. I will work in partnership with you to provide the tools and support you need.
Hello! I’m Jennifer Walker, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for guiding individuals and families through life's challenges. I bring 30 years of experience across various settings to my practice. My work in nonprofits, child advocacy, juvenile crime prevention, and social services demonstrate my compassion and commitment to improving the lives of those in our community. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore your goals and work towards growth and healing. I will work in partnership with you to provide the tools and support you need.
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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.