Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Buffalo, New York NY
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Suicidal
Liberation Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I work with many people who experience suicidal thoughts and I take a calm, non-reactive approach to talking about suicide. I am comfortable talking about death and dying, and I also have experience as a deathcare worker, which informs my ability to sit with these conversations without panic or judgment. Many people are afraid to be honest about suicidal thoughts because they worry they will be overreacted to or not understood. In therapy, you can speak frankly and openly. I respect people’s autonomy while also taking their pain seriously, and we work together to understand what makes life feel unbearable and how we might work together to feel grounded, connected, and cared for.
5 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York (Online Only)
Suicidal
Willow Health
Psychiatrist
Willow Health specializes in acute mental health crises and are here to support you during your time of need. Our providers undergo extensive training to assess and manage suicidality and can use the Collaborative Assessment & Management of Suicidality (CAMS) for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. Upon admission to our program, all individuals work with our team to develop a personalized crisis stabilization plan that can be utilized during the course of treatment and beyond. Our clinical and care management teams will work hand-in-hand with you to connect you to the most appropriate next level of care post discharge from Willow’s program.
8 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York (Online Only)
Suicidal
Francis A. Bax
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, CASAC-Master
When someone is feeling suicidal, it can feel overwhelming. It may feel like there are no other options than to act on those feelings. We can explore the protective factors that will help in keeping those from harming themselves and craft a useful and fluid safety plan that can be shared with those that can be trusted.
*PLEASE NOTE THAT TELEHEALTH IS NOT AN EFFECTIVE MEANS OF ADDRESSING IMMEDIATE CRISIS THAT COULD LEAD TO SELF-HARM. There are many ways to reach out to a trained counselor in times of immediate crisis. THE NATIONAL SUICIDE AND CRISIS LIFELINE CAN BE REACHED BY DIALING 988 OR TEXTING "TALK" to 741741.
31 Years Experience
In-Person Near Buffalo, NY
Online in Buffalo, NY New York
Suicidal
Jen Johnston Collaborative Change Counseling and Wellness
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LMHC
The clinicians in our group use the evidenced based approach of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) when working with individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts and/or self injury. This approach blends acceptance and change strategies to help decrease these thoughts and behaviors that are often interfering with living and full and meaningful life. Specific Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Mindfulness skills are taught as part of this approach, and clients are encouraged to take action steps to find alternate means of coping with difficult thoughts and emotions. Two of our clinicians are comprehensively trained and sit on DBT Consultation Teams. The other two utilize a DBT informed approach when working with individuals for whom comprehensive DBT is not indicated.
18 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York
Suicidal
Lincoln Square Psycholtherapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Our therapists work with many clients struggling with suicidal thoughts. Our therapists are trained to asses for risk and intervene if clients need a higher level of care of more stringent safety planning.
6 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY New York
Buffalo's post-industrial economy and harsh winters contribute to elevated rates of depression and seasonal mood challenges, and therapists here are experienced in working with these climate-related patterns. The city has a strong community identity and a sizable working-class population, with therapists frequently addressing grief, economic stress, relationship issues, and intergenerational family dynamics. The University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources, while private practices serve those seeking longer-term therapeutic relationships. Buffalo's proximity to Canada and its large Rust Belt peer cities also shapes a regional resilience that many therapists draw on in their work.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Buffalo, New York Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Buffalo, New York average 12 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (60%), and Behavioral Therapy (48%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 60% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 48% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 44% | Senior |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 48% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |