Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Stratford, NJ

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Tara Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client has a desire to heal and change their life. They must approach the counseling journey with openness and curiosity. It does not matter what issues or needs they bring to me because together, we can make magic happen and their goals and desires come to fruition. The most important thing is again that willingness and desire to change.
My ideal client has a desire to heal and change their life. They must approach the counseling journey with openness and curiosity. It does not matter what issues or needs they bring to me because together, we can make magic happen and their goals and desires come to fruition. The most important thing is again that willingness and desire to change.
(856) 390-9470 View (856) 390-9470
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Cassaundra Bracken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
(856) 517-5095 View (856) 517-5095
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
(856) 420-7397 View (856) 420-7397
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Brittany Barnstead
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client would be a child, adolescent, or adult with a degree of insight/self-awareness into their presenting issues and motivation to improve their mental health. My most prominent diagnoses specialties include anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients on interpersonal problems, building coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and changing mindset/ thought patterns. My ideal client's goals include increasing a sense of peace and acceptance, working towards change, and developing healthier habits to improve wellbeing. A client who wants to change and be a better version of themselves is willing to be challenged.
My ideal client would be a child, adolescent, or adult with a degree of insight/self-awareness into their presenting issues and motivation to improve their mental health. My most prominent diagnoses specialties include anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients on interpersonal problems, building coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and changing mindset/ thought patterns. My ideal client's goals include increasing a sense of peace and acceptance, working towards change, and developing healthier habits to improve wellbeing. A client who wants to change and be a better version of themselves is willing to be challenged.
(856) 474-1853 View (856) 474-1853
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Sydnee VanDyke
Licensed Social Worker , LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(856) 788-7301 View (856) 788-7301
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Kamary Serrano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
I enjoy working with clients who are willing to work with me to get them to where they can thrive in life. I especially enjoy working with clients who are open to exploring their past and exploring how they can use that information to better understand themselves on a deeper level. My ideal client wants to improve and change to have a more fulfilling life. I enjoy providing clients with the safe and compassionate environment they might need to process their emotions and past trauma to help begin creating a life worth living.
I enjoy working with clients who are willing to work with me to get them to where they can thrive in life. I especially enjoy working with clients who are open to exploring their past and exploring how they can use that information to better understand themselves on a deeper level. My ideal client wants to improve and change to have a more fulfilling life. I enjoy providing clients with the safe and compassionate environment they might need to process their emotions and past trauma to help begin creating a life worth living.
(856) 386-3174 View (856) 386-3174
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Leah Jayne
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
I work best with individuals who are motivated to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, along with a willingness to engage in the therapeutic process and are open to new perspectives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and ADHD while helping clients navigate their challenges and achieve personal growth.
I work best with individuals who are motivated to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, along with a willingness to engage in the therapeutic process and are open to new perspectives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and ADHD while helping clients navigate their challenges and achieve personal growth.
(856) 497-7598 View (856) 497-7598

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Gabrielle Skinner
LAC
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021
My ideal client is someone who wants to work on building a life worth living and freeing themselves from the heaviness of mental illness. I love to work with those that are working through trauma and those that may be coping in ineffective ways like self-harm or suicidal ideation. I enjoy working with women's issues, including histories of abuse (sexual, emotional, physical, and psychological).
My ideal client is someone who wants to work on building a life worth living and freeing themselves from the heaviness of mental illness. I love to work with those that are working through trauma and those that may be coping in ineffective ways like self-harm or suicidal ideation. I enjoy working with women's issues, including histories of abuse (sexual, emotional, physical, and psychological).
(856) 492-5660 View (856) 492-5660
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Carly Donnelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021
The ideal client recognizes the impact of their past experiences on their current life and is ready to embark on a healing journey. This individual may be struggling with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression related to traumatic events. They are motivated to engage in therapy, open to exploring new coping strategies, and willing to challenge long-held beliefs or patterns that no longer serve them.
