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Lydia Boaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11242
Lydia has experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, loss of connection, difficulty communicating or difficulty trusting people, shame, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, and other post-traumatic symptoms. She has worked with survivors of domestic violence and emotional abuse, survivors of childhood abuse and/or neglect, recent immigrants to the US, members of the LGBTQA+ community, war veterans, and families with foster children.
Lydia has experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, loss of connection, difficulty communicating or difficulty trusting people, shame, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, and other post-traumatic symptoms. She has worked with survivors of domestic violence and emotional abuse, survivors of childhood abuse and/or neglect, recent immigrants to the US, members of the LGBTQA+ community, war veterans, and families with foster children.
(347) 952-7108 View (347) 952-7108
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Adrienne Lee Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LIMHP, CMSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215  (Online Only)
Adrienne is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R) practicing psychotherapy and providing clinical consultation in New York, New Jersey, Nebraska, and Florida. She is a warm, attentive therapist who works with you to determine your individual needs and goals and to help you move toward finding clarity, healing, and happiness. Adrienne’s interest in counseling began as a volunteer on The Trevor Project’s suicide prevention and crisis intervention lifeline. Her early career focused on working with LGBTQIA+ youth at The Ali Forney Center before transitioning to an outpatient hospital clinic for adolescents and adults with HIV/AIDS.
Adrienne is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R) practicing psychotherapy and providing clinical consultation in New York, New Jersey, Nebraska, and Florida. She is a warm, attentive therapist who works with you to determine your individual needs and goals and to help you move toward finding clarity, healing, and happiness. Adrienne’s interest in counseling began as a volunteer on The Trevor Project’s suicide prevention and crisis intervention lifeline. Her early career focused on working with LGBTQIA+ youth at The Ali Forney Center before transitioning to an outpatient hospital clinic for adolescents and adults with HIV/AIDS.
(718) 304-2228 View (718) 304-2228
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Jonathan Vargas
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Jonathan is a culturally sensitive counselor who specializes in working with adults, emerging adults, couples and children, handling their anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, trauma, and anger.
Jonathan utilizes DBT, ACT, trauma-focused, person-centered, strength-based, existential, and narrative practices to create genuine connections. He provides clients a nonjudgmental space to explore themselves through mindfulness, media, interactive activities, creativity, and a caring ear to listen, illuminate, and foster empowerment over one’s life. Jonathan believes through collaboration, we learn to recognize problematic dynamics and limiting mindsets that prevent one from becoming more fulfilled.
Jonathan is a culturally sensitive counselor who specializes in working with adults, emerging adults, couples and children, handling their anxiety, depression, suicidal ideations, trauma, and anger.
Jonathan utilizes DBT, ACT, trauma-focused, person-centered, strength-based, existential, and narrative practices to create genuine connections. He provides clients a nonjudgmental space to explore themselves through mindfulness, media, interactive activities, creativity, and a caring ear to listen, illuminate, and foster empowerment over one’s life. Jonathan believes through collaboration, we learn to recognize problematic dynamics and limiting mindsets that prevent one from becoming more fulfilled.
(929) 284-2827 View (929) 284-2827
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Peter Honchaurk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11218
I have served as clinical supervisor to many therapists. I have a superb track record of helping clients - individuals, families and couples - effect remarkable recovery and resume functioning. Areas in which I excel: schizophrenia, depression (incl suicide- and self-harm-prevention), anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties, social phobia, OCD, alcoholism (though I'm no substitute for AA), substance abuse, sex addiction, debt & finance stress, grief, workplace stress, assertiveness, and work with teens-at-risk and their families.
I have served as clinical supervisor to many therapists. I have a superb track record of helping clients - individuals, families and couples - effect remarkable recovery and resume functioning. Areas in which I excel: schizophrenia, depression (incl suicide- and self-harm-prevention), anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties, social phobia, OCD, alcoholism (though I'm no substitute for AA), substance abuse, sex addiction, debt & finance stress, grief, workplace stress, assertiveness, and work with teens-at-risk and their families.
(646) 798-2995 View (646) 798-2995
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David Diaz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
David incorporates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities, and he can conduct therapy sessions in English and Spanish. He is passionate in listening to a client’s story on who they were, and what story they would like to have today and tomorrow. He has vast experience working with people who are challenged by depression and/or anxiety and people who have a history of self-harm and suicidal ideation. David has experience and enjoys working with clients in overcoming sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, intergenerational and racial trauma within the Queer and LGBTQIA+ communities.
David incorporates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities, and he can conduct therapy sessions in English and Spanish. He is passionate in listening to a client’s story on who they were, and what story they would like to have today and tomorrow. He has vast experience working with people who are challenged by depression and/or anxiety and people who have a history of self-harm and suicidal ideation. David has experience and enjoys working with clients in overcoming sexual abuse/intimate partner violence, intergenerational and racial trauma within the Queer and LGBTQIA+ communities.
(929) 325-0190 View (929) 325-0190
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William Ndama
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205
I worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, relational issues, suicidal ideations, maladaptive behavioral patterns, traumatic and emotionally painful life experiences.
Have you gone through hardships or trauma and questioned if you had the strength to continue living a fulfilling life? Do you often question your future based on your past and present experiences? Do you find yourself stagnating in life and lacking social support? Do you find yourself entrapped in ruminating and intrusive thoughts ranging from anxiety to suicidal thoughts? Do you struggle with self-doubt and resort to familiar behavioral patterns and addictions to mask your emotional pain? Have you pondered if you're misunderstood or inadequate and find it challenging to foster meaningful relationships? Do you want to find purpose?
I worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, relational issues, suicidal ideations, maladaptive behavioral patterns, traumatic and emotionally painful life experiences.
Have you gone through hardships or trauma and questioned if you had the strength to continue living a fulfilling life? Do you often question your future based on your past and present experiences? Do you find yourself stagnating in life and lacking social support? Do you find yourself entrapped in ruminating and intrusive thoughts ranging from anxiety to suicidal thoughts? Do you struggle with self-doubt and resort to familiar behavioral patterns and addictions to mask your emotional pain? Have you pondered if you're misunderstood or inadequate and find it challenging to foster meaningful relationships? Do you want to find purpose?
(646) 992-3427 View (646) 992-3427
Intercity Psychotherapy Services LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Mental health program that addresses the needs of adults, adolescents, children, and families. The program encompasses a broad range of areas, including individual and family counseling, substance use and youth development. Its purpose is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by psychological and emotional disturbances.
Mental health program that addresses the needs of adults, adolescents, children, and families. The program encompasses a broad range of areas, including individual and family counseling, substance use and youth development. Its purpose is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by psychological and emotional disturbances.
(929) 262-6744 View (929) 262-6744
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Edward Quedado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11216  (Online Only)
I believe psychotherapy is a project between two people where sources of emotional pain and anguish are discovered and revisited, where what has been denied, unimagined, forgotten, or come to be unspeakable can become imagined, felt and spoken. The process generates an understanding of ourselves that is vastly more dynamic than what our relationships, politics and culture allow, leading to the easing of suffering and the creation of new possibilities.
I believe psychotherapy is a project between two people where sources of emotional pain and anguish are discovered and revisited, where what has been denied, unimagined, forgotten, or come to be unspeakable can become imagined, felt and spoken. The process generates an understanding of ourselves that is vastly more dynamic than what our relationships, politics and culture allow, leading to the easing of suffering and the creation of new possibilities.
(503) 664-9510 View (503) 664-9510
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Manuel G Munro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11216
My approach to therapy is centered around creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I integrate evidence-based techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions to tailor a unique approach for each client. I believe in empowering individuals to develop self-awareness, challenge negative patterns, and cultivate resilience to achieve their goals and improve their overal. I see patients on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays through Telehealth and in person.
My approach to therapy is centered around creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I integrate evidence-based techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions to tailor a unique approach for each client. I believe in empowering individuals to develop self-awareness, challenge negative patterns, and cultivate resilience to achieve their goals and improve their overal. I see patients on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays through Telehealth and in person.
(908) 840-8266 View (908) 840-8266
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Nineth Esmeralda Díaz
LCAT, MT-BC, NMT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11208  (Online Only)
I'm Nineth Díaz, a Bilingual Brooklyn born, bred & based, Latina Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT), Music Therapist - Board Certified psychotherapist (MT-BC) and Neurologic Music Therapist (NMT) with nearly a decade of clinical experience with various populations. My aim is to meet you where you’re at, beginning from where you are right now. Together, we can identify therapeutic goals that help embody your authentic self. My hope is to support and encourage the work you do on your mental health journey.
