Family Therapy in Alaska
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.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Washington and Oregon.
I believe that you are the experts in your own lives and have the ability to make positive changes. I feel that it is my job as a therapist to illuminate your strengths and to support the growth that you choose. I generally utilize a solution-focused modality that explores what is working in your lives, what you would like to do more of, and then we work collaboratively to identify and address your specific goals. What you bring to each session will shape what we address that day, whether from the present or past. I pay close attention to your life stories and can assist in tracking progress made toward your identified solutions.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Washington and Oregon.
I believe that you are the experts in your own lives and have the ability to make positive changes. I feel that it is my job as a therapist to illuminate your strengths and to support the growth that you choose. I generally utilize a solution-focused modality that explores what is working in your lives, what you would like to do more of, and then we work collaboratively to identify and address your specific goals. What you bring to each session will shape what we address that day, whether from the present or past. I pay close attention to your life stories and can assist in tracking progress made toward your identified solutions.
Hope's Horizon Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC-S, LPC-S, LCMHC, LPC-MH, LCPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99509 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS), a Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP), a Certified Telemental Health Professional (CTMH, pending Board Cert), and Certified in Brainspotting (BSP-C).
Life happens; the effects of loss vary; and the impacts of stress/trauma are more ‘normal’ than most people realize. You are not alone; your struggles are real; and your mental wellness is and should be treated with as much vigor as your need for food and shelter. It is natural for our bodies to want to heal themselves; and our human strength and natural behavior is to adapt and evolve. We develop negative coping skills as we adapt to stress/trauma, grief/loss, major life changes/transitions, chronic illness/pain, identity struggles, and relationship conflicts.
I am a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS), a Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP), a Certified Telemental Health Professional (CTMH, pending Board Cert), and Certified in Brainspotting (BSP-C).
Life happens; the effects of loss vary; and the impacts of stress/trauma are more ‘normal’ than most people realize. You are not alone; your struggles are real; and your mental wellness is and should be treated with as much vigor as your need for food and shelter. It is natural for our bodies to want to heal themselves; and our human strength and natural behavior is to adapt and evolve. We develop negative coping skills as we adapt to stress/trauma, grief/loss, major life changes/transitions, chronic illness/pain, identity struggles, and relationship conflicts.
Rebel Heart Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801 (Online Only)
I practice from a mindfulness-based frame, incorporating elements of Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal theory, and EMDR.
Although I began my clinical work providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and other 3rd-generation, skill-based modalities, what I really love is to work with people who want to dive deep and process issues that lie beneath the surface. If you have had previous experiences with therapy but have found only temporary relief, and would like to go to the next level of processing, I would like to help you open into compassion and liberate yourself from suffering.
I practice from a mindfulness-based frame, incorporating elements of Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal theory, and EMDR.
Although I began my clinical work providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and other 3rd-generation, skill-based modalities, what I really love is to work with people who want to dive deep and process issues that lie beneath the surface. If you have had previous experiences with therapy but have found only temporary relief, and would like to go to the next level of processing, I would like to help you open into compassion and liberate yourself from suffering.
Christopher Mark Glanzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ketchikan, AK 99901
With 24 years of experience in agency work and emergency psychiatric services, I am humbled to walk by your side through a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, marriage and family, and personality disorders.
Your Story Matters. That is the philosophy behind Healthy Minds Counseling. Before any movement can occur, you need a safe and non-judgmental space where your concerns, fears, and goals can be identified and addressed for the singular purpose of positive personal growth.
With 24 years of experience in agency work and emergency psychiatric services, I am humbled to walk by your side through a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, marriage and family, and personality disorders.
Your Story Matters. That is the philosophy behind Healthy Minds Counseling. Before any movement can occur, you need a safe and non-judgmental space where your concerns, fears, and goals can be identified and addressed for the singular purpose of positive personal growth.
My primary mode of therapy is through play therapy and I believe in the importance of not just working with the child, but also parents to support the entire family system.
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.
My primary mode of therapy is through play therapy and I believe in the importance of not just working with the child, but also parents to support the entire family system.
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 specialize in work with clients who are dealing with grief, healing from abuse, navigating women’s issues, and struggling with anxiety, depression and other life and mental health concerns. I have a special love for working with those in the LGBTQ plus community, and am passionate about offering an inclusive and healing space for all. I offer individual, family and couples counseling sessions, and enjoy working with people of all ages who are looking for growth and change.
I specialize in work with clients who are dealing with grief, healing from abuse, navigating women’s issues, and struggling with anxiety, depression and other life and mental health concerns. I have a special love for working with those in the LGBTQ plus community, and am passionate about offering an inclusive and healing space for all. I offer individual, family and couples counseling sessions, and enjoy working with people of all ages who are looking for growth and change.
Ann W. Stockman MSW, PhD LLC
Psychologist, MSW, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99503
Belonging to a five living generation family has deep ongoing and inescapable set of influences.
Please note my location. With 30+ years of practice in Anchorage, I appreciate the power of mindful listening with couples, individuals and groups. As a certified emotion focused therapist I find a respectful way of being present with others so their deep truth can be understood and assist them in finding their life forward energy. In our hurried culture our voices risk not being heard inside ourselves. We overwhelmed adults may find our vulnerability locked away, not even shared with our loved ones. It is a privilege to earn trust to share people's journey in a safe manner.
Belonging to a five living generation family has deep ongoing and inescapable set of influences.
Please note my location. With 30+ years of practice in Anchorage, I appreciate the power of mindful listening with couples, individuals and groups. As a certified emotion focused therapist I find a respectful way of being present with others so their deep truth can be understood and assist them in finding their life forward energy. In our hurried culture our voices risk not being heard inside ourselves. We overwhelmed adults may find our vulnerability locked away, not even shared with our loved ones. It is a privilege to earn trust to share people's journey in a safe manner.
Taking the first step toward treatment isn’t easy, but neither is living in distress. Having a child who is experiencing a behavioral health concern can be frustrating, confusing, and frightening. But don't lose hope, there are solutions scientifically shown to be effective. As a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, I exclusively utilize evidence-based treatments grounded in the science of behavioral health. I value collaboration and strive to ensure that treatment focuses on my clients' goals. Together we work towards a brighter future for your child and your family.
Taking the first step toward treatment isn’t easy, but neither is living in distress. Having a child who is experiencing a behavioral health concern can be frustrating, confusing, and frightening. But don't lose hope, there are solutions scientifically shown to be effective. As a board certified licensed clinical psychologist, I exclusively utilize evidence-based treatments grounded in the science of behavioral health. I value collaboration and strive to ensure that treatment focuses on my clients' goals. Together we work towards a brighter future for your child and your family.
Jessica McKay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Fairbanks, AK 99701 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with teens, adults, and Elders in individual, family, and relationship-based therapies. I have a passion for working with those effected by trauma, those with challenges related to rural and Alaska-living, and those experiencing chronic health and mental health concerns.
I enjoy working with teens, adults, and Elders in individual, family, and relationship-based therapies. I have a passion for working with those effected by trauma, those with challenges related to rural and Alaska-living, and those experiencing chronic health and mental health concerns.
Betsy Atkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, CFT-I
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99501
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor utilizing play therapy skills for children elementary age and younger. I offer Filial play therapy, which creates a safe atmosphere for children to express themselves, understand structure and limits, feel heard and validated, and develop family attachments by providing support and interventions to the whole family rather than just the child. I also offer group therapy for elementary aged children that utilizes cognitive behavioral play therapy to provide education and interventions focusing on social skills, communication, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.
I am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor utilizing play therapy skills for children elementary age and younger. I offer Filial play therapy, which creates a safe atmosphere for children to express themselves, understand structure and limits, feel heard and validated, and develop family attachments by providing support and interventions to the whole family rather than just the child. I also offer group therapy for elementary aged children that utilizes cognitive behavioral play therapy to provide education and interventions focusing on social skills, communication, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.
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Anchorage, AK 99503
I truly appreciate your consideration in choosing me to support your child and family system.
Greetings! My name is Geri Hernandez. I am a licensed professional counselor. I am passionate about working with young children and their families. I value my role supporting caregivers/parents in managing their child’s behaviors. I value play as an important factor when supporting children and their families and have witnessed the effectiveness and positive impact play can have on child development, social-emotional learning, and strengthening of the parent-child relationship.
I truly appreciate your consideration in choosing me to support your child and family system.
Greetings! My name is Geri Hernandez. I am a licensed professional counselor. I am passionate about working with young children and their families. I value my role supporting caregivers/parents in managing their child’s behaviors. I value play as an important factor when supporting children and their families and have witnessed the effectiveness and positive impact play can have on child development, social-emotional learning, and strengthening of the parent-child relationship.
Vangie Mercado-Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518
Thank you for considering my services as a marriage and family therapist.
As a marriage & family therapy associate, my mission is to guide you toward healing, growth, and stronger relationships. Here’s what I offer: Safe Space: When you step into my office, you’re in a judgment-free zone. Share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns openly—I’m here to listen and understand. Collaboration: Therapy is a team effort. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, patterns, and goals. I’ll provide insights, tools, and strategies, but your active participation is essential. Holistic Approach: I see you as a whole person, not just a collection of symptoms. We’ll address emotional, relational, and behavioral aspects.
Thank you for considering my services as a marriage and family therapist.
As a marriage & family therapy associate, my mission is to guide you toward healing, growth, and stronger relationships. Here’s what I offer: Safe Space: When you step into my office, you’re in a judgment-free zone. Share your thoughts, feelings, and concerns openly—I’m here to listen and understand. Collaboration: Therapy is a team effort. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, patterns, and goals. I’ll provide insights, tools, and strategies, but your active participation is essential. Holistic Approach: I see you as a whole person, not just a collection of symptoms. We’ll address emotional, relational, and behavioral aspects.
As a compassionate and seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I am deeply committed to helping individuals heal from anxiety, trauma, depression, and relational wounds. I have over 20 yrs of experience working with both adults and children in residential and community based mental health settings. I offer individual, family, and child counseling services and provide a safe, caring, and supportive space that fosters deep healing.
As a compassionate and seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I am deeply committed to helping individuals heal from anxiety, trauma, depression, and relational wounds. I have over 20 yrs of experience working with both adults and children in residential and community based mental health settings. I offer individual, family, and child counseling services and provide a safe, caring, and supportive space that fosters deep healing.
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.
Karuna Counseling, LLC (Jenna Henchey)
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99501 (Online Only)
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals from pre-teens to adults navigate the complexities of life. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities to create customized treatment plans that empower clients to reach their goals. I hold a Master of Social Work and have worked in a National Child Trauma Center as a Child and Family Therapist, providing trauma-informed, strengths-based and neurodiversity affirming therapy where clients can process experiences, build coping skills, and cultivate self-compass.
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals from pre-teens to adults navigate the complexities of life. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities to create customized treatment plans that empower clients to reach their goals. I hold a Master of Social Work and have worked in a National Child Trauma Center as a Child and Family Therapist, providing trauma-informed, strengths-based and neurodiversity affirming therapy where clients can process experiences, build coping skills, and cultivate self-compass.
We are here for those new to counseling and those who have been before. We have two therapists on staff: Virginia "Ginny" Redmond (LCSW) and Vanessa Shannon (LCSW). We provide services for youth ages 12 and up, adults and families across Alaska via telehealth, and in person at our Fairbanks office. We treat various types of symptoms and struggles such as: job stress, life changes, family support, anxiety, depression, and traumatic life experiences; to name a few.
We are here for those new to counseling and those who have been before. We have two therapists on staff: Virginia "Ginny" Redmond (LCSW) and Vanessa Shannon (LCSW). We provide services for youth ages 12 and up, adults and families across Alaska via telehealth, and in person at our Fairbanks office. We treat various types of symptoms and struggles such as: job stress, life changes, family support, anxiety, depression, and traumatic life experiences; to name a few.
Katherine Foster-Dalmolin (Karuna Counseling)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99501 (Online Only)
Kat is a long-time Alaskan who has lived and worked in the Mat-Su Valley since 1996. A hopeless geek, she enjoys all things science fiction and fantasy with a particular love for Star Trek and the Marvel Universe. She has many hobbies including reading, roller derby, cat rescue and crafts. She also loves exploring the Alaskan outdoors with her husband and their blended family of 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Professionally, she has been a counselor for 13 years and has been doing EMDR for 5 years. Her goal is helping clients overcome the barriers that keep them from living full and authentic lives.
Kat is a long-time Alaskan who has lived and worked in the Mat-Su Valley since 1996. A hopeless geek, she enjoys all things science fiction and fantasy with a particular love for Star Trek and the Marvel Universe. She has many hobbies including reading, roller derby, cat rescue and crafts. She also loves exploring the Alaskan outdoors with her husband and their blended family of 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Professionally, she has been a counselor for 13 years and has been doing EMDR for 5 years. Her goal is helping clients overcome the barriers that keep them from living full and authentic lives.
I am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, trained in Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) and Filial Family Play Therapy.
My name is Donna and I am here to provide a safe and supportive place for you to work on what is important to you. I believe change comes from inside and that support and guidance can help us reach our goals. I approach counseling from a strength-based perspective and trauma-focused lens using EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and DBT. If you are having difficulty coping with life's problems, or experiencing a sense of unhappiness, choosing counseling is a brave choice. When we feel in control of our lives and less troubled, we feel better mentally, physically, and spiritually.
I am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, trained in Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) and Filial Family Play Therapy.
My name is Donna and I am here to provide a safe and supportive place for you to work on what is important to you. I believe change comes from inside and that support and guidance can help us reach our goals. I approach counseling from a strength-based perspective and trauma-focused lens using EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and DBT. If you are having difficulty coping with life's problems, or experiencing a sense of unhappiness, choosing counseling is a brave choice. When we feel in control of our lives and less troubled, we feel better mentally, physically, and spiritually.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients! https:/playfulconnectioncounseling.com Parenting is difficult. When your child experiences behavioral health difficulties, this can feel confusing, frustrating, as well as exhausting. Hope is out there in clinically proven strategies. I utilize an integrative and cooperative approach to support both you and your child in treatment. My passion is helping parents be the best parents that they believed they could be, fostering bonds within the family unit and helping youth heal. Achieving your full potential requires courage, effort, and intention.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients! https:/playfulconnectioncounseling.com Parenting is difficult. When your child experiences behavioral health difficulties, this can feel confusing, frustrating, as well as exhausting. Hope is out there in clinically proven strategies. I utilize an integrative and cooperative approach to support both you and your child in treatment. My passion is helping parents be the best parents that they believed they could be, fostering bonds within the family unit and helping youth heal. Achieving your full potential requires courage, effort, and intention.
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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.