The ideal client recognizes the impact of their past experiences on their current life and is ready to embark on a healing journey. This individual may be struggling with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression related to traumatic events. They are motivated to engage in therapy, open to exploring new coping strategies, and willing to challenge long-held beliefs or patterns that no longer serve them.
(856) 421-6343 View (856) 421-6343
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Gianna Notarfrancesco
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021
My ideal client would most likely be a female teenager working through peer relationships, self-esteem, and social anxiety. With this client, I believe some of her needs would be to explore core beliefs of who she is in comparison to what others may say/think of her, cognitively challenging and reframing intrusive/negative thought patterns, and slowly expose the client to social scenarios in which she can use her coping skills to effectively navigate new situations.
My ideal client would most likely be a female teenager working through peer relationships, self-esteem, and social anxiety. With this client, I believe some of her needs would be to explore core beliefs of who she is in comparison to what others may say/think of her, cognitively challenging and reframing intrusive/negative thought patterns, and slowly expose the client to social scenarios in which she can use her coping skills to effectively navigate new situations.
(856) 699-2813 View (856) 699-2813
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Andrea L Bush-Tyldsley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Voorhees, NJ 08043
I have been a counselor for 33 years, and believe it is a calling . My primary focus is helping my client achieve relief from symptoms and behaviors that interfere with having satisfying relationships and enjoyment in their life's work. Therapy is a journey we take together to see where you have been, and where you would like to go, and what your personal road blocks are to happiness and contentment. I can help with depression, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, marital conflict, food concerns, self esteem, and grief. It is an honor to be part of your journey.
I have been a counselor for 33 years, and believe it is a calling . My primary focus is helping my client achieve relief from symptoms and behaviors that interfere with having satisfying relationships and enjoyment in their life's work. Therapy is a journey we take together to see where you have been, and where you would like to go, and what your personal road blocks are to happiness and contentment. I can help with depression, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, marital conflict, food concerns, self esteem, and grief. It is an honor to be part of your journey.
(602) 814-0024 View (602) 814-0024
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Danielle Ingham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021
An ideal client's issues would be self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. They need to work on their self-worth and gain better control of their anxiety and depression. Their goal is not to have these negative emotions control their life. Often, individuals need that safe space or "outside person" to vent and help them process their emotions, and I can provide that to my clients.
An ideal client's issues would be self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. They need to work on their self-worth and gain better control of their anxiety and depression. Their goal is not to have these negative emotions control their life. Often, individuals need that safe space or "outside person" to vent and help them process their emotions, and I can provide that to my clients.
(856) 758-2612 View (856) 758-2612
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Deborah Chiumento
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Seeking out a therapist can be difficult, yet it's a courageous first step to bettering your life. My practice is devoted to helping people through life's challenges and transitions using a non-judgmental approach. If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, or other challenges unique to your life, my collaborative and skills based approach will be helpful for you. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in New Jersey with many years of experience in helping people like you. I use evidence based treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Seeking out a therapist can be difficult, yet it's a courageous first step to bettering your life. My practice is devoted to helping people through life's challenges and transitions using a non-judgmental approach. If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, or other challenges unique to your life, my collaborative and skills based approach will be helpful for you. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in New Jersey with many years of experience in helping people like you. I use evidence based treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
(856) 422-4059 View (856) 422-4059
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Denise Poole And Holistic Care And Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lawnside, NJ 08045
Expect to experience a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment. Do you struggle with life's barriers and situations? Do you need help to change your situation and become empowered? Do you feel like no one understands? Could you use some practical coping skills to manage trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual abuse / exploitation, or other issues? That is why we exist, just for you. We, at Holistic Care & Counseling, operate as a team with a heart who genuinely cares about you and want to help you to achieve what you need for your whole self.
