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My wish for the world is that everyone who is in crisis can have someone in person to talk with them and help them create a safety plan- but I understand that isn’t reality. So in this video I’m going to walk you through the steps for creating a safety plan. We’re going to figure out some resources you can use if you’re having a crisis.
And this is important because when we’re super emotional, we don’t think very clearly. It’s really hard to remember the people who love us or the things that make us feel better. So we’re going to write this down so that you can remember it if you need it.
Nutshell
OK, but first, if you’re having thoughts of suicide, you’re not alone, many people have a suicidal thought at some point in their lifes. And it’s not a sign of weakness or a sign that you’re crazy. It’s probably that your pain has become greater than your resources to cope, so let’s add in some resources for you ok?
You might think that you have no options left, and suicide is the only way to escape, but that’s not true. Depression is a liar, and there are so many options, probably many that you don’t even know about, that can help you.
People do get through this, even when they're feeling as bad as you do now. It can get better. But we’ve gotta get through this moment to be able to learn the stuff that’s going to help you in the long run.
A safety plan is a structured plan that helps someone manage suicidal thoughts and stay safe during a crisis. It includes warning signs, coping strategies, and support contacts. Let’s work through this together. You can do this yourself with the Free App- Suicide Safety Plan it’s anonymous. Or you can print out this document:
https://therapyinanutshell.com/crisis-safety-plan/
Depression, suicide thoughts, suicide prevention
00:00 Intro
00:37 A Crisis Safety Plan
01:45 Personal Safety Plan
Feel free to check out the transcript below:
https://therapyinanutshell.com/crisis-safety-plan/
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Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.
In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.
And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe
If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 988 or your local emergency services.
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Learn the skills to Regulate your Emotions, join the membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership
My wish for the world is that everyone who is in crisis can have someone in person to talk with them and help them create a safety plan- but I understand that isn’t reality. So in this video I’m going to walk you through the steps for creating a safety plan. We’re going to figure out some resources you can use if you’re having a crisis.
And this is important because when we’re super emotional, we don’t think very clearly. It’s really hard to remember the people who love us or the things that make us feel better. So we’re going to write this down so that you can remember it if you need it.
Nutshell
OK, but first, if you’re having thoughts of suicide, you’re not alone, many people have a suicidal thought at some point in their lifes. And it’s not a sign of weakness or a sign that you’re crazy. It’s probably that your pain has become greater than your resources to cope, so let’s add in some resources for you ok?
You might think that you have no options left, and suicide is the only way to escape, but that’s not true. Depression is a liar, and there are so many options, probably many that you don’t even know about, that can help you.
People do get through this, even when they're feeling as bad as you do now. It can get better. But we’ve gotta get through this moment to be able to learn the stuff that’s going to help you in the long run.
A safety plan is a structured plan that helps someone manage suicidal thoughts and stay safe during a crisis. It includes warning signs, coping strategies, and support contacts. Let’s work through this together. You can do this yourself with the Free App- Suicide Safety Plan it’s anonymous. Or you can print out this document:
https://therapyinanutshell.com/crisis-safety-plan/
Depression, suicide thoughts, suicide prevention
00:00 Intro
00:37 A Crisis Safety Plan
01:45 Personal Safety Plan
Feel free to check out the transcript below:
https://therapyinanutshell.com/crisis-safety-plan/
Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell
FREE Mental Health Resources: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources
Check out my podcast, Therapy in a Nutshell: https://tinpodcast.podbean.com/
Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.
In therapy I use a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, positive psychology, and a bio-psycho-social approach to treating mental illness and other challenges we all face in life. The ideas from my videos are frequently adapted from multiple sources. Many of them come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, especially the work of Steven Hayes, Jason Luoma, and Russ Harris. The sections on stress and the mind-body connection derive from the work of Stephen Porges (the Polyvagal theory), Peter Levine (Somatic Experiencing) Francine Shapiro (EMDR), and Bessel Van Der Kolk. I also rely heavily on the work of the Arbinger institute for my overall understanding of our ability to choose our life's direction.
And deeper than all of that, the Gospel of Jesus Christ orients my personal worldview and sense of security, peace, hope, and love https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/believe
If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or 988 or your local emergency services.
Copyright Therapy in a Nutshell, LLC