Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Ottawa, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Suicidal
Barbara Freedman
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor
In my role at The Well(a safe outreach drop in day shelter for Woman and Children) I delivered support and guidance to those women who were facing homelessness, low-income housing, abuse, trauma, as well as suicide ideology. I have taken the ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)as I work with many clients who report suicidal feelings. So, if this is what you are thinking about you are not the only one and should not have to be alone with these thoughts and feelings. I am here to offer you a safe place in which to explore and seek resolution to them.
23 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Natasha Tuletta-Bowman, PhDs, MA, MBA
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Solution Focused Brief & Couples Therapist
I offer compassionate support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, helping them find hope, develop coping strategies, and rebuild a sense of purpose. Together, we’ll work towards safety, healing, and emotional well-being.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
Suicidal
Semra Lamky, Emotional Peace Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), MACP, Bsc
I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space for individuals experiencing feelings of despair and hopelessness. My priority is to ensure safety while helping clients explore the underlying emotions and challenges contributing to these thoughts. Through empathetic support and evidence-based interventions, I work collaboratively to develop coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and foster hope, guiding clients toward healing, a renewed sense of purpose, and deeper connection.
3 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Kristen See
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Suicidal thoughts can be terrifying, overwhelming, and cause for concern. However, these thoughts can also be passive or existential in nature and represent a deeper desire for a change that isn't life-altering - maybe it's not about ending your life, it's about quitting your job or leaving your relationship. In session, you'll be given the opportunity to reflect and share your experiences. We will likely explore emotion regulation and distress tolerance strategies, in addition to healthy communication skills.
Note: police involvement is based on the client's safety. Unless the client is in immediate danger of harming themselves or others, authorities will not be contacted upon disclosure of suicidal thoughts alone.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Lindsay Becker
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, MST, C.C.C.
Experience with clients dealing with suicidal thoughts
4 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Tanya Beach
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP (Qualifying)
When life’s pain feels overwhelming and inescapable, it is understandable that suicidal thoughts would emerge as a response as it acts as a shield of sorts. From an emotionally focused perspective, I aim to gently explore and understand the deep emotional pain that gives rise to feelings of suicide which are often rooted in profound disconnection, emotional isolation, and a sense of hopelessness. In our work together, I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where you can express your emotions openly, without fear of judgment. At the same time, we carefully examine the emotional triggers behind these thoughts - such as feelings of rejection, worthlessness, or abandonment. We will work towards a greater self-awareness of your emotional needs and vulnerabilities through the therapeutic relationship. It can also be useful to use Internal Family Systems (IFS) as it offers a compassionate framework for addressing suicidal thoughts by exploring the various parts of ourselves that may be in conflict or distress. In IFS, these thoughts often represent a part that feels overwhelmed or hopeless. Instead of judging this part, IFS encourages us to approach it with curiosity and compassion to understand its intentions. This process can also lead us to reveal protective parts shielding us from unresolved trauma. By acknowledging and integrating these parts, we can begin to reduce internal tension and ultimately help to ease the suicidal thoughts. Book a free 15-minute consultation with me to see if I’m the right fit for you.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Ottawa, ON
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario
Suicidal
Beyond Talk Psychotherapy
Licensed Psychoanalyst, RP, CAT, CCC, ATPQ, ACNN
Suicidal thoughts can be characterized by thoughts and preoccupations with death and suicide. A CBT and Narrative approach will be used to explore your relationship with these thoughts. By externalizing these thoughts we will be able to explore and understand the narrative seperatly from your identity. By understanding you thoughts and behaviours we can also start the process of change.
4 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Suicidal thoughts can be very scary. Therapy is your space to make them less so. Let's understand where they are coming from and what you need for yourself.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Nathan Kretzschmar
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Suicidal thoughts can feel frightening, isolating, or exhausting to carry alone. Therapy can provide a compassionate and steady space to talk honestly about what you are experiencing while strengthening safety, support, coping, and reasons for living. My approach is collaborative, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping you get through intense moments with care and support.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal
Watras Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BSc
Suicidal thoughts can be scary, frustrating, and annoying, and can have a person feeling many different ways. Why our suicidal thoughts are occurring, whether they are intrusive or not, and how we understand and interact with them will impact treatment massively. when working with clients I aim to create a treatment protocol that is tailored to, and informed by, a client.
5 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Ottawa's identity as Canada's capital and a major hub for the federal public service creates a therapy landscape shaped by the particular stresses of government work — including bureaucratic frustration, political exposure, and the weight of careers lived in proximity to national policy decisions. The city's large bilingual population means both French- and English-speaking therapists are essential, with many practitioners offering services in both official languages. The Ottawa Hospital and Montfort Hospital provide institutional mental health resources alongside a private practice community serving the Glebe, Westboro, and Barrhaven areas. Ottawa's significant visible minority communities — including large Lebanese, Chinese, and Somali populations — drive growing demand for culturally affirming and multilingual therapists.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $171 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (92%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (72%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (69%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$171
Accept insurance
86%
Offer sliding scale
77%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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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
| 92% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 72% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 69% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 69% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 60% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 58% | Narrative Therapy |
| 52% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 75% | Teen |
| 67% | Senior |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 54% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Asian |