Therapists serving clients in Alaska

Dr. Melissa Paige Begich

Alaska

MS,EdD,LPC-S

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience working in the field of mental health. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, mood instability, military life issues, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced emotional trauma, general life transitions, and major physical health issues such as MS or cancer. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and com...

Dr. Janece Richard

Alaska

PsyD,LPC,MAC

Gandhi said "Be the change you wish to see." I believe that change comes from commitment and dedication to improving oneself from the inside out, however, there are times when everyone needs a little help. I have 10 years of experiencing working with individuals and family and I incorporate cognitive therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness approaches for a more personalized experience. I have lived between Alaska and Louisiana, really enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, and getting to know people. I have my doctorate degree in counseling psychology and am licens...

Martinette Douglas

Alaska

MA, LCPC, LSOE

I am originally from South Africa. I moved to Chicago, joined the United States Navy, served 4 years on active duty, and another 7 years as a reservist. Since obtaining my masters degree in psychology, I have mostly enjoyed helping people in the correctional field. I have experience in treating self-esteem issues, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, suicidal ideation, coping, PTSD, and trauma related conditions. I have additional experience in using animal assisted therapy. I use evidence based, cognitive behavioral therapy with well-integrated approaches to...

Dannon Mims

Alaska

LPC

Hello! I am an Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alaska with over 8 years of experience working as a clinical therapist. I have worked with clients of all ages who have experienced symptoms including unhappiness in their career choice, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, relationship issues, grief and loss, ODD and ADHD. I also have experience in trauma-informed care. My counseling style is warm and personable. I believe in the humanistic approach and treat everyone with respect, kindness, and compassion. In my approach I use cognitive-beh...

Emily Thrapp

Alaska

LMHC,LPC

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Washington and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alaska. I have a Bachelor degree in Psychology and Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. I have been counseling people across the lifespan for 6 years, but I particularly love working with adults. I am comfortable addressing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, insomnia, life transitions, chronic pain/illness, and perinatal issues. I've also worked with elders and their caregivers to address memory problems and end of life issue...

Kenneth Brewington

Alaska

MA, CDCC

Are you feeling stuck? Are you having trouble reaching your goals, or even figuring out what your goals are? Do you struggle to make meaningful, lasting changes in your life? If you’re ready to get a fresh perspective and tap into the strengths you already possess, let me help you gain a fresh perspective on things. You are the expert on your own life and are filled with your own wisdom – sometimes you just need help accessing it. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor working out of Anchorage, Alaska and have spent some 18 years working with people w...

Bobbi Cleary

Alaska

LPC

Holistic health is complemented by the counseling process as emotional and mental wellness contributes to overall balance. This philosophy is part of my professional framework. It is a joy when a tool is learned and successfully implemented by those for whom I have the privilege to provide care. Empowerment is key to locating one's innate fortitude, a place from which to achieve healing, peace and ultimately joy. It is important for me to consider the specific needs of each client as no one is wired exactly the same. As such, I call my style "eclectic" in tha...

Jennifer Roche-Sheets

Alaska

LPCC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California with over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, parenting problems, and career challenges. My counseling style is client-centered and supportive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, compassion, and I honor those that choose to trust me with the details of their mental health journey. My job is to work with you to develop a treatment plan that best sui...

Mellisa Wright

Alaska

LPC

Welcome! I am Mellisa, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I received my Masters in Counseling at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas. I have spent the past eight years working in an inpatient crisis stabilization setting. The mission of my therapeutic approach is to empower you. For healthy change to occur a healthy space that provides compassion, honesty and listening is essential. I listen well, and without judgment, but I do give practical support and clearly communicate with you what I am observing in our time together. I believe that no matter how...

Brenda Thayer

Alaska

LPC-S,CDC II,NCC

Hi, my name is Brenda Thayer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been in the mental health field for 22 years, LPC for five years and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor for 9 years. I have recently become a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I believe in meeting the person where they are at, helping them reach their potential. I believe in treating the whole person for overall wellness and striving for reaching one’s goals and values in life. I use an eclectic approach; cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy fus...

Elena Martin

Alaska

LPC, MS/P, CDCII

Hi, My name is Elena Martin, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Alaska. I have over 10 years of experience working with multi-cultural population in inpatient and outpatient treatment programs as mental health clinician and substance abuse counselor. I specialize in Family Conflicts, Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Dysfunctional Relationship, Interpersonal Conflicts, Addictions and Cooccurring disorders. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families to experience healing and connection. My essential belief ...

Brittany Oaks

Alaska

LPC

Hello. My name is Brittany Oaks. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Alaska. I have 9 years experience working in this field. My degree is in Mental Health Counseling specializing in Crisis and Trauma. I received further training in the ARC Framework, EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and Parenting with Love&Logic. I provide kind, compassionate, non judgmental counseling to help clients make it through the different struggles and seasons of life. I take an eclectic approach to meet my clients where they ar...

Dr. Evelyn DeLaCruz-Jiron

Alaska

Ed.D,LMFT,LAC

Hello, my name is Dr. Evelyn DeLaCruz-Jiron, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Addictions Counselor. I hold a Doctoral Degree of Education, with a strong emphasis on organizational psychology and systems family therapy. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including crisis intervention, trauma hospitals, intensive outpatient, private practice and tele-behavioral health. While spending the majority of my career providing clinical supervision as an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, my favorite part of my job is building rapport with c...

Angela Wyne

Alaska

LPC,LMHC

Hi, my name is Angela Wyne and I am a licensed therapist in the states of Alaska (LPC) and Massachusetts (LMHC). I earned my degree in Worcester, MA and have been practicing therapy for the past 11 years in a variety of settings. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in a detention treatment center, community centers, outpatient clinics, and in a crisis stabilization program. My therapy style looks to provide a warm and compassionate space that is safe and free of judgment. Working through change and finding the path towards happ...

Jolene Rogers

Alaska

LPC

Working in school, hospital, and health clinic based settings, I provide care primarily to kids and teens, as well as young adults; however, I have a willingness to see anyone and have a background in working with all populations. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 8 years, and have held a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling for 3 years. My approach to counseling is simple; this is for you and about you. Taking a person-centered approach I work to ensure your goals and needs are met while working with you. I also work from a cognitive behavio...

Lina Kotsoeva

Alaska

LPC, CRC

Thank you for your interest in counseling and welcome! Reaching out for support is a big step. Often, people feel better just by having a safe place to be heard and understood, without judgement. I am here to listen. No problem is too big or small if it's causing distress in your life. Together, we can work to provide some relief from symptoms that are stopping you from being the best you. I graduated in 2013 with a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from George Washington University. I’m a licensed professional counselor and a certified rehabi...

Dr. DB Palmer

Alaska

Ed.D,LPC-S,LMHC/LCMHC

I'm Dr. DB Palmer, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the State of Utah, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington and a Licensed Professional Counselor and board approved Clinical Supervisor in the state of Alaska. I've spent nearly 20 years in the behavioral health field, across Washington, Alaska, and the western states. I have a background in corporate leadership within tribal and behavioral healthcare systems, as a university professor, and a former university counseling center director. In these roles, I've taught and supervised quite ...

Harold Henderson

Alaska

MA,LPC,LPCS

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska and have been practicing for 16 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and school issues. I have also helped numerous clients with work related issues and military family issues. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I treat my clients with respect and compassion while focusing on empowering a strong relationship with the client. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral, rat...

Ray Butts

Alaska

M.Ed, Counselor Ed.,LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a National Certified Counselor, ( NCC) with other 30 years experience in both counseling and education. I started my professional career as an elementary special education teacher in the early 80's. I obtained my M.Ed in counselor Education in 1989 from the University of Arkansas and in 1989 I went to Alaska for the first time as along term substitute teacher. I worked in the Bering Strait School District, in Unalakleet, Alaska. I would return a year later, and work a total of 11 years as a teacher, itinerant s...

Fulani Sutherland

Alaska

MS,LPC,LCPC

Hello. I'm Fulani Sutherland. I am licensed as a Professional Counselor in Maryland, Washington DC, and Alaska. I've been working in the mental health field for the past 10 years, after getting my Master's degree from Georgia State University. I have experience working with all ages- from preschool to seniors- but the majority of my work has been with adults. I have worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and schizophrenia. My counseling style is very person-centered. I genuinely believe people are the expert...