Family Therapy in Ninilchik, AK

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Bobbi Cleary
Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ninilchik, AK 99639
I have conducted group, individual, couples, and family therapies in outpatient settings, youth residential treatment, and a psychiatric hospital for minors.
I am a licensed professional counselor who strives to incorporate balance into my practice and daily life. Balance is sought by each individual and entails a holistic process regardless of age. I am intrigued by behaviors that involve self-sabotage and learned helplessness in addition to exploring the power of thoughts and their effect on human behavior and feelings. My natural curiosity of how others think, behave and respond to external stimuli was reinforced when I lived in Japan for nearly 2 years.
I have conducted group, individual, couples, and family therapies in outpatient settings, youth residential treatment, and a psychiatric hospital for minors.
I am a licensed professional counselor who strives to incorporate balance into my practice and daily life. Balance is sought by each individual and entails a holistic process regardless of age. I am intrigued by behaviors that involve self-sabotage and learned helplessness in addition to exploring the power of thoughts and their effect on human behavior and feelings. My natural curiosity of how others think, behave and respond to external stimuli was reinforced when I lived in Japan for nearly 2 years.
(855) 980-2236 View (855) 980-2236
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Kachemak Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, MSCP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ninilchik, AK 99639
Licensed mental health services for individuals and couples. Traditional face-to-face and televideo therapy sessions are available. Treating mood, anxiety, ADHD, grief, trauma-related disorders and adjustment/life transition challenges.
Licensed mental health services for individuals and couples. Traditional face-to-face and televideo therapy sessions are available. Treating mood, anxiety, ADHD, grief, trauma-related disorders and adjustment/life transition challenges.
(907) 891-8984 View (907) 891-8984
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Meg Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ninilchik, AK 99639
Life is tough! We all face challenges and experience struggle in our lives. Sometimes we need reminding that we have the capacity to overcome our challenges and manage our struggles. Therapy is a great opportunity to gain new insight and perspective, find meaning, increase self-worth and self-confidence, and connect with someone, a guide, who will walk the wellness journey with you on your path to greater health. My background working with adolescents, adults, and families, including military, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC+ individuals and families, provides me with expertise to support you in navigating your individual wellness journey.
Life is tough! We all face challenges and experience struggle in our lives. Sometimes we need reminding that we have the capacity to overcome our challenges and manage our struggles. Therapy is a great opportunity to gain new insight and perspective, find meaning, increase self-worth and self-confidence, and connect with someone, a guide, who will walk the wellness journey with you on your path to greater health. My background working with adolescents, adults, and families, including military, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC+ individuals and families, provides me with expertise to support you in navigating your individual wellness journey.
(907) 931-6930 View (907) 931-6930

Online Therapists

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Amy Marie Dummann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99518
I use a wide range of therapy modalities, including Person Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Reality Based Therapy.
I am a born and raised Alaskan and have been providing mental health services to individuals and families with a wide range of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities for over 20 years. I became a licensed professional counselor in 2015 and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions.
I use a wide range of therapy modalities, including Person Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Reality Based Therapy.
I am a born and raised Alaskan and have been providing mental health services to individuals and families with a wide range of mental health challenges and developmental disabilities for over 20 years. I became a licensed professional counselor in 2015 and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions.
(907) 312-0113 View (907) 312-0113
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Hope Pattengale
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99508  (Online Only)
It is an honor to walk alongside you, your child, and/or your family during those vulnerable times to give you tools to get to where you want to go and explore how to keep moving when those difficult times come again.
Hello, I'm glad you're here and taking the next step on your journey to caring for yourself. Life can offer so many exciting possibilities, but can also throw us a lot of unexpected twists and challenges. I want to help you navigate these challenges, walk with you through grief or change, and offer hope for the future. In my work I focus on building upon personal strengths, as well as strengthening relationships. I strive to be a safe landing place as you work through the complexities that are life. My specialties are working with adoptive families, attachment, divorce, life change, emotional skill development, and communication.
It is an honor to walk alongside you, your child, and/or your family during those vulnerable times to give you tools to get to where you want to go and explore how to keep moving when those difficult times come again.
Hello, I'm glad you're here and taking the next step on your journey to caring for yourself. Life can offer so many exciting possibilities, but can also throw us a lot of unexpected twists and challenges. I want to help you navigate these challenges, walk with you through grief or change, and offer hope for the future. In my work I focus on building upon personal strengths, as well as strengthening relationships. I strive to be a safe landing place as you work through the complexities that are life. My specialties are working with adoptive families, attachment, divorce, life change, emotional skill development, and communication.
(907) 313-0012 View (907) 313-0012
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Jeff Brakhage
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Soldotna, AK 99669
Jeff is a licensed professional counselor with 13 years of experience, including serving as Clinical Director of the Augustine Recovery Center in St Augustine, Florida, Asst Clinical Director over Family Programs at The Refuge-A Healing Place (both being 90-Day treatment centers for trauma), and Asst Director of Behavioral Health at CPH.
Jeff works with clients who are beginning with counseling for their emotional, relational, life transition, mental health, medical, end-of-life, grief/loss, and/or addiction issues, as well as those who have been to counseling and are looking for new, more effective approaches and treatments for their concerns. Not only does Jeff have training for the issues above, he also continued to study, receiving certifications in the specialization of treating PTSD, C-PTSD, Developmental Trauma, 'Little t' trauma, abuse, and deprivation.
Jeff is a licensed professional counselor with 13 years of experience, including serving as Clinical Director of the Augustine Recovery Center in St Augustine, Florida, Asst Clinical Director over Family Programs at The Refuge-A Healing Place (both being 90-Day treatment centers for trauma), and Asst Director of Behavioral Health at CPH.
Jeff works with clients who are beginning with counseling for their emotional, relational, life transition, mental health, medical, end-of-life, grief/loss, and/or addiction issues, as well as those who have been to counseling and are looking for new, more effective approaches and treatments for their concerns. Not only does Jeff have training for the issues above, he also continued to study, receiving certifications in the specialization of treating PTSD, C-PTSD, Developmental Trauma, 'Little t' trauma, abuse, and deprivation.
(907) 917-4381 View (907) 917-4381
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Jason D. Pretzel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Homer, AK 99603
I offer individual, marital, and family counseling.
Are you dealing with grief, anxiety, depression, problems in relationships, or communication? Are there things you haven't been able to resolve and want to get unstuck? Do you have goals you would like to reach in life? Do you want to function better and feel better? There are many reasons to participate in counseling. We are here to help.
I offer individual, marital, and family counseling.
Are you dealing with grief, anxiety, depression, problems in relationships, or communication? Are there things you haven't been able to resolve and want to get unstuck? Do you have goals you would like to reach in life? Do you want to function better and feel better? There are many reasons to participate in counseling. We are here to help.
(907) 885-1985 View (907) 885-1985
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Amy Dunville
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518
Waitlist for new clients
I have considerable training in Play Therapy and experience working with children ages 9-12 on issues like family conflict/separation, loneliness and ADHD in school.
I am an existentially oriented, humanistic psychotherapist and believe approaches and styles of therapy can be integrated in ways that cater to the individual needs of the client. Approaches I use are both evidence based and experiential. I am motivated to help you get back to a life that is meaningful, joyful, and valuable.
I have considerable training in Play Therapy and experience working with children ages 9-12 on issues like family conflict/separation, loneliness and ADHD in school.
I am an existentially oriented, humanistic psychotherapist and believe approaches and styles of therapy can be integrated in ways that cater to the individual needs of the client. Approaches I use are both evidence based and experiential. I am motivated to help you get back to a life that is meaningful, joyful, and valuable.
(907) 519-4166 View (907) 519-4166
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Dr. Nina F Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99516  (Online Only)
Since 2005, I’ve been working in the field of counseling and school psychology. My degrees include a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, two Masters, one being in Marriage Family Therapy and the other in Educational Counseling with thousands of hours of work with individuals and families. I’m licensed as a professional counselor.
Since 2005, I’ve been working in the field of counseling and school psychology. My degrees include a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, two Masters, one being in Marriage Family Therapy and the other in Educational Counseling with thousands of hours of work with individuals and families. I’m licensed as a professional counselor.
(907) 331-8854 View (907) 331-8854
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Kristi Horst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99515  (Online Only)
I have an integrative approach to therapy which incorporates my experience and training in attachment theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 certified, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Certified, IFS informed EMDR therapy (Syzygy), Filial therapy, TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, and Gottman Level’s 1 and 2.
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.
I have an integrative approach to therapy which incorporates my experience and training in attachment theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 certified, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Certified, IFS informed EMDR therapy (Syzygy), Filial therapy, TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, and Gottman Level’s 1 and 2.
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.
(907) 318-7963 View (907) 318-7963
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Deborah M Gonzales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, CHT, CFSW
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99516  (Online Only)
If you are struggling to adjust to being in a new place, far from family and friends, and certainly not an easy road trip away, I hear you and can help!.