Expect to experience a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment. Do you struggle with life's barriers and situations? Do you need help to change your situation and become empowered? Do you feel like no one understands? Could you use some practical coping skills to manage trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual abuse / exploitation, or other issues? That is why we exist, just for you. We, at Holistic Care & Counseling, operate as a team with a heart who genuinely cares about you and want to help you to achieve what you need for your whole self.
(856) 335-2480 View (856) 335-2480
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Core Counseling South Jersey, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Helping you understand the root of the problem while working towards healing, in a safe and warm environment is a focus of my therapeutic model. This helps positive change become possible. You may be experiencing worry, self-blame, judgement or feeling not as happy as you would like. Do you want to feel better, but are unsure of what steps to take, or if the change is possible? These feelings may affect your self-esteem, mood, and other areas of your life. It's important that the focus is not just about changing your behaviors, but about feeling better.
Helping you understand the root of the problem while working towards healing, in a safe and warm environment is a focus of my therapeutic model. This helps positive change become possible. You may be experiencing worry, self-blame, judgement or feeling not as happy as you would like. Do you want to feel better, but are unsure of what steps to take, or if the change is possible? These feelings may affect your self-esteem, mood, and other areas of your life. It's important that the focus is not just about changing your behaviors, but about feeling better.
(856) 866-6331 View (856) 866-6331
Photo of Gianna Notarfrancesco - Gianna Notarfrancesco (adolescent/teen specialist), MA, LAMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Gianna Notarfrancesco (adolescent/teen specialist)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Voorhees, NJ 08043
My ideal client would most likely be a female teenager working through peer relationships, self-esteem, and social anxiety. With this client, I believe some of her needs would be to explore core beliefs of who she is in comparison to what others may say/think of her, cognitively challenging and reframing intrusive/negative thought patterns, and slowly expose the client to social scenarios in which she can use her coping skills to effectively navigate new situations.
My ideal client would most likely be a female teenager working through peer relationships, self-esteem, and social anxiety. With this client, I believe some of her needs would be to explore core beliefs of who she is in comparison to what others may say/think of her, cognitively challenging and reframing intrusive/negative thought patterns, and slowly expose the client to social scenarios in which she can use her coping skills to effectively navigate new situations.
(856) 684-5853 View (856) 684-5853
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Melissa Charfadi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021
I have worked with a very diverse group of people throughout my career as I have spent most of my career working, developing, and managing community mental health programs. I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, sexual identity issues, life transitions, burnout, stress management, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and trauma histories. I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach.
I have worked with a very diverse group of people throughout my career as I have spent most of my career working, developing, and managing community mental health programs. I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, sexual identity issues, life transitions, burnout, stress management, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and trauma histories. I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach.
(856) 347-3348 View (856) 347-3348
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Casey Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to Calm Shores! I offer individual therapy services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues. I strive to create a warm and approachable environment while also challenging my clients to explore new perspectives and achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered and incorporates a blend of CBT, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma-informed care.
Welcome to Calm Shores! I offer individual therapy services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues. I strive to create a warm and approachable environment while also challenging my clients to explore new perspectives and achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered and incorporates a blend of CBT, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma-informed care.
(732) 724-4960 View (732) 724-4960
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Alexandrea Sacher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021
My ideal client is someone who presents with a diverse range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, chronic health problems, and grief and loss. I aim to provide support so that clients do not feel overwhelmed or defined by their mental health struggles. Instead, I work towards empowering them to regain control, stability, and a sense of grounding. My goal is to equip clients with the tools and skills acquired through therapeutic methods used in our sessions.
My ideal client is someone who presents with a diverse range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, chronic health problems, and grief and loss. I aim to provide support so that clients do not feel overwhelmed or defined by their mental health struggles. Instead, I work towards empowering them to regain control, stability, and a sense of grounding. My goal is to equip clients with the tools and skills acquired through therapeutic methods used in our sessions.
(856) 804-0870 View (856) 804-0870
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Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Voorhees, NJ 08043
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.
(856) 626-9256 View (856) 626-9256

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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.