We discuss the cognitive-behavioral therapeutic approach to reducing emotional pain, increasing hope and preventing suicide.  

BIO: Dr. Kathryn Gordon is a licensed clinical psychologist who practices in North Dakota. Before becoming a full-time therapist, she was a professor for 10 years. Katie has published over 90 book chapters and journal articles on suicidal behavior, disordered eating, and other mental health topics. She is currently writing The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook: CBT Skills to Reduce Emotional Pain, Increase Hope, and Prevent Suicide, which will be published in 2021. Katie used to co-host Jedi Counsel Podcast and currently co-hosts Psychodrama Podcast, where two psychologists talk about clinical practice, science, and societal controversies. She writes about suicide and other mental health issues on her website and for Psychology Today. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram.