Suicidal Ideation Therapists
Having thoughts of suicide can feel isolating and frightening. Therapists on First Session can provide compassionate, professional support to help you through this difficult time.
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Anh Duffy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON, AB, SK, MB, NL, NU, YT, and NT.
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Anh Duffy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), BIPOC, Anxiety, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment trauma, Body Dysmorphia, Children/Teens, Cultural Challenges, Depression, Family Conflict, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Intergenerational trauma, LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, Perfectionism, Problematic video gaming, Racism, Relationships, Social anxiety, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Trauma, Women's Health
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), BIPOC, Anxiety, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment trauma, Body Dysmorphia, Children/Teens, Cultural Challenges, Depression, Family Conflict, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Intergenerational trauma, LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, Perfectionism, Problematic video gaming, Racism, Relationships, Social anxiety, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Trauma, Women's Health
Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nunavut, Yukon, Northwest Territories
Sonia Stewart
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in AB, BC, MB, NL, SK, YT, NT, and NU.
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Sonia Stewart
Registered Clinical Counsellor
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety, People pleasing, Navigating challenging relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Women's Health, Suicidal ideation, Stress, ADHD, Attachment trauma, BIPOC, Dating challenges, Depression, Family Conflict, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Perfectionism, Relationship anxiety, Trauma, Work-Life Balance, Men's issues, Burnout
Anxiety, People pleasing, Navigating challenging relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Women's Health, Suicidal ideation, Stress, ADHD, Attachment trauma, BIPOC, Dating challenges, Depression, Family Conflict, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Perfectionism, Relationship anxiety, Trauma, Work-Life Balance, Men's issues, Burnout
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Corey Lesperance
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Corey Lesperance
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Offers Free Consultation
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Behavioural Issues, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Christian counselling, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Depression, Dissociation, Dreams, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Grief and Loss, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Trauma, Suicidal ideation, Substance Use, Shadow Work, PTSD
Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Behavioural Issues, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Christian counselling, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Depression, Dissociation, Dreams, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Grief and Loss, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Trauma, Suicidal ideation, Substance Use, Shadow Work, PTSD
Ontario
Khysandra Lee
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Khysandra Lee
Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
Anger, Anxiety, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Depression, Eating disorders, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Self harm, Social anxiety, Suicidal ideation, Trauma, Women's Health
Anger, Anxiety, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Depression, Eating disorders, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Self harm, Social anxiety, Suicidal ideation, Trauma, Women's Health
Ontario
Kate Newby
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in AB, BC, MB, and SK.
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Kate Newby
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Life transitions, Navigating challenging relationships, LGBTQ2IA+, Sexuality and gender issues, Dissociation, Nervous system regulation, Emotional regulation, Trauma processing, Attachment wounds, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Suicidal ideation, Familial and social relationships, Break-up recovery, Bullying, People pleasing, Boundaries and boundary setting, School challenges, Chronic and acute illness, Aging, Caregivers, Mind-body connection, Meaning and purpose, Self-esteem, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Life transitions, Navigating challenging relationships, LGBTQ2IA+, Sexuality and gender issues, Dissociation, Nervous system regulation, Emotional regulation, Trauma processing, Attachment wounds, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Suicidal ideation, Familial and social relationships, Break-up recovery, Bullying, People pleasing, Boundaries and boundary setting, School challenges, Chronic and acute illness, Aging, Caregivers, Mind-body connection, Meaning and purpose, Self-esteem, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Jennifer Henderson
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON and BC.
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Jennifer Henderson
Registered Social Worker
They/She
Offers Free Consultation
LGBTQ2IA+, Trauma processing, Emotional regulation, Trauma, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Coming out and identity, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation, Familial and social relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, Nervous system regulation, Neurodiversity, People pleasing, PTSD, Self Destructive Behaviour, Sexuality and gender issues, Suicidal ideation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Grief and Loss
LGBTQ2IA+, Trauma processing, Emotional regulation, Trauma, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Coming out and identity, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation, Familial and social relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, Nervous system regulation, Neurodiversity, People pleasing, PTSD, Self Destructive Behaviour, Sexuality and gender issues, Suicidal ideation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Grief and Loss
Ontario, British Columbia
Kelly Budenz
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Kelly Budenz
Registered Social Worker
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Anger Management, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Assertiveness, Children/Teens, Caregivers, Empowerment, Emotional regulation, Mindfulness, School challenges, Self harm, Suicidal ideation, Stress, General Mental Health, Parenting
Anxiety, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Anger Management, Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Assertiveness, Children/Teens, Caregivers, Empowerment, Emotional regulation, Mindfulness, School challenges, Self harm, Suicidal ideation, Stress, General Mental Health, Parenting
Ontario
Katie Harry
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Virtual Sessions in AB.
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Katie Harry
Registered Provisional Psychologist
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety, Stress, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attention and Impulsivity, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Life transitions, Parental divorce, PTSD, Self harm, Suicidal ideation, Workplace stress, Family Conflict, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety, Stress, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attention and Impulsivity, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Dating challenges, Depression, Emotional regulation, Life transitions, Parental divorce, PTSD, Self harm, Suicidal ideation, Workplace stress, Family Conflict, Identity and Self-Exploration
Alberta
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What is therapy for suicidal ideation?
Therapy for suicidal ideation provides support for people experiencing thoughts of ending their life. A therapist creates a safe, non-judgmental space to explore these thoughts, understand what's contributing to them, and develop coping strategies. The goal is to help you feel more stable, supported, and connected to reasons for living.
Who might benefit from this type of support?
Anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide—whether fleeting or persistent—may benefit from speaking with a therapist. You don't need to be in crisis to reach out. Early support can help you develop coping skills and address underlying concerns before thoughts intensify. If you're in immediate danger, please contact emergency services or a crisis line.
What's it like to talk about suicidal thoughts in therapy?
Talking about suicidal thoughts can feel difficult, but therapists who work in this area are trained to respond with compassion and without judgment. Sessions focus on understanding your experience, building safety strategies, exploring contributing factors, and developing hope. You set the pace, and your therapist will support you through the process.
How long does this type of therapy typically take?
The duration varies based on your individual needs and circumstances. Some people find relief through short-term, focused support, while others benefit from longer-term therapy to address underlying concerns. Your therapist will work with you to create a plan that feels manageable and supportive.
How do I know if a therapist is right for me?
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is important, especially when discussing something so personal. On First Session, you can watch intro videos to get a sense of each therapist's warmth and approach. Look for someone who seems compassionate, non-judgmental, and experienced in supporting people through difficult times.
How do I book a session?
Browse therapists on First Session who work with suicidal ideation. Watch their intro videos to find someone who feels right, then book through the platform. If you need support before your appointment, crisis lines are available 24/7. In Canada, you can call 988 for the Suicide Crisis Helpline or text HOME to 686868 for Crisis Text Line.