Self-Harm & Suicide
Struggling with Suicide and/or self-harm is not something you should go through alone. We will work with you to understand what is going on for you and work toward your goals.
WHY Talk to someone about Suicide and/or Self-harm?
You are not alone in this
Suicide and self-harm are really difficult things to talk about. There is a lot of stigma and judgment, fear and shame. Staying stuck in these difficult emotions and in the pain that comes with this is consuming.
Having a space where you can work towards understanding your suicidality or self-harm more deeply and talk about it more openly takes practice and patiences. But this process can help to make you feel less lonely and more capable.
We approach each persons suicidality and self-harm as unique and while we do use evidenced based approaches like CAMS and DBT, your sessions will be unique and guided by your suicide and/or self-harm drivers.
The support you need
Working towards your goals.
We talk to a lot of people who are suicidal, or self-harming. We will create space for you and your goals, and your unique experience. Everyone is lead to suicide and self-harm by different things and we want to understand you. We will help you find the words to describe your experience, and the skills necessary to make change.
We know the experiencing suicidal thoughts is both distressing and sometimes comforting. We will meet you where you are at and help you get to where you want to go.
“Sometimes it’s because I feel so awful, or ashamed, and I need to make physical what I feel,” he began, and glanced at me before looking down again. “And sometimes it’s because I feel so many things and I need to feel nothing at all — it helps clear them away. And sometimes it’s because I feel happy, and I have to remind myself that I shouldn’t.”
– A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
How Therapy Works
Understanding what you are walking into.
Evidence-Based Approaches
We use proven techniques like CAMS and DBT to better understand what is happening for you and to help you manage more effectively. Every intervention we suggest and teach is backed by science.
Tailored Sessions
Each persons goals are different. We will support in an abstinent or harm-reduction based approach. The suggestions or skills we discuss will be specific to your needs and your life.
In-Person or Online
Attend therapy in the comfort of your home through secure virtual sessions or meet in person at our Cambridge office.
Learn new vocabulary
We don’t talk about suicide and self-harm very openly and because of this we often struggle to find the words to describe our experience.
Increased confidence
You will become more confident in your ability to navigate the intensity of your emotions.
Support
We will help you navigate these difficult issues with the people in your life (if you want).
Ready to Start Healing Together?