Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Portage la Prairie, MB
Browse Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Suicidal
Kayla Schofield
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Suicidal thought (SI) is a broad term relating to people wishing, wanting to end their life. Life events, trauma, heavy emoitons can be too painful leading to solutions to fix this.
6 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB
Suicidal
Headway Mental Health
Registered Psychotherapist, Joshua Dvorkin, MPsy, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying),
When working with someone experiencing suicidal ideation, thoughts, or intention, mental health professionals follow specific protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of the individual. Here are some common steps they might take:
1. Establishing a Safe Environment: The mental health professional ensures that the person is in a safe physical environment, free from any immediate harm or access to means of self-harm. If necessary, they may collaborate with emergency services to ensure the individual's safety.
2. Active Listening and Emotional Support: The mental health professional provides a non-judgmental and empathetic space for the person to express their feelings and thoughts. Active listening and emotional support are crucial in helping the individual feel heard, understood, and validated.
3. Assessing the Risk: The mental health professional conducts a thorough assessment to determine the severity of the person's suicidal thoughts, intentions, and risk factors. This assessment may involve exploring the frequency, intensity, and duration of the thoughts, as well as any previous suicide attempts, access to means, and the presence of supportive relationships.
4. Developing a Safety Plan: Collaboratively, the mental health professional and the individual create a safety plan that outlines specific strategies and resources to help manage the crisis. This plan may include identifying trusted individuals to reach out to, developing coping skills and distraction techniques, and establishing steps to remove immediate access to self-harm methods.
5. Referring to Emergency Services: If the risk is immediate or imminent, mental health professionals are mandated to involve emergency services to ensure the individual's safety. This may involve contacting crisis hotlines, local mental health crisis teams, or even admitting the person to a psychiatric facility, depending on the severity of the situation.
6. Treatment and Therapy: Mental health professionals provide ongoing therapy and treatment tailored to the individual's needs. They may utilize evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address the underlying issues contributing to suicidal ideation and promote mental well-being.
7. Collaborative Care: Mental health professionals often work collaboratively with other healthcare providers, such as psychiatrists or primary care physicians, to ensure comprehensive care. This may involve medication management, consultation, or coordination of care to address any underlying mental health conditions contributing to the person's distress.
8. Follow-up and Support: Mental health professionals prioritize ongoing support and follow-up after the immediate crisis has passed. They monitor the person's progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide continued emotional support to prevent relapses and ensure the individual's well-being.
9 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB
Suicidal
Atlas Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, B.Sc., M.A., RP
Support for suicidal thoughts and ideation is approached with care, compassion, and a strong focus on safety and stabilization. A non-judgmental space is provided to openly explore emotional pain, underlying distress, and contributing factors while working collaboratively to develop coping strategies and safety plans. Using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, the focus is on reducing risk, strengthening supports, and helping individuals reconnect with hope, meaning, and reasons for living.
18 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB
Suicidal
Aaron Chin
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MA, RCC
When working with suicidal thoughts, I like to start with some mindfulness around the issue to gain a deeper understanding of the experience, from here there are many options, and I rely of the client's wisdom to guide me.
4 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB
Suicidal
Clayre Sessoms
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, ATR-BC
When you are carrying suicidal thoughts, it is often a sign that your system is in a state of profound pain and sees disappearing as the only available relief from a world that feels unyielding or hostile. I provide an unconditionally non-judgmental, deeply relational online presence for clients in British Columbia who are navigating these heavy, dark spaces. We will sit safely with your suffering together, exploring the underlying distress while gently seeking paths toward internal ease and reconnection.
8 Years Experience
Online in Portage la Prairie, MB (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Portage la Prairie, MB Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Portage la Prairie, MB average 11 years of experience and charge around $162 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Internal Family Systems (IFS) (74%), and Narrative Therapy (74%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$162
Accept insurance
74%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 11% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 74% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 74% | Narrative Therapy |
| 68% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 63% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 63% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 63% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 89% | Senior |
| 89% | Young Adult |
| 84% | Teen |
| 42% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 63% | Men |
| 63% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 58% | Military / Veterans |