LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Chugiak, AK
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Julie Tigner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
Julie is an LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician who believes the most important thing we can do for our kids is meet them where they are, as they are. It is her goal to create a therapy space that feels warm, welcoming, and safe for children and teens come as their most authentic selves. She believes that therapy can be a space for laughter, tears, anger, joy, grief, pain and so much more. She believes in authenticity, a genuine connection, and sharing of the journey. Clients will find her to be enthusiastic, engaged, open, and honest with them as they journey together.
Julie is an LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician who believes the most important thing we can do for our kids is meet them where they are, as they are. It is her goal to create a therapy space that feels warm, welcoming, and safe for children and teens come as their most authentic selves. She believes that therapy can be a space for laughter, tears, anger, joy, grief, pain and so much more. She believes in authenticity, a genuine connection, and sharing of the journey. Clients will find her to be enthusiastic, engaged, open, and honest with them as they journey together.
Audra York
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Laurie D Juraszek
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
You know something isn’t right in your life and hasn’t been right for a while. You also know that you really don’t like talking about it, but your behaviors are becoming more problematic every day. Maybe you are fighting with loved ones, eating or drinking too much, sleeping too much or not enough, avoiding intimacy with your partner(s). Life just seems hard most days, and relating to others is a challenge. Life can be good, and you deserve the good life. You AND your relationships have more potential than even you can imagine, and your true capabilities might be Limitless.
You know something isn’t right in your life and hasn’t been right for a while. You also know that you really don’t like talking about it, but your behaviors are becoming more problematic every day. Maybe you are fighting with loved ones, eating or drinking too much, sleeping too much or not enough, avoiding intimacy with your partner(s). Life just seems hard most days, and relating to others is a challenge. Life can be good, and you deserve the good life. You AND your relationships have more potential than even you can imagine, and your true capabilities might be Limitless.
Brittany Oaks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
Waitlist for new clients
I am accepting new clients. I offer a free 30 minute consultation and currently offer telehealth and in person sessions. I am in network with TriCare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Moda, and Aetna. Maybe you are feeling stressed, anxious, lonely, sad, you are struggling in your relationships with your partner or child(ren) or are confused about how you got to this place in your life. Your life isn’t going the way that you had hoped, and you just aren’t happy. You need some relief, someone to talk to, and some skills to help you feel better. Therapy is a great way to get relief. Today is the day to reach out.
I am accepting new clients. I offer a free 30 minute consultation and currently offer telehealth and in person sessions. I am in network with TriCare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Moda, and Aetna. Maybe you are feeling stressed, anxious, lonely, sad, you are struggling in your relationships with your partner or child(ren) or are confused about how you got to this place in your life. Your life isn’t going the way that you had hoped, and you just aren’t happy. You need some relief, someone to talk to, and some skills to help you feel better. Therapy is a great way to get relief. Today is the day to reach out.
Sharon Litwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577 (Online Only)
I'm a seasoned therapist, certified in EMDR, with a strong belief in your innate ability to heal. Does negative self-talk impair your quality of life? Are you regularly triggered by reminders of painful memories? I specialize in trauma and its symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger and complicated grief. Many are currently experiencing collective trauma and grief as a result of our tumultuous world. Those who have existing trauma and anxiety can be particularly affected.
I'm a seasoned therapist, certified in EMDR, with a strong belief in your innate ability to heal. Does negative self-talk impair your quality of life? Are you regularly triggered by reminders of painful memories? I specialize in trauma and its symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger and complicated grief. Many are currently experiencing collective trauma and grief as a result of our tumultuous world. Those who have existing trauma and anxiety can be particularly affected.
Chugach Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
Chugach Counseling & Consulting is an EMDR trauma-focused practice. All of our clinicians are either certified in EMDR or in the process of obtaining certification. We work with teens 16+ & adults individually as well as couples ( EFT). Clinicians: Stacey Brown-LPC, Samantha Getha-LCSW, Julissa Corona-LCSW, Miriam Albert-LPC, and Michelle Maddalozzo-LCSW. Each clinician offers different specialties and schedules. Please check out www.chugachcounseling.com to learn more about each clinician.