ALL APPOINTMENTS ARE NOW VIA TELE-HEALTH to clients anywhere in Alaska, N.C. or FL https://youtu.be/3rgHRqrzuEg Are you stressed out, anxious? Overwhelmed? Struggling with perfection? Do you deal with chronic pain or illness? Are you having communication problems with your partner? Is your plate too full and are you struggling to keep up? I PROMISE to respond to your Email and/or request for an appointment in less than 24 hours. When you reach out for help, you deserve to be heard and respected with a timely response.
If you are struggling to adjust to being in a new place, far from family and friends, and certainly not an easy road trip away, I hear you and can help!.
ALL APPOINTMENTS ARE NOW VIA TELE-HEALTH to clients anywhere in Alaska, N.C. or FL https://youtu.be/3rgHRqrzuEg Are you stressed out, anxious? Overwhelmed? Struggling with perfection? Do you deal with chronic pain or illness? Are you having communication problems with your partner? Is your plate too full and are you struggling to keep up? I PROMISE to respond to your Email and/or request for an appointment in less than 24 hours. When you reach out for help, you deserve to be heard and respected with a timely response.
(907) 891-8699 View (907) 891-8699
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Daniela Kopec
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Soldotna, AK 99669
I offer individual, family and child counseling services, and provide a safe, caring and supportive space to help people gain hope, find healing and build confidence in taking steps on their journey towards developing a better future.
I work with both adults and children that are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress management, relational issues and traumatic experiences. I have over 17 years of experience offering counseling to individuals across the lifespan in various residential and outpatient community-based mental health settings
I offer individual, family and child counseling services, and provide a safe, caring and supportive space to help people gain hope, find healing and build confidence in taking steps on their journey towards developing a better future.
I work with both adults and children that are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress management, relational issues and traumatic experiences. I have over 17 years of experience offering counseling to individuals across the lifespan in various residential and outpatient community-based mental health settings
(907) 331-6764 View (907) 331-6764
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Root Issues
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99522  (Online Only)
I provide individual, couples and family services for trauma, PTSD, and addictions.
Health, is about establishing and maintaining connections to self, community, our spirituality and those we love. When these connections are damaged by trauma, pain, fear, or other trials of life, we sometimes need help to rebuild, reconnect, and strengthen our current connections. My name is David Root. I am a licensed professional counselor and I would be honored to help with this journey.
I provide individual, couples and family services for trauma, PTSD, and addictions.
Health, is about establishing and maintaining connections to self, community, our spirituality and those we love. When these connections are damaged by trauma, pain, fear, or other trials of life, we sometimes need help to rebuild, reconnect, and strengthen our current connections. My name is David Root. I am a licensed professional counselor and I would be honored to help with this journey.
(907) 891-8183 View (907) 891-8183
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Crystal Herring
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99518
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty has been working with adolescents and their families for close to 20 years regarding various issues that come up for both the teenager themselves and within the family system. My experience spans inpatient, residential, and community-based programs, as well as private practice. I believe that treating clients in these vastly different environments has enriched the quality of my work and my perspective on life. I use an integrative approach to therapy that is based on your unique strengths, individual needs, and circumstances.
My specialty has been working with adolescents and their families for close to 20 years regarding various issues that come up for both the teenager themselves and within the family system. My experience spans inpatient, residential, and community-based programs, as well as private practice. I believe that treating clients in these vastly different environments has enriched the quality of my work and my perspective on life. I use an integrative approach to therapy that is based on your unique strengths, individual needs, and circumstances.
(844) 456-0654 View (844) 456-0654
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Wisdom Traditions Counseling & Wellness
Counselor, PhD, LPCS, CDCS, MAC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518
The world grows more complex every day, changing how we live our lives, and it's bringing up a lot of stress and anxiety. We get it. The Wisdom Team provides highly respectful, confidential and individualized treatment choices for you or your family member. We also have counselors specifically dedicated for marriage and family issues. Our Addiction Recovery program is nationally accredited, and provides a warm, informal and rewarding experience for personal growth. We are in this together. Our vision is to positively impact our community; one person...one family at a time.
The world grows more complex every day, changing how we live our lives, and it's bringing up a lot of stress and anxiety. We get it. The Wisdom Team provides highly respectful, confidential and individualized treatment choices for you or your family member. We also have counselors specifically dedicated for marriage and family issues. Our Addiction Recovery program is nationally accredited, and provides a warm, informal and rewarding experience for personal growth. We are in this together. Our vision is to positively impact our community; one person...one family at a time.
(907) 770-3656 View (907) 770-3656
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Colleen Nusbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDCI, LPC Sup
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
I invite you to call for a short, free of charge, consultation to see if I am the best fit for you and/or your family.
