Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Christiansburg, VA
Browse Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Christiansburg, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Karen Erikson, PhD, Durham DBT, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Using evidence-based principles from DBT and CBT, I focus on immediate safety planning, building robust distress tolerance skills, and uncovering alternative ways to navigate negative emotions.
16 Years Experience
Online in Christiansburg, VA
Andrea Miller
Counselor/Therapist, NCC
As a therapist, employing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address suicidal thoughts is a deeply empathetic and structured journey. Through a combination of validation, skill-building, and creating a safety plan, I collaborate closely with individuals to help them cope with intense emotions and develop healthier ways of navigating distress. The DBT framework provides a lifeline, offering tangible tools and strategies that empower clients to build resilience, find hope, and ultimately move beyond the shadows of suicidal ideation towards a more stable and fulfilling life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Christiansburg, VA
Kristee Barker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S
I work with clients who experience chronic or recurring suicidal thoughts, especially when those thoughts are tied to trauma, shame, overwhelm, or parts of you that feel exhausted from carrying so much for so long. Using IFS, DBT, and other trauma‑informed approaches, I help you understand the protective parts of you that use suicidal thinking to cope, and we build safer, more sustainable ways to manage distress. My style is gentle and directive — focused on grounding, emotional regulation, and helping you create distance from the thoughts that feel urgent or consuming. Together, we work to strengthen the parts of you that want to live, heal, and feel connected again.
13 Years Experience
Online in Christiansburg, VA (Online Only)
Dina Hijazi
Psychologist, PhD, CSAT
If you're struggling with thoughts of suicide, you're not alone—and your pain is valid. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can talk openly about what you're feeling and begin to understand the emotional weight you're carrying. Using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, we work to reduce immediate risk while exploring underlying issues such as depression, hopelessness, or past trauma. Together, we’ll develop coping tools, safety plans, and a path toward stability, support, and renewed hope. Help is here—you don’t have to face this alone.
35 Years Experience
Online in Christiansburg, VA
John Perry
Counselor/Therapist, Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC
In addressing suicidal ideation during therapy sessions, I integrate acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help clients explore their thoughts and emotions surrounding suicide, encouraging them to accept these feelings while committing to life-affirming actions. Through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I collaborate with individuals to identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors contributing to their suicidal ideation, fostering a sense of hope and empowerment in their ability to cope with distress. Additionally, I incorporate culturally sensitive, person-centered, and relational approaches to honor each client's cultural background and interpersonal relationships, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to address their suicidal thoughts.
4 Years Experience
Online in Christiansburg, VA
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Christiansburg, VA Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Christiansburg, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (53%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (47%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
53%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 81% |
In Person and Online |
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| 19% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 47% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Teen |
| 49% | Senior |
| 40% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 40% | Christian |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |