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296 | Responding to Suicidal Statements in CCPT Sessions
In this episode, I respond to powerful questions from Angelica and Mikayla about how to approach suicidal statements made by children in CCPT sessions. These statements—like "I want to die" or "I wish I was never born"—can be deeply unsettling. But they don't always mean what they seem. I walk through how to interpret these expressions through a child-centered lens and how to respond while remaining fully adherent to the model.
I explain the difference between a child expressing emotional overwhelm versus having intent to harm themselves, and why reflecting feelings and content—rather than…
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