Suicidal Thoughts

"Suicidal ideation" is an umbrella term that encompasses a wide range of experiences. For some, they have passing thoughts of not wanting to wake up. For others, they have been considering a plan to end their life. The suicidal part of us is not the enemy, it is a part wanting to protect us from pain, loss, depression, life circumstances, etc. If we can befriend this part of us, we can find other ways to meet its goals that don't involve self harm or ending ones life.

Suicidal thoughts and self-injurious behavior

I have experience working with clients who are actively suicidal both in outpatient and inpatient settings. I hope to support those who are experiencing the worst days of their lives and provide encouragement to keep going.

I get it; wanting to die is scary and admitting you want to die is even scarier. I want you to know, I'm not scared to talk about it. I believe most people know what it's like to not want to wake up or not want to exist anymore. I'm more suspicious of people who say they have never felt that way. Feeling suicidal makes sense to me for a lot of reason, AND I want to help you turn the volume down on those ideas. Let's talk about options before you go with the most permanent one on the table.

The harsh inner critic tells you that suicidality is the answer. Unexplored intrusive thoughts of self-harm are part of your personal Shadow, erupting from the unconscious to attack you without warning. In Jungian Therapy we get to know your Shadow in a safe space, welcoming in its voice with curiosity. Shadow-work explores the origins of shame, blame, and violence, connecting with your wounded Inner Child, realizing their Dreams, and releasing the “stuckness” of life energy to move forward.

I have 2+ years of experience providing crisis mental health interventions. I am very comfortable working with individuals who are suicidal and treating the underlying causes of this symptom. I strive for my clients to feel comfortable talking about suicidality and self-harm and work from a harm-reduction approach.

I am highly trained and experienced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which is the gold standard treatment for suicidality.

I believe that comprehensive therapy for suicidal ideation is so much more than writing down a safety plan on a piece of paper and calling it a day. It is my goal to meet my clients where they are in their journey, and help them find their own meaning and hope. I am certified through ASIST, the world's leading suicide prevention program, and use these techniques regularly in sessions where suicidality is a concern.

Thoughts of not wanting to be alive or wanting to be dead are valid experiences and discussing them is an important way to work towards healing. As a therapist, I am comfortable exploring these uncomfortable feelings with you.

Being at a place where it feels like there are no other options and to lose hope in life, is one of the worst human experiences. As your therapist, I will sit with you in this pain. I will hold your hand through this and at your pace, we will find the hope and meaning you once held. It is my goal to take away the shame and power around these thoughts and give that power back to you. I am also certified in ASIST, the world's leading suicide prevention program.

I specialize in working with clients who struggle with suicidal thoughts. I create a safe space to find methods to cope with these thoughts, identify triggers for these thoughts, and find your reason for living. In addition, I also specialize in working with friends/family who are suicide loss survivors.

Suicidal thoughts and depression can feel overwhelming and all encompassing when you are dealing with them on your own. As a therapist, I aim to provide a nonjudgmental space to begin exploring the ‘why’ behind the feelings you are having and develop a plan to help ease these feelings.

I have extensive experience with suicidal thoughts, and am specifically trained to help with self-harm/self-injury.

I am extensively trained and experienced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the gold-standard treatment for chronic suicidality.

I have extensive training, expertise, and experience treating suicidality, and I am happy to provide a complimentary consult to anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, to determine whether DBT-informed therapy could be an effective treatment option.

Using DBT, I work with individual to shift their relationship with their thoughts, and build a life worth living.

I have specialized in crisis work and decreasing suicidal thoughts and behaviors throughout my career. I have been considered a lead trainer in the hospital setting for other mental health therapists, teaching risk assessment, safety planning, and harm reduction, as well as specific strategies for working with folks struggling with suicidality.

I am extensively trained and experienced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, the gold-standard treatment for chronic suicidality. I use behavioral analysis as well as distress tolerance and emotion regulation techniques to treat suicidality.