Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan SK, Canada CA
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Suicidal Thoughts
Teo Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC, RPq
Experiencing suicidal thoughts can feel isolating and overwhelming, but reaching out for support is a powerful step toward healing. I specialize in suicidal thoughts therapy, offering a compassionate and non-judgmental space to help individuals navigate these difficult emotions. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and crisis intervention techniques, I work with clients to understand the underlying causes of their thoughts, develop coping strategies, and find hope for the future. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation, I am here to offer support, safety, and guidance toward emotional recovery.
6 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan (Online Only)
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
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan
Suicidal Thoughts
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 Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan (Online Only)
Suicidal Thoughts
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 Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan
Suicidal Thoughts
Kelly Byrne
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional overwhelm. Therapy focuses on safety, understanding distress, and building coping strategies and support to reduce isolation and risk.
1 Years Experience
Online in Saskatoon, SK Saskatchewan
Saskatoon is Saskatchewan's largest city and an emerging hub for agriculture technology, mining, and biotechnology — sectors that shape an occupational therapy landscape distinct from more diversified Canadian metros. The city has a significant Indigenous population, with First Nations and Métis residents comprising a larger proportion of urban residents than in most Canadian cities outside Winnipeg, and therapists offering trauma-informed, culturally grounded care — including work on intergenerational trauma from residential schools — are an especially important part of the local mental health landscape. Saskatchewan Health Authority provides public mental health services, while the University of Saskatchewan's psychology programs supply clinical training to the local community. Saskatoon's cold winters and geographic isolation contribute to seasonal mood challenges that therapists here address as a recurring clinical priority.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $151 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (74%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (70%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$151
Accept insurance
70%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 21% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 74% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 70% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 65% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 65% | Narrative Therapy |
| 65% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 61% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 96% | Young Adult |
| 91% | Teen |
| 78% | Senior |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 74% | Women |
| 65% | LGBTQ+ |
| 65% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 57% | Men |
| 48% | Asian |