Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Old Bridge, NJ

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Katherine Granja
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My ideal client is someone who is eager to overcome anxiety, depression, or family conflicts. They are ready to develop coping skills and enhance their emotional resilience. They seek a balanced, fulfilling life where they can manage their symptoms effectively and build stronger, healthier relationships. They are motivated to thrive, not just survive, and they want to embrace life’s challenges with confidence and positivity. They look for a supportive, empathetic environment where they feel understood and empowered to make positive changes. Together, we can work towards achieving their goals and unlocking their full potential!
My ideal client is someone who is eager to overcome anxiety, depression, or family conflicts. They are ready to develop coping skills and enhance their emotional resilience. They seek a balanced, fulfilling life where they can manage their symptoms effectively and build stronger, healthier relationships. They are motivated to thrive, not just survive, and they want to embrace life’s challenges with confidence and positivity. They look for a supportive, empathetic environment where they feel understood and empowered to make positive changes. Together, we can work towards achieving their goals and unlocking their full potential!
(732) 707-2979 View (732) 707-2979
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HER Heart Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857  (Online Only)
Are you someone who shows up for others, gives grace, and shows compassion but rarely has enough left in their jar to give to themselves? Do you tend to everyone's needs while forgetting about yourself? Maybe life’s experiences have kept you feeling stuck and you're ready to unpack the baggage that is weighing you down? You owe it to yourself to put your needs first and live a life of purpose. I encourage you to bet on yourself and go after what is needed to change the ending of your story and to become a better version of yourself . I will work with you to create an emotional roadmap to guide your unique treatment.
Are you someone who shows up for others, gives grace, and shows compassion but rarely has enough left in their jar to give to themselves? Do you tend to everyone's needs while forgetting about yourself? Maybe life’s experiences have kept you feeling stuck and you're ready to unpack the baggage that is weighing you down? You owe it to yourself to put your needs first and live a life of purpose. I encourage you to bet on yourself and go after what is needed to change the ending of your story and to become a better version of yourself . I will work with you to create an emotional roadmap to guide your unique treatment.
(732) 487-3944 View (732) 487-3944
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Rachel H Bruncati
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome in my friend! My name is Rachel and I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Thrive Counseling Center. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families - currently working with teens, premarital, and adjustments in life stages for families. I have a person-centered and embodied approach, intending to explore factors in and outside of our control to tailor coping skills appropriate for the client(s).
Welcome in my friend! My name is Rachel and I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Thrive Counseling Center. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families - currently working with teens, premarital, and adjustments in life stages for families. I have a person-centered and embodied approach, intending to explore factors in and outside of our control to tailor coping skills appropriate for the client(s).
(732) 800-5646 View (732) 800-5646
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Sierra O'Neill
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My ideal client would be someone who is struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, and uncertainty about their future. The client's needs would include support in building resilience, developing coping skills, and clarifying goals. They aim to achieve a sense of peace, confidence, and direction. They want to break free from negative thought patterns and create a better path to promote self-growth. Another ideal client would be someone who is coping with trauma and wants to learn how to process and heal their trauma to move forward and cope.
My ideal client would be someone who is struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, and uncertainty about their future. The client's needs would include support in building resilience, developing coping skills, and clarifying goals. They aim to achieve a sense of peace, confidence, and direction. They want to break free from negative thought patterns and create a better path to promote self-growth. Another ideal client would be someone who is coping with trauma and wants to learn how to process and heal their trauma to move forward and cope.
(848) 346-2272 View (848) 346-2272
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Alexandra VanWagner
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
I’m not sure I have an “ideal client”, however, there are populations and issues I am more comfortable in handling and have had experience in. This includes women’s issues, interpersonal relationship issues, young and older adult populations, anxiety and depressive disorders, and personality disorders. I hope we can work on challenging and reframing cognitive distortions and/or work on communication and boundary skills. I hope the goal is for them to return to a more homeostatic life and be able to develop healthier coping skills to use in everyday life.
I’m not sure I have an “ideal client”, however, there are populations and issues I am more comfortable in handling and have had experience in. This includes women’s issues, interpersonal relationship issues, young and older adult populations, anxiety and depressive disorders, and personality disorders. I hope we can work on challenging and reframing cognitive distortions and/or work on communication and boundary skills. I hope the goal is for them to return to a more homeostatic life and be able to develop healthier coping skills to use in everyday life.
(848) 360-5261 View (848) 360-5261
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Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
(848) 278-6190 View (848) 278-6190
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Yuleisy Ortez
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My ideal client would be someone who has or wants to work on goals for themselves and needs support and help to achieve them. Whether it is goals surrounding healing, coping, or change, I meet clients where they are and walk with them in their journey.
