Your Teen is in Crisis — And So Are You: Supporting Parents of Suicidal or Self-Harming Teens

When your teenager is struggling with suicidal thoughts, self-harming behaviors, or intense emotional distress, your entire world can feel like it’s collapsing. You’re scared. You’re exhausted. You might feel completely alone—even when you’re partnered. As a therapist who’s worked with teens in crisis and the parents who love them, I want you to know this: your pain is valid, and you deserve support too.