Therapists in Alaska

I work with individuals across the life span who are struggling with a wide array of difficulties. From adults dealing with anxiety and depression, to kids and teens struggling with low self esteem and experiences of trauma, I partner with clients on their individual path to healing and wholeness. I am passionate about creating an inclusive space for all, and connecting with clients in a way that allows for an authentic and meaningful relationship.

My goal is to support individuals looking to explore their relationship with substances, treat trauma and disordered eating, identify ways to manage depression and anxiety, guide individuals through life transitions, and to support an individuals unique recovery process. As a person with lived experience, I offer a unique perspective in the therapeutic relationship that normalizes experiencing life challenges as well as life successes. I am a proponent for mindfulness, pranayama, and spirituality on the healing journey and I hold those approaches while also advocating for self-defined recovery.

Medical challenges present many problems--sleep deprivation, implementing nutritional requirements, and family members unable to understand your medical challenges and pain. I offer several forms of therapy, based on preference. I have developed protocols based on a decade of research to help you manage your anxiety, depression, pain perception, and sleep and nutritional behaviors. Protocols help with medically-induced PTSD. Critical thinking protocols help make medical decisions when you are feeling overwhelmed but must choose from more than one recommendation. The shared practice model offers multiple skill sets.

Hello! My name is Patty Quinn and I have a passion for working with young children and families and helping them realize their full potential. I strongly believe that parents know their children best and I appreciate my role as a guide in supporting families and children realize their full capacities. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral challenges, and Attachment issues. I've been privileged to see the impact play therapy can have on a child as well as the entire family system.

I come from a diverse background in education, personal experience, and training. I fully believe in treating the whole person in order to address the presenting problem. My approach comes from such therapy styles to include CBT, DBT, Rogerian, EMDR, ACT, CCPT, Filial therapy, and the work of Gottman. I try to meet each client where they are when we start our work together and believe the client is the expert on themselves. I hope to be able to offer insight, education, and intervention to all clients and am continually seeking new research and training to add to my repertoire.

I’ve spent many years working with clients who have, at times, felt overworked and overwhelmed by life’s expectations. If you have ever found yourself struggling with important roles at work, at home, and in your community, I am here to guide you and assist in learning to balance it all while staying healthy and happy.

I am a LMFT Supervisor & a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I work with children (1 year old up), teens, families, combatants, first responders, victims of violent crimes, & others. I treat preverbal or traumatic attachment (kids/teens), complex trauma, anxiety, behavioral issues and other childhood needs. Learning to see from your child's perspective helps caregiver(s) to understand their child/ren and family. My goals are to collaborate with you & your family to restore balance, improve communication, provide neuro-divergent psychoeducation, promote more secure attachments and develop competency.

Additional master level clinician has immediate openings, please email- Feeling stuck? Paralyzed? Unsure what to do or where to go next? That everything is an effort? Thriving Within, LLC is available for counseling and mental health services. Thriving comes from an individualized approach centered on you and your strengths. Using a client centered, healing-centered-engagement process, we connect people to their internal and external resources. We have a variety of services to meet your needs. Underinsured or no insurance? We have options to develop a plan for services with you.

In my psychotherapy practice with adolescents, men, women and families the focus is typically on issues such as behavioral concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD and anger. I believe that everyone is entitled to be treated with respect and honesty and that therapy should start where the client is at. Additionally, each client has their own ways of gaining insight and implementing new patterns into their lives and will have their own pace at which they discover the strengths within themselves. I like to work with the client to discover what is most effective for them and go from there.

As a licensed clinical social worker, I strive to help you rediscover meaning and purpose. Using a trauma-informed approach, I can assist you in learning techniques to decrease stress and reduce depression and anxiety symptoms. Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times. Working together, we can focus on discovering new ways to find solutions for the issues that brought you to seek help. You are the expert of your life, and I am here to offer you a helping hand throughout the change process. My experience includes helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, grief, and coping with chronic illness.

The longest and most important relationship we will ever have is with ourselves. We spend so much time focusing on external things that we struggle to stop long enough to check in with our internal world. Our fast-paced world often pulls our attention in many directions simultaneously, and we are constantly multitasking. When we fail to do things perfectly, we struggle with shame, judgment, blame, self-criticism, and heightened anxiety. This often drives us towards burnout and fatigue. How do we slow down? How do we improve our relationships? How do we better use our time? How do we increase our self-compassion?

Many people I meet with began therapy because life became overwhelming. People pleasing, perfectionism, and “holding it together” for everyone else left them at a loss. Hiding their imperfections and needs did not lead to better relationships, it actually led to more stress, worry, and feeling alone. I’ve sat with people who have difficulty knowing even the seemingly simplest things about themselves, like where they’d like to go to dinner, or what color looks good on them. All of this reflecting a deeper problem.

My primary goal is to assist you in healing from difficult emotional experiences. I focus on helping you become aware of your inner strengths and resources. I provide a safe, neutral space, where you can feel comfortable telling your story. I will be there for you during your journey. My aim is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward toward the life you want. I work from a trauma informed model. I will use a variety of therapeutic tools and resources to help you on your road to healing.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specializing in the areas of trauma (sexual abuse, physical abuse, maltreatment, PTSD), anxiety, depression, self-esteem & identity, and couples and family work. I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. When working with couples I utilize the research and theories of the Gottman Method developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman to facilitate reconnection and strengthen communication. I find it is important to use empathy, respect, compassion, and authenticity to form a genuine, trusting relationship with all my clients.

Veronica Maldonado is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Wasilla, Alaska, who offers non-traditional hours, works with individuals across the lifespan, with a focus on trauma and PTSD. Many of her clients struggle to feel connected in their relationships or at peace in their lives. Veronica is particularly sensitive to clients facing negative responses to traumatic life experiences, moments of transition, like combat, emergency responders chronic exposure, death, suicide, a move to the city, job loss, or breakup, when the delicate balance can seem to tremble, and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and self-doubt can emerge.

Children frequently experience anxiety just as adults do. All children can feel nervous, frightened or worried about different things or situations, so how does a parent know when to get some help for their child? Children's symptoms of anxiety can differ from adults and they may not have the words for what they are experiencing.

www.audrayorktherapy.com, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S) specializing in the areas of trauma (sexual abuse, physical abuse, child maltreatment), anxiety, depression, self-esteem & identity, LGBTQ+, and perinatal mental health. I see children ages 3 & up, teens, adults, and families. I use evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy: I am 1 of the 4 nationally certified TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) counselor in Alaska, am a certified EMDR provider, Filial Play therapist, Expressive Arts Therapy certified, PSI certified, and Yoga teacher.

I welcome adult clients from all walks of life who are looking for a safe and supportive environment to address their mental health needs. My goal is to help you develop the tools and strategies you need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or any other mental health concern, I am here to help you on your journey to healing and growth. I have advanced doctoral training in working cross culturally and with rural and indigenous populations. I am also a military veteran and have chosen to focus much of my career on people who have experienced trauma.

Hello, I'm Laurey Gronemeier, and I provide online counseling across Alaska. Isn't it time you felt better? More empowered to become what you hope to be? How many times have you tried? You go into the woods to clear your mind, you confide in your friends, time after time, yet nothing seems to last. One day you're adrift, and the next you're high-centered, with no lasting improvement in sight. At times like these, it can be worthwhile to seek professional help. No judgment or pressure. Just respectful, specialized support from an Alaskan who gets it. Teletherapy is an art that takes expertise to do well. Reach out today.