Suicidal Thoughts

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.

I worked previously for the 988 Lifeline for 2.5 years with extensive training in suicidalility and crisis response.

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.

I worked at a hospital part time doing mental health evaluations for clients who were suicidal and received top notch training on how to help with this issue. I feel completely comfortable in offering help to those who struggle in this way.

Suicidal thoughts and self-injurious behavior

I have worked with chronically and acutely suicidal people my entire career. I know from personal experience just how pervasive suicidal thoughts can be, and I use that experience to connect with people on a deeper level. I want my patients to feel comfortable talking about suicidal thoughts confidentially without the fear of their therapist panicking and reporting them. My goal is always to help you get the support you need with a sense of agency and empowerment.

I have experience working with individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts. Specialized training in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), which is the treatment of choice for individuals struggling with suicidal ideation.

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

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 have experience working with children and teens who are struggling with suicidal thoughts and/or self harm. I strongly believe in the importance of involving all family members in order to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and teens struggling with suicidal ideation.

Suicidality is something which our society & field often criminalises. I also have experience working with folx who have had difficult or traumatic experiences with therapy, involuntary hospitalisation, and pathologisation in the past, and believe strongly in being non-carceral in my approach.

It's ok, we can go there. It's possible to have suicidal thoughts and still be in your power and decide what to do with them.

You feel overwhelmed and isolated when struggling with suicidal thoughts. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help you navigate these intense feelings. You experience a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your emotions and identify underlying issues. My approach includes mindfulness-based strategies and solution-focused therapy, aimed at empowering you to find hope, build resilience, and rediscover your sense of purpose and worth.

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.

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.

It's extremely hard to find accurate data on how prevalent suicidal ideation is, but it's more common than you think. If you are experiencing this, you are not alone. I believe simply saying out loud that you are struggling with suicidal thoughts can be freeing and lead to a path of healing.

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.

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.