I'm Nineth Díaz, a Bilingual Brooklyn born, bred & based, Latina Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT), Music Therapist - Board Certified psychotherapist (MT-BC) and Neurologic Music Therapist (NMT) with nearly a decade of clinical experience with various populations. My aim is to meet you where you’re at, beginning from where you are right now. Together, we can identify therapeutic goals that help embody your authentic self. My hope is to support and encourage the work you do on your mental health journey.
(347) 427-5466 View (347) 427-5466
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Madailein O'Donnell
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
NOW offering a full DBT skills group. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor, my passion is in collaborating with clients to help strengthen their personal strategies and to find a life worth living. I believe that with the right tools and motivation, my clients are able to manage the difficulties that life has given them. Clients learn to trust themselves and develop ways to learn coping skills and increase their sense of self-worth through continued practice in our sessions. I love working to heal trauma and help create stable identities within my clients, so they can create a life worth living for themselves.
NOW offering a full DBT skills group. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor, my passion is in collaborating with clients to help strengthen their personal strategies and to find a life worth living. I believe that with the right tools and motivation, my clients are able to manage the difficulties that life has given them. Clients learn to trust themselves and develop ways to learn coping skills and increase their sense of self-worth through continued practice in our sessions. I love working to heal trauma and help create stable identities within my clients, so they can create a life worth living for themselves.
(929) 556-6529 View (929) 556-6529
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Valerie Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11242
I am a French American licensed psychotherapist with post graduate training in Psychoanalysis. I am happy to hold sessions in either language. I hold an MBA from The Sorbonne and an MSW from Columbia University. I worked in the business world before changing careers and becoming a psychotherapist. I therefore have a good understanding of the pressures of the business workplace, as well as what it takes to make a significant career change. Over the last 22 years, I have worked in Domestic Violence agencies, and with teenagers around relationship issues in particular, as well as with couples and individuals in my private practice.
I am a French American licensed psychotherapist with post graduate training in Psychoanalysis. I am happy to hold sessions in either language. I hold an MBA from The Sorbonne and an MSW from Columbia University. I worked in the business world before changing careers and becoming a psychotherapist. I therefore have a good understanding of the pressures of the business workplace, as well as what it takes to make a significant career change. Over the last 22 years, I have worked in Domestic Violence agencies, and with teenagers around relationship issues in particular, as well as with couples and individuals in my private practice.
(646) 362-6936 View (646) 362-6936
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Lisa-Marie Braxton LMHC
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11218  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy allows an individual to identify areas within their life to process, heal and gain overall recovery. In treatment, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to treat anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, changes within ones life, pregnancy and postpartum as well as substance abuse. Within sessions, you are given an opportunity to re-center the self, process ways to make powerful decisions within your life and overall create a meaningful pathway to wellness.
Therapy allows an individual to identify areas within their life to process, heal and gain overall recovery. In treatment, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to treat anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, changes within ones life, pregnancy and postpartum as well as substance abuse. Within sessions, you are given an opportunity to re-center the self, process ways to make powerful decisions within your life and overall create a meaningful pathway to wellness.
(718) 504-1986 View (718) 504-1986
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Ali Everett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
You're the expert in your life. I want to help you explore and expand your sense of calm and empowerment, addressing your physical, spiritual, emotional, philosophical, and social parts. I recognize the importance of acknowledging the past and finding ways to feel more alive in the present. Much of our energy is spent focusing on reacting to external stimulation and making plans for the future. I am here to help cultivate a space and time to listen to and focus on inner experiences, which is mission-critical in changing how we relate to ourselves and the world.
You're the expert in your life. I want to help you explore and expand your sense of calm and empowerment, addressing your physical, spiritual, emotional, philosophical, and social parts. I recognize the importance of acknowledging the past and finding ways to feel more alive in the present. Much of our energy is spent focusing on reacting to external stimulation and making plans for the future. I am here to help cultivate a space and time to listen to and focus on inner experiences, which is mission-critical in changing how we relate to ourselves and the world.
(718) 550-5346 View (718) 550-5346
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Aaron Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11203  (Online Only)
I can help you be you! I specialize in helping teens, young adults and adults be happy. Whether simple things left undone, or trauma like a parents' divorce, we are sent messages that we internalize while growing up. The life path of my personal journey has helped me to listen with empathy, insight and interest. I give people a safe space to share and grow. With the proper clinical relationship, I invite you to welcome emotional and professional health into your life. Through our shared minds, your uniquely human response to life can be found.
