Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Essex, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Suicidal Thoughts
Angela Jones
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW Registered Social Worker/ Psychotherapist
Life can be difficult, but finding help doesn't have to be. It is important to get help if you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis or is thinking about suicide. When life hits hard it is normal to have thoughts that it would be easier to deal with if you were not alive. Please reach out for help. I have a specialty in this field as a crisis response worker and can help you or someone you know cope with suicidal ideation/behaviors and or self-harm thoughts/behaviors.
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9 Years Experience
Suicidal Thoughts
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.
7 Years Experience
Suicidal Thoughts
Malik Smith
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Confronting suicidal thoughts requires immediate, compassionate intervention. My approach provides a safe space for clients to express their feelings and work towards a place of hope and healing. Using crisis intervention techniques and safety planning, I support clients in finding reasons to live and coping strategies to manage their pain.
6 Years Experience
Suicidal Thoughts
Self Ease Solutions
Counsellor/Therapist, PC
Suicidal Thoughts are more common than one would think. At times we may not want to live with our current situations or states but this does not mean we want to die. Finding ways and reasons to live is crucial to ensure suicidal thoughts do not become action.
8 Years Experience
Suicidal Thoughts
Fizzah Rizvi
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MSc, CCTP
If you are reading this, it means you have decided to seek help instead of wanting to quit.
Please know this. YOU. ARE. IMPORTANT.
We can work together to address your risk and develop a safety plan to help you look at the other side of life.
3 Years Experience