Chugach Counseling & Consulting is an EMDR trauma-focused practice. All of our clinicians are either certified in EMDR or in the process of obtaining certification. We work with teens 16+ & adults individually as well as couples ( EFT). Clinicians: Stacey Brown-LPC, Samantha Getha-LCSW, Julissa Corona-LCSW, Miriam Albert-LPC, and Michelle Maddalozzo-LCSW. Each clinician offers different specialties and schedules. Please check out www.chugachcounseling.com to learn more about each clinician.
Family Mental Health & Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Not Verified Not Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
Are you creative and intelligent, but organizationally challenged, sitting at Procrastination Station, tired of losing things, forgetting appointments and deadlines, a little bit like Dory in Finding Nemo with the short term memory loss? Do you struggle with self confidence, depression and anxiety when you don’t quite fit in with neurotypical linear thought patterns? Do you feel isolated, judged, and very misunderstood by family members, coworkers, and well meaning friends who offer you advice and simple solutions that just don’t work? Maybe it’s someone in your family facing these struggles. You are not alone.
Are you creative and intelligent, but organizationally challenged, sitting at Procrastination Station, tired of losing things, forgetting appointments and deadlines, a little bit like Dory in Finding Nemo with the short term memory loss? Do you struggle with self confidence, depression and anxiety when you don’t quite fit in with neurotypical linear thought patterns? Do you feel isolated, judged, and very misunderstood by family members, coworkers, and well meaning friends who offer you advice and simple solutions that just don’t work? Maybe it’s someone in your family facing these struggles. You are not alone.
Kathryn Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
I offer a calm and private environment to share your present road block or mountain to climb whether it be in relationship to others or part of your solo journey.
I offer a calm and private environment to share your present road block or mountain to climb whether it be in relationship to others or part of your solo journey.
Amber Vial w/Alaska Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
My focus is in providing clients an opportunity to create better connection with themselves and those around them. I work with both couples and individuals, taking part in their journey by providing a new perspective, asking the hard questions, and helping people understand the habitual patterns they get stuck in. My role is collaborative as we discuss sensitive topics that are hard to explore outside of therapy such as sex, gender, communication, addiction, intimacy and trauma. I welcome the opportunity to provide you with a safe and engaging environment to explore new ways of coping.
My focus is in providing clients an opportunity to create better connection with themselves and those around them. I work with both couples and individuals, taking part in their journey by providing a new perspective, asking the hard questions, and helping people understand the habitual patterns they get stuck in. My role is collaborative as we discuss sensitive topics that are hard to explore outside of therapy such as sex, gender, communication, addiction, intimacy and trauma. I welcome the opportunity to provide you with a safe and engaging environment to explore new ways of coping.
Michael Aanavi
Psychologist, PhD, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
As both a psychologist and an acupuncturist, I offer an array of possibilities for people grappling with concerns of mind, body, and spirit: psychotherapy, acupuncture, intuitive and energy medicine, qigong and somatic therapies, meditation and other contemplative and imaginal practices. With an emphasis on the dynamics of trauma and intergenerational (generational) trauma, I work with people with emotional, physical, interpersonal, spiritual, and mind-body concerns of all kinds, drawing on Jungian, existential, and relational psychologies as well as on the Buddhist and contemplative psychology and practice.
As both a psychologist and an acupuncturist, I offer an array of possibilities for people grappling with concerns of mind, body, and spirit: psychotherapy, acupuncture, intuitive and energy medicine, qigong and somatic therapies, meditation and other contemplative and imaginal practices. With an emphasis on the dynamics of trauma and intergenerational (generational) trauma, I work with people with emotional, physical, interpersonal, spiritual, and mind-body concerns of all kinds, drawing on Jungian, existential, and relational psychologies as well as on the Buddhist and contemplative psychology and practice.
Kokoro Counseling Alaska, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577 (Online Only)
Evening and Weekend hours are available for Telehealth. Starting April 2024, office hours will be Sundays through Thursdays (3:30 pm - 8:00 pm). Please send an inquiry or request to have a free 15-minute phone consultation. If you are hurting, fearful, confused, sad, stressed, or surrounded by overwhelming things in life, I am here to guide you through; to cultivate and reconnect with your innate strength to heal your wounds and live a quality life. My focus is to work collaboratively with you to find a unique and individualized process or solution that would take you further along in your healing journey.
Evening and Weekend hours are available for Telehealth. Starting April 2024, office hours will be Sundays through Thursdays (3:30 pm - 8:00 pm). Please send an inquiry or request to have a free 15-minute phone consultation. If you are hurting, fearful, confused, sad, stressed, or surrounded by overwhelming things in life, I am here to guide you through; to cultivate and reconnect with your innate strength to heal your wounds and live a quality life. My focus is to work collaboratively with you to find a unique and individualized process or solution that would take you further along in your healing journey.
Sirpa T Gorman
Counselor, MSLPC
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
I provide individual, family and couples counseling for children, adolescents, adults and the elderly.
First session you and I will identify issues that you would like to work on and we will come up with a plan of action on how to implement your goals. I work with you throughout our sessions to come up with an optimal outcome for your life situation.
Visit me also at www.alaskatherapy.com for more information.
I provide individual, family and couples counseling for children, adolescents, adults and the elderly.
First session you and I will identify issues that you would like to work on and we will come up with a plan of action on how to implement your goals. I work with you throughout our sessions to come up with an optimal outcome for your life situation.
Visit me also at www.alaskatherapy.com for more information.
Brittney Ramert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
More than any other factor, it is the relationship between client and therapist that has been found to profoundly impact personal change. We are hurt, and healed within relationships. With this in mind, I take a relational approach to all my therapeutic work. I believe in honoring the individual needs of each client, ensuring they are known, seen, and heard. While also gently offering alternative to one’s longstanding views of self, others, and the world. I take a special interest in expanding the social and wellness supports of individuals outside the therapy room.
More than any other factor, it is the relationship between client and therapist that has been found to profoundly impact personal change. We are hurt, and healed within relationships. With this in mind, I take a relational approach to all my therapeutic work. I believe in honoring the individual needs of each client, ensuring they are known, seen, and heard. While also gently offering alternative to one’s longstanding views of self, others, and the world. I take a special interest in expanding the social and wellness supports of individuals outside the therapy room.
Donna Henry
Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Orion Behavioral Health Network
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577 (Online Only)
Services Provided Our services include a thorough evaluation which will include an initial diagnostic impression. Our office will provide you with patient education and our reccomendations for additions to your current treatment plan, and may serve as a complement to the current treatment team. We are a multidisiplinary team and utilize multiple modalities for patient care including Tele-Medicine. Face to Face Services Depending on your location in Alaska, your initial appointment may be a face to face appointment with one of our providers.
Services Provided Our services include a thorough evaluation which will include an initial diagnostic impression. Our office will provide you with patient education and our reccomendations for additions to your current treatment plan, and may serve as a complement to the current treatment team. We are a multidisiplinary team and utilize multiple modalities for patient care including Tele-Medicine. Face to Face Services Depending on your location in Alaska, your initial appointment may be a face to face appointment with one of our providers.
Lisa Root
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577 (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Lisa Root. As of January 2021 I will only be seeing patients through telepsych due to the high rise of the Coronvirus-19, in our area.. You are important to me, and so are others so please be mindful of others if you are ill. My specialty is trauma, family and individual therapy. I am taking new patients and I also have a passion for working with children. I utilize solution focused therapy and cognitive behavior therapy. There is a cancellation fee if you do not cancel in 24 hours, my billing company will bill you due to the expenses of 2 offices, flights, car and hotel=.
My name is Dr. Lisa Root. As of January 2021 I will only be seeing patients through telepsych due to the high rise of the Coronvirus-19, in our area.. You are important to me, and so are others so please be mindful of others if you are ill. My specialty is trauma, family and individual therapy. I am taking new patients and I also have a passion for working with children. I utilize solution focused therapy and cognitive behavior therapy. There is a cancellation fee if you do not cancel in 24 hours, my billing company will bill you due to the expenses of 2 offices, flights, car and hotel=.
Susan L Mayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
You don't really like to talk about your childhood or maybe you don't even remember a lot of it. You know parts were bad, the fights, addictions, mental illness, sexual, physical, and emotional abuse, maybe even the death of a loved one. You try to put it behind you but you struggle in your marriage and yell at the kids. Holidays are hard, and sometimes you wonder if it's even worth living. You overcompensate or try to be invisible, because that's how you learned to survive. You suffer from a sense of not being worthy or enough, but it doesn't have to be like that. Life can be good. You ARE worthy and you ARE enough.
You don't really like to talk about your childhood or maybe you don't even remember a lot of it. You know parts were bad, the fights, addictions, mental illness, sexual, physical, and emotional abuse, maybe even the death of a loved one. You try to put it behind you but you struggle in your marriage and yell at the kids. Holidays are hard, and sometimes you wonder if it's even worth living. You overcompensate or try to be invisible, because that's how you learned to survive. You suffer from a sense of not being worthy or enough, but it doesn't have to be like that. Life can be good. You ARE worthy and you ARE enough.
Gabriele M Roschlau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
Do you experience times when you are controlled by intense emotions or are paralyzed by anxiety/fear, and at other times you feel detached and numb. Are you haunted by traumatic memories that overwhelm you or disturb your sleep with vivid nightmares. Is it difficult to get up in the morning to face another day of loneliness, regrets and even suicidal ideation. Perhaps your relationship suffers from conflict and lack of intimacy or you are going through a breakup. Are you a parent and teen who are locked in power struggles without solutions that result in endless frustration.
Do you experience times when you are controlled by intense emotions or are paralyzed by anxiety/fear, and at other times you feel detached and numb. Are you haunted by traumatic memories that overwhelm you or disturb your sleep with vivid nightmares. Is it difficult to get up in the morning to face another day of loneliness, regrets and even suicidal ideation. Perhaps your relationship suffers from conflict and lack of intimacy or you are going through a breakup. Are you a parent and teen who are locked in power struggles without solutions that result in endless frustration.
Erika Hopper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Eagle River, AK 99577
Waitlist for new clients
My goal for all the services I provide is to build a relationship that creates a safe and non-judgmental environment for you. At the heart of my practice is the belief in the potential for every individual, despite their circumstances, to live a healthy and meaningful life. 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 PCT, DBT, and SFT, 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.
My goal for all the services I provide is to build a relationship that creates a safe and non-judgmental environment for you. At the heart of my practice is the belief in the potential for every individual, despite their circumstances, to live a healthy and meaningful life. 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 PCT, DBT, and SFT, 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.
Sarah Wilcox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eagle River, AK 99577
If changing and finding balance and peace were easy, you would have already done it. I will walk with teens, adults, and couples through the intricate tapestry of their lives. I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, are prenatal and postpartum, healthcare workers, people undergoing the transition into adulthood, a faith transition, or those looking for improvement in their relationships. Whether you are adjusting to a major change or have long-standing patterns or struggles you feel stuck in, I can support you in successfully stepping into the next part of your life.
If changing and finding balance and peace were easy, you would have already done it. I will walk with teens, adults, and couples through the intricate tapestry of their lives. I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, are prenatal and postpartum, healthcare workers, people undergoing the transition into adulthood, a faith transition, or those looking for improvement in their relationships. Whether you are adjusting to a major change or have long-standing patterns or struggles you feel stuck in, I can support you in successfully stepping into the next part of your life.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.