Suicidal Thoughts

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

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 specialize in working with clients who are experiencing suicidal ideations currently and/or chronically. My approach with clients is very authentic and genuine using in-depth therapeutic modalities and highly investing in my clients which provides an effective and lasting treatment for suicidality.

Suicidal thoughts and self-injurious behavior

I see you suffering in silence. You want to avoid another grippy sock vacation, but also want to have these thoughts out loud so you can help them heal. It's not easy, holding onto this alone. I have found that most of the time, these thoughts just want to help escape the pain or have your needs met. I can offer a space to do that, as long as you come honestly and can keep yourself safe (and I can help with that last part). Take a look at my program, let's walk a new path.

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.

Did you know that suicidal thoughts are incredibly common? Many people are afraid to admit to thoughts of death or suicide, in part because the thoughts are terrifying in and of themselves, but also out of a fear of how people will react. I have worked as a 911 dispatcher as well as a crisis hotline employee (including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). I have extensive training in crisis counseling, including suicide intervention. Talking about it is the first step to healing.

I have worked with. many clients, of all ages, with chronic and acute, passive and active, suicidal thoughts. I am comfortable with doing risk assessments, safety plans, and am not a therapist who jumps to sending clients to the hospital unless absolutely necessary for safety.

When individuals become overwhelmed to the point of thinking of harming themselves, then it is time to stop everything and re-examine our lifestyle. I have worked to become proficient at making clients realize that problems - and thoughts of harm - are transient and that there are many other solutions and practices that can make life more meaningful.

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.

My interest in supporting individuals with suicidal thoughts is driven by a deep commitment to understanding and alleviating intense mental distress. In my training, I've focused on crisis intervention and empathetic listening. I aim to offer a safe, compassionate space where clients can openly discuss their thoughts without judgment. My approach is to gently guide clients towards finding hope and resilience, using strategies that foster a sense of personal strength and renewed outlook on life.

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.

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.

I am a trauma certified therapist who specializes in suicidal thinking and cultivating curiosity around suicidal thoughts to advocate for needs to develop a life worth living.

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.

Suicidal thoughts are a sign that life isn't progressing the way we want it to, and can be very scary to share with others. I have extensive experience working with people who feel suicidal, and I know these thoughts are coming up for a reason. My job is to help identify why you're having these thoughts, and to provide real time solutions to make life one that is worth living.