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Leslie Fails

Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div (she, her)

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250 Cushman Street, Suite 5, Fairbanks, AK 99701
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250 Cushman Street Suite 5 Fairbanks, AK 99701
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Maybe things have "always been this way," but that doesn't mean they have to stay this way. I believe you already have the resources within you to change and grow, live authentically, and find your voice. My role is to hold up a mirror, to support you in finding clarity. I work with teens, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, relationship strain, and big life transitions. Many of my clients are parents struggling to support youth and young adults who feel anxious or hesitant to step into independence. If you're looking to overcome barriers to deeper connection or to restore calm in your home, I'd be honored to work with you.
Therapy helps us untangle patterns that keep us stuck so we can build new ways of connecting. My approach draws on evidence-based methods such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) to help you find your voice, reduce conflict, and nurture independence.
The bottom line is that you don’t have to keep shouldering everything on your own. Whether you’re feeling disconnected in your relationships, overwhelmed by parenting, or just ready for things to feel easier, working with a therapist can help you find steadier ground. Let's work together toward greater clarity and the sense of calm you’ve been missing.
Call or Leslie Fails now for a free 15 minute consultation - (866) 968-9962

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Wildheart Counseling

250 Cushman Street

Suite 5

Fairbanks, AK 99701 map

(866) 968-9962
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Peer Relationships 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I believe in you, and I'm here to help you get unstuck.
Leslie Fails
Let's Connect (866) 968-9962
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Wildheart Counseling

250 Cushman Street

Suite 5

Fairbanks, AK 99701 map

(866) 968-9962
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Peer Relationships 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I believe in you, and I'm here to help you get unstuck.
Leslie Fails

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $145
  • Couple Sessions $180

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Moda Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Out of Network
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I'm in network with Aetna, Moda, and Premera. I am working on getting in network with Medicaid. Please reach out with any questions! I'll work with you to help make therapy affordable.
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (866) 968-9962
"
I'm in network with Aetna, Moda, and Premera. I am working on getting in network with Medicaid. Please reach out with any questions! I'll work with you to help make therapy affordable.
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (866) 968-9962

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Alaska / 244364 Supervised by Elizabeth Sewell (Alaska / 199409) Leslie Fails
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Aurora University, MSW, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Starr King School for the Ministry Master of Divinity / 2014
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I have over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through times of transition, grief, and joy. I have served as a hospital chaplain, substance use counselor, and as a houseparent for youth in a residential foster care home.
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (866) 968-9962
"
I have over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through times of transition, grief, and joy. I have served as a hospital chaplain, substance use counselor, and as a houseparent for youth in a residential foster care home.
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (866) 968-9962

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Peer Relationships

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Caregivers
  • Internet Addiction
  • Parenting
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Women's Issues
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Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Do these issues align with your needs? or (866) 968-9962
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Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Do these issues align with your needs? or (866) 968-9962

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Brainspotting
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • SPACE (Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions)
  • Trauma Focused
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Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (866) 968-9962
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (866) 968-9962

Location

Primary Location

Wildheart Counseling

250 Cushman Street

Suite 5

Fairbanks, AK 99701

(866) 968-9962
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Call for a free consultation now - (866) 968-9962
Photo of Leslie Fails, Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Leslie Fails
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, M Div
Call for a free consultation now - (866) 968-9962