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JOHN WEAVER
I’ve spent nearly two decades working in behavioral health, supporting people through trauma, anxiety, depression, and major lif... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
LCSW
Male
I’ve spent nearly two decades working in behavioral health, supporting people through trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life challenges. I believe healing happens best ... More
Who might be a good fit for John?
John Weaver may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around emotional awareness and coping with trauma or anxiety. His collaborative, personalized approach integrates evidence-based methods like EMDR and DBT, creating a supportive space especially attuned to individuals who have felt marginalized or overlooked. View Profile
Anchorage, AK
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PEGGY BISSING
Hello, my name is Peggy Bissing and I am licensed professional counselor in Texas, Missouri and Alaska. I am a licensed chemical d... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
LPC
Female
Hello, my name is Peggy Bissing and I am licensed professional counselor in Texas, Missouri and Alaska. I am a licensed chemical dependency counselor in the state of Texas and... More
Who might be a good fit for Peggy?
Clients facing concerns such as addiction, trauma, or anxiety may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Peggy Bissing. Her use of approaches like EMDR and Internal Family Systems supports healing through exploring underlying emotional experiences, which can be especially meaningful for those managing complex mental health challenges or life transitions. View Profile
Anchorage, AK
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Birches Health
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care progr... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care program combines individual, family and couples te... More
Who might be a good fit for Birches Health?
People experiencing gambling or behavioral addictions, or those wanting to strengthen their recovery skills, could benefit from Birches Health’s focused therapeutic work. Their evidence-based, holistic telehealth program combines individual and group support tailored to these specific challenges, making care accessible from home with specialized clinicians trained in problem gambling and related issues. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Sylvia Nwakanma
Dr. Sylvia Nwakanma is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experi... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Female
Dr. Sylvia Nwakanma is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience in healthcare. Her approach to care is p... More
Who might be a good fit for Sylvia?
Clients seeking structured support for ADHD, depression, or addiction might consider working with Sylvia Nwakanma. Her patient-centered and inclusive approach creates a collaborative space that addresses a broad range of mental health concerns, with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and those coping with trauma or chronic illness. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
LINDSEY ODINMA
I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I create a space where cl... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
CSW-PIP|LICSW|LCSW
Female
I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I create a space where clients can show up as they are without judgmen... More
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Anchorage, AK
CHUKWUEMEKA OBILOR
My name is DeRoy Obilor, and I am a passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to providing individ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
PMHNP
Male
My name is DeRoy Obilor, and I am a passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to providing individualized mental health care. My approach is f... More
Who might be a good fit for Chukwuemeka?
Chukwuemeka Obilor may be well-suited to individuals who value a holistic and collaborative approach in managing mood disorders and anxiety. His practice emphasizes open communication and integrates psychoeducation with medication management to support adults and middle-aged clients seeking long-term mental health stability. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Clinton Cunningham
Clinton Cunningham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping children, ado... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Male
Clinton Cunningham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate challenges incl... More
Who might be a good fit for Clinton?
Clinton Cunningham may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, addiction, or relationship challenges. His collaborative and respectful style, combined with approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy, supports clients in building resilience and finding personalized paths toward growth. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
SHEENA WATKINS
I am a Licenced Professional Counselor in Texas and National Certified Counselor. I have a Bachelors from the University of Califo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
LPC
Female
I am a Licenced Professional Counselor in Texas and National Certified Counselor. I have a Bachelors from the University of California, Berkeley in Social Welfare and African ... More
Who might be a good fit for Sheena?
Those coping with anxiety or pursuing personal growth in managing peer relationships may find Sheena Watkins’s approach to be well-aligned. Her experience working with youth and families, combined with techniques from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, supports clients seeking practical strategies and empathetic guidance. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Jaimie DarcyDowler
Jaimie Darcy-Dowler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been providing psychotherapy to adult clients with depressi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Female
Jaimie Darcy-Dowler is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been providing psychotherapy to adult clients with depression and anxiety for over 10 years. She enjoys ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jaimie?
Clients seeking structured support for managing anxiety or working toward reducing depressive symptoms might consider working with Jaimie Darcy-Dowler. Her use of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness practices can offer practical tools for those aiming to build coping skills and achieve personal growth. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Christopher Wyatt
Dr. Wyatt received his MD degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and was an Air Force physician for 20 ye... More
Nurse Practitioner
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Male
Dr. Wyatt received his MD degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and was an Air Force physician for 20 years. He completed a residency in psychiatry a... More
Who might be a good fit for Christopher?
Christopher Wyatt may be a match for those interested in a medically informed psychiatric approach, particularly when facing challenges related to mental health and well-being. Drawing on his extensive experience as a physician and former Air Force psychiatrist, he focuses on enhancing patients’ personal experience and enjoyment of life through thoughtful, individualized care. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
SHARON SMITH
I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric mental health and family medicine primary care. I am deeply committe... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
PMHNP
Female
I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric mental health and family medicine primary care. I am deeply committed to helping individuals facing complex menta... More
Who might be a good fit for Sharon?
People seeking clarity around managing complex mental health conditions or support navigating developmental stages from childhood to young adulthood may find Sharon Smith’s approach fitting. She integrates motivational interviewing and a patient-centered, non-judgmental environment to support individuals dealing with challenges such as anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Erika Altobelli
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the ... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Female
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the Unified Protocol and Dialectal Behavior Thera... More
Who might be a good fit for Erika?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen their ability to navigate life transitions could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates approaches like logotherapy and motivational interviewing to help clients build resilience while addressing symptoms of depression, grief, and other challenges with empathy and practical strategies. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
RENEE TONG
Renee Tong, LCSW, LISW is a highly skilled and compassionate clinical therapist dedicated to providing exceptional mental health c... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
LISW-CP|LICSW|LSCSW|LCSW|LISW
Female
Renee Tong, LCSW, LISW is a highly skilled and compassionate clinical therapist dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care and support to adults over age 18, and se... More
Who might be a good fit for Renee?
Clients working through anxiety and depression and looking for trauma-informed therapy support might engage well with Renee Tong’s approach. She integrates evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness within a compassionate, client-centered framework that honors diverse backgrounds and life transitions. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
NERILENE BALLARD
I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to helping adults find balance, healing, and hope. ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
PMHNP
Female
I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to helping adults find balance, healing, and hope. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care ... More
Who might be a good fit for Nerilene?
Individuals navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, or ADHD may find support through the approach used by Nerilene Ballard. She integrates medication management with compassionate, collaborative conversations, creating a safe space where clients can feel heard and empowered throughout their mental health journey. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
TINA CHEN
My name is Tina Chen and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have been doing medication management as well as therapy for 3 ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
PMHNP
Female
My name is Tina Chen and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have been doing medication management as well as therapy for 3 years now. I see the Clients' lives changing... More
Who might be a good fit for Tina?
Tina Chen may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing mood disorders, anxiety, or life transitions. She combines medication management with tailored therapeutic approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and humanistic methods to support clients across childhood to young adulthood. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Maricelina Caro
I ask alot of questions. Your wellbeing will be attended to through shared decision making that includes your creativity, kno... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Female
I ask alot of questions. Your wellbeing will be attended to through shared decision making that includes your creativity, knowledge, and perspective. It is the necessity... More
Who might be a good fit for Maricelina?
Maricelina Caro may be well-suited to individuals who value a collaborative, question-driven approach in managing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD. Her practice emphasizes shared decision-making that integrates your personal insights and creativity, creating space for tailored care within a supportive telemedicine setting. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Erik Frost
"Love checking in with Dr. Frost. He always makes me feel safe and heard. " -Marli K. from FLDr. Frost is a board-certifie... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Male
"Love checking in with Dr. Frost. He always makes me feel safe and heard. " -Marli K. from FLDr. Frost is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 10 years of ex... More
Who might be a good fit for Erik?
Erik Frost may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, depression, or ADHD. His collaborative approach emphasizes patient autonomy and integrates evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to support adults through various life stages. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Shanekka  BrownJohnson
Shanekka Brown-Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a background in counseling psychology and over a de... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Female
Shanekka Brown-Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a background in counseling psychology and over a decade of experience supporting diverse and und... More
Who might be a good fit for Shanekka?
People experiencing addiction-related challenges and looking for a therapist with experience in culturally responsive, healing-centered care might consider Shanekka Brown-johnson’s style of support. Her collaborative approach incorporates evidence-based methods like CBT and ACT, creating a safe and affirming space particularly for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and marginalized clients. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
Jason Simmons
Jason Simmons, LCSW, is a board-certified licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience specializing in trauma, P... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
Male
Jason Simmons, LCSW, is a board-certified licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Trained in Cogn... More
Who might be a good fit for Jason?
Clients in need of guidance around trauma and anxiety could benefit from Jason Simmons’ approach. Drawing on his background as a combat Marine and training in trauma-focused therapies like Cognitive Processing Therapy, he offers a compassionate, practical style aimed at helping clients build resilience and clarity in a collaborative, supportive space. View Profile
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Anchorage, AK
APRIL SAVAGE
I, April Nicole possesses a Master's in Social Work from Penn West Edinboro University. Currently based in Alaska, I focus on prov... More
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Offers online care for Anchorage, Alaska
LCSW
Female
I, April Nicole possesses a Master's in Social Work from Penn West Edinboro University. Currently based in Alaska, I focus on providing mental health services in an outpatient... More
Who might be a good fit for April?
People experiencing anxiety, grief, or substance misuse, or those wanting to strengthen coping skills, could benefit from April Savage’s focused therapeutic work. Her use of evidence-based methods like CBT and EMDR, combined with experience supporting veterans and older adults, offers a thoughtful approach to navigating complex life transitions and trauma. View Profile
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Mental Health Services in Anchorage, Alaska

As the largest city in Alaska, Anchorage is home to over 290,000 residents who enjoy a rich blend of cultures, stunning natural landscapes, and a unique frontier spirit. With sightings of the Northern Lights and the nearby Chugach Mountains, the city's lifestyle is deeply connected to nature.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Anchorage Residents

Key mental health concerns among residents include anxiety disorders, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to the CDC, Alaska has one of the highest rates of mental health conditions in the US.

Access to Care & Providers in Anchorage

Access to mental health treatment in Anchorage, Alaska includes both public and private options. The Anchorage Community Mental Health Services and the Providence Alaska Medical Center offer community-based care. Crisis lines and local initiatives, such as the Alaska Youth Advocates, provide additional support.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Anchorage.
  • Many therapists offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused care.
  • Unique local offerings include teletherapy, bilingual care, and veteran support programs.

Local Policies & Stressors

The high cost of living in Anchorage can add stress, along with pressures from dominant industries such as oil, gas, and fishing. Weather-related challenges and the remoteness of many Alaskan communities can also impact mental health.

Take the Next Step

If you or a loved one needs support, take the next step towards healing. Find a licensed therapist in Anchorage, Alaska who can provide the care you need.