Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Scottsdale, Arizona AZ
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Suicidal
Alice Barton
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
I provide emergency numbers for suicidal means and intent. If suicidality has been assessed to be ideations only, then I will work with client to address urgent issues and provide emergency numbers.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Suicidal
Claire Karakey
Therapist, LPC, MC
Suicidal Ideations (or suicidal thoughts) refers to thinking about or planning suicide – the act of ending one’s own life. It is not uncommon for people to experience suicidal thoughts when they are faced with times of extreme stress, serious injury or illness, or mental struggles such as Depression.
When a person feels trapped, hopeless, or is having immense emotional or physical pain, thoughts of ending life as a way out can occur. There are biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors that can increase the risk of suicide – these factors coupled with adverse life events and a belief there is no other way out can lead to suicidal ideations.
Passive Suicidal Ideation is when a person sometimes wishes they were dead but do not have any actual plans to commit suicide. However, when the thoughts turn to actual intent to kill oneself and include plans as to how to carry it out, that is called Active Suicidal Ideation.
Therapy can be very helpful for an individual with suicidal thoughts. Hopeless feelings can be improved when viewed from different perspectives and a therapist can offer those insights. Support from friends, family, and groups can be helpful for continued connection and encouragement both during and after therapy.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Suicidal
Arroyo Psychological Services
Psychologist
We offer a compassionate and confidential environment for clients experiencing suicidal thoughts or hopelessness. Our therapists focus on safety, stabilization, and rebuilding a sense of purpose and connection.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Suicidal
Ben Hedberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, BCC
I provide support for men experiencing suicidal thoughts, hopelessness, or feeling overwhelmed. Treatment focuses on safety, understanding underlying issues, and developing practical strategies to regain stability, reduce distress, and move forward.
29 Years Experience
In-Person in Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Suicidal
Dr. Janelle Louis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ND, PMHNP-BC
If you're having suicidal thoughts, I can help provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to talk about your pain. Together, we'll work on safety planning, emotional regulation, and addressing the deeper issues driving your thoughts. Although I'm sure it doesn't always feel like it, there is hope. Help is available, and things don't have to remain this way forever. Reach out for help.
10 Years Experience
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
Suicidal
Carolyne Mburu-Gerena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
Experiencing suicidal thoughts can be overwhelming and frightening, but support is available. I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space for individuals struggling with these thoughts to explore what they are experiencing and develop a safety plan. Treatment focuses on stabilization, addressing underlying mental health concerns, and building strategies that promote hope and recovery.
6 Years Experience
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona (Online Only)
Suicidal
Michael Klinkner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The reasons for and effects of suicidal thoughts are unique and complex. They require lots of special training and a holistic approach. I have years of training and experience in working with this issue. I work to help clients address their issues from a variety of different angles and determine the underlying causes behind the problems.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Scottsdale, AZ
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Suicidal
Meliora Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS LPC
Let's figure out what a life worth living looks like and make it so.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Scottsdale, AZ
Online in Scottsdale, AZ Arizona
Scottsdale's affluence and wellness-oriented culture generate consistently high demand for therapy, with a population that generally views mental health care favorably and has the financial means to engage in longer-term work — making it one of the most therapist-dense cities in Arizona. The city's luxury resort industry and reputation as a destination for high-net-worth retirees and second-home owners create a distinctive therapy clientele, with practitioners frequently addressing relationship complexity, identity in retirement, wealth-related stress, and the gap between external success and internal wellbeing. HonorHealth and Mayo Clinic Phoenix provide institutional mental health resources alongside one of Arizona's most established private practice communities. Scottsdale's significant recovery community — drawn by the concentration of high-end treatment centers in the surrounding Sonoran Desert — also drives substantial demand for therapists specializing in addiction aftercare and dual diagnosis work.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Scottsdale, Arizona Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Scottsdale, Arizona average 16 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (41%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
56%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 39% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
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| 24% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 47% | Military / Veterans |
| 35% | Christian |