I am a psych nurse at an outpatient clinic. Sometimes people do not understand that a mental health crisis is just as important as a physical health crisis.
If she had a heart attack in front of you, you would not hesitate to call 911. Being suicidal can be just as deadly as a heart attack. You must always report it! When you see her again, let her know that anything said can remain confidential, unless doing so will interfere with keeping her or someone else safe.
As for you crying, again, if she had a heart attack in front of you, you would be upset and crying after sending her to the ER. It is natural after intervening in a mental health crisis as well. You definitely did the right thing-whether she is willing to accept it or not! And you may be surprised, after she is feeling better, she may understand that you did what you had to do!
If she had a heart attack in front of you, you would not hesitate to call 911. Being suicidal can be just as deadly as a heart attack. You must always report it! When you see her again, let her know that anything said can remain confidential, unless doing so will interfere with keeping her or someone else safe.
As for you crying, again, if she had a heart attack in front of you, you would be upset and crying after sending her to the ER. It is natural after intervening in a mental health crisis as well. You definitely did the right thing-whether she is willing to accept it or not! And you may be surprised, after she is feeling better, she may understand that you did what you had to do!