Suicidal Thoughts therapists in South Riverdale, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Suicidal Thoughts
Amanda Neves Therapy + Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Experiencing suicidal thoughts can feel frightening and isolating, but you do not have to face them alone. Our trauma-informed, somatic, and experiential approach provides a safe and supportive space to explore these feelings and the underlying factors contributing to them. Using Attachment-Focused Therapy, AEDP, and IFS, we help clients develop emotional regulation skills, coping strategies, and self-compassion. Key takeaways include learning how to manage intense emotions, identify triggers, strengthen support systems, and build a sense of safety and hope. Sessions are available in-person in Toronto and virtually across Ontario to ensure support is accessible wherever you are.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Suicidal Thoughts
Therapedia Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
At Therapedia Centre, we provide compassionate psychotherapy for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts in Toronto, North York, East York, and Yorkville. Our therapists offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to talk about emotional pain, hopelessness, or distressing thoughts. Using trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Crisis Intervention strategies, we help clients develop safety plans, strengthen coping skills, and rebuild a sense of hope and connection. Our goal is to ensure that every client feels heard, supported, and guided toward stability and healing. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or reach out to Talk Suicide Canada at 1-833-456-4566 for 24/7 crisis support.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
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.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Suicidal Thoughts
Joshua Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CT
Psychotherapy can often be beneficial for people who are experiencing chronic suicidal ideation and behavior. However, when individuals are at risk of suicide it is essential that they receive a higher level of care and weekly psychotherapy is not always sufficient on its own to protect those who are in crisis and adequately address risk. Once an individual is no longer in crisis, therapy to treat the underlying causes of suicidal ideation or behavior is typically recommended. The psychotherapy model considers hopelessness to be the strongest contributing factor to suicidal ideation, and a large part of crisis intervention and post crisis counseling aims to restore hope. An individual who continues in therapy once the point of crisis has passed will likely explore ways to resist urges to self-harm, address the factors that led to suicidal thoughts, and create a plan that includes coping strategies and methods to address suicidal thoughts in the event that they recur.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Suicidal Thoughts
Anthony De Lemos Kawka
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, know that you’re not alone. I provide a safe, compassionate space to explore your pain, build hope, and develop a personalized plan for safety and healing.
8 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts
Kylie Feller
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, CCC
If part of you is thinking about giving up, there’s another part of you that still hopes for something more.
Suicidal thoughts can feel heavy, isolating, and overwhelming—but they are often protective parts trying to escape deep pain. You are not alone in this. In our work together, we create a safe space to gently explore these thoughts without judgment. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), I help you connect with the parts of you that feel hopeless, as well as the parts that are still holding on. When we approach these inner voices with compassion and curiosity, healing becomes possible. You are not broken. There is help, and there is a path forward—even if it feels far away right now.
10 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts
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 South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts
Dr. Kim Edwards
Psychologist, C.Psych.
At MindFit, we provide support to individuals with thoughts about ending their life. Our goals are to help these individuals feel more connected, increase control over their lives, and aid in providing hope that things can improve. Cognitive-behavioural and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) techniques are utilized in MindFit programs which include behavioural activation, managing unhelpful thinking traps, mindfulness, distress tolerance techniques, emotion regulation strategies, interpersonal effectiveness skills, self-compassion, and identifying/working with goals and values. Support for parents/family members of individuals with suicidal thoughts is also offered.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Suicidal Thoughts
Collaborative Care Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
At Collaborative Care Therapy, we offer compassionate and confidential support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. Understanding the profound distress that can lead to such feelings, our therapists are highly trained in crisis intervention and suicide prevention techniques.
Our approach is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can openly discuss their feelings and thoughts. We focus on understanding the underlying issues contributing to suicidal ideation, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, or significant life stressors. By addressing these root causes, we aim to alleviate the intense emotional pain and hopelessness that often accompany suicidal thoughts.
Therapy may include cognitive-behavioral techniques to help change negative thought patterns, mindfulness practices to manage distress, and developing a personalized safety plan that includes coping strategies and support networks. Our goal is to empower clients, enhance their resilience, and restore hope, guiding them towards a more stable and fulfilling life.
At Collaborative Care Therapy, we are committed to supporting each client's journey back from the brink, reinforcing that they are not alone and that help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, we encourage you to reach out for professional help immediately.
11 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts
Devka Andotra
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
When struggling with suicidal thoughts, it can feel like the pain will never stop, that no one will understand you, or everyone will judge you. This is a very delicate and vulnerable experience that requires a compassionate and kind attention. I offer a non-judgmental, gentle space to explore your emotions, uncover underlying struggles, and develop coping tools to navigate moments of distress. Using a solution-focused, existential, and safety-oriented approach, we will work toward building hope, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.
5 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in South Riverdale, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in South Riverdale, 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) (91%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (70%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (69%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$171
Accept insurance
87%
Offer sliding scale
79%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 27% |
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
| 91% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 70% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 69% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 66% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 62% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 59% | Narrative Therapy |
| 54% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 73% | Teen |
| 67% | Senior |
| 34% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 54% | Men |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 40% | Asian |