I can help you be you! I specialize in helping teens, young adults and adults be happy. Whether simple things left undone, or trauma like a parents' divorce, we are sent messages that we internalize while growing up. The life path of my personal journey has helped me to listen with empathy, insight and interest. I give people a safe space to share and grow. With the proper clinical relationship, I invite you to welcome emotional and professional health into your life. Through our shared minds, your uniquely human response to life can be found.
(917) 994-9429 View (917) 994-9429
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Jonnel A Hannibal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238  (Online Only)
Life is hard. Let's team up to help you get through it as efficiently as possible. My educational background as an LCSW and your lived experience will help us develop a well-balanced life to deal with life stressors in an appropriate manner. I look forward to partnering with you.
Life is hard. Let's team up to help you get through it as efficiently as possible. My educational background as an LCSW and your lived experience will help us develop a well-balanced life to deal with life stressors in an appropriate manner. I look forward to partnering with you.
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Katy Haney
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11211
I work with individuals & couples who are navigating the complexities of being human and in relationship with others. Those with anxiety, depression, &relationship issues. I practice in a psychoanalytically informed way with a belief that it is through the therapy relationship we can understand ourselves more fully & heal. In my work with patients, I aim to help you become more conscious of unconscious patterns that keep you disconnected from yourself & others, & help you develop a deeper connection to your body and emotions. Through a deeper understanding of yourself, you can transform emotional suffering & live more authentically.
I work with individuals & couples who are navigating the complexities of being human and in relationship with others. Those with anxiety, depression, &relationship issues. I practice in a psychoanalytically informed way with a belief that it is through the therapy relationship we can understand ourselves more fully & heal. In my work with patients, I aim to help you become more conscious of unconscious patterns that keep you disconnected from yourself & others, & help you develop a deeper connection to your body and emotions. Through a deeper understanding of yourself, you can transform emotional suffering & live more authentically.
(929) 242-6686 View (929) 242-6686
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Delta Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11231
I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I help people identify and eliminate beliefs and perspectives that prevent them from living with love, confidence, and enthusiasm. Anxiety is reduced by identifying causes and applying mindful, body-present skills. Depression is lifted through expression and removing draining blocks that prevent action. Relationships are improved by focusing on communication and eliminating blame, resentment, and individual defenses that block deep intimacy. The more we know about ourselves, the more we're able to let go of old patterns and make decisions that lead to a more joyful and fulfilling life.
I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I help people identify and eliminate beliefs and perspectives that prevent them from living with love, confidence, and enthusiasm. Anxiety is reduced by identifying causes and applying mindful, body-present skills. Depression is lifted through expression and removing draining blocks that prevent action. Relationships are improved by focusing on communication and eliminating blame, resentment, and individual defenses that block deep intimacy. The more we know about ourselves, the more we're able to let go of old patterns and make decisions that lead to a more joyful and fulfilling life.
(646) 793-4339 View (646) 793-4339
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Melissa Melkumov
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Rewarding personal, professional and romantic relationships are so fundamental to our happiness, yet they can be so elusive. I am a Clinical Psychologist that works with individuals, couples and families that may be struggling to find fulfillment in their relationships with themselves and others. Issues getting in the way might include depression, anxiety, loneliness, interpersonal difficulties, and PTSD. I help clients process and work through current and past life stressors and traumas, such as sexual traumas, infertility, loss, transitioning to parenthood and career changes.
Rewarding personal, professional and romantic relationships are so fundamental to our happiness, yet they can be so elusive. I am a Clinical Psychologist that works with individuals, couples and families that may be struggling to find fulfillment in their relationships with themselves and others. Issues getting in the way might include depression, anxiety, loneliness, interpersonal difficulties, and PTSD. I help clients process and work through current and past life stressors and traumas, such as sexual traumas, infertility, loss, transitioning to parenthood and career changes.
(646) 679-5360 View (646) 679-5360
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Eitan Lidergot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11242  (Online Only)
We all experience some distress or discomfort that can prevent us from feeling content and enjoying all that life has to offer. We're often stuck in patterned behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and relationships that only increases our distress and prevents us from being able to move forward. I work collaboratively with people to better understand the patterns of behaviors, thoughts, or feelings that contribute to our distress and develop concrete skills to feel content and enjoy life.
We all experience some distress or discomfort that can prevent us from feeling content and enjoying all that life has to offer. We're often stuck in patterned behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and relationships that only increases our distress and prevents us from being able to move forward. I work collaboratively with people to better understand the patterns of behaviors, thoughts, or feelings that contribute to our distress and develop concrete skills to feel content and enjoy life.
(347) 826-1709 View (347) 826-1709
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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.