If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in immediate danger, please call 911 or contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. Help is available 24/7.

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Counseling for Suicidal Thoughts in North Dakota

You are not alone. You are not a burden. There is hope.

If you’re struggling with thoughts of suicide, we want you to know this: your pain matters, and there is help available. At River Haven Counseling, we offer compassionate, professional therapy for individuals in North Dakota experiencing suicidal thoughts, hopelessness, or emotional overwhelm. Whether you’re in crisis now or have felt stuck for a long time, our licensed therapists are here to support you—with honesty, care, and a path forward.

We provide in-person counseling at our Fargo, ND office and secure online therapy to individuals across the entire state of North Dakota, including Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, Williston, and rural communities.

When You’re Struggling With Suicidal Thoughts

‍Suicidal ideation doesn’t always mean you want to die—it often means you’re overwhelmed and don’t see a way out. We understand that reaching out can feel scary or even pointless when you’re in that headspace. But you don’t have to do this alone.

Our work focuses on:

• Reducing emotional pain and overwhelm
• Exploring the root causes of suicidal thoughts
• Identifying protective factors and building safety plans
• Offering tools for emotional regulation, connection, and hope

What Counseling for Suicidal Thoughts Looks Like

‍At River Haven Counseling, we use evidence-based approaches that have helped thousands of people move through suicidal thinking and build lives they want to stay in:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identify negative thinking patterns, challenge hopelessness, and shift toward more balanced thinking
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Learn distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and relationship tools
• Safety Planning and Support – Create a collaborative, realistic plan to keep you safe during moments of crisis
• Compassionate Presence – Sometimes the most powerful thing we can offer is someone to talk to who really listens

Why Choose River Haven Counseling

• Licensed therapists experienced in suicide prevention and crisis care
• A judgment-free environment where you can talk openly about suicidal thoughts
• Care that fits your life — available in Fargo or through virtual therapy anywhere in North Dakota
• A deeply supportive, human approach that centers your story—not just your symptoms

You Don’t Have to Be “Worse” to Deserve Help

‍You don’t need to be at rock bottom to talk to someone. If you’re thinking about suicide, or if life feels too hard to handle, therapy can give you space to feel seen, explore your emotions, and start healing at your own pace.

We’re Here for North Dakotans‍

River Haven Counseling proudly serves individuals throughout North Dakota with compassionate therapy for suicidal thoughts, depression, trauma, and emotional pain. From Fargo to Dickinson, from Jamestown to Devils Lake—you’re not alone.

Take One Step Today‍

If you’re ready for support, even if you’re not sure what comes next, we’re ready to meet you where you are. You’ve already done something brave by reading this far.

Call 701.566.0204 or visit riverhavenfargo.com to schedule your first appointment.
You don’t have to keep carrying this by yourself. Let us walk with you.

In Crisis?
Call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room. You're not alone—and help is here now.

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