Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Knoxville, TN
Browse Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Knoxville, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Maria Elena Lara, Ph.D. LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I utilize the latest research-backed information and therapy techniques to assist adolescents and adults with the challenges experienced with suicidal thoughts, including but not limited to behavior rehearsal, cognitive reframing, coping strategies, assertiveness, communications skills, crisis resolution, emotional containment, homework, interpersonal skills, problem solving, stress reduction, and recommended reading, all within a cognitive-behavioral therapeutic framework
26 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
Sara Deese
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MCAP, LMHC-QS
If you're struggling with thoughts of not wanting to be here or feeling like things will never get better, please know—you're not alone, and there is help. Suicidal thoughts often come from a place of deep pain, exhaustion, or feeling stuck, not from weakness. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to talk openly about what you’re going through and to begin building hope, safety, and support. Together, we’ll work toward understanding the pain beneath the thoughts and finding ways to reconnect with meaning, purpose, and life again—one step at a time
15 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
Haven Psychology Group
Psychologist
Suicidal thoughts can range from feeling exhausted by life to experiencing more persistent or urgent thoughts of death or self-harm. Our psychologists are experienced in working with clients who need thoughtful assessment, collaborative safety planning, emotion-regulation support, and evidence-based treatment addressing the problems contributing to suicidal thinking.
3 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
Becca Edwards
Therapist, LMSW, Ed.S., M.ed
Experiencing thoughts of suicide can feel frightening, isolating, and overwhelming. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to talk honestly about what you’re experiencing and work collaboratively toward safety, connection, and support. When needed, I incorporate safety planning and coordination with additional supports to help you through periods of crisis.
4 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
LAH Therapy Services
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT, CAS, EMDR-2
I have done specialized training to work with clients who are/have been having suicidal thoughts. There are patterns to address and safety patterns to implement.
37 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee — the state's flagship research university — and serves as the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains and Appalachian outdoor recreation culture, giving it a distinctive blend of college-town energy and Appalachian heritage that shapes its therapy community. The city's growing healthcare sector, anchored by UT Medical Center and Covenant Health, provides institutional mental health resources and supplies clinical training to the local community. Knoxville's working-class Appalachian communities carry distinct cultural attitudes toward help-seeking — including strong value on self-reliance and community support — that therapists must navigate with cultural sensitivity. The University of Tennessee's psychology programs, combined with the city's proximity to Appalachian communities experiencing opioid-related crisis, mean addiction recovery and co-occurring trauma are among the most active areas in Knoxville's local therapy landscape.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Knoxville, TN Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Knoxville, TN average 16 years of experience and charge around $217 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 79% |
In Person and Online |
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| 21% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 45% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 82% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 48% | Senior |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |
| 36% | Christian |