I was born in Anchorage, Alaska and have lived on the Kenai Peninsula with my mother, husband and two daughters since 2005. Since 2010, I’ve dedicated myself to mental/behavioral health challenges and teamed with my clients in order to help them achieve healthy/balanced personal lives and relationships. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and member of the Kenai Peninsula Community, I’m deeply committed to being there when you need me most—helping you explore, heal, and move forward into a happy and healthy mindset. I work with all ages from 2 years to our elders. I'm here for you, get in touch and book your session today...
I invite you to call for a short, free of charge, consultation to see if I am the best fit for you and/or your family.
I was born in Anchorage, Alaska and have lived on the Kenai Peninsula with my mother, husband and two daughters since 2005. Since 2010, I’ve dedicated myself to mental/behavioral health challenges and teamed with my clients in order to help them achieve healthy/balanced personal lives and relationships. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and member of the Kenai Peninsula Community, I’m deeply committed to being there when you need me most—helping you explore, heal, and move forward into a happy and healthy mindset. I work with all ages from 2 years to our elders. I'm here for you, get in touch and book your session today...
(907) 394-4442 View (907) 394-4442
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Elaine Molchanov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IAAP, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518  (Online Only)
As a Jungian analyst, I work with persons facing moments of spiritual and psychological crisis or breakthrough as they seek bridges to new life. Together, we seek to penetrate stuck places in your life story to tap the deeper meaning that lies beneath surface constriction. Imagination is central in Jungian work, and my practice sees the challenges of life symbolically, not just as obstacles but as possibilities for creative dialogue, deeper understanding, and transformation. Working with dreams, fantasies, memories, and great moments in the present, we reimagine problems, and create a path for life to move forward and go deeper.
As a Jungian analyst, I work with persons facing moments of spiritual and psychological crisis or breakthrough as they seek bridges to new life. Together, we seek to penetrate stuck places in your life story to tap the deeper meaning that lies beneath surface constriction. Imagination is central in Jungian work, and my practice sees the challenges of life symbolically, not just as obstacles but as possibilities for creative dialogue, deeper understanding, and transformation. Working with dreams, fantasies, memories, and great moments in the present, we reimagine problems, and create a path for life to move forward and go deeper.
(907) 331-0972 View (907) 331-0972
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Beyond Limits Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kenai, AK 99611
You want to be free from negative core beliefs You want to experience high amounts of self-worth and value. You want to feel confident setting boundaries in your life. You want to communicate effectively with loved ones. You want to live with grace for yourself and others. I want to partner with you to make these desires a reality in your life.
You want to be free from negative core beliefs You want to experience high amounts of self-worth and value. You want to feel confident setting boundaries in your life. You want to communicate effectively with loved ones. You want to live with grace for yourself and others. I want to partner with you to make these desires a reality in your life.
(833) 470-1893 View (833) 470-1893
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Aries M McGinnis
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99511  (Online Only)
Telehealth Counseling and Coaching throughout the US. While working with people, I help them work through the process of engagement, healing, and growth. My initial approach is to see the greatness of a person. I work with people to help them see their own greatness noting that their behaviors do not define them. The behavior is unhealthy, not the person. Who a person is at the core is always great, healthy, and beautiful. As we pull apart maladaptive behaviors from the individual, I help people become actively engaged in their own therapeutic process beginning a journey of healing and growth.
Telehealth Counseling and Coaching throughout the US. While working with people, I help them work through the process of engagement, healing, and growth. My initial approach is to see the greatness of a person. I work with people to help them see their own greatness noting that their behaviors do not define them. The behavior is unhealthy, not the person. Who a person is at the core is always great, healthy, and beautiful. As we pull apart maladaptive behaviors from the individual, I help people become actively engaged in their own therapeutic process beginning a journey of healing and growth.
(888) 689-6119 View (888) 689-6119
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Joe Cannava
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, CDCS, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
It is a privilege to hear your story, to help you understand where you come from and how that may be impacting you today. Using tools brought in from CBT, DBT, and Gestalt, I tailor my approach around you, working to meet your strengths, your unique needs, and your goals, helping you make the changes you want to see in your life as you move forward. I believe that the relationship a person builds with their counselor is crucial to the process, so I work hard to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you.
It is a privilege to hear your story, to help you understand where you come from and how that may be impacting you today. Using tools brought in from CBT, DBT, and Gestalt, I tailor my approach around you, working to meet your strengths, your unique needs, and your goals, helping you make the changes you want to see in your life as you move forward. I believe that the relationship a person builds with their counselor is crucial to the process, so I work hard to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you.
(844) 851-2595 View (844) 851-2595
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.