Professional Therapy for Thoughts of Self-Harm
You Are Not Alone
If you're struggling with self-harm or suicidal thoughts, there is hope, and help is available. No matter where you are in your mental health journey, we're here to walk alongside you, helping you develop healthy coping mechanisms in a safe, supportive environment.
Overwhelming thoughts of self-harm do not resolve on their own, making it especially important to connect with a mental health professional as soon as possible. Connect with us today, and together, we'll focus on your healing and building a strong emotional foundation that will help you lead a happy and fulfilled life.
Understanding Suicidal Thoughts
Self-harming behaviors and suicidal thoughts often stem from unresolved trauma, intense emotional pain, or an underlying mental health condition, such as PTSD. Knowing the signs to watch out for can help you or a loved one seek the care needed to control these thoughts or behaviors. Common warning signs include:
- A history of trauma
- Past abuse or neglect
- Struggles with mental health conditions
- Intense emotional despair
- Unrelenting feelings of worthlessness
- Difficulty coping with stress
Whether you're experiencing any of these symptoms or are having thoughts of hurting yourself, please reach out today. Seeking help is brave and is crucial when it comes to getting you out of harm's way.
Available Therapy Options for Suicidal Thoughts
Our mental health clinic in San Diego specializes in treating thoughts of self-harm. Our proven treatment approaches have helped countless people manage self-harming behaviors and happy, healthy lives—and we can help you, too.
While everyone's journey to recovery looks different, here are a few types of talk therapies we frequently use to address thoughts of self-harm.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT helps develop emotional regulation strategies that can prevent harmful behaviors, making it especially beneficial for those struggling with suicidal ideation.
Mindfulness techniques may also be utilized during DBT to help manage situations that feel overwhelming or out of your control. By strengthening communication skills and gaining the practical tools needed to navigate emotional challenges, DBT can help you build a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT can help reduce suicidal ideation by addressing the root cause of emotional distress. That's accomplished by first learning how to identify negative thoughts. From there, you'll learn how to address those thoughts, stopping them from taking over. CBT will also help you develop coping mechanisms that work for your lifestyle and stressors. You'll also learn practical emotional regulation techniques that keep you in control.
Individual and Group Therapy
Depending on your comfort level and the severity of your condition, combining individual and group therapy could enhance your recovery journey.
Individual therapy is a private, one-on-one session where you can freely explore your emotions, identify the triggers that contribute to thoughts of self-harm, and set recovery goals, all while guided by a licensed therapist.
Group therapy, on the other hand, offers peer support and can help you connect with others who are working through similar mental health conditions. Fostering a sense of belonging and community support can greatly enhance your long-term recovery.
Why Healthy U?
When you turn to our mental health clinic in San Diego for support, you'll get:
- Access to devoted licensed therapists who specialize in self-harm and suicide prevention
- A compassionate, judgment-free environment that fosters healing
- Comprehensive, evidence-based treatments that focus on long-term recovery
- A range of therapy options to ensure you're receiving quality care in ways that best work for you
Connect with us to take the first step toward recovery and lasting emotional health.
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Treatment Programs
With separate programs for mental health challenges and substance use disorders, you’ll receive the specific care you need to recover.
The first step is a complete, personalized assessment to determine the best approach for U going forward.
In-Network With Major Insurance Providers
Out-of-pocket payment plans (with prompt-pay discounts), HMO, PPO—in an effort to help as many people as possible, we accept many plans and providers.
By choosing an in-network provider like Healthy U, you’ll get more affordable care versus an out-of-network provider.
Out of Network: Kaiser – Single Case Agreements can be arranged
Helpful Information
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Take the first step toward mental health or substance use recovery. Healthy U will be with you the rest of the way.
