Before the Crisis: Recognizing the Causes of Teen Suicide and Precursors to Suicidal Ideation

Having a teen who is struggling with their mental health and with suicidal ideation can leave parents feeling extremely worried and lost. This episode will explore effective strategies for engaging teens in therapy conversations, making informed decisions when choosing an outpatient therapist, and the crucial role of active parental involvement in the therapeutic process. We will also address understanding and managing suicidal ideation, emphasize the hopeful possibilities for recovery, and guide on seeking additional support if needed. If your teen is facing a mental health crisis, OASIS Ascent offers a compassionate, structured environment to help them stabilize and begin their path to healing.In this episode, therapist Tiffany Herlin, LCSW, along with Clinical Directors and therapists Allison Jenkins, LCSW, and Reggie Wilson, LCSW, from OASIS Ascent, will discuss:Engaging Teens in Therapy Conversations: Strategies for including teens in discussions about consequences and therapy, ensuring they feel heard and included in decision-making.Choosing the Right Outpatient Therapist: Key considerations for parents when selecting a therapist, include expertise in specific therapeutic approaches and the importance of family involvement.Active Parental Involvement in Therapy: The necessity of parents being actively involved in their child's therapy, and how to balance confidentiality with staying informed about the therapeutic process.Understanding Suicidal Ideation: The difference between suicidal thoughts and a genuine desire to die, and the importance of creating a supportive environment for open communication.Hope and Recovery: Emphasizing that healing is possible, even with trauma or severe challenges, and what steps to take if therapy alone isn't improving the situation, including exploring residential treatment options at OASIS Ascent.If you are a parent of a teen who is experiencing a mental health crisis, we are here to help. OASIS Ascent provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where teens can stabilize and begin their journey toward healing. With a team of experienced therapists and clinical staff, we offer individualized care designed to address the unique needs of each teen. To learn more about how you can help your child, call us at 855-701-2721