Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Norfolk, VA
Browse Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Norfolk, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Suicidal
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings of hopelessness. Our recommended therapists offer a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to explore difficult emotions, develop coping strategies, and build a plan for safety and stability. Therapy focuses on restoring hope, strengthening support systems, and helping clients move toward healing and resilience.
Recommended therapists: Shannah James, Yamilet Cardenas, Lea Harkless, Claire Tran, Jessica Holesko, Ebone Brogdon
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23517
Online in Norfolk, VA
Suicidal
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services offers compassionate, safety‑focused support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, providing a non‑judgmental space to explore pain, build coping skills, and strengthen protective factors. We work collaboratively to promote stability, connection, and hope.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23510
Online in Norfolk, VA
Suicidal
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 Norfolk, VA
Suicidal
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 Norfolk, VA (Online Only)
Suicidal
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 Norfolk, VA
Norfolk is home to Naval Station Norfolk — the world's largest naval base — and sits at the center of the Hampton Roads military metro, with a therapy community substantially defined by the needs of active-duty service members, veterans, and military families navigating deployment stress, PTSD, and the challenges of military life. The city's large African American population and history of racial inequity create consistent demand for culturally affirming therapists who work with racial trauma, community resilience, and intergenerational family dynamics. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and the Hampton VA Medical Center provide major institutional mental health anchors for the region. Old Dominion University, which absorbed Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2024, maintains clinical training programs that feed practitioners into the broader Norfolk therapy community.
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Norfolk, VA Statistics
Suicidal Thoughts therapists in Norfolk, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $217 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (86%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (50%), and Behavioral Therapy (48%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Accept insurance
52%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 83% |
In Person and Online |
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| 17% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 86% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 48% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Teen |
| 48% | Senior |
| 40% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 43% | Christian |
| 38% | Black / African American |