Suicidal Thoughts
Marriage and Family Therapist, EdD; EdS; MA; MA; LCMFT#0404011018; BCCLC#0131
My therapeutic approach in dealing with suicide ideation/thoughts is based on using Cognitive Behavior Therapist (CBT) coupled with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). At the core, using CBT I combine myriad treatment and techniques that all share a common principle that thoughts, rather than external circumstances, cause feelings and behaviors. As such, I make the assumption that client manifestations of client feelings and behaviors originate from client cognitions, individual self-talk, attitudes, value systems and expectations.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fern Park, FL
Online in Fern Park, Florida
Suicidal Thoughts
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC, PSYPACT - Licensed Psychologist
We have worked with suicidal thoughts closely. When a patient is experiencing this, we first focus on safety. After this is established, we work closely on what are the root causes and closely curate a plan to move forward that honors your needs.
13 Years Experience
Online in Fern Park, Florida
Suicidal Thoughts
Psychologist, PhD, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) was one of the first therapies to treat highly suicidal individuals on an outpatient basis. Because DBT considers suicide as the solution, not the actual problem itself, DBT therapists are focused on identifying the actual problems in order to assist with different, tangible solutions. Not only that, but DBT therapists are able to speak frankly about death instead of tiptoeing around it, treating patients with respect rather than patronizing with whispery tones and “concerned” looks. Within DBT, no person is treated as “fragile” and though the situation may be serious, we don’t take ourselves too seriously.
10 Years Experience
Online in Fern Park, Florida