My ideal client would be someone who has or wants to work on goals for themselves and needs support and help to achieve them. Whether it is goals surrounding healing, coping, or change, I meet clients where they are and walk with them in their journey.
(848) 308-1271 View (848) 308-1271
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Kaitlyn Marie Goff
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
An ideal client is one ready for change and exploration, whether they know what they want to change or are in the stages of contemplating. A client who wants to show up and do the work is described as engaged, willing to ask and answer hard questions, and reflect on their growth.
An ideal client is one ready for change and exploration, whether they know what they want to change or are in the stages of contemplating. A client who wants to show up and do the work is described as engaged, willing to ask and answer hard questions, and reflect on their growth.
(848) 345-5438 View (848) 345-5438
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Rosa Curcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
I address a variety of challenges including mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders/addictions, relationship issues, trauma, and grief and loss. I also work with couples to help them work through relationship challenges such as infidelity, communication, and intimacy.
I address a variety of challenges including mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders/addictions, relationship issues, trauma, and grief and loss. I also work with couples to help them work through relationship challenges such as infidelity, communication, and intimacy.
(848) 331-2462 View (848) 331-2462
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James Fennessy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
I have a background which includes many years of Post-Graduate education, knowledge and experience providing mental health care to those who need help dealing with a wide range of mental health issues or concerns. Whether you desire improved and better quality relationships, need help with feelings, with issues of daily life, or with reaching your goals, I can help you gain emotional health - the ability to love, work and play as you wish.
I have a background which includes many years of Post-Graduate education, knowledge and experience providing mental health care to those who need help dealing with a wide range of mental health issues or concerns. Whether you desire improved and better quality relationships, need help with feelings, with issues of daily life, or with reaching your goals, I can help you gain emotional health - the ability to love, work and play as you wish.
(732) 733-4938 View (732) 733-4938
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Daniel Silitsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857  (Online Only)
I am Dan Silitsky, Ph.D. and a New Jersey Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that all individuals have the innate ability to be empowered in making informed decisions about their present situation. It will be my privilege to offer my expertise and sensitive style to those individuals, couples and family members who wish to pursue their life's dreams without undue stress.
I am Dan Silitsky, Ph.D. and a New Jersey Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that all individuals have the innate ability to be empowered in making informed decisions about their present situation. It will be my privilege to offer my expertise and sensitive style to those individuals, couples and family members who wish to pursue their life's dreams without undue stress.
(732) 965-3030 View (732) 965-3030
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Jennifer L Hilligus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Hello! My name is Jennifer Hilligus. I am a counselor and an educator. My approach to counseling is tailored to each individual, couple or family. I feel strongly that we must work to understand our patterns of thinking in order to identify why we feel and act the way that we do. During the therapeutic process, we will study your personal traits and patterns and develop ways to achieve all of your counseling goals. You can do it. I can help.
Hello! My name is Jennifer Hilligus. I am a counselor and an educator. My approach to counseling is tailored to each individual, couple or family. I feel strongly that we must work to understand our patterns of thinking in order to identify why we feel and act the way that we do. During the therapeutic process, we will study your personal traits and patterns and develop ways to achieve all of your counseling goals. You can do it. I can help.
(609) 952-5798 View (609) 952-5798
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Kerry Lane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
I am currently seeing clients in person as well as virtually if needed. I am an energetic, supportive, compassionate therapist who takes an eclectic approach to working with clients. I work in conjunction with my clients to help address life issues and examine thoughts and feelings which can lead to a more fulfilled life. I work collaboratively with clients to assist and identify skills to manage their mental health symptoms. I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and I'm currently accepting LACs to supervise.
I am currently seeing clients in person as well as virtually if needed. I am an energetic, supportive, compassionate therapist who takes an eclectic approach to working with clients. I work in conjunction with my clients to help address life issues and examine thoughts and feelings which can lead to a more fulfilled life. I work collaboratively with clients to assist and identify skills to manage their mental health symptoms. I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and I'm currently accepting LACs to supervise.
(732) 607-5390 View (732) 607-5390
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Catherine Black
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Accepting new clients. My style is to help my clients feel welcome in the counseling session. It is important, my clients feel safe and accepted because talking to someone about your fears, anxieties, and habits can become uncomfortable quickly. As a counselor, my role is to help you overcome this struggle and look past the stigma, so it is apart of your story and you can grow into the best version of you. You are the expert in your life and I am looking forward to working together.
