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Everyone Wants to Prevent Suicide.
We Understand How.

Our 12-week therapy based suicide care program:

  • Pairs patients with an expert in suicide care for weekly, one-on-one telehealth sessions
  • Engages patients with a customized behavior change app
  • And, encourages patients to continue in their daily lives, attending school and work

Research shows this program dramatically reduces suicide risk.

We also provide supportive therapy for family and loved ones of patients experiencing suicidal thoughts. Click here to learn more.

Our suicide care-focused sessions and the companion app are a powerful combination that results in:

50%

Reduction in Suicide Attempts

70%

Reduction in Suicide Deaths

70%

Reduction in Suicide Risk in A Vita College Cohort

Scientifically-validated research shows the program is 80% more effective than treatment as usual.

Continue to learn more!

1. Jones, S.E. (2022). MMWR Supplements, (online] 71 (3). 2. Lipson SK, et al. Psychiatr Serv. 2021;72 (10):1126-1133 3. Brown GK, et al. JAMA. 2005;294 (5):563-570. 4. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (2022) [online). Available at: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/docs/data-sheets/2022/2022-National-Veteran-Suicide-Prevention-Annual-Report-FINAL-508.pdf. 5. CDC (2023). About Mental Health. [online] www.cdc.gov. Available at:

Expert ProvidersVita Providers Receive Unmatched Training & Support

Every suicide care provider at Vita receives:

  • Rigorous training, designed in partnership with leading researchers in suicide care.
  • Ongoing supervision, so they stay up-to-date on the latest best practices.
  • Bi-weekly support meetings with researchers who developed the program for help when they need it.

We’re truly experts in caring for patients who are experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm.

Teletherapy That Reduces RisksLearning & Practicing Skills

Our providers work one-on-one with patients to:

  • Create a personalized crisis response plan.
  • Understand experiences that led to seeking care.
  • Learn to regulate emotional responses.
  • Establish and maintain new life-protecting habits.
  • Identify harmful thoughts and replace them with more helpful ones.

This B-CBT-based program ensures that patients develop skills and incorporate them into their daily lives. Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors to improve mental health.

App-Supported Behavior ChangeIn the Palm of Your Hand

You can’t learn a new skill in just one session — building new habits takes time and daily practice.

As your providers introduces life-protecting skills, the app creates opportunities to practice and apply them.

Our individualized app includes:

  • Resources to handle crises that may arise.
  • Daily reminders to practice new skills.
  • Activities, including a personalized thought diary.
  • Learning videos.

The app provides a daily reminder that patients have a reason to live and the ability to build the life they want.

I can see now how my patterns of thinking contributed
to me wanting to die.

Vita Patient

I wish I could go find everyone struggling with suicidal thoughts and spread the word that there’s help and it works!

Vita Patient

You’ve saved my life.

Vita Patient

Suicide Care Alongside Current Treatment

We know patients that experience suicidal thoughts or self-harm might already be engaged with other treatment providers.

Our program can be completed as a stand alone program or in combination with your current care plans.

We regularly work with inpatient teams, psychiatrists, or other therapists to ensure our patients have a seamless, integrated experience.

Meet One of Our Providers

Jessica Richardson, LCSW

  • Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology
  • Master’s Degree in Social Work
  • Trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD (CPT)
  • Trained in Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (B-CBT)

In-Network & Self-Pay Options Available

In-Network 

We work with many major insurance plans. When you enter your insurance information during onboarding, you’ll see a list of plans we accept. Once submitted, we’ll verify your coverage and help match you with a provider who takes your plan. Some insurances may need a little extra time to confirm, but we’ll take care of that before your first appointment.

Self-Pay

If we don’t accept your insurance, we offer self pay options. Our goal is to connect you to the care you need. Click here to review some common insurance and billing FAQs.

Your insurance carrier may also provide information about your covered benefits.

You can also reach us directly at (844) 866-8336 between 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST.