Therapists in Alaska
Amelia Simone Hanrahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801
Whether you’re looking to heal from childhood trauma, manage burnout, begin your transition, or whatever you may be struggling with, I can help to offer a path forward.
Whether you’re looking to heal from childhood trauma, manage burnout, begin your transition, or whatever you may be struggling with, I can help to offer a path forward.
Audra York
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99503
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.
Kristi Horst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99515 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Meg Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Homer, AK 99603
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.
Jennifer Dolphin | Open Door Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99515
Waitlist for new clients
Do you carry old hurts and wonder if you’re good enough? Maybe you struggle with feeling hopeless and unmotivated. You get stuck in cycles you don’t know how to break and feel like you make the same mistakes over and over. You feel overwhelmed with guilt and shame. Maybe you wonder if you’ll ever have healthy relationships. It’s tearing you down from the inside out because you just want to feel content within and connected to others. Whether you're married with kids or single and kid-free; hurt is hurt and you deserve peace.
Do you carry old hurts and wonder if you’re good enough? Maybe you struggle with feeling hopeless and unmotivated. You get stuck in cycles you don’t know how to break and feel like you make the same mistakes over and over. You feel overwhelmed with guilt and shame. Maybe you wonder if you’ll ever have healthy relationships. It’s tearing you down from the inside out because you just want to feel content within and connected to others. Whether you're married with kids or single and kid-free; hurt is hurt and you deserve peace.
Hope's Horizon Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC-S, LPC-S, LCMHC, LPC-MH, LCPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99509 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Lella Mack
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Fairbanks, AK 99709
I am a Master's level, pre-licensed therapist currently seeing clients under the supervision of a licensed, private therapist in Fairbanks. I work with clients locally and (via telehealth) throughout rural Alaska. I am committed to providing holistic, progressive, culturally conscious, and truly personalized counseling in a safe, friendly, and relaxed environment. The staff at my clinic believes in empowering and getting to know our clients. We are real people working with real people, and you will feel that difference as soon as you walk through our door.
I am a Master's level, pre-licensed therapist currently seeing clients under the supervision of a licensed, private therapist in Fairbanks. I work with clients locally and (via telehealth) throughout rural Alaska. I am committed to providing holistic, progressive, culturally conscious, and truly personalized counseling in a safe, friendly, and relaxed environment. The staff at my clinic believes in empowering and getting to know our clients. We are real people working with real people, and you will feel that difference as soon as you walk through our door.
Caroline Blair
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99503
I am a Psychologist and lifelong Alaskan, growing up and working in Anchorage. My clinical focus and expertise, whether as a therapist or when conducting evaluations, is to work with individuals to develop a sense of personal strength and capacity, and to identify and achieve their goals. I work with them and their family/support system to understand the basis of their current challenge(s), and collaborate to develop resources and skills that are developmentally appropriate for a successful resolution. My practice is split between providing therapeutic services and conducting neuropsychological evaluations.
I am a Psychologist and lifelong Alaskan, growing up and working in Anchorage. My clinical focus and expertise, whether as a therapist or when conducting evaluations, is to work with individuals to develop a sense of personal strength and capacity, and to identify and achieve their goals. I work with them and their family/support system to understand the basis of their current challenge(s), and collaborate to develop resources and skills that are developmentally appropriate for a successful resolution. My practice is split between providing therapeutic services and conducting neuropsychological evaluations.
Shawna Fox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99503 (Online Only)
Being human is difficult. But you don't have to do it alone. I am here to offer support as a "fellow traveler" in life and therapy. None of us thrive in isolation. I view therapy, in part, as helping people make sense of being human. I aim to provide a safe space so clients can show up authentically and feel seen, heard, and understood along the way.
Being human is difficult. But you don't have to do it alone. I am here to offer support as a "fellow traveler" in life and therapy. None of us thrive in isolation. I view therapy, in part, as helping people make sense of being human. I aim to provide a safe space so clients can show up authentically and feel seen, heard, and understood along the way.
Olya Clem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99518
Are you tired of feeling trapped in the shadows your past? Do you long for a way out of the pain, anxiety, and emotional turmoil that seem to have taken over your life? Living with the aftermath of trauma can be a lonely, isolating road, causing profound disconnect from yourself, your body and those around you. With deep empathy and commitment to serving those affected by trauma, I help individuals confront and heal from the deep emotional scars left by the events from the past.
Are you tired of feeling trapped in the shadows your past? Do you long for a way out of the pain, anxiety, and emotional turmoil that seem to have taken over your life? Living with the aftermath of trauma can be a lonely, isolating road, causing profound disconnect from yourself, your body and those around you. With deep empathy and commitment to serving those affected by trauma, I help individuals confront and heal from the deep emotional scars left by the events from the past.
Sarah Warner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99501
A wise artist once said, "The truth is, I need help, but I just can't imagine who I'd be if I was happy." It's common to feel more comfortable in a state of depression, anxiety, or stress when these have been your only companions. What would it be like if you were happy? I am not here to promise a constant state of happiness, but I will promise that I will accompany and support you in your journey toward healing and peace.
A wise artist once said, "The truth is, I need help, but I just can't imagine who I'd be if I was happy." It's common to feel more comfortable in a state of depression, anxiety, or stress when these have been your only companions. What would it be like if you were happy? I am not here to promise a constant state of happiness, but I will promise that I will accompany and support you in your journey toward healing and peace.
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.
Jocelyn M Figureid
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99515 (Online Only)
Why do we sometimes dwell on the worst times of our lives or spend our time and energy reliving things we wish we could change? Events, decisions, relationships, feelings etc can all end up 'stuck' and continue to negatively impact us in a variety of ways. The umbrella term 'traumatic stress' encompasses both PTSD and it's symptoms when full criteria is not met. When experiences from the past continue to impact your present, whether it be flashbacks or the way you view your place in the world, it can be very difficult to change.
Why do we sometimes dwell on the worst times of our lives or spend our time and energy reliving things we wish we could change? Events, decisions, relationships, feelings etc can all end up 'stuck' and continue to negatively impact us in a variety of ways. The umbrella term 'traumatic stress' encompasses both PTSD and it's symptoms when full criteria is not met. When experiences from the past continue to impact your present, whether it be flashbacks or the way you view your place in the world, it can be very difficult to change.
GE Family Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Fairbanks, AK 99701
I am so grateful you are taking the first step to reach your goals. My name is Tia Kraus. I am currently living on the traditional lands of the Tanana Dene in interior Alaska. I am Indigenous from Nenana, Alaska. I really love laughing and making others laugh. I strive to find joy in everything I do. I invite you to reach out if you would like help navigating your depression, anxiety, life transitions, PTSD, self-esteem, hardship. You do not have to go through this alone. I am here to support you. I have experience with working with youth, teens, young adults, adults, and families.
I am so grateful you are taking the first step to reach your goals. My name is Tia Kraus. I am currently living on the traditional lands of the Tanana Dene in interior Alaska. I am Indigenous from Nenana, Alaska. I really love laughing and making others laugh. I strive to find joy in everything I do. I invite you to reach out if you would like help navigating your depression, anxiety, life transitions, PTSD, self-esteem, hardship. You do not have to go through this alone. I am here to support you. I have experience with working with youth, teens, young adults, adults, and families.
Brittney Ramert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99501
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.
Counseling Collective of Alaska
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Fairbanks, AK 99709
Waitlist for new clients
We are a group of six dedicated Counselors whose priority is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, holistic mental health care services. The collective is housed in a multidisciplinary clinic, sharing office space and working closely with Fairbanks Family Wellness and Golden Heart Heath and Wellness. It is our hope that you will be supported in an integrative environment that understands the mind-body connection. We offer counseling services for all ages and we treat individuals, couples and families for an array of concerns.
We are a group of six dedicated Counselors whose priority is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, holistic mental health care services. The collective is housed in a multidisciplinary clinic, sharing office space and working closely with Fairbanks Family Wellness and Golden Heart Heath and Wellness. It is our hope that you will be supported in an integrative environment that understands the mind-body connection. We offer counseling services for all ages and we treat individuals, couples and families for an array of concerns.
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.
Heather Caldwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99503
Life can get overwhelming and it's easy to feel lost, anxious, and/or depressed, bogged down with busy schedules, work issues, childhood trauma, chronic pain, relationship/intimacy conflicts, complicated parent and/or child relationships, questioning one's identity or coming into one's sexuality - and well, it can feel like too much! These compounding stressors impact our ability to connect with ourselves and with others, as well as our ability to lead satisfying and full lives. My hope is that together, you can (re)discover your path to a fulfilled and integrated life by embodying your emotional, spiritual, and creative self.
Life can get overwhelming and it's easy to feel lost, anxious, and/or depressed, bogged down with busy schedules, work issues, childhood trauma, chronic pain, relationship/intimacy conflicts, complicated parent and/or child relationships, questioning one's identity or coming into one's sexuality - and well, it can feel like too much! These compounding stressors impact our ability to connect with ourselves and with others, as well as our ability to lead satisfying and full lives. My hope is that together, you can (re)discover your path to a fulfilled and integrated life by embodying your emotional, spiritual, and creative self.
Jake Chapman
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99501
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.
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.
Refocus Intensive Therapy Program
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wasilla, AK 99654
Introducing Outpatient Intensive Therapy: “Unlocking Healing Potential” Are you tired of feeling stuck and frustrated in your journey towards emotional well-being? Traditional weekly counseling sessions may not be enough for individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, or anxiety stemming from past or present-day experiences. We understand that accessing and processing buried pain can be overwhelming within the confines of a short therapy session. That's why we offer a groundbreaking solution: Outpatient Intensive Therapy. Our program is specifically designed for individuals in need of intensive intervention and treatment.
Introducing Outpatient Intensive Therapy: “Unlocking Healing Potential” Are you tired of feeling stuck and frustrated in your journey towards emotional well-being? Traditional weekly counseling sessions may not be enough for individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, or anxiety stemming from past or present-day experiences. We understand that accessing and processing buried pain can be overwhelming within the confines of a short therapy session. That's why we offer a groundbreaking solution: Outpatient Intensive Therapy. Our program is specifically designed for individuals in need of intensive intervention and treatment.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.