Accepting new clients. My style is to help my clients feel welcome in the counseling session. It is important, my clients feel safe and accepted because talking to someone about your fears, anxieties, and habits can become uncomfortable quickly. As a counselor, my role is to help you overcome this struggle and look past the stigma, so it is apart of your story and you can grow into the best version of you. You are the expert in your life and I am looking forward to working together.
(732) 795-5168 View (732) 795-5168
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Laura Noonan-Cavins, High Noon Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857  (Online Only)
Hi, and welcome to my page! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals achieve their goals, find balance, and lead more fulfilling lives. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify your starting point, strengths, areas of need, and desired outcomes. I tailor my techniques to each individual client, utilizing a non-judgmental, wholistic, wellness approach to facilitate a safe, therapeutic space to build positive rapport.
Hi, and welcome to my page! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals achieve their goals, find balance, and lead more fulfilling lives. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify your starting point, strengths, areas of need, and desired outcomes. I tailor my techniques to each individual client, utilizing a non-judgmental, wholistic, wellness approach to facilitate a safe, therapeutic space to build positive rapport.
(732) 641-4061 View (732) 641-4061
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Monika Chomik-Martino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
The clinicians at Martino Psychotherapy & Associates have a passion for psychotherapy and this passion shows in our work with others. We have extensive experience in working with teens/children who struggle with anxiety disorders and individuals who struggle with mood disorders. Please contact our practice directly to be matched with a therapist that can serve your individual needs.
The clinicians at Martino Psychotherapy & Associates have a passion for psychotherapy and this passion shows in our work with others. We have extensive experience in working with teens/children who struggle with anxiety disorders and individuals who struggle with mood disorders. Please contact our practice directly to be matched with a therapist that can serve your individual needs.
(848) 272-2751 View (848) 272-2751
One Step at a Time Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
One Step at a Time Therapy Center (OST) is a group practice offering quality, tailored psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our passion is to help all of our clients become the best versions of themselves. We believe in a variety of holistic approaches to self improvement and healing. Visit our website at www.onesteptherapycenter.com to learn more about us!
One Step at a Time Therapy Center (OST) is a group practice offering quality, tailored psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our passion is to help all of our clients become the best versions of themselves. We believe in a variety of holistic approaches to self improvement and healing. Visit our website at www.onesteptherapycenter.com to learn more about us!
(732) 538-9645 View (732) 538-9645
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Dana Zwolinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Congratulations on taking the next step in your counseling journey! Working on your mental health can feel uncomfortable and uncertain, and getting started can be one of the biggest challenges. My role is to empower you and help you learn some tools along the way while you develop a life that allows you to thrive. Life does not come with a map or instruction booklet, but we do have therapists to help us when we feel lost, stuck, or alone!
Congratulations on taking the next step in your counseling journey! Working on your mental health can feel uncomfortable and uncertain, and getting started can be one of the biggest challenges. My role is to empower you and help you learn some tools along the way while you develop a life that allows you to thrive. Life does not come with a map or instruction booklet, but we do have therapists to help us when we feel lost, stuck, or alone!
(732) 561-5413 View (732) 561-5413
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Christie White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS, CSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857  (Online Only)
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2010. In addition to providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, I also routinely provide supervision hours for LSW’s and LAC’s working on achieving their clinical licenses. My goal is to provide a compassionate, respectful and safe environment in order for you to explore and capitalize on your strengths to help you face life's challenges head on. I utilize evidence-based techniques and a person-centered approach, working with you from where you are at the present time.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2010. In addition to providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, I also routinely provide supervision hours for LSW’s and LAC’s working on achieving their clinical licenses. My goal is to provide a compassionate, respectful and safe environment in order for you to explore and capitalize on your strengths to help you face life's challenges head on. I utilize evidence-based techniques and a person-centered approach, working with you from where you are at the present time.
(732) 785-4818 View (732) 785-4818
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Courtney Aranowitz Paul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857  (Online Only)
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it can be difficult to know how to make things "feel better." I work with teenagers and adults to help them build coping skills, better manage emotions, and improve relationships. Each client is different and therefore there is no "one size fits all" approach. I will meet you where you feel comfortable and work with you to achieve your goals at your pace. It can be hard to imagine that things will improve when we're going through hard times, but I believe progress is possible for all my clients.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it can be difficult to know how to make things "feel better." I work with teenagers and adults to help them build coping skills, better manage emotions, and improve relationships. Each client is different and therefore there is no "one size fits all" approach. I will meet you where you feel comfortable and work with you to achieve your goals at your pace. It can be hard to imagine that things will improve when we're going through hard times, but I believe progress is possible for all my clients.
(848) 275-3851 View (848) 275-3851
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.